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Platform fee creeps up again as Zomato and Swiggy test the market's price sensitivity

Days after Zomato raised its platform fee by 19%, rival Swiggy followed with a 17% increase, taking its per-order charge to Rs 17.58 from Rs 14.99.

24 Mar 2026 7:00 pm
From prototype to production: How developers can make agentic AI reliable

At DevSparks Pune 2026, Anannya Roy of AWS explained why observability, evaluation frameworks, and human oversight are essential to making autonomous AI systems production-ready.

24 Mar 2026 4:31 pm
6 Must-read books every history lover should explore

Discover six essential history books that offer deep insights into humanity, global events, and the forces that shape our world today.

24 Mar 2026 4:25 pm
RBI building more digital payments intelligence platforms to empower users

P Vasudevan, Executive Director of the Reserve Bank of India, stated that the central bank is considering deploying artificial intelligence to enhance customer journeys and automate grievance handling as digital transaction volumes continue to increase.

24 Mar 2026 3:49 pm
Solar finance platform Metafin raises $10M debt from Lendable

Metafin will utilise this funding to expand its financing portfolio for rural MSMEs and households.

24 Mar 2026 3:48 pm
5 powerful books that transformed the course of history

Discover five powerful books that changed history, shaped societies and influenced politics, science and human thought across generations.

24 Mar 2026 3:08 pm
You already know whats right. So why arent you doing it?

In a world full of opinions, Marcus Aurelius urges us to stop defining goodness and start living it through consistent choices and actions.

24 Mar 2026 3:01 pm
Meesho launches AI voice shopping assistant Vaani

Vaani will enable shoppers to use natural language to discover products, ask follow-up questions, and complete purchases, mimicking an offline shopping experience.

24 Mar 2026 2:57 pm
Wooden furniture in Pilibhit: A workshop trade shaped by material, process, and finish

Pilibhits wooden furniture units combine local sourcing, skilled workshops, and finishing precision to meet customised household and commercial demand.

24 Mar 2026 2:54 pm
Zari-zardozi in Unnao: A craft shaped by detail, process, and market rhythm

Unnaos zari-zardozi cluster blends tradition with structured production, delivering intricate embroidery for both bulk and premium markets.

24 Mar 2026 2:52 pm
Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (March 24, 2026)

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Tuesday, March 24, 2026.

24 Mar 2026 1:48 pm
Consumer AI startup Primetrace reports Rs 200 Cr EBITDA run rate

Primetrace reported an ARR of Rs 550 crore, a 50x growth in three years. rare profitable startup in Indias consumer app market, its portfolio of AI apps crossed 350 million in cumulative downloads.

24 Mar 2026 12:47 pm
How Tagbin turned an early bet on AR, VR, and AI into a Rs 250 Cr government-tech powerhouse

Founded in 2013 by three IIT Roorkee graduates, Tagbin uses AI and immersive technology like AR, VR, and holograms to help governments make smarter decisions and create engaging experiences for museums, exhibitions, and public spaces.

24 Mar 2026 12:31 pm
Fixing the air we breathe: how one founder built a new indoor air system using OpenAI tools

Abhinav Gupta moved from monitoring polluted air to engineering a system designed to fix it. OpenAIs tools helped accelerate the research, iteration, and design behind Breethrs approach to healthier indoor environments.

24 Mar 2026 12:17 pm
Quick food delivery startup Swish raises $38M in Series B funding round

The funding round was led by Hara Global and Bain Capital Ventures. Existing backer Accel also participated in the round, alongside debt investors Alteria Capital and Stride Ventures. This marks the companys third fundraise in 18 months.

24 Mar 2026 12:16 pm
Deeptech startup Pranos Fusion raises $6.8M in funding round co-led by Pi Ventures, Ankur Capital

Pranos Fusion will use the funding on advancing its technology stack, building out testing facilities, and hiring.

24 Mar 2026 11:50 am
RTP Global leads $6.2M bet on baby-focused quick commerce startup OZi

The Gurugram-based company looks to deepen its NCR presence as competition in niche quick commerce heats up.

24 Mar 2026 10:14 am
Gen Z spending behaviour signals Indias move from crisis borrowing to convenience credit

India is shifting from borrowing in moments of need to borrowing by default. As UPI, BNPL, and embedded finance blur the line between payments and credit, loans are becoming a seamless part of everyday spending.

24 Mar 2026 7:35 am
A portrait of womens lives; BIDSO bags funding

Shivani Sharmas debut work of poetry, Aparajita, was launched at SheSparks, YourStorys flagship event for women, at IIT Delhi last week. Design-led manufacturing platform BIDSO has raised Rs 63 crore in a Series A funding round led by Blume Ventures.

24 Mar 2026 7:30 am
CashKaro's Swati Bhargava talks ambition, health, and overcoming bias at SheSparks

At SheSparks, CashKaros Swati Bhargava shared her journey of building a Rs 600 crore business while battling kidney illness. She urged women to embrace vulnerability and never treat overworking as a badge of honor.

24 Mar 2026 7:10 am
NDTV alumni's Frammer AI wins ABS-CBN, ousts Wildmoka

When Suparna Singh and her co-founders left NDTV to build Frammer AI in 2023, the pitch was simple: media companies spend far too much time

23 Mar 2026 6:46 pm
Somerset Indus Capital Partners raises $288M in Fund III

The PE firm said Fund III will focus on addressing healthcare access gaps across Indias missing middle, particularly Tier II and Tier III markets.

23 Mar 2026 6:27 pm
Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (March 23, 2026)

ourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Monday, March 23, 2026.

23 Mar 2026 5:42 pm
Etawahs Everyday Weaves: A Loom Economy Driven by Daily-Use Textiles

In Uttar Pradeshs Etawah district, textile weaving is anchored in the steady demand for everyday-use fabrics rather than occasional or decorative

23 Mar 2026 5:33 pm
Zari-Zardozi of Shahjahanpur: Hand Embroidery Shaping Occasion Wear

In Uttar Pradeshs Shahjahanpur district, zari-zardozi work continues to define the local trade in occasion wear. The demand here is closely

23 Mar 2026 3:17 pm
Culture at scale: Building a sports team with a heart

In sport, every player has a role, and every role matters. The same is true in organisations. Organisational culture is the invisible operating system that shapes how decisions are made, how people show up, and how organisations endure, season after season.

23 Mar 2026 2:34 pm
Toy manufacturing platform BIDSO raises Rs 63 Cr in Series A led by Blume Ventures

Bengaluru-based manufacturing platform BIDSO has raised Rs 63 crore in a Series A round led by Blume Ventures. The fresh capital will be used to expand its global toy production and design capabilities amid the growing China+1 shift.

23 Mar 2026 1:04 pm
India puts its best startups forward in a push for global innovation clout

A high-profile gathering at the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay this week brought together investors, academics, and policymakers ahead of a planned international showcase in France.

23 Mar 2026 10:02 am
Curefoods takes on quick food delivery; a motivational AI fitness coach

As Curefoods heads toward a public listing, it is sharpening a clear playbook: scale proven brands, double down on Krispy Kreme, and expand its cloud kitchen footprint beyond metros.

23 Mar 2026 7:30 am
Inside Curefoods' strategy against quick food delivery and its bet on Krispy Kreme and other brands

As foodtech company Curefoods gears up for an IPO, it is keen to double down on doughnut chain Krispy Creme, expand its cloud-kitchen format, and scale new brands.

23 Mar 2026 6:30 am
Mirzapurs Brass Utensils: Sustaining Tradition Through Skilled Metal Craftsmanship

In Uttar Pradeshs Mirzapur district, brass utensils continue to hold relevance across both everyday use and ceremonial occasions.

22 Mar 2026 12:45 pm
Tribal Craft of Shravasti: Seasonal Craft Rooted in Home and Tradition

In Uttar Pradeshs Shravasti district, Tharu embroidery and allied craft practices operate within a rhythm shaped by household needs

22 Mar 2026 11:47 am
Custom Furniture in Bareilly: Where Design Briefs Turn into Built Spaces

In Uttar Pradeshs Bareilly district, custom furniture making has evolved into a project-driven industry, closely tied to residential interiors

22 Mar 2026 11:47 am
Talent and perspective: highlights from the Swar Sangam exhibition

In this photo essay, we feature glimpses from an ongoing exhibition at MKF Museum of Art.

22 Mar 2026 8:15 am
Data, AI, health: test your business creativity with Edition 224 of our weekly quiz!

This insightful feature from YourStory tests and strengthens your business acumen! Here are 5 questions to kick off this 224th quiz. Ready?

22 Mar 2026 7:35 am
Women in the age of AI; Weekend funding roundup

During her keynote speech at SheSparks, Neha Bagaria, Founder and CEO of HerKey, a career engagement for women, urged women to be involved in the building of the coming future where AI will play an increasingly essential part.

22 Mar 2026 7:30 am
Kannaujs Agarbatti (incense sticks) & Dhoopbatti (incense cones) Industry: Scaling Everyday Demand Through Efficient Production

In Uttar Pradeshs Kannauj district, agarbatti and dhoopbatti production forms a steady, consumption-driven industry rooted in everyday use.

21 Mar 2026 12:52 pm
Bahraichs Wheat Processing: From Mandi Grain to Everyday Staples Under ODOP

In Uttar Pradeshs Bahraich district, wheat processing forms a critical part of the local food economy, where grain sourced from nearby mandis

21 Mar 2026 12:52 pm
Bareillys Cane & Bamboo Craft: Reimagining Tradition Through Contemporary Design

Across hospitality spaces, contemporary homes, and design-led retail, cane and bamboo furniture is finding renewed relevance.

21 Mar 2026 12:51 pm