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2 Skills to master to thrive in the AI-driven job market

Discover the top 2 fastest-growing skills that can increase salaries in 2025. Stay ahead in your career with these essential abilities.

19 Jan 2025 5:05 pm
Fall back in love with books: 4 must-reads for 2025

Struggling to get back into reading? Discover 4 captivating books in 2025 that will reignite your passion and keep you turning pages.

19 Jan 2025 3:10 pm
5 Reasons why you always stay unhappy and how to overcome it

Explore the 5 key reasons why you always stay unhappy, understand their impact, and learn how to break free from these patterns for a more fulfilling life.

19 Jan 2025 1:20 pm
Indian mobility market to grow 2X to surpass $600B by 2030: Google-BCG report

Share of four-wheeler EVs is expected to grow in the range of 15-17% by FY30 from 2.2% in FY24

19 Jan 2025 11:46 am
Design and dignity how Project Tarasha empowers rural craftpreneurs

In this photo essay from the Bangalore International Centre, we showcase rural crafts and entrepreneurs along with founder insights.

19 Jan 2025 11:43 am
Must-watch TED Talks for a personal transformation in 2025

Explore 8 powerful TED Talks that inspire, motivate, and guide you toward meaningful changes, helping you thrive personally and professionally in 2025.

19 Jan 2025 11:40 am
AI, agriculture, delivery: test your business creativity with Edition 171 of our weekly quiz!

This insightful feature from YourStory tests and strengthens your business acumen! Here are 5 questions to kick off this 171st quiz. Ready?

19 Jan 2025 10:53 am
Mobility startup Rapido set to expand to 500 cities

Rapido is also looking to enter new states including Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand and others, it said at the Bharat Mobility Expo 2025.

19 Jan 2025 10:50 am
Maha Kumbhs mega celebrations; Exploring Copenhagens canals

The Maha Kumbh 2025 offers snapshots of penance, perseverance, and unwavering faith. Copenhagens waterways offer an unusual vantage point to the citys history and culture. Cajsa delivers classic cuisines from across the globe with an emphasis on simplicity.

19 Jan 2025 7:30 am
The impact of electric vehicles on urban planning and infrastructure

The rise of electric vehicles (EVs) is pivotal in shaping transportation policies, influencing urban development decisions, and improving infrastructural design quality.

19 Jan 2025 7:25 am
10 Most Inspiring Quotes from Books and Renowned Authors

Discover 10 powerful and inspiring quotes from timeless books and famous authors that will motivate, uplift, and resonate with your soul.

18 Jan 2025 6:25 pm
The 3 types of hobbies that will help you thrive in life

Discover the three essential types of hobbiescreative, physical, and income-generatingthat can boost your well-being and success in life.

18 Jan 2025 5:40 pm
100X.VC invests $2.7M in 18 startups for its 12th cohort

With the completion of this cohort, the firm now has a total of 180 investments since the launch of the fund in 2019.

18 Jan 2025 4:23 pm
Paytm allots 2.03 lakh stock options to ESOP pool

The Vijay Shekhar Sharma-led company has approved at least three rounds of ESOPs in recent months.

18 Jan 2025 2:19 pm
Honasa allots more than 45,000 stock options to ESOP pool

The allotment comes two months after the company lost its unicorn status amid media reports of credit backlog and unsold stock.

18 Jan 2025 1:56 pm
Serendipity Arts Festivals 10th edition will scale up even further

In this photo essay series from Goa, we showcase stunning highlights from the Serendipity Arts Festivals ninth edition, along with creator insights.

18 Jan 2025 10:08 am
D2C cos join offline legacy brands; The story of a new Assam

Several brands in the D2C beauty and personal care segment are exploring strategic options, including Wow Skin Science, which is reportedly seeking buyers at $250 million, down from its previous $400 million valuation.

18 Jan 2025 7:30 am
Grest wants to show that refurbished phones can be as good as new

The Gurugram-based startup, which sells refurbished smartphones and laptops, promises topnotch quality and performance at affordable prices.

18 Jan 2025 6:30 am
[Weekly funding roundup Jan 11-17] VC inflows continue to rise steadily

The Indian startup ecosystem is witnessing a steady increase in venture capital funding with the early stage segment leading the way.

17 Jan 2025 10:40 pm
Zomato infuses Rs 500 Cr into Blinkit for expansion and growth

The latest infusion comes after Zomato raised Rs 8,500 crore through a Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP) in November 2024.

17 Jan 2025 6:51 pm
WazirX freezes first tranche of stolen funds worth $3M USDT

The announcement comes days after a joint statement from the US, South Korea, and Japan governments, which attributes the cyberattack to North Korean hackers.

17 Jan 2025 4:34 pm
Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (Jan 17, 2024)

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Friday, Jan 17, 2024.

17 Jan 2025 3:39 pm
MoEVing acquires Euler Motors EVonGO to strengthen fleet operations, expansion

The acquisition expands MoEVing fleet by 30% and strengthens expansion into cities including Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad.

17 Jan 2025 2:55 pm
Google Partners with Indian Start-Up Varaha for Largest Biochar Deal Ever!

In a groundbreaking move for climate action, tech giant Google has inked its largest biochar carbon removal agreement to date with Indian start-up Varaha.

17 Jan 2025 2:52 pm
Zepto triples annualised GOV to $3B in eight months ahead of IPO

Zepto's revenue for FY24 increased by two-fold to Rs 4,454 crore, from Rs 2,025 crore earned in the previous fiscal year.

17 Jan 2025 2:33 pm
This Company Has Built the World's Largest Vacuum to Remove Air Pollution

In the fight against climate change, innovative technologies are emerging to reduce atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO). This Company Has Built the World's

17 Jan 2025 2:30 pm
One Point One Solutions to acquire US healthcare co for $45M to boost global expansion

The Mumbai-based company, without revealing the name of the target firm, stated that the acquisition will help expand its global presence and service portfolio.

17 Jan 2025 2:26 pm
SaaS provider Netradyne secures $90M in Series D funding to expand footprint

Fleet safety SaaS provider Netradyne plans to use fundraise for R&D investment, global expansion and to enhance its go-to-market investments.

17 Jan 2025 2:14 pm
India Joins the Elite League with SpaDeX's Space Docking Milestone

On January 16, 2025, India achieved yet another significant milestone in space technology with the successful execution of the SpaDeX...

17 Jan 2025 2:00 pm
Making roads safer: Dacio banks on AI-powered dash cams to prevent accidents

Dacio's preventative incident road safety products enable business across sectors to re-imagine transport and logistics.

17 Jan 2025 1:10 pm
KRAFTON to boost investment in first-party games production

The company is also targeting expanding its publishing volume and optimising resource allocation to achieve its mid-to-long term objectives.

17 Jan 2025 12:38 pm
Scale or sale: D2C brands feel the FMCG pull as consolidation in the sector grows

Minimalist and Wow Skin Science are among the latest digital-first brands either seeking or having already been acquired by traditional FMCG companies aiming to expand their portfolios with niche, youth-focused brands.

17 Jan 2025 11:23 am
From PUMA to PVMA: A marketing masterstroke worth studying

PUMA's bold rebrand to PVMA celebrates PV Sindhu and marks its entry into the badminton market, sparking buzz and setting a 2025 marketing benchmark.

17 Jan 2025 10:31 am
Country cannot afford to take cyber security resources from even friendly nations: IT Secretary

During a roundtable with startups organised by Start-up Policy Forum, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (Meity), Secretary S Krishnan said the funding of startups especially in growth and later stage is crucial for entities in the deeptech space.

17 Jan 2025 10:26 am
Did The Simpsons predict a global internet blackout?

Did The Simpsons predict a global internet outage on January 16, 2025? Heres the truth behind the viral shark cable theory and the AI-generated hoax.

17 Jan 2025 10:17 am
India to cross 900M internet users by 2025 led by rural areas

According to the Internet in India 2024 report by Kantar and IAMAI, the number of active internet users in India has reached 886 million.

17 Jan 2025 10:12 am
In conversation with Freshworks Dennis Woodside; Meet SuperOps new VP of Sales

Freshworks CEO Dennis Woodside discusses the companys India, bets on AI, and lessons from the founder. SuperOps brings in ex-Freshworks exec Javeeth Ahamed as VP of Sales. Indian startups clocked in around $131 billion in funding since the launch of the Startup India mission in 2016.

17 Jan 2025 7:30 am
These images were created using mathematical equations only!

In a mesmerizing blend of art and mathematics, a research student from University College London (UCL) has recently gained widespread...

16 Jan 2025 9:51 pm
The Mystery of the Blue Sun: Solved After 200 Years

In 1831, a baffling celestial phenomenon left humanity questioning the heavens: the sun turned blue. This eerie spectacle, visible...

16 Jan 2025 9:51 pm
Why Americans Still Build Wooden Homes: A Fire That Sparked a Debate

In the aftermath of a devastating fire in Los Angeles, a rare concrete house stood unscathed amidst the ruins, prompting observers worldwide to ask

16 Jan 2025 9:50 pm
Reliance posts record Rs 21,930 Cr profit as Jio, retail fuel growth

Reliance Industries' consolidated revenue climbed 7.7% to Rs 2,67,186 crore ($31.2 billion), while EBITDA hit an all-time high of Rs 48,003 crore ($5.6 billion), rising 7.8% from the previous year.

16 Jan 2025 9:01 pm
Piyush Goyal launches Bharat Startup Grand Challenge to boost innovation

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal launched the Bharat Startup Grand Challenge at an event celebrating nine years of Startup India mission. Goyal underscored the challenges significance in accelerating the growth of startups, especially from Tier II and Tier III cities, by offering funding, mentorship, and procurement opportunities. Startup India initiative is aimed at fostering innovation and collaboration between corporates and startups by providing procurement opportunities, funding

16 Jan 2025 8:41 pm
'Relentless determination': What founders credit for ecosystem growth on National Startup Day

YourStory spoke to founders from diverse sectors who reflected on the Indian startup ecosystem's progress and the crucial role startups are playing in shaping Indias growth.

16 Jan 2025 6:43 pm
Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Experience the Tech Powering Spirituality Like Never Before

The Maha Kumbh Mela, one of the world's largest religious gatherings, is set to take place in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh from January 13 to February 26.

16 Jan 2025 5:22 pm
Startup and news updates: Daily roundup (January 16, 2025)

Funding news: Age-Tech Startup Sukoon Unlimited raises $430K in pre-seed funding Sukoon Unlimited, an age-tech startup and community-driven platform For Seniors, By Seniors, has raised $430K in a pre-seed funding round, This round saw participation from investors like Anchorage Capital Par

16 Jan 2025 5:20 pm
PocketFM lays off 75 employees as it pushes towards profitability

This is the third round of layoffs at the startup after it let go of 50 employees and around 200 writers last year.

16 Jan 2025 5:05 pm
Exclusive: SuperOps ropes in former Freshworks exec Javeeth Ahamed as VP of Sales

Javeeth previously served as senior sales director at Freshworks for over nine years, where he led SMB and commercial upmarket initiatives, led international teams, collaborated with partners, and contributed to the companys transition from a startup to a post-IPO global player.

16 Jan 2025 4:07 pm
Amazon to acquire BNPL startup Axio

This marks Amazon's second acquisition in the financial services space after acquiring Delhi-based Emvantage Payment in 2016 for an undisclosed amount.

16 Jan 2025 3:27 pm
NCLAT admits Meta, WhatsApp pleas against CCI's Rs 213 Cr penalty

Meta Platforms and WhatsApp have challenged this order before the NCLAT, which is an appellate authority over the orders passed by the CCI.

16 Jan 2025 3:12 pm
AstroSure.ai bags $6M in seed funding round

The startup offers real-time personalised astrology insights and tools to help users and provides insights through a virtual assistant.

16 Jan 2025 2:23 pm