This AI-based telehealth startup is providing a platform to enable healthcare
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[App Friday] Kayak co-founders new podcast discovery service aims to be the
Podcast discovery app Moonbeam wants to help listeners find new and lesser-known podcasts through a TikTok-style swipeable
How private players can be a co-traveler in Indias space journey; contribute to
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YourStory launches Brands of India initiative to power India's D2C economy
YourStory will unveil Brands of India an initiative to bring together brand builders, D2C startups, investors, corporates,
PM Modi, West Bengal CM Mamata, SII CEO Adar Poonawalla On Time Magazine's 100
The list also includes US President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, Chinese President Xi Jinping, former US
Uttar Pradesh: Pay 50% For A Rural Project And Get It Named As Per Your Wish
The Uttar Pradesh government has launched a scheme under which any person who can bear 50 percent of the project cost can
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Cardiac Design Labs, Inflection Point Ventures and Breathe Well-being come together for YourStorys panel discussion on the
India Ranks Last Among 40 Countries In Helping Poor Nations: Study
In the latest edition of the Commitment to Development Index, which checks the countries' policies that aid the development
Focus On Preventative Measures To Control Vector-Borne Diseases: Centre To
In a letter to chief secretaries and administrators of all states and UTs, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare Secretary
Flipkart targets to reach 4.2 lakh sellers, MSMEs on its platform by December
Ecommerce giant Flipkart has already onboarded over 75,000 sellers over the last few months and it has seen strong
Founded by Jyoti Bansal, Harness acquires cloudtech startup Lightwing
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Deepika Padukone, Virat Kohli continue to invest in new-age companies
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78 % Increase In Environment-Related Offences In 2020, Says NCRB Data
Environment-related offences include violations of the Forest Act, the Forest Conservation Act, the Wild Life (Protection)
[Funding alert] Fintech startup 4Fin raises pre-seed round of $1.1M
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Crime Against Women Lowest In Coimbatore, Chennai: NCRB Data 2020
Coimbatore and Chennai have the lowest crime rate against women in the country, according to the latest NCRB Report 2020
Edtech companies have an unlikely competitor: schools
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'BJP MLA Anil Upadhyay' Thrashes A Policeman? Old Video Shared With False Claim
The accused who thrashes the Policeman in the viral video is BJP corporator Manish Chaudhary not BJP MLA Anil Upadhyay as
Over 50 Lakh Unorganised Workers Register On E-Shram Portal: All You Need To
The portal is termed as a game-changer which was launched under the directions of Prime Minister Narendra Modi last month.
[Funding alert] BNPL fintech startup Paytail raises $1.5M in seed round
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Among Hill States, Uttarakhand Records Maximum Rape, Child Abuses Cases: Report
Among the cases reported under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act in 2020, Uttarakhand was at the
Kerala HC Allows Minor Rape Victim To Abort 26-Week-Old Foetus
The Kerala High Court has permitted termination of pregnancy of a minor rape victim after 26 weeks, at her own risk. It said
Edtech decacorn BYJU's continues acquisition spree; acquires coding platform
The edtech giant BYJU'S has acquired another US-based edtech startup Tynker. The edtech decacorn aims to further strengthen
The Need Of Protecting Ozone Layer Amid Growing Climatic Concerns
On September 16, the world celebrates International Day for the preservation of the Ozone layer. It is a fragile shield of
[Funding alert] Pine Labs raises $100M from Invesco Developing Markets Fund
Singapore-based fintech startup Pine Labs counts Sequoia Capital, Temasek Holdings, Actis, Mastercard, and PayPal as its
Clip Of Temple Demolition In Karnataka Shared Targetting DMK Led Tamil Nadu
A clip of the demolition of a temple in Karnataka following a Supreme Court order, is shared with a false claim that a temple
A recent conference by Goethe-Institut Chennai highlights why peeling back the layers of masculinity is key to conversations
These families lost kin to manual scavenging decade ago, but no sign of
Manual Scavenging In Telangana, sixteen families are yet to receive the promised compensation of Rs 10 lakh after the death
After Raids At Sonu Sood's Office, IT Sleuths Descend At His Residence In
Officials raided six locations linked to the actor on Wednesday, September including the office of his charity based at his
[Funding alert] After two years in stealth, ex-InMobi team launches fintech
Fintech startup Bright Money helps people take better financial decisions, reduce debt, and build wealth. The AI-powered
Medical, Paramedical Students Will Be Able To Study Course In Hindi: MP Govt
Opposition parties condemned the ruling government's move, alleging them playing with students' future, highlighting the
The secret to wooing mobile-first customers is self-service. Heres why
In an engaging fireside chat during Freshworks RE:SOLVE summit, startup leaders deep-dive into how brands can woo the mobile-
My Story: 'We All Have Certain Social Responsibility, One Should Be Ready To
Karishma Chaudhary has taken the initiative to teach her domestic help's daughter till her school resumes. Chanda could not
How cloud, data and AI are aiding mobility and logistics startups address the
Indias mobility and logistics sector has been among the top sectors that have been hit hardest by the COVID-19 pandemic. The
Learn cloud strategies for the apps of tomorrow at the Future Ready
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[Funding alert] AI-powered SaaS company Bidgely raises $26M from Moore
The funding reinforces Bidgely's expansion of AI-powered smart meter data analytics solutions to international markets,
[Funding alert] SaaS startup eShipz raises $700K led by IAN, Axilor
Bengaluru-based SaaS startup eShipz will utilise the funding led by Indian Angel Network to enhance its tech capabilities and
Ola Electric sells scooters worth over Rs 600 Cr on day one
Ola Electric had postponed its electric scooter's sale process to September 15 as it faced echnical difficulties in making
[Funding alert] Liquor startup Boutique Spirit Brands raises Rs 80Cr in equity
Mumbai-based liquor startup Boutique Spirit Brands said the fresh capital infusion will help it launch new products and
10X in 10 years: Preparing for the rise of value e-commerce in India
Anyone who has ever created products for the Indian consumer knows how heavily value underscores purchase decisions in India
Over 20M viewers in India streaming YouTube on TVs, consumption of Indic
The Google-owned platform also highlighted that a growing number of YouTube viewers prefer watching content in Indic
India Saw 214% Rise In Fake News, Rumour Cases in 2020: Report
The country was also the largest producer of social media misinformation on COVID-19. A study analysed 9,657 pieces from 138
How Coursera plans to expand business in India
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Crime Cases Decrease By 2 Lakh; Clashes, Riots Surge In Year Of Lockdown: NCRB
According to the latest data on Crime in India released by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB), there has been an
AWS Toppr School OS Webinar: Challenges, changes and capabilities of hybrid
With school closures and learning loss across the world, its safe to say that the coronavirus pandemic has created the
What are the critical IPO risks that startups need to consider before going
The increasing awareness of shareholders rights coupled with stringent IPO norms and the entry of various trading brokerage
Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (September 16, 2021
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Why online extracurricular startup Kyt acquired Vimeo creator Zach Klien's DIY.
Kyt, the extracurricular startup backed by Sequoia India Capital's Surge, has acquired Vimeo creator Zach Klien's DIY.org.
18 months and counting pandemic resilience insights from authors at the
Speakers at the Bangalore Business Literature Festival share insights on the mindset, approaches, and tactics of resilience
[Funding alert] Jobs platform apna enters unicorn club after raising $100M
Apna plans to use the new funds to further strengthen its presence in the 28 cities it is operational in and expand pan-India
Tata CLiQ Luxury teams up with Kalki Koechlin to give shoppers a taste of finer
In 2020, online sales accounted for almost half of smartphones and about one-fifth of apparel sales in India. The numbers
[Jobs Roundup] Work for workforce management tech startup BetterPlace with
BetterPlace provides full-stack workforce management solutions to 1,000+ enterprises, offering the flexibility to hire and
What is Bitcoin? BTC origins, transactions, and other key features explained
Read to find out 10 key features of Bitcoin and why it has emerged as one of the most attractive investment options in the
This Ahmedabad-based startup is developing non-invasive device for diagnosing
Founded in 2013, Bioscan Research has developed a point-of-care screening device to screen patients for diagnosing brain
Why did this IIT Bombay alum decide to start in the yoga and wellness space
Eka app helps users to build a strong personal practice to learn hatha yoga, pranayama (breathing exercises), yoga nidra,
[Startup Bharat] How Indore-based VOSO is turning small retailers into e-
The startup converts a retail store into an all-inclusive center (VOSO) for a variety of e-services like travel bookings,
This ex-Amazonians edtech startup is building the Just Dial for schools along
Edtech startup Kriyo offers a school management app that has gained 2,700 customers in 102 countries. It is beta-testing a
Josh Talks Manish Pandey talks about his journey as a startup mentor and
Startup mentor Manish Pandey from Josh Talks has always liked helping young people who have the zeal to do beyond others
Why brand positioning is the way forward for D2C brands
From doubling marketing budgets to launching different product ranges, D2C brands have entered the brand building process in
[Funding alert] Healthtech startup Ayu Health raises $6.3M from Vertex Ventures
Bengaluru-based healthtech startup Ayu Health will use the funds to expand its hospital network and technology solutions
Barack Obama tells how he's creating the next generation of leaders with Obama
From President to startup founder, Barack Obama believes that the young generation is going to be made of leaders,
Barack Obama on why it makes good business sense to focus on green and clean
Barack Obama, 44th President of the United States of America spoke to Hande ilingir, Co-founder and CEO, Insider about
Barack Obama's 4 key leadership lessons for startup founders
At Reshape 2021 summit, President Barack Obama in Conversation with Hande Cilingir, Co-founder and CEO, Insider spoke on key
The First Voice For State Autonomy: Remembering Anna On His 110th Birth
CN Annadurai served as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu only for two years but is still remembered for his reforms, his
Video Of Cow Vigilante Arrested For Extortion In UP Shared With A False Claim
While sharing the video, the netizens are criticizing Ashok Gehlot led Congress government for harassing Hindu saints. The
[Funding alert] Gaming startup Awon GameZ raises $2M in seed round
Gaming startup Awon GameZ will use the capital for growth-related activities such as market expansion and hiring of talent
Climate Change And Global Hunger: The Link Is Clear
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Sequoia-backed Truecaller to list on NASDAQ Stockholm; looks to raise $116M via
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Playbook for building iconic D2C brands of India by Kanwaljit Singh
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Govt Restricts Funding Of 10 Foreign NGOs Working For Child Rights,
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Heres why angel investments can be beneficial for emerging businesses
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Ahead of festive season, Flipkart strengthens supply chain network to create
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Temperature Crossing 50 Degree Mark Becoming Frequent: Study
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After 25 Years, Women Reservation Bill Still Far From Reality In India
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[Funding alert] Sonu Nigam, Whiteboard Capital lead seed round in music
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Insurtech platform BimePe shuts down; founder announces focus on new product
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Did Kerala Police Stop Hindus From Celebrating Ganeshotsav? No, Viral Claim Is
A video of police removing a Ganesha idol is viral on social media with a claim that in Kerala, Hindus are not allowed to
Annual Crime Rate Rises By 28% Since Pandemic Began: Report
The report by the Centre for Monitoring Indian Economy(CMIE) data mentioned that the annual crime rate saw a steep rise of 28
How Intel Startup Program powered SimYogs plan to drive impact in the
Unlike 20 years ago, around 50 percent of a cars structure today is made of electric and electronic components and not
[Funding Alert] Student loan provider Prodigy Finance raises a total of $750M
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Enable workplace autonomy to attract and retain talent in the new normal
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Centre Allots Rs 496 Cr To Fund Machinery For Reducing Stubble Burning, Air
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India's biggest lender, SBI bans traders from using its UPI to buy/sell crypto
India's largest public lender, State Bank of India told payment processors to disable its UPI on cryptocurrency trading
[Funding Alert] Warehouse discovery and leasing platform Godamwale raises $1M
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Run up to IPO: PharmEasy on hiring, new appointments, and acquisitions
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[Funding alert] Edtech startup Tinkerly raises Rs 6.5 Cr led by Navneet
Tinkerly will use the funding in product development, increase consumer awareness, and expanding in new geographies with
Unicorns of 2021: Esports platform MPL becomes the latest entrant to $1B club;
We are in the ninth month of 2021, and the Indian startup ecosystem already has 25 new unicorns, surpassing the projected
[Funding alert] Esports platform MPL enters unicorn club with Series E
Esports unicorn MPL will use the funds to finance its global expansion, invest in its home-grown technology, and drive