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Google Picks Four Indian Startups As Part Of AI For The Planet Accelerator
Tech giant Google has picked four Indian startups as part of its debut AI focused accelerator Google DeepMind Accelerator: AI
War in the Middle East is making clothes more expensive
The ongoing conflict in Iran is causing significant disruptions in global apparel supply chains.
Maersk plans to expand fleet as CEO sees new era for shipping
In light of shifting shipping economics, Maersk is set to expand its container fleet, embracing market volatility as a path to increased profits.
Eternal, the parent company of Zomato and Blinkit, has gained 45.36% in six months, while 430 actively managed mutual fund schemes held the stock in July 2026. HDFC Consumption Fund had the highest allocation at 10.7%, followed by several schemes with more than 8% exposure.
Larry Ellison cancels $7.5 billion sale of Oracle stock
Oracle had previously disclosed that Ellison planned to sell 50 million shares worth around $7.5 billion.
The 9 buzziest startups from Y Combinator
From floating reactors to brain chips: VCs picked their favorite YC startups from the summer batch.
TechCrunch Mobility: Lyft has entered the robotaxi chat
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your hub for the future of transportation, and now, more than ever, the role AI is playing in it.
Fusion power startups find new partners in the defense world
Fusion startups are inking defense-related deals, reigniting the relationship between fusion and national security that might have gone dormant, but never completely disappeared.
Zomato Introduces Cash On Delivery Charges, Adds Minimum Of Rs 5 To Customer Bills
The new charge, shown as a Pay on Delivery Fee in the order bill, applies when customers choose to pay for their food order in cash at delivery.
Charting the global economy: Oil surge fans global inflation
In the US, hotter-than-expected consumer inflation and the biggest monthly increase in producer prices since May bolstered the case for a Federal Reserve rate hike next week.
PM Modi Bats For A Cross-Border Corridor For BRICS Startups
Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi has urged the BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) nations to set up
Anthropic CEO outlines plan to
What would it actually look like to pace the frontier?
Revolut confirms customer data breach through fake government requests
Revolut said it notified affected customers and alerted the relevant government agency, law enforcement, and financial regulators.
ESDS Soars 92% To Lead New-Age Tech Stocks This Week, MDR Hopes Lift Fintechs
New-age tech stocks delivered a mixed performance this week as weakness in the broader equity market kept investor sentiment cautious.
Zomato starts charging up to Rs 20 fee for cash on delivery orders
Zomato has introduced a cash on delivery fee ranging from Rs 5 to Rs 20 to monetise payment methods amid rising competition.
Zomato Starts Charging Cash-On-Delivery Customers Up To
Eternals food delivery arm Zomato has begun charging an additional Pay on delivery fee on some cash-on-delivery (COD) orders, with
Zomato Introduces Additional Charges for Cash on Delivery Orders
Zomato now charges customers an extra fee of 5 to 20 for cash on delivery orders, amid growing competition in the food delivery market. Zomato Introduces Additional Charges for Cash on Delivery Orders
Reframe 2026 by Breakthrough puts gender norms at the centre of Indias workforce conversation
Breakthroughs three-day summit in New Delhi brought together 70+ speakers and 400+ attendees to explore what it will take for women to enter, stay and thrive in the workforce
For SMEs, the GEO question is simple: Will it bring you business?
Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) is redefining the landscape, prioritizing influence over presence. Learn how to assess authentic customer engagement and AI-driven demand, and understand the unique benefits that small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) hold in this rapidly shifting market.
Dark patterns under scrutiny: Why digital trust must be designed into consumer journeys
Indias regulatory direction is becoming clearer: consumer choice should be genuine, consent should be affirmative, and important information should be easy to understand before a decision is made.
Asian ports snarled as El Nio fuels busy typhoon season
The shipping industry in Asia is grappling with unprecedented challenges as the typhoon season proves to be remarkably intense. Shanghai is currently facing extensive congestion, resulting in significant delays for vessels. Consequently, average waiting times at various Chinese ports have surged, disturbing the scheduled arrivals of container ships.
Startup funding activity rebounded back sharply in the second week of September. Between September 7 and September 11, Indian startups
One week left to book your exhibit table at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
Only one week left to secure your exhibit table. Tables are limited and can sell out before the September 18 deadline.
Final, final, final call for TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Side Events
The absolute last chance to apply to host an official Side Event during TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is tonight, September 11, at 11:59 p.m. PT.
Kimi-maker Moonshot AI targets $2B in annual revenue
While K3's usage figures have declined slightly in recent months, OpenRouter data currently shows as many as 300 billion tokens being generated each day by K3 models on the system.
Roblox is making it easier to build games with AI
At its annual Roblox Developer Conference (RDC), the company announced several new features, including new game-creation tools, expanded NPC capabilities, and the ability to make games available across platforms, including the web.
Central Eurasia names its 2026 Road to Battlefield winners: Cerberus, WeGlobal AI, and LOOQ
Cerberus, WeGlobal AI, and LOOQ took the top three spots at the regional final of Road to TechCrunch Startup Battlefield 2026 and will represent Central Eurasia in the Startup Battlefield 200 at TechCrunch Disrupt in San Francisco this October.
Nscale adds former OpenAI exec Fidji Simo to its board ahead of potential IPO
The No. 2 exec at OpenAI also led Instacart through its IPO in 2023.
UPI's AI protocol temporarily on hold as NPCI builds safeguards
The focus is on user protection, mapping actual risks from potential liabilities when agents go rogue, and governance standards around evolving technologies like these
Matt Mullenweg tells Automattic staff in Slack he
In a Slack message seen by TechCrunch, Matt Mullenweg told Automattic employees hes back in control of the company, days after its board put him on leave. Automattic has not yet confirmed the apparent reversal.
ESDS Touches Upper Circuit Again, Now Up 306% From IPO Price
ESDS Software Solution extended its post-listing surge into a sixth consecutive trading session today, with its shares touching the upper
Exclusive: Ultraviolette To Raise
Electric two-wheeler (E2W) maker Ultraviolette Automotive is set to raise an additional 373.04 Cr as part of its ongoing Series
RentoMojo IPO Subscription Hits 17.18X On Final Day, NIIs Lead Demand
Online furniture and appliance rental platform RentoMojos IPO was subscribed 17.18X by 13:27 IST on the final day of bidding
Cotton yarn price surge weighs on Indian textile industry as FTA gains remain elusive
Cotton yarn prices have increased 60% to around Rs 400 per kg from Rs 250 per kg in early 2026
Vingroup Rises Nearly 500 Places to Rank Among the World
Vingroup has been ranked 340th in TIMEs Worlds Best Companies 2026, placing the Group among the worlds Top 400 companies. Compared with 2025, Vingroup has risen nearly 500 places and remains the only Vietnamese company to be recognized on the prestigious ranking. The Worlds Best Companies 2026 ranking is jointly conducted by TIME, a [] The post Vingroup Rises Nearly 500 Places to Rank Among the Worlds Top 350 Companies appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
GFF 2026 Day 2 Unpacked, RentoMojo
AI Takes The Stage At Global Fintech Fest It was an action-packed second day at the Global Fintech Fest 2026
Thrive Capital led VCs into pro sports ownership; Collaborative Fund just upped that play
Collaborative Fund just bought into D.C. United and its stadium, with firm founder Craig Shapiro pitching it as a way to showcase for the firm's startups.
Jensen Huang explains why Nvidia will grow an astounding 70% next year
Nvidia has its finger in every pie, and sees another year of plenty in its future, Jensen Huang says. But, he insists, its deals are not circular.
PhonePe Shuts Down Engineering Office In The US: Report
Fintech major PhonePe has reportedly shut down its engineering office in the US, winding down a four year-old team. Sources
OpenAI puts Pro subscriptions on hold due to Astra demand
The company said Pro subscriptions put the most strain on its systems, so it's pausing sign-ups while adding more capacity.
Anthropic details distillation campaigns from Alibaba, Moonshot AI, and DeepSeek
A new report released Thursday by Anthropic alleges persistent distillation attacks by China-based AI companies, which have escalated in recent months as competition in the space has intensified.
Proxima Fusion said Wednesday it plans to build a 140 million ($162.6 million) factory to produce fusion-grade high-temperature superconducting (HTS) tape, which will provide the startup with key component to its reactor design.
Amazon makes it easier to buy what you see on Prime Video
Amazon is expanding shopping integrations across Prime Video, letting viewers discover products tied to thousands of shows, movies, and live sports through X-Ray, its shopping app, and a new Lens-powered Shop the Scene feature.
Anthropic reveals rogue AI agents hate CAPTCHAs, just like you
Come inside the mind of a bot trying to convince the internet it's human.
GFF 2026: Fintech-AI Partnerships Take The Centre Stage On Day 2
After a plethora of new product launches and innovation showcases on day one, the second day of the Global Fintech
VinFast Plans Two India-Specific EVs In Strategic Reset: Report
Weeks after suspending production of select cars in India, Vietnamese EV maker VinFast is now reportedly eyeing the development of
Google signs its biggest rice-methane carbon credit deal with Indian startup Mitti Labs
The four-year agreement will cover rice farms across three Indian states, reaching about 100,000 hectares at peak delivery.
ID verification giant IDScan confirms data breach with more than 150 million driver
The ID checking company said the data breach included people's full names and driver's licenses and other government-issued identity documents.
Defense tech Mach Industries doubles valuation to $3.7B in 3 months
The buzzy startup raised $600 million in its Series C round.
Snapchat takes aim at Partiful with new event-planning features
Snapchat says the new features can be used to organize everything from birthday celebrations and sporting events to study sessions and weekend hangouts.
European founders and VCs urge lawmakers
Amid negotiations for a new EU-wide corporate status, an open letter signed by unicorn founders and investors warns that 'EU Inc' shouldnt be watered down.
Another Day, Another Upper Circuit: ESDS Now Up 269% From IPO Price
The seemingly unstoppable rally in ESDS Software Solution continued today, with the stock hitting the upper circuit for the fifth
D2C Fashion Startup Theater Bags
D2C fashion and accessories startup Theater has raised 75 Cr (around $7.8 Mn) in a Series A funding round led
GFF 2026 Highlights, The Estate Planning Question
Global Fintech Fest 2026 Kicks Off Indian startups basked in the spotlight as the Global Fintech Festival 2026 kicked off
Auditors Flag Second Suspected Employee Fraud At Ola Electric Arm
Ola Electrics FY26 annual report disclosed another suspected employee fraud at its wholly owned subsidiary Ola Electric Technologies Pvt Ltd
LOHUM Begins Lithium Mining Operations In Zimbabwe
Noida-based sustainable critical mineral producer LOHUM claims to have become first Indian company to start lithium operations globally, announcing the
GFF 2026: NPCI Launches Instant Card-Issuing ATMs, Deepens AI Push
At the Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2026 in Mumbai, UPI operator NPCI announced a series of digital infrastructure initiatives to
AI-led personalisation to open opportunities for new startups: Razorpay CEO
Razorpay CEO Harshil Mathur said AI could lower personalisation costs and help startups target niches such as Gen Z payments, HNI wealth management and multilingual platforms.
UIDAI Launches SDK, Sandbox To Ease Aadhaar Face Authentication
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) today launched Face Auth SDK & Sandbox, a set of software tools and
PhonePe, Visa Partner For Cardless Payments In India, 14 Overseas Markets
Walmart-backed fintech major PhonePe has partnered with global card network Visa to launch three cardless payment solutions for consumers and
PwC India Announces Strategic Alliance With Claroty for OT and Connected Environment Cybersecurity
Hangover by Saachi Unveils Its New Collection, Reimagining Occasion Wear for a New Generation
Business Wire India Hangover by Saachi, the contemporary occasion-wear label founded by young entrepreneur Saachi Pasari, announces the launch of its latest collection an edit that captures the brand at its most confident yet. Bringing together sculptural silhouettes, intricate Indian hand-embroidery and a rich, understated colour palette, the new collection is designed to make [] The post Hangover by Saachi Unveils Its New Collection, Reimagining Occasion Wear for a New Generation appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Advanced Robotic Surgery Offers New Lease on Life to Patient Battling Crohn
Imagine spending 15 years managing a disease that never really lets you rest pain, infections, and uncertainty becoming the background noise of everyday life. That was the reality for Rajesh (name changed), a man in his late 30s, living with Crohn's disease since his early twenties. Then came the final blow: his bowel had [] The post Advanced Robotic Surgery Offers New Lease on Life to Patient Battling Crohn's Disease for 15 Years appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
PM Modi Urges Fintechs To Step Up Cybersecurity, Consumer Protection
Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi has urged Indian fintech startups to further strengthen cybersecurity and consumer protection as the sector
Whatfix Cofounder Vara Kumar Namburu Takes Over As CEO
SaaS soonicorn Whatfix has appointed its cofounder Vara Kumar Namburu as chief executive, shortly after the unfortunate passing of cofounder
Business Wire India Recognised as MVT Facilitator of the Year and Most Transformative Medical Value Travel Company of the Year at Bharat Healths Sanjeevani 2026 With operations across 18+ countries and patients assisted from 50+ nationalities, Shinon is strengthening Indias role in global healthcare delivery Shinon Healthcare, Indias trusted medical-assistance and healthcare consultancy, has been [] The post Shinon Healthcare Receives Honors at Sanjeevani 2026 for Medical Value Travel Leadership, Advancing the Heal in India Vision appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Circolife Raises $4.5 Mn To Scale Subscription-Based Air Conditioning
Climatetech startup Circolife has netted $4.5 Mn (around 40.45 Cr) in a pre-Series A round led by Polycab Indias joint
International School of French Baking
Business Wire India Founded by Yash and Anishkaa Malpani, ISFBPis created to bring the breadth, technical depth and professional discipline of international French baking education to aspiring bakers in India. For Yash and Anishkaa Malpani, the idea for the International School of French Baking & Ptisserie did not begin in a classroom. It began [] The post International School of French Baking & Ptisserie Opens in Pune, Bringing International-Standard Baking Education to India appeared first on Startup Success Stories India - News & Updates for Indian Entrepreneurs .
Shiprocket reports consolidated net loss of Rs 13.71 crore in the June 2026 quarter
Sales rise 33.81% to Rs 592.09 crore
Stock Alert: Swiggy, Shiprocket, Neuland Lab, PNB Housing Finance
Shares of Inox Wind, Kaynes Technology, LIC Housing Finance and SAIL barred from fresh F&O positions on 7 September 2026.
Voice AI startup Navana.ai has raised 40 Cr ($4.2 Mn) in a Series A funding round led by existing investor
Ola Electric Wants More Money Barely three months after its 780 Cr QIP, Ola Electric is back again in the
D2C Luggage Brand Mokobara Bags
Travel and lifestyle brand Mokobara has raised 170 Cr (about $18 Mn) in a Series C funding round led by
FY26 Financial Tracker: Tracking The Financial Performance Of Indian Startups
The Indian startup ecosystem continued to mature in FY26, with 22 new-age tech companies making their public market debut as
Ola Electric Board Approves Fresh
Listed EV maker Ola Electrics board has approved a fresh fundraise of up to 1,500 Cr, three months after the
ESDS Listing Pushes New-Age Tech Stocks
The first week of September was marked by stake sales by institutional investors, fresh ESOP allotments, and continued momentum in
Indias startup funding market opened September on a softer note, extending its decline for a second straight week. Between August
OpenAI Rolls Out GPT-6 Astra, Its
OpenAI has launched GPT-6 Astra, its latest frontier model, in a bid to push into AI systems that can use
RentoMojo Files RHP, Uber India Axes 200 Jobs
RentoMojo Gears Up For IPO RentoMojo is just weeks away from its D-Street debut. The furniture and appliance rental startup
After turning profitable in the fiscal year FY25, furniture rental startup Furlenco saw its net profit for the fiscal year
PayPal cuts roughly 220 jobs in India as part of turnaround plan
PayPal is targeting $400 million in cost savings by year-end and at least $1.5 billion over the next two to three years
PayPal India Layoffs: Payments Giant Restructures Workforce Amid Global Job Cuts
PayPals latest India restructuring is raising fresh questions about job security, AI-driven efficiency and the future of tech employment.
Commerce Minister to inaugurate Pharma MachTech & LabNext Expo 2026 at Bharat Mandapam
Set to kick off on September 7, 2026, in Delhi, the Pharma MachTech & LabNext Expo 2026 aims to position India as a center of excellence for pharma machinery and lab equipment. During this significant event, industry pioneers and entrepreneurs will seek growth opportunities while attending various conferences discussing essential topics such as reshoring and the role of MSMEs.
Everstone Capital-Backed Wingify Ropes In Ex-Dayforce Mehernaz Dalal As CFO
SaaS major Wingify has appointed former Dayforce APAC CFO Mehernaz Dalal its new CFO, effective immediately. Dalal most recently has
Simple Energy Catches The Mass-Market Wave
After years of chasing premium and performance-focused buyers, EV startups are now setting their sights on the mass market. While
NCLT Orders Status Quo On BYJU
The NCLT has directed the resolution professional (RP) of BYJUS parent Think and Learn Pvt Ltd (TLPL) and successful bidder
PayPal layoffs: 600 jobs cut in India without prior notice, report says
PayPal layoffs jobs cut in India without prior notice report says
Flipkart enters micro-drama market, partners TTT, Pratilipi
Flipkart has partnered with Terribly Tiny Tales (TTT) and Nexus Venture Partners-backed Pratilipi, among others, to produce micro-dramas exclusively for the platform
Alpha Wave Sells Pine Labs Stake Worth
On a selling spree, Alpha Wave has now offloaded more than 3.5 Cr shares of fintech Pine Labs via a
iPhone 17 Pro available under Rs 87,000 on Flipkart, details inside
iPhone Pro available under Rs on Flipkart details inside
