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India's energy storage gap is crowded with incumbents. The real whitespace sits on the demand side of the grid, and it is almost entirely unbuilt.

Three platforms -- WhatsApp, Telegram and Signal -- had come under regulatory glare after the government issued notices on the controversial username feature, that essentially allows people on the messaging platforms to communicate without sharing their phone numbers.

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Monday, July 13, 2026.

Ask most people what business Delta Air Lines is in, and they'll say the obvious thing: flying planes. That answer is increasingly incomplete.

Bharti Airtel has announced Rs 20,000-crore investment in non-banking financial company Airtel Money while its data centre Nxtra recently raised $1 billion (about Rs 9,500 crore) as part of its plan to build 1 gigawatt capacity.

Childhood friends Rahul Singhal and Anshul Khullar have founded Corumm to make mental wellbeing a habit through membership-based meditation studios, blending traditional practices with modern delivery methods.

At MSME Sparks 2026, Aparna Thyagarajan, Co-founder and Chief Product Officer of Shobitam, explained why Indian craft no longer needs to adapt to global tastes, and why the world is now adapting to it.

At MSME Sparks 2026, Misha Sharma of Dvara Research explained why India's nano enterprises remain locked away from formal credit, and outlined three policy shifts that could bring millions of invisible businesses into the financial system.

ElasticRun has rewritten the logistics rulebook of logistics as it no longer depends on a hub-and-spoke model, and has instead has created a network that fulfills deliveries faster. AI-powered platform Tsenta helps candidates apply to hundreds of roles in Fortune 500 companies in minutes.

Fynd's Ragini Varma explains how AI can help India's MSMEs automate retail operations, improve efficiency, and grow without adding staff.

Speaking at MSME Sparks 2026, Raman Khanduja of Mintoak said the next opportunity for banks lies in using payment data to improve MSME credit, cash flow, and business growth.

This insightful feature from YourStory tests and strengthens your business acumen! Here are 5 questions to kick off this 240th quiz. Ready?

In this photo essay, we feature more exhibition highlights from this popular Bengaluru art gallery, and curator insights.

In her book Rootless and Restless, author Shivya Nath reflects on how her travel experiences reshaped her understanding of home, freedom, and herself. In other news, Indian startups raised just $107 million in the second week of July, marking the second straight week of muted funding activity.

In 2017, when much of India's music industry was chasing the young, app-native streaming user, one product went firmly the other way.

At MSME Sparks 2026, Srivardhini Jha, IIM-Bs Chairperson of Entrepreneurship, said MSMEs must pair traditional strengths with digital fluency, stronger data practices, and an entrepreneurial mindset to stay competitive.

Recur Club founder Eklavya Gupta explains how MSMEs can choose between debt, equity, and alternative financing based on business needs.

In this photo essay, we feature more highlights from a group show at India Habitat Centre in New Delhi, and curator insights.

Tech30 alumni include companies such as Freshworks, Chargebee, Juspay, Innovaccer, Capillary, Skyroot, Pixxel, Qure.ai, Addverb, Hasura, Digantara, Apna, Onsurity, and DeepSource.

For enterprises across major cities, AI agents are no longer a future ambition. They are being woven into day-to-day operations. Meanwhile, human hiring remains subject to rigorous controls: background checks, offer letters, EPFO onboarding, role definitions, and clear reporting lines.

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Indian startups raised just $107 million in the second week of July, marking the second straight week of muted funding activity. While investors continue to back sectors such as deeptech and AI, the absence of large-ticket deals has kept overall venture inflows subdued.

According to SEBIs processing status report dated July 10, observations on Zetwerks pre-filed draft offer document were issued during the week on July 9.

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Friday, July 10, 2026.

Aukera will use this funding for growth related activities which include opening of new stores, invest in design and strengthening of its omnichannel network

YourStory's Tech30 programme returns for 2026, inviting early-stage deeptech startups from across India to apply for a place in this year's cohort, set to be unveiled at TechSparks 2026.

Deep discounts alone may no longer drive festive sales, with efficient inventory planning and faster deliveries emerging as key differentiators, according to Fynd.

At MSME Sparks 2026, Wilma Rodrigues, Chief Transformation Officer at Saahas Zero Waste, explained why circular business models will define the next decade of waste management in India.

TCS net profit was Rs 13,349 crore, while revenue rose 13.9% to Rs 72,275 crore; Fundamentum's new fund aims to invest in the range of Rs 100-150 crore in each growth stage startups cutting across sectors.

The last mile delivery of logistics in India is now focused on speed and ElasticRun is geared up to fulfill this growing demand with its tech stack emerging as the key differentiator.

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Known for his founder-first approach and passion for deeptech, Agarwal was remembered by founders, investors, and peers for his mentorship and lasting impact on early-stage startups.

The new fund aims to invest in the range of Rs 100-150 crore in each growth stage startups cutting across sectors.

Artificial intelligence (AI) presents an opportunity to transition beyond routine work, with automation expected to handle lower-order functions while humans focus on higher-value roles.

With the increasing use of AI in various areas, there is also a need to provide reskilling and upskilling opportunities for graduates.

The report, Redseer India IPO Report: 2026, said the country currently has around 210 new-age companies that are IPO-ready over the next 24 months, identified through an assessment of 1,400 firms.

Industries, Commerce and Public Enterprises Minister Bimal Borah tabled The Assam Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (Facilitation of Establishment and Operation) Bill, 2026, which seeks to replace the 2020 Act governing the sector.

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Thursday, July 9, 2026.

Launching the policy at the Mahatma Mandir Convention Centre here, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel said the initiative will make Gujarat the country's preferred destination for data centres and further strengthen its digital economy.

The mobile gaming market is witnessing stronger monetisation with higher smartphone penetration, digital payments and consumer engagement.

Qikink Bets on India's Creator Economy with a Free Branded Store that Handles Everything for Creators Qikink launches free creator store to power Indias merchandise economy Print-on-demand platform Qikinks new Creator Store lets influencers and digital creators sell branded merchandise without

IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw had directed MeitY officials to summon Meta over Instagram ads allegedly promoting child sexual abuse material; the ministry demanded an explanation and information from the company on action that had been taken.

WhatsApp's response to the Centre's notice over its proposed username feature is due today, as the government examines concerns that the feature could fuel impersonation, phishing, and online fraud before deciding on its rollout in India.

For small business owners across India, getting online used to mean months of effort and money they didn't have. AI has changed the math entirely.

By Vikram Subburaj, CEO, Giottus.com Startups are buying capability, integrating wallets, and preparing for bank-partnered digital currency use cases. And blockchain is helping them build the verification, ownership, and settlement layers that make digital finance easier to trust. Indias fintech

Highlighting the role of government-industry collaboration, the CEA said the Union Budget has addressed a long-pending industry demand by simplifying and expanding the transfer pricing safe harbour regime for GCCs.

At DevSparks Bengaluru 2026, AWS Developer Advocate Ashita Prasad walked developers through building a fully functional, production-ready AI agent from scratch using Strands Agents, an open source SDK built to close the gap between knowing and shipping.

Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar chaired KATALYST CONNECT with 150+ GCC leaders in Bengaluru, reaffirming Karnataka's push for 500 new GGCs

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