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Punjab distributes ",07 crore in seed grants to 31 startups
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann just distributed ",
India launches BRICS incubator network for startup integration
India has launched a new BRICS Incubator Network, a BRICS MSME Portal, and a BRICS Startup Innovation Fund to directly connect startups and small businesses across member nations.
India Showcases 37 Deep-Tech Startups at BRICS Bharat Innovates Exposition
At the BRICS Bharat Innovates Exposition, Periwinkle Technologies' platform assesses cervical cancer risk in under 60 seconds.
India's BRICS Chairship Focuses on AI and Startup Innovation
The proposed BRICS Startup Innovation Fund aims for a significant $2.
Panasonic targets 8% Indian AC market share by 2026
Panasonic aims to capture 8% of India's booming room AC market by 2026, a significant leap from its current undisclosed position.
Adityanath spurs youth entrepreneurship for UP's 24,000+ startups
Uttar Pradesh, a state once primarily known for its agriculture, now boasts over 24,000 startups, including eight unicorns.
What is India's Deep Tech Startup Regulatory Landscape for 2026?
Indian startups saw investments plummet to a five-year low of $7 billion in 2023, causing the nation's global ranking to drop from third to fourth place, according to Ccsupsc .
Modi Meets 20 Indian Space Startups, Fueling Sector Growth
The number of registered space startups in India has exploded from just 1 in 2014 to around 440 by August 2026, marking significant India private space sector growth.
DPIIT partners with PhonePe, Shell India to boost startups
Major Indian fintech player PhonePe now offers transaction credits and app store access to government-recognized startups.
Indian firms expand globally via Dubai, with AI collaboration
Over 4,500 new Indian companies joined the Dubai Chamber of Commerce in the first quarter of 2025, according to dubaichambers .
India invests in young entrepreneurs' startups
As of June 30, 2026, India's DPIIT has recognized 240,092 entities as startups, a testament to a burgeoning entrepreneurial landscape fueled by initiatives like the Startup India Seed Fund Scheme.
India signs deals to boost startup growth and global trade access
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has signed over 50 Memoranda of Understanding with leading companies, an aggressive, multi-faceted push to integrate private sector
India Proposes BRICS Incubator Network and Startup Fund
India has proposed a BRICS incubator network and startup fund, aiming to unify disparate startup ecosystems and drive cross-border investment and innovation by 2026.
India's PE/VC market turbulence in 2026
After a record-breaking 2025 where India attracted US$60.
Odisha startups showcase innovations at Rashtrapati Bhavan
At the historic Rashtrapati Bhavan in 2026, a transformable bed-chair, a clean-cooking solution, and a mushroom-based leather alternative were among the innovative solutions showcased by three startup
India's Top 5 Biotech Startups Get National R&D Funding
Five Indian biotech startups are the first recipients of a new national R&D funding initiative.
UP Approves Data Centre & Startup Policies for Growth
Uttar Pradesh has set a staggering target to attract over ₹2 lakh crore in data center investments and add 2 Gigawatts of capacity, signaling an aggressive pivot towards a digital economy.
AI is crucial for India's next digital payment growth phase
NPCI predicts AI adoption will drive India's UPI transaction volume to exceed one billion daily transactions, a staggering leap from current levels.
India's chip ambitions: Aiming for global tech leadership
The Global Innovation Lab for Climate Finance has developed 16 specialized finance vehicles in India.
India Telegram Ban Fuels 100% Surge in Proton VPN Downloads
On the day India restricted Telegram, VPN app downloads surged by nearly 50%, reaching over 208,000 installs—the highest single-day total this year, according to Siliconindia and Storyboard18 .
Murata Launches MedTech Open Innovation Program for ASEAN, India Startups
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Bharat Innovates 2026 Fuels Capital Markets Growth for Startups
Over 120 Indian deep-tech startups, alongside prominent venture capital funds and research institutes, are convening in Nice, France, for the Bharat Innovates 2026 summit.
Equal AI raises $30 million for AI call screening in India
In just over a year, Equal AI's Android app has surged past a million monthly active users in India.
Opendoor Winds Down India Operations Amid Strategic Shift
Nearly 250 employees in Opendoor's India offices are losing their jobs as the company shifts operations closer to its U.
India's surging energy demand reshapes global markets and geopolitics
By 2035, India's oil consumption is projected to surge by 44%, reaching nearly eight million barrels per day, positioning the nation as a primary force in global energy markets.
Indian court slams Google ad business, orders Rs 30 lakh payout
The Delhi High Court ordered Google to pay ₹30 lakh (around $31,600) in damages to bathroom fittings maker Hindware for trademark infringement, according to Storyboard18 and TechCrunch .
IISc Designated for Quantum Computing Hubs Under NQM
India has committed over Rs.
India's gig workers train robots for AI startups
In India, gig workers are paid as little as $1 per hour to wear camera-equipped caps, collecting egocentric video data that will train the next generation of physical AI machines and robots for Silico
Samsung India offers grants for mobile innovation startups
Indian startups can now secure up to $50,000 in grant funding from Samsung for mobile innovation, with the tech giant explicitly taking no equity.
Samsung India launches 2026 startup innovation grant program
Samsung's R&D units in India are offering deep-tech startups up to $50,000 in grant funding for mobile innovation, notably without taking a single percentage of equity.