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Google Unveils Gemini 4 Argon, Its Most Advanced AI Model Yet
Amid increasing competition in AI, Google has now unveiled its new, most powerful model Gemini 4 Argon. The model is
HDFC securities Celebrates Double Recognition at Business Word People Excellence Awards 2026
Business Wire India Recognised with Gold for Excellence in Compensation & Benefits and Silver for HR Technology by Business World People Excellence Awards HDFC securities is proud to announce its remarkable achievement at the Business Word HR Excellence Awards 2026, securing both the Gold and Silver awards in prestigious categories. This dual recognition underscores the [] The post HDFC securities Celebrates Double Recognition at Business Word People Excellence Awards 2026 appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
BLive introduces NXT, aims to empower 100 entreprenuers, deploy 10,000 EVs in 3 years.
BLive offers comprehensive solutions, including fleet management technology and marketing support for the new businesses. Entrepreneurs with or without automotive experience are encouraged to apply for this opportunity.
The investment comes at a significant inflection point for Indias defence industry, which has been witnessing a sustained growth in indigenous production, private-sector participation and exports.
India, New Zealand trade pact to boost agri, processed food exports: TPCI
Starting on October 20, the free trade agreement between India and New Zealand is set to boost bilateral commerce. This agreement will significantly lower tariffs on various Indian agricultural exports, such as processed foods and spices.
Climate change Is making these grocery items more expensive this year
Global grocery prices are increasing as a result of climate change impacting food production. Recent research highlights that extreme weather is contributing to rising costs of essential items. Analysts predict that these trends will continue into 2027 and beyond, affecting food inflation rates. Additionally, countries previously self-sufficient in staple commodities might experience inflation due to disrupted yields.
Valor, Atreides, and Sequoia back AI startup Flow Engineering at $750M valuation
Flow Engineering, which is bringing AI agents to hardware design, also landed Roelof Botha as an angel investor and board member.
Factory CEO just accused his VC board advisor of spying for Cognition
VC Chris Degnan and former board advisor to Factory AI has taken a job as chief revenue officer for Cognition.
TPG Sells More Shadowfax Shares Via
Private equity (PE) giant TPG has now offloaded more shares of listed logistics giant Shadowfax via an open-market transaction for
Spotify founder Daniel Eks Neko Healthraised $700 millionto build a business around scanning your body, butitsnot the only company centering its roadmap around a new kind of preventative healthcare. Midjourney isbuilding its own body scanner, whileFunction Healthhas also raised significant capital to build out its preventative-health platform.Why areinvestors bettingso bigonthiscategory? On this episode of TechCrunchsEquitypodcast, []
Hackers stole millions of US military personnel records during months-long data breach
The Department of Defense notified millions of current and former U.S. military personnel that their personal information had been stolen in a months-long breach.
BMW built the same car for gas and electric. The EV is $4,400 cheaper.
The new BMW 3 Series shows just how quickly EVs have caught up to fossil fuel vehicles on pricing.
Traders call off 'No UPI Day' protest plan after meet with FM Sitharaman
Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman met small-trader representatives on Wednesday, following which the AICPDF and AIMRA withdrew their proposed No UPI Day protest on October 2.
AI voice startup ElevenLabs doubles valuation to $22B
The $300 million employee tender was co-led by Wellington and T. Rowe Price.
The ugly economics of consumer AI
Theres a reason frontier labs have gotten gun-shy about consumer AI and its not because the tech isnt good enough.
Meta disputes claim that Muse read a user
Meta says its Muse AI agent cannot access a users Messages without explicit permission, disputing a journalists account that the agent read his private messages while the required Mac setting was turned off.
DoorDash launches an AI agent you can text to order food
By launching an AI agent for food ordering, DoorDash is looking to gain an edge over rivals Uber Eats and Grubhub.
Airbnb adds AI search, more social features
Airbnb is also launching new services such as meal delivery and laundry in select locations
Two Google alumni raise $11.3M to back AI startups that enterprises will actually pay for
BAG Ventures announces close of a $11.3M Fund I to invest in all things AI.
Mapping Jaipurs Entrepreneurial Landscape and the Way Forward For Rajasthans Global Ambitions
More Code, More Review: How AI Is Changing Engineering
AI coding tools are generating code faster, shifting more of engineers attention towards designing systems, reviewing output, and testing whether
How Flipkart Is Using AI To Move Beyond Keyword-Led Product Discovery
Flipkart is leveraging AI to move beyond keyword-led product searches to interpret what shoppers want, ask follow-up questions, and adapt
Building businesses for the next billion Indians: What entrepreneurs need to understand
India is undergoing a remarkable transformation as more individuals choose entrepreneurship over conventional careers. The influx of technology and digital tools presents new avenues for small enterprises to flourish.
DPIITs logistics division is also drafting guidelines for multimodal logistics parks (MMLPs).
America.gov gets really weird when you ask it about Minecraft, but it
For the sake of national security, it's a relief to learn that America.gov is not hallucinating to the point that it's penning lengthy poetry.
The internet is convinced Elon Musk
Before OpenAI launched its new AI agent, Dots, on Tuesday, Elon Musk's xAI had already acquired the domain name dot.com, which now redirects to the Grok chatbot download page.
Your car and its mobile app are probably handing over all kinds of data to tech companies
Researchers at Northeastern University found vehicles and their companion apps regularly shared detailed data with some of the largest tech companies.
a16z-backed EliseAI raises $350M, doubles valuation to $4B
EliseAI raises $350M, doubles valuation in a year.
Tesla secures $30B in new credit lines as it looks to scale Cybercab, Optimus
The company says it won't draw on the new debt facilities this year, as it has already planned at least $25 billion in capital expenditures.
Dutch police arrest ShinyHunters hacker accused of planning two murders
Dutch police said the hacker, arrested for being part of the ShinyHunters cybercriminal gang, had plans to organize the murder of two people on his laptop.
AI-powered app maker Wabi pivots to a messaging experience
Wabi is repositioning its prompt-based app builder as a personal AI agent that can create interfaces on demand, combining chat, apps and ongoing tasks.
OpenAI launches Dots, its bubbly agentic avatar
Dots are meant to operate independent of any specific hardware or interface, pursuing user-defined goals continuously in the background with minimal oversight.
OpenAI is expanding ChatGPT plugins with dedicated sidebar homes, interactive panels, file viewers, improved discovery, and support for automations.
OpenAI launches GPT-6.1 Sol, says it nearly matches GPT-6 Astra and costs less
OpenAI says GPT-6.1 Sol delivers significant improvements over GPT-6 Sol across complex professional tasks, including code writing and debugging, document understanding, and executing multi-step business workflows.
OpenAI gives Codex reusable cloud environments that work across devices
OpenAI is expanding Codex with reusable cloud development environments, a revamped CLI with voice controls, new code review tools and a security-focused product for scanning repositories and preparing fixes.
Can a chatbot fix the government maze? The White House is about to find out
America.gov is intended to simplify the process of navigating government bureaucracy, but language models are imperfect and remain prone to hallucinations, which could cause new issues.
GSK India Achieves Guinness World Records
Business Wire India GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Limited (GSK India) has achieved a Guinness World Records title for the Largest Brochure Mosaic-Image,cementing its commitment to raising awareness on adult immunisation and preventive healthcare in India. Created at GSK House, its official headquarters in Mumbai, the record-setting mosaic spans more than 115 square metres and was assembled using [] The post GSK India Achieves Guinness World Records Title For Largest Brochure Mosaic-Image On World Heart Day appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Instinct founder said more than 50% of transactions on the platform are travel-related
Instinct founder said the platform is growing 10% day by day, with transaction volume increasing at a similar rate.
After losing his voice to cancer, this founder is building
Uhura Bionics, a TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Battlefield 200, wants to replace flat, robotics voice devices with one that carries emotions.
Oura shelves its $2.2B IPO citing
The postponement of the IPO will delay some of the company's plans for its proceeds from the IPO, as well as those of its shareholders.
[Update] AceVector IPO Closes With 4.93X Oversubscription
Update | September 29, 2026 19:55 IST Snapdeal parent AceVectors 420 Cr IPO was oversubscribed 4.93X at the end of
With Dazzle, Marissa Mayer bets your camera roll has more info on your life than your inbox
The former Yahoo CEO is introducing a new AI personal assistant based entirely on your photos.
Meta is expanding its AI agent Muse to small businesses
The tech giant says the agent can help owners run their business and find new customers.
Still running iOS 26? Update your iPhones, iPads and Macs for this urgent security fix
Apple says the bug was used to attack specific targeted individuals running iOS 26, which the majority of Apple customers are still using.
Fireflies adds dictation to its desktop notetaking apps
Fireflies said that it won't charge extra for the new dictation feature, which can be used with any desktop app.
Reco raises $55M as AI agent security startups crowd the market
The round builds on a $30 million fundraise in February, taking the company's total funding to $140 million.
Milestone marks a step-up in value addition and quality control at source, reinforcing the Group's mining-to-supply chain in Morocco.
Protego Ventures closes debut $125 million fund for Israeli defense tech
Protego Ventures, the first and largest dedicated defense tech VC in Israel, just completed its final $125 million closing, TechCrunch learned exclusively.
World Heart Day: Universal Sompo Highlights Growing Cardiac Health Needs Beyond Metros
On World Heart Day, Universal Sompo General Insurance highlighted a sustained rise in cardiac claims from non-metro locations over the past three financial years. Claims from Tier 2 cities have more than doubled during this period, while Tier 3 cities continue to account for a significant share of the insurers cardiac claims outside the metros. [] The post World Heart Day: Universal Sompo Highlights Growing Cardiac Health Needs Beyond Metros appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Coal Gasification Push Marks a Defining Moment for India
Business Wire India Dr Roger Kumar, Founder and Managing Director of CASE Group, has welcomed the Government of Indias growing momentum on coal gasification. He calls the Rs. 37,500-crore Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects one of the most significant steps yet towards Atmanirbhar Bharat in energy. The Union Cabinet approved the scheme [] The post Coal Gasification Push Marks a Defining Moment for Indias Energy Self-Reliance: Dr Roger Kumar, CASE Group appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Prozo has unveiled a new fulfilment centre in Bhiwandi, bolstering its presence in Maharashtra. The facility, which covers 1.1 lakh sq. ft., is strategically located to support logistics along vital corridors.
Ex-Tesla team raises $12.5M to put supply chains on autopilot
Atomic's agentic supply chain software is now being used by companies like DoorDash and HelloFresh.
Oxysure Home 5L targets growing demand for home oxygen therapy in India
24x7 purity visibility, continuous flow and integrated alerts highlight the growing focus on monitoring and safety in home-based respiratory care.
Harit Zaveri Jewellers, ajewellery destination founded in 2014, marks its expansion across Gujarat with the opening of its new flagship in Surat. Located at Parle Point, the new space brings together the brands contemporary interpretation of heritage Indian jewellery, considered design and commitment to transparent retail. Actor Vicky Kaushal, alongside Founder Harit Zaveri, inaugurated [] The post Harit Zaveri Jewellers Expands its Presence with a New Flagship in Surat, Inaugurated by Vicky Kaushal appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Anupam Rasayan completes Bliss GVS deal, targets Rs 4,000-crore integrated platform
Anupam Rasayan India Limited has finalised its acquisition of a controlling interest in Bliss GVS Pharma, marking a strategic expansion into finished dosage formulations. This acquisition strengthens Anupam Rasayan's pharmaceutical portfolio, bolstered by Bliss GVS Pharma's extensive array of over 150 brands across several therapeutic segments, while also offering valuable growth avenues through their current manufacturing infrastructure.
India needs its own criticality assessment framework for critical minerals
India cannot risk its industrial ambitions and environmental commitments by having a static framework, particularly when the global order is fragmenting and protectionism is rising.
Menander said there was a very strong positive momentum in India-Sweden ties and that the focus now should be on delivering on the existing agenda.
China, US slash tariffs on USD 30 billion on imports: Chinese Commerce Ministry
In a significant development, China and the United States have finalized ten key outcomes during their recent economic and trade discussions. Among these, both nations agreed to implement reciprocal tariff reductions valued at USD 30 billion on each other's imports.
Retailers Against UPI, Startup IPO Sprint
UPIs MDR Showdown Indian retailers are set to stage a nationwide No UPI Day on October 2. Up in arms
Peak XV ups Surge seed investment ceiling to $5M, unveils 18-startup cohort
Thirteen of the 18 startups in Peak XVs latest Surge cohort are targeting global markets, while more than half are based in India.
OpenAI reportedly ditches model over safety concerns
A top executive at the AI lab told the Wall Street Journal that the model in question had displayed a poor aptitude for following orders.
Shopify opens checkout to browser-based AI agents
Shopify is expanding WebMCP support to checkout, allowing browser-based AI agents to update order details and complete purchases with a buyers authorization.
Tesla delays Roadster 2 event again due to bad weather
Tesla says the event can only be held outdoors, as it's expected to show the car flying in some form using SpaceX thrusters.
The AI boom took over Climate Week and not everyone is happy about it
Just like the rest of the U.S, data centers and AI are dividing climate tech founders and investors.
Nvidia launches new platform for reining in rogue AI agents
As the debate rages over whether the recent spate of rogue AI agents is a step toward AGI or a more conventional engineering problem, Nvidia is offering its own answer to problem. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang on Monday introduced a toolkit of software and hardware products that add independent security layers around AI agents to []
Anthropic releases Sonnet 5.5, which it calls a significantly cheaper, faster work partner
Anthropic has released the newest version of its mid-range model, boasting faster response times and less token burn.
As all-in-one AI agents like Meta's Muse and Instinct take off, Google is opting to end a feature which built task-specific agents.
On Friday, OpenAI published a new site devoted to misalignment reports and the breadth of the incidents is alarming.
Meta says it will focus on bringing its full technology stack, including Muse, Meta Business Agent, Muse API, Muse Code, and more to businesses and developers.
Ola Electric Board approves rights issue of up to 1,000 crore
The company said existing shareholders, including retail investors, will be able to participate through the proposed rights issue.
Anthropic, Clay, and Gamma on what it takes for an AI product to go beyond the demo at the AI Stage at TechCrunchDisrupt 2026. Register to join and get 50% off a second pass.
Physical AI chip developer SiMa.ai hits $1.45B valuation
The edge computing startup raised a $150 million Series C led by Fidelity and Amplify.
Mavi bets on the AI boom creating demand for a new kind of accountant
Accounting staffing company Mavi emerges from stealth with $4million in funding.
No UPI Day: Mobile, FMCG Retailers To Protest UPI MDR On October 2
Indian retail traders are gearing up for a nationwide protest against the proposed UPI MDR soon. The All India Mobile
CFS' Brandon Sorbom and Helion's David Kirtley join the Smart Systems Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 to discuss the breakthroughs moving fusion forward, the challenges that remain, and what it will take to deliver fusion power to the grid at scale. Get your pass at regular price and get a second one at 50% off.
After a deepfake voice fooled her grandfather, this founder sprang into action
After her grandfather was scammed by a deepfake of his brother's voice, Tarini Padmanabhuni founded DetectifAI, a San Francisco startup building AI models small enough to run directly on smartphones and flag fake voices in real time, and it's now one of the companies competing in Startup Battlefield at TechCrunch Disrupt.
The bureau has not yet publicly confirmed a breach, but has told its agents that their personal information and Social Security numbers were exposed.
Next five VCs judging Startup Battlefield 200 contenders at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
Thousands of applications. Multiple rounds of review. Hundreds of hours spent evaluating startups from around the world. Now comes the part everyone has been waiting for. Startup Battlefield 200 is almost here, and with todays announcement, the judging panel is nearly complete. In just a couple of weeks, 200 carefully selected startups will gather at []
28 BLACK to Showcase Growth Ambitions at Anuga Select India 2026
Business Wire India 28 BLACK is set to participate in Anuga Select India 2026, one of India's leading food and beverage trade exhibitions. The event forms part of the brand's broader strategy to expand availability, increase consumer awareness and build long-term partnerships in India. The company's participation at Anuga Select India follows a successful presence [] The post 28 BLACK to Showcase Growth Ambitions at Anuga Select India 2026 appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Modulate raises $25M for its voice models and analysis suite
Modulate deploys its models to detect deepfake, fraud and scam
Insuretech Outmarket raises $34.5M just months after prior round
The startup uses AI to automate tedious paperwork for insurance agencies and brokers.
Your final chance to grab your exhibit table at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is Oct. 2
The last day to book your Disrupt 2026 exhibit table is this Friday, October 2 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Secure your exhibit table and get your startup in front of 10,000+ founders, investors and tech leaders at San Francisco's Moscone West on Oct 13-15.
Viral AI agent Instinct raises $1B Series C at a $10B valuation
Instinct has raised a $1 billion Series C, saying 'we're just getting started.' The company is now valued at $10 billion.
Maritime intelligence startup Quartermaster raises another $140M
The tech enables real-time awareness for what Quartermaster calls the largest blind spot on Earth.
Bajaj Finance Personal Loan Offers Tenures From 12 to 108 Months: What Borrowers Should Consider
The Bajaj Finance Personal Loan offers repayment tenures ranging from 12 to 108 months for loan amounts between Rs. 40,000 and Rs. 55 lakh. The applicable interest rate ranges from 10% to 30.5% per annum. Bajaj Finance Personal Loan The selected tenure can affect the monthly EMI and total interest payable. Borrowers can [] The post Bajaj Finance Personal Loan Offers Tenures From 12 to 108 Months: What Borrowers Should Consider appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Top Three Reasons Walnuts Are Good For Your Heart
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide,1 But healthy dietary practices are known to help prevent and treat heart disease. The American Heart Association (AHA) recommends including four and a half or more cups of fruits and vegetables daily, two or more servings of fish per week, fiber-rich whole grains, and four or [] The post Top Three Reasons Walnuts Are Good For Your Heart appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
SC Refuses To Stay UPI MDR, Seeks Centre
The Supreme Court today refused to stay the Centres decision to introduce merchant discount rate (MDR) charges on select UPI
Moneyview IPO Oversubscribed 31.41X On Day 3 So Far
Digital lender Moneyviews IPO was oversubscribed 31.41X by 13:45 IST on the final day of bidding today. The public issue
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has provisionally attached movable and immovable assets worth around 442.35 Cr in the money laundering case
