India's deeptech sector saw funding rise to $1.6 billion in 2025, despite a sharp drop in deal count. Capital concentrated in fewer, later-stage companies like GreenLine and Uniphore. Explore the shifting investor trends.
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Elon Musk's AI startup xAI completes a massive $20 billion funding round with Nvidia and Qatar Investment Authority. The capital will fuel infrastructure and Grok AI development. Read more.
India's Centre has overhauled its HRD Scheme for health research to decentralize medical research, supporting students, young doctors, and women scientists nationwide. Learn how this move aims to build a robust research ecosystem beyond top institutes.
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), a key US media funding body for nearly 60 years, has voted to dissolve after Congress withdrew its federal funding. This marks a major shift for public media, impacting hundreds of local stations. Learn about
Discover why mice are indispensable for medical research, from developing cancer drugs to creating COVID-19 vaccines. Learn about their genetic similarities to humans and ethical research standards.
Agritech leader Arya.ag has raised Rs 725 crore in Series D funding. The investment will boost climate-smart farming and market-led practices for Indian farmers. Read more about this major agritech development.
California postpones revoking 17,000 commercial driver's licences until March. The move follows a lawsuit and federal pressure over immigration status checks. Read the full story.
Cochin University's Applied Chemistry Dept awards endowment fellowships to nine MSc students, providing Rs 90,000 for research internships at national institutes. Read more.
The Trump administration halts federal child care funding to all states for review after alleged $18 billion fraud in Minnesota. States must submit extra documentation.
The Trump administration halts federal child care funding, demanding extra verification from all states. Minnesota faces intense focus amid fraud claims, sparking legal and political backlash. Read the full story.
Duke University implements major cost-cutting, including staff buyouts and building closures, to counter $299 million in reduced US federal funding for higher education. Learn how this impacts operations.
The Trump administration halts $185 million in childcare funding to Minnesota, citing alleged fraud. Governor Walz calls it political. Get the full story on the investigation and fallout.
US HHS halts all childcare payments to Minnesota after fraud allegations. New 'Defend the Spend' system requires receipts nationwide. Read details and impact.
A US federal judge blocked the Trump administration's attempt to cut funding for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Senator Elizabeth Warren praised the ruling. Read the details.
The US commits billions to UN humanitarian aid, marking a stark reversal from the Trump administration's funding slashes. Discover the global impact.
For India's Anusandhan National Research Foundation to succeed, it must adopt DARPA's high-risk model, not become a bureaucratic fund. Expert analysis on its potential.
YouTuber Nick Shirley alleges massive fraud in Minnesota daycares, showing a closed centre that received $1.9 million in government funding. Calls for accountability.
Italian police arrest nine individuals accused of financing Hamas through a network of charities. The crackdown reveals a complex money trail across Europe.
Federal research funding cuts under Trump disrupted US universities. Pittsburgh lost $24M & 104 jobs. Academic freedom and critical health disparity studies are under threat. Explore the impact.
The Trump administration suspends $5.5 million in annual funding to Minnesota, alleging fraud in COVID-era loans. This escalates federal clashes with Democratic-led states. Read the full story.
Post-electoral bonds, corporate donations via trusts hit Rs 3,811 crore in 2024-25. BJP received the lion's share, with Tata, Jindal, Mahindra as top donors. Explore the data.
Kolkata-based Tiger Associates donated Rs 110 crore to DMK and AIADMK in 2024-25, becoming their largest donor. Explore the details of political funding and corporate contributions in Tamil Nadu.
IIIT Delhi director Ranjan Bose resigns after LG office flags lack of approval for MoUs with Gates Foundation & Skykraft. Details on funding, show-cause notice, and controversy inside.
Israel's tech sector shows remarkable resilience in 2025, securing $15.6 billion in funding. Discover how strategic investments and AI are driving growth despite geopolitical challenges.
BJP received over ₹6,000 crore in political donations in 2024-25, 12 times Congress' ₹522 crore. Electoral trusts dominate funding post-SC scrapping electoral bonds. Full donor list revealed.
After the electoral bond scheme was scrapped, BJP's donations via electoral trusts surged over four-fold to Rs 3,577.5 crore in 2024-25, capturing 83.6% of all trust funds. Explore the data.
The ruling TDP and ally Jana Sena in Andhra Pradesh received bulk funds from pharma, solar, and real estate firms in 2024-25, as per EC reports. TDP's donations dipped to Rs 83.03 crore. Explore the key donors and trends.
ISRO conducts critical parachute tests for Gaganyaan, political funding via trusts triples post-electoral bonds, and the legacy of India's first Atomic Energy Act. Essential reading for UPSC aspirants.
Karnataka's sole University of Horticultural Sciences in Bagalkot faces a severe financial crunch. With a Rs 50 crore annual shortfall, staff salaries and vital research are at risk. Experts demand urgent government intervention.