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Indian startup ecosystem raises over $180 mn this week
New Delhi, April 12: The domestic startup ecosystem continued the funding momentum this week, with raising more than $180 million by 24 new-age companies.
Space is global in nature, says Digantara CEO
New Delhi, April 12: Anirudh Sharma, CEO of Digantara, spoke at the 9th Carnegie Global Tech Summit on the theme 'Guardians of Galaxy: Space Security Norms and Partnerships' and said that people working in the space sector have to be global from the start.
India poised for one million startups by 2035: Nandan Nilekani at Carnegie Global Tech Summit
New Delhi, April 11: Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani has outlined a bold vision for India's startup future, stating that the country is poised to have one million startups by 2035, a remarkable leap from just 2,000 in 2015.
Oben Electric ramps up national expansion with 15 new showrooms in four states
New Delhi, April 10: Electric Vehicle startup Oben Electric on Thursday announced expansion by opening an additional 15 new showrooms and service centers in four new states: Punjab, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, and Telangana.
Mauritius hosts SolarX Accelerator Programme in partnership with ISA, Business Mauritius
Moka, April 10: Mauritius has launched the SolarX Accelerator Programme in partnership with the International Solar Alliance (ISA) and Business Mauritius (BM), bringing together 35 start-ups from across Asia and the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region for an intensive two-day event focused on accelerating innovation in solar energy and renewable technologies, an official press release by ISA reported.
Why sustainable startups are key to achieving global net-zero goals
London, Apr 9: In a world where the climate change crisis and resource depletion threaten the world's future, a new generation of businesses is rising to the challenge. These startups are not just chasing profit — they are driven by passion, fuelling innovation with sustainability to create solutions that protect the environment while taking the economic growth forward.
Maharashtra focusing on developing AI and Tech ecosystem in state, says CM Fadnavis
Mumbai, April 8: Maharashtra is focusing on developing artificial intelligence and technology in the state, as Mumbai is already a fintech capital, said Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday.
India ranks 3rd highest-funded fintech startup ecosystem globally in Q1 2025
Bengaluru, April 8: India secured the third position globally in terms of funding raised for the fintech sector in Q1 2025, following the US and the UK, a report showed on Tuesday.
Bihar IT Minister hands over office space to 10 startup companies
Patna, April 7: Bihar Information and Technology Minister Krishna Kumar Mantu inaugurated office spaces for 10 new IT startups and handed them over to young entrepreneurs free of cost at Biscomaun Tower, providing a fresh boost to the startup ecosystem in Bihar.
Homegrown tech firm boAt's parent firm files for IPO papers
New Delhi, April 7: Homegrown wearables brand boAt's parent company, Imagine Marketing, on Monday announced it has filed draft papers for an initial public offering (IPO) with market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) through the confidential pre-filing route.
Google to empower 20 AI-powered Indian startups
New Delhi, April 7: Tech giant Google on Monday announced that it is all set to empower 20 Indian startups through the second edition of its ‘Google for Startups Accelerator: Apps’ programme.
We need to aim higher: boAt Co-founder Aman Gupta backs Piyush Goyal's remark on Indian startups
New Delhi, April 6: Consumer electronics firm boAt's co-founder Aman Gupta has backed Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on the need for Indian startups to aim higher and start working on bigger solutions.
After minister's nudge at 'Start-up Mahakumbh', Shark Tank's Aman Gupta vows to aim higher
New Delhi, April 6: Aman Gupta, one of the popular judges of ‘Shark Tank’ reality show, joined the raging debate on India’s ‘vegan ice-cream' start-ups as compared to Chinese semiconductors and electronics businesses and extended support to Union Minister Piyush Goyal’s call for better ideas and innovation in Indian start-up ecosystem.
GeM facilitates over Rs 38,500 crore in transactions for 30,000+ startups
New Delhi, April 6: The government e-marketplace (GeM) has enabled over Rs 38,500 crore in transactions for 30,000+ startups, reinforcing its position as a true catalyst in India's innovation ecosystem, the Ministry of Commerce & Industry said in a statement on Sunday.
Zomato's food delivery COO Rinshul Chandra resigns
New Delhi, April 6: Eternal Limited, the company formerly known as Zomato, has announced that Rinshul Chandra, the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of its food ordering and delivery business, has resigned.
EaseMyTrip's Rikant Pittie backs Piyush Goyal's call for real innovation
New Delhi, April 6: EaseMyTrip co-founder and CEO Rikant Pittie has strongly supported Union Minister Piyush Goyal's recent remarks on the need for genuine innovation in India's startup ecosystem.
Startup funding jumps 2.3 times to $357 million this week
New Delhi, April 6: India's startup ecosystem witnessed a strong funding rebound this week, with total investments soaring over 2.3 times to around $357.29 million across 30 deals, compared to $152.49 million raised by 23 startups last week.
Government e-Marketplace showcases startup power, unlocks new growth avenues
New Delhi, April 6: The Government e-Marketplace (GeM) showcased its role in supporting startup growth and underlined the potential of public procurement as a tool for promoting innovation and inclusive development, at the just-concluded 'Startup Mahakumbh 2025' here, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry said on Sunday.
45 startups display growing tribal entrepreneurship in India
New Delhi, April 6: At least 45 startups have showcased the growing role of tribal entrepreneurs in India's startup ecosystem — marking a significant milestone in empowering tribal talent, the Ministry of Tribal Affairs said on Sunday.
StartUps fast emerging as lucrative avenue: Union Minister Jitendra Singh
New Delhi, April 5: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology; Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, a press release by Ministry Science and Technology said.
Goyal assures deeptech startups of big push from Rs 10,000 crore Fund
New Delhi, April 5: Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced on Saturday that the government will provide a substantial outlay for deeptech startups from the Rs 10,000 crore Fund of Funds scheme.
Agri startups blending traditional farming with tech to boost rural health, jobs: Jitendra Singh
New Delhi, April 5: Startups in agriculture are intelligently blending traditional organic farming practices with technology to drive livelihood opportunities in rural areas, said Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh on Saturday.
Agri Startups fast emerging as lucrative avenue of livelihood, says Dr Jitendra Singh
New Delhi, April 5: Startups in the agriculture sector are emerging as a lucrative avenue of livelihood by intelligently blending traditional organic farming practices with cutting-edge scientific technologies, said Union Minister of State Dr Jitendra Singh on Saturday.
ONGC's startup fund sees 450% growth in valuation over 5 years, ministry reports
New Delhi, April 5: ONGC's startup fund has seen a 450 per cent growth in valuation over five years, according to a release by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG).
India to emerge as global leader in innovation, tech-driven growth: Piyush Goyal
New Delhi, April 5: India would emerge as a global leader in innovation and technology-driven growth, Union Minister for Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, has said.
Music to ears: Piyush Goyal lauds Indian startups for their innovative work at Startup Mahakumbh
New Delhi, April 4: Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday said he was delighted to see the work done by Indian startups. Talking to reporters at Startup Mahakumbh, he equated the innovations of the domestic startups to that of music to ears.
Future of Indian startups robust despite trade tariff challenges: Founders
New Delhi, April 4: India’s startup story remains strong and promising despite global uncertainties, top industry leaders said at the ‘Startup Mahakumbh’ event here on Friday.
Roll up your sleeves: Zoho's Sridhar Vembu tells deep tech innovators
New Delhi, April 4: Enterprise cloud software major Zoho's Founder Sridhar Vembu on Friday voiced strong support for a shift towards deep tech innovation in India, urging engineers and startups to ‘roll up their sleeves’ and focus on building real technological capabilities.
Amitabh Kant urges Indian startups to build homegrown AI
New Delhi, April 4: India’s G20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant said on Friday that the country must focus on building its own advanced technologies like AI and avoid becoming dependent on other countries for technological progress.
Startups key to make India 3rd largest economy by 2027: Piyush Goyal
New Delhi, April 3: Currently the world's fifth-largest economy, India is on track to become the fourth-largest by the end of 2025 and the third-largest economy by 2027 — surpassing Japan and Germany, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, said on Thursday while crediting this growth to the robust startup ecosystem.
Attero's net profit falls 31 pc in FY24, firm says crosses Rs 1,000 cr in revenue
New Delhi, April 3: Electronic waste recycling startup Attero reported a 31 per cent decline in net profit in FY24 due to its rising expenses, according to the company’s latest financials.
Aspire for bigger and better: Piyush Goyal asks Indian startups to raise the bar, go global
New Delhi, April 3: Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal, speaking at the second edition of the Startup Maha Kumbh on Wednesday, touched on the nature and scope of Indian startups and urged them to think of big and innovative solutions
Nepal Pavilion inaugurated at Startup Mahakumbh, showcasing 19 emerging startups
New Delhi, April 3: In a significant step towards fostering cross-border innovation and entrepreneurship, the Nepal Pavilion was officially inaugurated at Startup Mahakumbh, India's largest startup event in Bharat Mandapam. The pavilion, established with the support of India's Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), showcases the growing collaboration between Nepal and India in the startup ecosystem.
India 2nd globally in unicorn creation, combined wealth surpasses $220 billion
New Delhi, April 3: India added the second highest number of unicorns at six, as compared to top global tech startup ecosystems, in 2024 -- taking the combined valuation of current Indian unicorns to more than $220 billion, a report showed on Thursday.
Startup Mahakumbh kicks off in Delhi, over 3,000 start-ups and 1,000 investors from 50 countries onboard
New Delhi, April 3: The second edition of the three-day Startup Mahakumbh 2025 officially kicked off at Bharat Mandapam here on Thursday, with the event standing as the largest gathering in India's startup ecosystem, featuring over 3,000 startups showcasing their latest technologies, products, and services.
Nearly 3000 startups will be participating at Startup Mahakumbh 2025: DPIIT Joint Secretary Sanjiv Singh
New Delhi, April 3: Ahead of the highly anticipated second edition of 'Startup Mahakumbh' set to take place at Bharat Mandapam from April 3, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) Joint Secretary Sanjiv Singh said that nearly 3000 startups will be participating this time in the event.
Three-day 'Startup Mahakumbh' set to kick off at Bharat Mandapam on Thursday
New Delhi, April 2: The highly anticipated second edition of 'Startup Mahakumbh' is set to take place at Bharat Mandapam from April 3-5.
Startup Mahakumbh to offer big business opportunities for entrepreneurs, investors
New Delhi, April 2: The highly anticipated second edition of Startup Mahakumbh is set to take place at Bharat Mandapam from April 3 to 5, providing a massive platform for entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders to connect and explore new business opportunities.
India's semiconductor market set to reach over USD 150 billion by 2030: Report
New Delhi, April 2: India's semiconductor market is set to reach over USD 150 billion , with AI semiconductor will present over USD 21 billion market opportunity by 2030, according to a report by Basic Roots Consulting.
Biotechnology remains a priority sector in India, says Jitendra Singh
New Delhi, March 31: Biotechnology remains a priority sector in India, said Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh on Monday.