Skilltech Disruptor Skillre Secures Funding from Real Time Angel Fund at $1.67 Million Valuation
Published on: April 3, 2026, 10:40 a.m. | Source:
The Tribune
New Delhi [India], April 3: Skillre, a pioneering force in the Skilltech landscape, has announced a strategic seed investment from the Real Time Angel Fund (RTAF). The funding, which values the company at $1.67 million, marks a pivotal moment for the startup as it scales its high-fidelity simulation platform designed for the modern workforce and business schools.
India’s homegrown artificial intelligence startup, Sarvam AI, is close to raising $300 million to $350 million as it seeks to build a domestic player that can compete with leaders from the US and China.
Elon Musk's SpaceX is reportedly targeting an IPO valuation exceeding $2 trillion, potentially making it the largest stock market listing ever. The company is in discussions with prospective investors, aiming to raise up to $75 billion. This ambitious valuation follows a recent merger with Musk's AI startup, xAI.
Singapore sovereign wealth fund GIC is in talks to lead an investment in open-source database startup Supabase at a valuation of about $10 billion, The Information reported on Thursday.
India AI Startup Sarvam Raises Funds At $1.5 Billion Valuation
Published on: April 3, 2026, 8:42 a.m. | Source:
NDTV.com
Sarvam took a starring role at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's AI summit in February, unveiling an AI model that is tailored to the languages and cultures of the world's biggest market.
JU hosts workshop on “Business Simulation & Start-Up Ecosystem”
Published on: April 3, 2026, 3:59 a.m. | Source:
Daily Excelsior
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Apr 2: The Department of Commerce, University of Jammu, conducted a two-day workshop on “Business Simulation and Start-Up Ecosystem”, in collaboration with the Jammu & Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI). The workshop, organized under the Entrepreneurship and New Ventures course for M Com Semester II in alignment with the National Education Policy, aimed to provide students with practical exposure to real-world business environments and enhance their understanding of startup ecosystems. During the second day, experts from the […]
SpaceX Aims for the Stars with Record-Breaking IPO Valuation
Published on: April 3, 2026, 1:38 a.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
SpaceX is aiming for a record-setting IPO valuation exceeding $2 trillion, as reported by Bloomberg News. The company's decision follows its merger with the AI startup xAI. SpaceX has filed confidential paperwork with the SEC in anticipation of a market launch later this year.
Hyderabad techie suicide: 26-year-old software engineer ends life over alleged dowry harassment; husband detained
Published on: April 2, 2026, 9:26 p.m. | Source:
Zee News
A 26-year-old software engineer from Bihar allegedly committed suicide in Miyapur, Hyderabad, following harassment for dowry and startup investments. Police have detained her husband, Neeraj Bhansal, after a complaint from the victim's family.
‘200+ clubs in 5 years’: Startup founder says Hyderabad is a preview of India’s urban nightlife future
Published on: April 2, 2026, 8:37 p.m. | Source:
Business Today
The city’s evolving tastes are also evident in its food and beverage landscape. Concepts inspired by Turkish and Lebanese cuisines — once considered niche in many Indian cities — are finding a growing customer base.
This comes two months after the startup tested its first iteration of the aircraft, v0.1, which achieved ultra-short takeoff but crashed moments later.
Aquapulse, a pioneering aquaculture technology startup located in Bhubaneswar, has successfully raised an impressive Rs 25 crore in Series A funding, with NABVENTURES at the helm of this investment. This infusion of capital will enable Aquapulse to broaden its network of farmers and build an advanced processing facility, aiming to improve quality control and increase profits for farmers.
LatentView Analytics Invests in Healtheon AI for Healthcare Advancement
Published on: April 2, 2026, 4:04 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
LatentView Analytics has invested $3 million in Healtheon AI, a US-based AI startup focused on healthcare revenue cycle management. This strategic investment aligns with LatentView's AI vision and strengthens its partnership with Healtheon AI in deploying an advanced agentic AI framework for healthcare providers.
India's flexible workspace market is now dominated by large enterprises. These big companies account for 72% of flex seat absorption, a significant shift from its startup origins. This trend highlights flexible workspaces as a core corporate real estate strategy. Global multinational corporations are leading this demand, often using flex spaces for Global Capability Centres.
Can this startup make 10-minute delivery finally work?
Published on: April 2, 2026, 3:30 p.m. | Source:
Livemint
Hara Global and Bain Capital-backed startup Swish has raised about $38 million, nearly doubling its valuation. So what is it doing differently to attract investor interest? Can the 10-minute food delivery finally crack unit economics?
Indian Startup School Announces Top 25 Founders for upcoming Flagship Bootcamp at Gurugram Campus
Published on: April 2, 2026, 3:15 p.m. | Source:
The Tribune
Gurugram (Haryana) [India], April 2: Indian Startup School (ISS), India's Number 1 and fastest-growing founder-first learning and incubation institution, has announced the latest list of Top 25 founders selected for its flagship startup bootcamp at Two Horizon Centre, right opposite to DLF Camellias, Gurugram.
Published on: April 2, 2026, 2:36 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
WebFair 25th Edition, set for April 5, 2026, in New Delhi, aims to connect business owners, creators, and digital professionals. With over 200 expected attendees, the event will focus on practical digital growth strategies and include sessions on AI, SEO, and startup expansion, led by industry pioneers Sumit and Pankaj Chopra.
China's Tightrope: Navigating Tech Deals in a Global Arena
Published on: April 2, 2026, 1:02 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
The Chinese government shows its support for companies involved in transnational operations and technology collaborations. Amidst Meta's billion-dollar acquisition of the AI startup Manus, China has retained the co-founders for regulatory assessment, highlighting the delicate balance of foreign investment policies.
Anand Mahindra explains Like Uber, you can now ‘book’ a coconut harvester in Kerala
Published on: April 2, 2026, 12:21 p.m. | Source:
India Today
The video shared by Anand Mahindra shows a trained worker from the startup Hello Nariyal arriving promptly, carrying specialised climbing gear to scale tall coconut trees safely and efficiently.
The Elon Musk-led company had merged with his artificial intelligence startup xAI earlier this year — valuing the rocket company at $1 trillion and the developer of the Grok chatbot at $250 billion.
OpenAI chief teases Spud model, says it is worth 2 years of research and major step toward AGI
Published on: April 2, 2026, 8:33 a.m. | Source:
India Today
OpenAI President Greg Brockman has teased the AI startup’s next AI model, codenamed “Spud.” According to Brockman, Spud will mark a big leap for OpenAI, and may bring the company a step closer to reaching its goal of AGI.
The investment, subject to regulatory approval, would increase Intel's ownership of SambaNova to 9%, the review showed. The backing follows another $35 million that Intel put into SambaNova in February, which, along with other financing, had boosted Intel's stake in the startup to 8.2%, from 6.8% last year. The companies announced a "strategic collaboration" in February.
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Tendercuts plans expansions after improving finances
Published on: April 2, 2026, 3:31 a.m. | Source:
Times of India
Chennai: Fresh meat and seafood brand Tendercuts plans store expansion as part of its revival strategy. The startup said it has improved its financial.
The filing comes after SpaceX merged with Musk's artificial intelligence startup xAI in a deal that valued the rocket company at $1 trillion and the developer of the Grok chatbot at $250 billion.
The filing comes after SpaceX merged with Musk's artificial intelligence startup xAI in a deal that valued the rocket company at $1 trillion and the developer of the Grok chatbot at $250 billion
Founded in 2023 by Ankita Tandon and Joylita Saldanha, Infinyte Club offers wealth management tools targeted at startup employees and operators, including access to private market investment opportunities and liquidity for employee stock ownership plans (Esops).
While fans debate Ramayana, producer Namit Malhotra makes headlines with a Rs 9,204 crore fortune, rising from a garage startup to backing India’s most expensive film yet.
Published on: April 1, 2026, 5:25 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
Founded 50 years ago by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak, Apple's journey from a startup to a tech giant is a tale of revolutions in personal computing and mobile technology, most notably through the introduction of the Macintosh and the iPhone. Despite initial setbacks, Apple's continual innovation has cemented its legacy.
Young Bengaluru techie just quit his high-paying Google job. His next one-year plan is not to work anywhere or set up a startup. 'Hats off to you', say netizens
A Bengaluru software engineer has quit his Google job. Harshit Sharma is taking a year off to explore life beyond his corporate career. He saved money for this calculated risk. Sharma plans to travel, pursue creative interests, and guide students. He hopes to find a deeper purpose.
IPO-led startup exits rose 30% to nearly $2 billion in 2025, driven by eight larger VC-backed listings. Fewer IPOs delivered higher value, with deals above $100 million dominating. IPO share of exit value increased, though total public market exits dipped amid volatility, even as overall VC-backed exits reached about $7 billion.
VCs pocket almost $2 billion from 2025 IPO exits as large startup listings drive returns: Bain-IVCA report
Published on: April 1, 2026, 6:41 a.m. | Source:
Moneycontrol
Bumper listings such as Groww, Lenskart, Urban Company, and Pine Labs, among others, drove investor liquidity, with top funds including Peak XV, Tiger Global, Temasek, Accel and Elevation Capital featuring across these exits.
The VC fund will back early-stage startups. The New York-based company’s Builders Programme will support startups from seed to Series C stages across AI, media, and world simulation. Participants will receive free API credits.
The three-month, equity-free programme will target Indian startups in the seed to Series A stages, building AI-led solutions across key emerging areas, including agentic AI for reasoning and automation workflows, multimodal AI covering audio, video, and image generation, physical AI in smart manufacturing and robotics, and sovereign AI for localised models. Selected startups will obtain access to advanced models, mentorship, and cloud infrastructure.
The Thrasio reset: How a Gurugram consumer durables startup scaled the ₹1,000 crore peak
Published on: March 31, 2026, 7:45 p.m. | Source:
Livemint
From a high-stakes ‘Thrasio’ merger to a bold founder-led buyback, Lifelong Online’s journey is a masterclass in both resilience and selling value. Can this digital-first disruptor now conquer offline retail and after-sales hiccups to become India’s next household giant?
Voltify, a US-Israeli startup, has secured $30 million in funding. This investment will accelerate the development of their innovative platform. It allows rail operators to switch from diesel to electric power without massive infrastructure upgrades. The company aims to significantly cut CO₂ emissions from rail operations by 2035.
CSIR-IIIM; JKEDI Joined Hands To Strengthen Startup Ecosystem In J&K
Published on: March 31, 2026, 5:29 p.m. | Source:
Daily Excelsior
Jammu, Mar 31: CSIR-IIIM and its Technology Business Incubator (IIIM-TBI) on Tuesday reinforced their commitment to building a robust startup ecosystem in Union Territory through closer collaboration with Jammu and Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI), focusing on innovation, incubation, and commercialization of research-driven ideas. The initiative aims to integrate startups with advanced scientific infrastructure, mentorship networks, and funding opportunities, creating a strong pipeline of technology-based enterprises in the Union Territory. Khalid Jahangir, Secretary Industries & Commerce and Director JKEDI, with […]
Quote of the Day: Reid Hoffman on innovation - ‘If you’re not embarrassed, you’ve launched too late’
Published on: March 31, 2026, 5:29 p.m. | Source:
Livemint
LinkedIn cofounder Reid Hoffman’s widely cited startup mantra challenges founders to rethink perfection, speed and risk—arguing that early discomfort is often a sign of necessary innovation, not failure.
Pranav Korke and his cousin Karan Korke founded The Healthy Binge in 2021. Five years later, their company’s snacks are present in vending machines and pantries of schools and MNCs.
Sri Viswanath, a former partner at Coatue who left the firm to found Sycamore, told TechCrunch that he aims to create a complete agent orchestration layer that manages everything from coding to back-end systems.
The story behind Palmer Luckey’s ‘firing’ from Facebook, the company he sold his startup for $2 billion
Published on: March 31, 2026, 2:06 p.m. | Source:
Times of India
Tech News News: Palmer Luckey was only 21 when Meta acquired his virtual reality startup, Oculus VR in March 2014. The company was acquired for a whopping $2 billion,.
Bachatt has raised $12 million in a funding round led by Accel, with participation from Lightspeed and InfoEdge Ventures. The company will use the funds to scale its platform and build wealth and credit solutions for users. Bachatt targets small businesses, offering daily savings, mutual funds, and digital gold, and plans to reach 30 million users.
Zetwerk has filed a confidential prospectus with the Securities and Exchange Board of India for an IPO, and is planning a Rs 5,000 crore offering while exploring a pre-IPO round. The startup is facing weaker market conditions, with new-age IPOs under pricing pressure and investors seeking aggressive valuations. Its operating revenue fell 11% in fiscal 2025, though net loss narrowed.
As Anduril, America’s most closely watched weapons company, nears $60 billion valaution, CEO Palmer Luckey says that he will never ...
Published on: March 31, 2026, 8:53 a.m. | Source:
Times of India
Tech News News: Anduril, the defense technology startup founded by Palmer Luckey in 2017 is reportedly in talks for a funding round which could value the company at $.
A debate over how vibe-coding startup Emergent — backed by the likes of SoftBank, Lightspeed, and Khosla Ventures — has reported its numbers has put the spotlight on the ARR metric of AI startups. In February, Emergent said it had hit $100 million in ARR within just eight months of launch, but a closer look at what ARR actually means reveals a more complicated picture.
South Korean AI chip startup Rebellions has secured $400 million in new funding. This investment values the company at approximately $2.34 billion. Rebellions is now focused on expanding its presence in the United States. The company will also scale up production of its Rebel100 platform. This funding marks a significant step towards a future IPO.
German startup Midas secured fifty million dollars in early-stage funding. The company transforms investment products into digital tokens for blockchain trading. Large institutions are showing interest in tokenised assets. Midas plans to invest the funds into its core infrastructure. Expansion into the United States is on the roadmap.
AgriTech Startup Cropcoin Technologies (Pehle Jaisa) on Monday said it has raised Rs 12 crore in a pre-series A funding round led by venture capital firm Unicorn India Ventures, with participation from Climate Angels.
Bacancy Systems Accelerates with Rs 40 Crore Funding Boost
Published on: March 30, 2026, 4:03 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
Bacancy Systems, an embedded electronics and power systems startup, has secured Rs 40 crore in Series A funding from Sabre Partners and Greenstone Capital. The funds will enhance manufacturing, R&D, and international expansion, focusing on electric vehicle and railway electronics markets.
Startup funding falls over 10% YoY in FY26 as investors shift to early
Published on: March 30, 2026, 1:38 p.m. | Source:
Moneycontrol
Indian startups have raised about $10.16 billion across 969 deals so far in FY26, down from $11.34 billion across 1,020 deals in FY25, Venture Intelligence data showed.
Startup Founder Lauds Bengaluru's Healthcare After Dog Bite: 'Couldn't Find Vaccine In US'
Published on: March 30, 2026, 12:02 p.m. | Source:
News18
Siddharth Dialani of BharatAgri sparks debate after praising Bengaluru rabies vaccine access via Clinikk and comparing it with a friend’s US experience.
DeepSeek outage: Chinese AI startup's near-perfect record broken by massive seven-hour global outage
Published on: March 30, 2026, 11:47 a.m. | Source:
Livemint
DeepSeek experienced its longest outage as the AI chatbot went down for over seven hours on Sunday. DeepSeek has not disclosed the reason for the outage yet.
Why Google's AI CEO said no to Mark Zuckerberg and yes to Larry Page despite Facebook offering more money
Published on: March 30, 2026, 11:36 a.m. | Source:
Times of India
Tech News News: Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis turned down a richer offer from Mark Zuckerberg's Facebook to sell his AI startup to Larry Page's Google back in 20.
From rocket launches drawing millions of YouTube views to social media frenzy over its potential listing, SpaceX’s debut is shaping up to be a landmark moment for Wall Street. Traders are betting thousands of dollars on the company’s ticker, giving the world’s most valuable startup a level of social media buzz that only a few […]
"Peak Healthcare": Bengaluru Startup Founder Gets Rabies Vaccine In 15 Minutes, Draws Contrast With US
Published on: March 30, 2026, 7:59 a.m. | Source:
NDTV.com
Dialani contrasted his experience with that of a friend in San Francisco, who was bitten by a stray dog and struggled to find a rabies vaccine within a 10-mile radius despite an active search.
DC Kathua urges youth to explore startup potential in farming sector
Published on: March 30, 2026, 3:58 a.m. | Source:
Daily Excelsior
Excelsior Correspondent KATHUA, Mar 29: Department of Floriculture Kathua today organized a one-day district level event on Commercial Floriculture at Shakti Palace. The initiative was held under the aegis of Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH). Deputy Commissioner Rajesh Sharma was the chief guest. He appreciated the Floriculture Department for introducing the farmers and youth to highly lucrative floriculture sector. “Kathua District has a diverse topography which offers varied farming opportunities to the farmers. Agriculture and allied departments are […]
CityPickle’s 37,000-Sq-Ft Giant Transforms Times Square Into Pickleball Hub
Published on: March 29, 2026, 7:03 p.m. | Source:
Times Now
Founded in 2021 by friends Mary Cannon and Erica Desai, the company has evolved from a startup idea into a racket-sport powerhouse. Its latest milestone is the opening of what is being billed as New York’s largest pickleball club, located in the heart of Times Square., Pickleball, Times Now
Meet Agasthya-1: The rocket ex-Isro scientists built to launch in 24 hours
Published on: March 29, 2026, 7 p.m. | Source:
India Today
Bharath Space Vehicle, a Surat-based startup founded by ex-Isro scientists with 70-plus years of combined experience, is developing Agasthya-1, a 28-metre liquid-fuelled rocket capable of carrying 500 kg to orbit.
A UK-based software engineer declined a cold email sent by an Indian startup founder through an AI assistant, saying if the sender couldnt write it personally, a call wasnt worth his time. His response went viral, triggering a wider debate online. While some supported the view that effort and personalisation matter in professional outreach, others argued that using AI to save time is becoming normal and acceptable.
In December, the Bengaluru-based on-demand home help startup reported 500,000 orders, which rose to 830,000 in February, driven by stronger demand in existing markets. This comes after Urban Company’s quick service vertical, InstaHelp, surpassed one million monthly delivered bookings in March, and rival Pronto, in February, witnessed over 15,000 orders per day within 10 months of launch.
Swik AI Selected for Launch Powered by KPMG Accelerator in Chapel Hill
Published on: March 29, 2026, 11:13 a.m. | Source:
Republic World
The lending intelligence startup, backed by gAI Ventures, joins a select cohort in the KPMG-affiliated accelerator programme targeting enterprise-ready AI ventures.
Its objective is to encourage deep-tech innovation, foster high-impact startups, promote advanced manufacturing and emerging technologies, and strengthen industry-academia collaboration. Yadav will tour the centre and receive details on the innovation and startup activities being conducted there.
How an upset Chinese government with Meta's Manus acquisition proves that "Singapore washing" may no longer work for Chinese and American companies
Published on: March 28, 2026, 5:13 p.m. | Source:
Times of India
Tech News News: Meta acquired Manus AI startup for $2 billion last year, but the deal has now come under scrutiny from Chinese authorities, highlighting rising tensio.
Rentomojo, the furniture renting startup, has filed papers with SEBI to raise Rs 150 crore in a IPO. Company's founder and venture capital investors are also selling some stake in the offer for sale.
In the OFS segment of the IPO, early and institutional investors, Accel, Chiratae Ventures, and Edelweiss Financial Services, along with founder and chief executive Geetansh Bamania, will sell their stakes. The furniture and home electronics rental startup, which was valued at Rs 850-900 crore in February 2024, will utilise Rs 70 crore of the primary proceeds for repayment of certain debt and Rs 42.5 crore for lease rental payments for its warehouses and offline experience centres.
This round of funding for the startup, founded in 2024 by AI researchers, including former Google DeepMind scientists, and focussed on developing advanced AI models for robots, comes just four months after the last fundraise. Existing investors Thrive Capital and Lux Capital may participate in the round. Per reports, while Founders Fund is expected to join the round, Lightspeed Venture Partners is in discussions to invest.
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A woman’s journey in the city which shaped her purpose
Published on: March 28, 2026, 3:54 a.m. | Source:
Hindustan Times
Nilofer Rao, who moved to Gurugram in 2006, founded Bubz, a sustainable children's clothing startup, emphasizing eco-friendly products and inclusivity.
AI data center startup Crusoe said on Friday it will build a new 900-megawatt campus to run artificial intelligence workloads for Microsoft in Texas, as tech companies aggressively expand generative AI capacity. Located next to Crusoe's existing AI facilities in Abilene, Texas, the new campus will bring the site's total projected capacity to 2.1 gigawatts. On average, one gigawatt is enough to power 750,000 homes.
New Shark Pratham Mittal made a significant debut on Shark Tank India Season 5, investing in two student-led startups, Floreal and Two Words Away. His early bets highlight a growing trend of young entrepreneurs building businesses with clear vision and ambition, signaling a shift in India's startup ecosystem where age is no longer a barrier to innovation and scaling.
Robonetics Revolutionizes Manufacturing in Startup Singam Season 2
Published on: March 27, 2026, 5:47 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
Robonetics, a standout in Startup Singam Season 2, secured ₹11 crore in investments, leading the deep-tech sector. This remarkable achievement highlights India's growing interest in innovative startups. Robonetics plans to use the funds to develop Cognitive Factories, aiming for autonomous, intelligence-driven manufacturing. Over 4,000 startups applied to the show.
UP govt scraps ₹25,000 crore MoU with Bengaluru-based Puch AI citing credibility concerns
Published on: March 27, 2026, 5:32 p.m. | Source:
Livemint
Uttar Pradesh has rescinded a ₹25,000 crore MoU with Puch AI, citing financial credibility issues. The review process indicated that the startup could not meet the necessary financial requirements, prompting immediate termination of the agreement to maintain integrity in governance.
Traders are betting thousands of dollars on the company's ticker and speculating over its entry into the most elite club of US companies, giving the world's most valuable startup a level of social media buzz that only a few companies enjoy, especially when they are yet to file their IPO paperwork.
UP govt cancels ₹25,000 crore AI deal after red flags on startup’s finances, track record
Published on: March 27, 2026, 5:08 p.m. | Source:
CNBC TV18
The Uttar Pradesh government has cancelled its proposed ₹25,000 crore artificial intelligence partnership with Puch AI, days after announcing the deal and subsequently dialing down expectations.
Namma Yatri goes global: Parent firm MTI acquires Dutch startup Automicle to crack the European market
Published on: March 27, 2026, 5:07 p.m. | Source:
CNBC TV18
Moving Tech Innovations acquires Automicle Holding BV to take its Namma Yatri zero commission city first mobility model to Europe and deepen India EU DPI ties.
A startup founder faced an unusual recruitment experience. A senior academic candidate, initially promising, transformed a virtual discussion into an intense interrogation. The candidate asked probing questions about the founder's background and company without reciprocity. The call ended abruptly with the candidate losing interest. This incident sparked online debate about workplace attitudes and professional conduct.
Scaler School of Technology Launches India's First Undergraduate Program in AI and Business
Published on: March 27, 2026, 2:35 p.m. | Source:
The Tribune
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], March 27: As artificial intelligence continues to transform how companies are built and scaled, Scaler School of Technology (SST) has announced the launch of its four-year undergraduate program in AI and Business. The fully residential program is designed to prepare students to operate at the intersection of advanced technology, product thinking, and entrepreneurship, with startup-building embedded as a mandatory component of the curriculum.
Why OpenAI Shelved ChatGPT’s Erotic ‘Adult Mode’ Indefinitely? What Led To The Move; Debate Over AI Boundaries Explained
Published on: March 27, 2026, 2:28 p.m. | Source:
NewsX
OpenAI has decided to pause the development of adding an 'erotic' mode to ChatGPT. The decision comes at a time when the Sam Altman-led startup is reducing its distractions to focus on enterprise products and bring in private equity investors
Published on: March 27, 2026, 2:20 p.m. | Source:
ThePrint
Yogi directs Invest UP officials to strictly verify credentials of startups before finalising high-value MoUs in future, it is learnt. MoU with startup founded in 2025 had sparked a row.
Uttar Pradesh Revokes Rs 25,000 Crore AI Project Due to Financial Concerns
Published on: March 27, 2026, 1:42 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
The Uttar Pradesh government cancelled a Rs 25,000 crore MoU with Puch AI over financial doubts, affecting plans for AI infrastructure. Criticism arose regarding the startup's capacity, and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath clarified the non-binding nature of MoUs. Opposition leader Akhilesh Yadav demanded a review of past agreements.
India’s regional startup ecosystems expand as funding matures: Report
Published on: March 27, 2026, 1:13 p.m. | Source:
Lokmat Times
India’s regional startup ecosystems expand as funding matures: Report - New Delhi, March 27 India’s startup landscape is expanding beyond its primary hubs, with over 68,000 startups now ... Get Latest News on Business only on lokmattimes.com
Japanese Startup ispace Shifts Lunar Mission Timeline Amid Workforce Reductions
Published on: March 27, 2026, 1:03 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
Japanese spacecraft startup ispace will delay its U.S. government-sponsored lunar mission to 2030 and reduce its global workforce due to prior mission failures. The company plans to launch multiple lunar orbiters by 2030 to aid in lunar development while managing financial challenges and industry uncertainties.
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