New Delhi, Dec. 7 -- India has entered a decisive phase in its evolution from a traditional economy to an innovation-driven nation, and is now shaping global trends in technology driven growth instead of following them, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology; Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office; and Minister of State for the Departments of Atomic Energy and Space, Jitendra Singh said at the 4-day India International Science Festival (IISF).

Speaking during a special Fireside Chat at IISF, the Minister said the last decade has brought a fundamental shift in India's scientific temperament, policy direction, and governance approach. He said India's economic growth is now clearly powered by science...