India Advances Appointments for RDI Fund Managers to Boost Deep-Tech Innovation
The Indian government is appointing second-level fund managers for its Rs 1 lakh crore Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) fund, with two nominees already selected. The process, which closed on January 31, aims to ensure accountability and stakeholder input. This initiative seeks to strengthen India's deep-tech ecosystem by connecting research, capital, and industry, inspired by global models like the US Triple-Helix system. The upcoming Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave will highlight these developments.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (52–62/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
businessstandard broke this story on 10 Sept, 01:30 pm. Other outlets followed.