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Biotechnology
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India's biotechnology sector is experiencing significant momentum, fueled by substantial government investment and a rapidly expanding bioeconomy. Recent initiatives, including ₹174 crore funding for nanomedicine R&D and the launch of the BIO-NIVESH investment platform, are designed to accelerate innovation and attract private capital to promising startups. As the world’s largest vaccine producer by volume, India is also strengthening its global leadership position, with ongoing collaborations like the India-CEPI partnership yielding advancements in mRNA vaccine technology. These developments suggest a favorable long-term outlook for the sector, though navigating regulatory frameworks and securing funding remain key challenges for biotech companies.
Godavari Biorefineries Granted Mexican Patent for Antiviral Compounds
Godavari Biorefineries disclosed receipt of Mexican Patent No. 438818 for compounds treating viral infections.
The patent covers use of compounds inhibiting V-ATPase activity for manufacturing antivir
India Approves ₹1,600 Crore for 41 Pharma-MedTech Projects
India's Department of Pharmaceuticals approved ₹1,600 crore for 41 R&D projects under the PRIP scheme's first round.
The funding is expected to catalyze ₹4,620 crore in total R&D investment, including
Indo Us Bio-Tech 22nd AGM Approves All Resolutions
Discloses outcome of the 22nd Annual General Meeting held virtually on September 30, 2026.
Shareholders approved five resolutions including adoption of FY26 financials and director reappointment.
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Badri Calf Born via IVF in Uttarakhand Conservation Milestone
A healthy female Badri calf was born on September 11, 2026, using OPU-IVF technology at Academic Dairy Farm.
The achievement resulted from transferring a Badri embryo into a Sahiwal recipient cow thro
Symbiotec Pharmalab Q1 FY27 Earnings Call Highlights Growth
Symbiotec Pharmalab held its Q1 FY27 earnings call, providing a transcript as a regulatory disclosure per SEBI LODR regulations.
Management provided FY27 guidance targeting 20% revenue growth and 25%
India Invests ₹174 Crore in 210 Nanomedicine Projects
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh announced ₹174 crore funding for 210 nanomedicine R&D projects through the Department of Biotechnology.
India has established regulatory guidelines for nanopharmaceut
DBT Cleanliness Campaign Frees 29,350 Sq Ft Space
Department of Biotechnology conducted cleanliness drives at 291 sites across its divisions and autonomous institutions from November 2025 to August 2026.
Disposed of 290 public grievances and 25 appea
India World's Largest Vaccine Producer by Volume
India is the world's largest vaccine producer by volume, supplying vaccines to over 100 countries and accounting for nearly 60% of global production.
India's bioeconomy reached USD 195.3 billion in 20
Dr. Jitendra Singh Launches BIO-NIVESH Investment Platform
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh launched BIO-NIVESH to catalyze private investment into biotechnology startups and scale innovations.
The platform convened 20 selected biotech startups with 50 inves
India Invests ₹174 Crore in 210 Nanomedicine Projects
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh announced ₹174 crore government funding for 210 nanomedicine R&D projects at World Congress.
India established regulatory framework for nanopharmaceuticals through DB
BCML Receives ₹75 Crore BioE3 Grant for PLA R&D
Balrampur Chini Mills awarded ₹75 crore grant by BIRAC for PLA Co-Polymer R&D Facility under BioE3 initiative.
The 100 TPA pilot facility at Kumbhi, UP will develop advanced biopolymers and indigenous
Symbiotec Pharmalab Q1FY27 PAT Declines 53% YoY
Symbiotec Pharmalab reported Q1FY27 consolidated PAT of ₹14.1 crore, down 53% YoY from ₹29.9 crore, due to new business expenses.
API business grew 6% YoY with revenue of ₹215.3 crore and maintained ~
Laurus Labs Q1 Net Profit Surges 126%
Laurus Labs reported Q1 FY27 revenue of ₹2,026 Cr, up 29% YoY, with net profit surging 126% to ₹368 Cr.
EBITDA margins expanded 700 bps to 31.8% on strong CDMO growth and operational leverage improvem