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Govt launches Rs 2.3-Cr startup programme to fast-track rooftop solar installation

This innovation challenge aims to identify and support breakthrough solutions for India's rooftop solar and distributed renewable energy ecosystem.

21 Jun 2025 2:15 pm
National Startup Awards 2025 Deadline Extended Submit Your Startup Now

Bringing more opportunities for Indias dynamic startup ecosystem, the National Startup Awards 5.0 has officially extended its application

21 Jun 2025 1:08 pm
Karnataka bike taxi riders rally at Vidhan Soudha, demand clear policy framework

According to rider associations, the ban has affected more than six lakh individuals who were dependent on bike taxi services for their primary income.

21 Jun 2025 12:17 pm
Sebi proposes guiding principles for responsible use of AI, ML in securities markets

At present, AI/ML is being used by market participants mainly for advisory and support services, risk management, client identification and monitoring, surveillance, pattern recognition, internal compliance purposes and cyber security.

21 Jun 2025 11:27 am
Riders dilemma without bike taxis; Cashing in on rare earth magnet supply

The Karnataka government has banned bike-taxis as they were deemed illegal under the Motor Vehicles Act. The state believes that private two-wheelers used for commercial rides fall outside the definition of transport vehicles.

21 Jun 2025 7:10 am
How AI could be the key to better data governance

The success of AI governance is intertwined with strong data governance. By reliably automating routine tasks and freeing human resources for more strategic work, AI can revolutionise data governance.

21 Jun 2025 7:00 am
[Weekly funding roundup June 14-20] VC inflow crashes to second lowest level for the year

Venture capital funding into Indian startups dropped to the second lowest level for the year till date. This is the fourth time that the total amount has fallen below $100 million level on a weekly basis.

20 Jun 2025 7:43 pm
Elevation Capital sells Rs 97 Cr Ixigo stake as Schroder buys in

Elevation Capital sold 5.4 million shares in online travel platform Ixigo Ltd. for Rs 97.4 crore on June 19, with international fund manager Schroder emerging as the buyer on the same day. The venture capital firm, formerly SAIF Partners, offloaded the shares at Rs 180.50 each through its SAIF Par

20 Jun 2025 5:49 pm
Swiggy pilots travel concierge and lifestyle management service Crew

With its entry into the travel and lifestyle concierge space, Swiggy looks to woo premium and ultra-luxury customers.

20 Jun 2025 4:36 pm
Commuters left stranded as Karnataka bike taxi ban wipes out cheap and convenient travel options

The bike taxi ban, which has reportedly affected over one lakh gig workers in Karnataka, was upheld starting from June 16 with no sight of reversal in the near term, despite push from bike taxi unions.

20 Jun 2025 4:35 pm
Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (June 20, 2025)

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Friday, June 20, 2025.

20 Jun 2025 3:29 pm
Indian companies rush to cash in on rare earth magnet supply gap as China tightens control

Companies that have been developing rare earth magnet free electric motors are taking center stage as the automotive sector panics over critical component supply.

20 Jun 2025 11:06 am
PM Modi Launches Rs.9,000 Cr Projects to Transform Bihars Future

Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his two-day multi-state tour with a pivotal visit to Bihar today, where he inaugurated and laid the foundation

20 Jun 2025 10:38 am
DPIIT and YourStory Sign MoU to Empower 1M Entrepreneurs Across Tier II, III and Rural India

In a landmark move to foster inclusive entrepreneurship and strengthen Indias grassroots startup ecosystem, the Department for Promotion

20 Jun 2025 9:52 am
Rising AQI highlights urgent need for industrial transformation and carbon capture technologies

To combat industrial pollution, India must shift toward cleaner technologies. While traditional end-of-pipe technologies offer some relief, long-term gains lie in systemic transformation.

20 Jun 2025 7:45 am
Decoding Freshworks AI-first strategy; AI boost for micro businesses

Freshworks CEO Dennis Woodside maps out how the SaaS firm doubled down on AI. ShopIQ is helping small and micro businesses launch and manage their digital storefronts. Industry leaders cheer SEBIs latest reforms which could quietly reshape how private capital flows.

20 Jun 2025 7:30 am
Heathcare x speed: This startup promises at-home doctor consultations within 20 minutes

Founded in 2023, Kyno Health has launched a Doctor at Home in 20 Minutes service across Delhi-NCR and Bengaluru, delivering certified physicians to patients doorsteps within minutes.

20 Jun 2025 7:20 am
GaNgs of deeptech: Why this startups GaN bet may be key to Indias semiconductor boom

IISc-incubated startup AGNIT Semiconductors is developing and manufacturing GaN-based semiconductors, challenging the countrys Silicon-based growth.

20 Jun 2025 7:00 am
Karnataka bike taxi group meets govt officials, demands ban reversal

The meeting follows Karnataka banning ride-hailing apps like Rapido and Uber from providing bike taxi services on their platforms.

19 Jun 2025 9:36 pm
Capillary Technologies refiles for IPO to raise Rs 430 Cr

The proceeds from the fresh issue will be directed towards cloud infrastructure and investment in product research and development.

19 Jun 2025 8:01 pm
Walmart expands supplier development programme in India, targets 1 lakh MSMEs by 2028

US-based retail giant Walmart will connect one lakh more MSMEs in the next three years to its supplier development programme in India, a company official said here on Thursday. The programme, Walmart Vriddhi, has partnered with Ideas to Impact Foundation (i2i), which will enable more MSMEs to expa

19 Jun 2025 6:33 pm
Designing for impact: How Atlassian is shaping the future of team collaboration

What makes Atlassian a dream destination for designers in India? A thriving design culture built on mentorship, ownership, and global collaboration. In this exclusive feature, Divye Bokdia, Head of Design, India at Atlassian, shares how Atlassians India Design team is simplifying complexity, scalin

19 Jun 2025 3:37 pm
Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (June 19, 2025)

YourStory presents daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Thursday June 19, 2025.

19 Jun 2025 3:20 pm
EV startup Okinawa receives a shot in the arm, raises Rs 60 Cr

The fundraise comes as the company looks to navigate funding troubles, thinning market share, and plunging revenues after being sent notices by the government for misusing subsidies given to EV-makers.

19 Jun 2025 2:17 pm
Amazon India to invest $233M to expand its operations infrastructure

Amazon India is set to invest $233 million to expand its operations and fullfillment networks as quick commerce space heats up further with new entrants.

19 Jun 2025 1:29 pm
Zippyy.ai leverages AI agents to rebuild the fragmented logistics sector

By leveraging self-learning agentic AI, Zippyy.ai is hoping to unite the fragmented logistics sector and provide a seamless experience to the customer.

19 Jun 2025 1:29 pm
Honasa Consumer grants ESOPs worth Rs 1.6 Cr

Earlier this week Honasa Consumer appointed Yatish Bhargava as its new chief business officer to lead sales and omnichannel growth.

19 Jun 2025 11:40 am
Mahaveer Finance bags Rs 200 Cr from Elevation Capital, BanyanTree, First Bridge

The company will use the funding to deepen its presence across South India, expand its technology infrastructure, and improve access to formal credit for small entrepreneurs currently reliant on informal moneylenders.

19 Jun 2025 11:20 am
FM urges fintechs to tackle digital arrests, deepfakes, and cyber fraud

Speaking at the Digital Payments Awards 2025 ceremony, the minister credited fintechs with helping speed up financial inclusion and taking the payment system to even the far-flung areas of the country.

19 Jun 2025 10:04 am
From local lanes to digital domains: How ShopIQ is helping small businesses use AI

Shopify speaks code. ShopIQ speaks Hindi, and thats whats changing the game for Indias micro businesses.

19 Jun 2025 9:45 am
Sebi clears path for reverse-flipping startups with ESOP relaxation

Under the existing regulations, promoters are ineligible to hold or be granted share-based benefits, including ESOPs.

19 Jun 2025 9:43 am
Urban Company turns profitable; Bringing tech to fish farming

Urban Company reported a net profit of Rs 239.8 crore in FY25. Corel Lifecare develops advanced bio-formulations to help aquafarmers. Central Square Foundation is helping strengthen early education through systemic reform.

19 Jun 2025 7:30 am
How cold chain logistics strengthens Indias food security amid climate change

Climate change is reshaping the landscape of agriculture in India. The country is grappling with rising temperatures, erratic rainfall, and increasingly frequent extreme weather events such as droughts, floods, and heat waves.

19 Jun 2025 7:25 am
How Corel Lifecare is empowering Indian fish farmers through technology

Corel Lifecare specialises in developing advanced bio-formulations to help aquafarmers. The startup is currently engaging over 3,000 farmers monthly across seven states.

19 Jun 2025 6:45 am
NODWIN partners with Chess.com and ChessBase India to scale competitive chess in India

The companies plan to launch original intellectual properties, professional leagues, creator-led formats, and brand collaborations focused on chess.

18 Jun 2025 6:07 pm
Vodafone partners with SpaceX rival AST SpaceMobile for satcom service on smartphones

AST SpaceMobile is building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network accessible directly by smartphones, designed for both commercial and government applications.

18 Jun 2025 5:49 pm
Zoho rolls out Zia Hubs, strengthening its AI roadmap

Zia Hubs is a foundational element of Zoho's long-term AI strategy, laying the groundwork for a future where intelligent agents can act contextually on content across the company's entire product suite.

18 Jun 2025 5:40 pm
Ola rolls out zero commission rides pan-India following rivals Rapido, Uber

The ride-hailing startup is one of the latest companies to switch to a zero commission model, which has been widely adopted in the segment.

18 Jun 2025 4:20 pm
OnePlus partners with Optiemus Electronics to manufacture IoT devices in India

OnePlus IoT offerings include True Wireless Stereo products and wireless neckbands. The local production of the OnePlus Bullets Wireless Z3 neckband has begun.

18 Jun 2025 3:57 pm
Why can't Apple leave China?

Apple might diversify a few assembly lines, but the beating heart of its manufacturing empire still belongs to China. For nowand likely, for a long time to come.

18 Jun 2025 3:25 pm
Arrival Fallacy- Why Promotions Aren't It?

Think that next big win will finally make you happy? Discover why true fulfillment lies in the journeynot just the destination.

18 Jun 2025 3:24 pm
Avaana Capital makes first withdrawal from Green Climate Funds $24.5M commitment

The investment was anchored by the Small Industries Development Bank of India and is doing this with oversight from Indias Department of Financial Services

18 Jun 2025 2:36 pm
B2B maintenance services startup CLR Facility Services bags $15M from BII to expand workforce

With this capital infusion, CLR plans to more than double its workforce to 50,000 employees over the next five to seven years.

18 Jun 2025 2:29 pm
Startup news and updates: daily roundup (June 18, 2025)

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Wednesday, June 18, 2025.

18 Jun 2025 1:32 pm
7 powerful lessons from 'Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway'

Discover 7 powerful life lessons from Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway that will help you face fear, build confidence, and take bold steps forward.

18 Jun 2025 1:25 pm
Physis Capital raises Rs 200 Cr plus for maiden fund

Physis Capital aims to invest in 15-20 startups across the stages of pre-Series A and Series B.

18 Jun 2025 1:12 pm
Techfino raises Rs 65 Cr from Stellaris Venture Partners and Saison Capital

Techfino, a Bengaluru-based non-banking financial company (NBFC), has secured Rs 65 crore in funding from Stellaris Venture Partners and Saison Capital to ramp up its secured lending operations for underserved micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in India. The fresh capital will be used to

18 Jun 2025 12:51 pm
Google steps up fight against online fraud and deepfakes with Safety Charter for India

According to Google, the charter is a blueprint for tackling the online world's new challenges collaboratively with the wider ecosystem.

18 Jun 2025 12:26 pm
Urban Company posts first full-year profit, revenue jumps 38% ahead of IPO

The home services platform reported a net profit of Rs 239.8 crore in FY25, compared to a net loss of Rs 92.7 crore the previous year, as operational revenue and other income saw strong year-on-year growth.

18 Jun 2025 11:49 am
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