<h1>Government Boosts R&D in AI, Drones, Semiconductors, and Green Energy to Drive Sustainable Growth and Job Creation.</h1> The Union Budget announced by the Finance Minister emphasizes government contributions to research and development in sunrise opportunities, alongside collaborations among academia, industry, and public institutions. Key areas identified include Artificial Intelligence, Geospatial Systems, Drones, Semiconductors, Space Economy, Genomics, Green Energy, and Clean Mobility Systems. These sectors are seen as pivotal for sustainable development, modernization, and enhancing the competitiveness of Indian industry while creating employment opportunities for the youth. The budget outlines supportive policies and regulations to foster domestic capacities and innovation in these fields.