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The Delhi-based company has developed MorphX, a point-of-care platform that claims to return a full blood count in minutes without needing a trained technician.

The Bengaluru-based company builds models that generate molecules and predict how they will behave, and has licensed its lead candidate to a US developer.

The Pune-based company makes commercial autos that generate some of their own power while running, aimed at fleet operators who lose earning hours at charging points.

The Bengaluru company is building AI software that models microbial fermentation, so manufacturers can scale a process without discovering its problems in production.

PB Fintech is parent company of PolicyBazaar PB Fintech reported healthy growth in the insurance premium business and credit segment PB Fintech, the parent company of online insurance platform PolicyBazaar registered a 92% rise in net profit for the first quarter of FY27 and revenues rose by 40%

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River Mobility will use this funding round to expand its manufacturing capacity and to introduce new models.

The EV sector is projected to generate 30-40 million jobs, with 10-15% direct and 85-90% indirect jobs by 2030, the report stated.

Targeting the $5.8 billion global jaggery market, EID Parry is combining traditional knowledge with technology through India's first large-scale automated jaggery facility, AI-powered farming, and water conservation

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Top Meta executives, including Global Affairs Officer Joel Kaplan, met IT Secretary S Krishnan and other senior officials of MeitY in a discussion that lasted 45 minutes.

Notifying norms for the implementation of this decision, DGFT said an ecommerce company, with foreign investment, will have to register as an 'exporter-on-record' with the government to keep goods in stock only for exports through the online medium.

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SaaS firm Freshworks reported a net profit of $3.2 million in the second quarter of 2026, reversing a year-ago loss, as revenue climbed 16% to $237.4 million.

InRisk Labs will use this funding round to deepen its insurance capabilities across multiple segments.

Adiabatic Technologies raises Rs 8.3 crore seed led by Malpani Ventures and Avinya Ventures to scale battery systems for robotics and drones.

The revenue from operations of MapmyIndia grew by 14.9% to Rs 139.7 crore during the reported quarter from Rs 121.6 crore in the year-ago period.

According to Counterpoint research, Apple's iPhone shipments for FY26 grew to 14 million units, up 24% year-on-year.

A total of 1,49,00,000 shares representing a 2.33% stake of One 97 Communications were offloaded by both entities.

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Omnichannel beauty and fashion retailer Nykaa has clocked a more than 3x rise in net profit and a 29% rise in revenue for the first quarter of the 2026-27 fiscal year, driven by overall demand. Meanwhile, VC funding in Indias startup ecosystem declined in July.

The Gujarat-based company is developing Infinity-One, a launch vehicle for nano and small satellites, and runs a space education programme alongside the engineering work.

The Pune-based company makes sub-20 horsepower robotic equipment for vineyards and horticulture farms, aimed at progressive farmers and shared cultivators.

The Chennai-based company is developing long-duration storage using iron, air and water, aimed at grids that need to hold daytime solar generation until the evening.

The IISc-incubated company develops a hardware-agnostic autonomy stack for unmanned systems and works with the Indian Navy and Army on reconnaissance and logistics projects.

The Pune-based company makes AI-powered optical grading equipment for packhouses, designed around Indian crop varieties that imported sorters have struggled with.

The round was led by Hero Enterprise and Cap Alpha Ventures.

Nykaa will acquire 51% stake in Aminu, a premium dermocosmetic skincare brand for a cash consideration of Rs 32 crore.

NCPCR has instituted an inquiry into Meta over Instagram CSEAM ads, escalating the matter after the company replied to the Commission's July notice.

Meta has been under regulatory scrutiny over the issue of Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) in paid advertisements on Instagram, and the government, last month, slapped a notice on Meta over the issue.

Venture capital funding into Indian startups remained relatively modest in July 2026 as the absence of large-value deals is dampening the momentum.

The B2B fintech firm for MSMEs will use the funding to scale its technology platform.

Indias HAM protects highway developers from traffic risk, but land acquisition and funding delays continue to threaten projects.

Bengaluru INDIA NANO 2026 puts AI and nanotechnology centre stage as Karnataka pushes deep-tech research from labs to markets.

Beyond these results, the Board is scheduled to meet on August 6, 2026 to consider raising additional funds through the issuance of equity shares or other securities on a preferential basis.

HYLENR Technologies develops low energy nuclear reaction systems aimed at producing industrial heat, and has raised about Rs 26 crore to move from laboratory demonstrations to building products.

The Bengaluru-based company replaces the permanent magnets inside an electric motor with power electronics and control software and is running pilots with vehicle manufacturers.

The IIT Delhi spinout designs optical fibres and laser systems for precision manufacturing, communications, sensing, healthcare instrumentation and quantum research.

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Vinitas unending fascination for traditional Indian games is the fuel that keeps Kreeda going. The Chennai-based organisation is dedicated to researching, documenting, and promoting the rich heritage of Indian games.

MakeMyTrip reported strong Q1 FY27 growth despite macroeconomic disruptions, driven by diversified travel demand, robust gains across business segments and expanding AI capabilities, while warning of near-term geopolitical and oil price risks.

Six young women defied taunts and hardship to become Bihar Pink Bus drivers, inspiring other young girls to boldly take the wheel.

Ather said it is seeing strong tailwinds due to policy support and consumer demand. The company delivered 83,173 units during the quarter, up 80.5% YoY.

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Air Marshal A.K. Bharti retires after 39 years, remembered for Operation Sindoor, fighter leadership and his long life of service.

Google has selected 20 AI-powered Indian startups for its 2026 Google Play Accelerator India, offering three months of equity-free mentorship on AI, security, app quality, growth and monetisation to support global expansion.

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