India, Jan. 15 -- India's journey from scientific research to large-scale innovation is entering a decisive phase. According to Dr Jyoti Sharma, Head of the RDI Cell at the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, the national focus is now shifting from pure innovation to building a deep-tech backbone that can scale sustainably and support the vision of Viksit Bharat. Speaking on the evolving research and innovation landscape, Dr Sharma said many of the challenges facing India are not unique. "These are common challenges globally, including in developed economies such as Germany," she noted, adding that India's task is not to reinvent science, but to convert scientific capability into economic and societal outcomes...