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Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar said the proposed university would play a pivotal role in building world-class AI talent, advancing research, and strengthening collaboration among academia, industry, and government.

With more than 90% of India's early-career tech professionals already using AI, Nasscom warned that the growing use of AI for routine coding should not come at the cost of fundamental engineering skills.

Krishna Byre Gowda outlines his plan to remake Bengaluru In a free wheeling conversation with Shradha Sharma, Founder and CEO of YourStory and The Bharat Project, Karnataka Minister for Greater Bengaluru Development Krishna Byre Gowda talks about his vision for the city Government work is God's

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Tuesday, July 14, 2026

The new fund will predominantly focus on AI related startups and invest at the seed and series A stage of funding.

BSNL has launched a satellite phone in India priced at Rs 1,34,166, offering connectivity in remote regions without mobile network coverage.

At MSME Sparks 2026, Hexalog CEO Dibyanshu Tripathi explains why logistics is becoming a competitive advantage for MSMEs looking to scale globally.

You can't add years to your life, only life to your years. Here's what that really asks of you, and why most years blur while a few feel full.

Jinali Mody couldn't find a sustainable leather bag, so she built Banofi, turning banana waste into luxury vegan leather that's winning over fashion.

Most business leaders know that AI can help them make decisions faster. Far fewer know where to actually start. At the grand finale of MSME Sparks 2026, Google Cloud's Nikhila Gudipati had a clear answer.

At MSME Sparks 2026, Google Cloud showcased how no-code AI agents can help small businesses compete with larger enterprises, without the need for large engineering teams.

The investment in Parag Parikh Financial Advisory Services was made through a secondary share purchase from the promoters. Avendus Future Leaders Fund III has deployed 30% of its capital and expects to make five to six more investments over the next year.

Circadia introduces Technogel technology from Italy, combining global innovation with Foam Homes five decades of expertise to deliver a more personalized sleep experience. The mattress industry has never been more crowded, or more confusing. Consumers today face a flood of choices: materials, co

The Digital Threat Report 2025-26 notes that conventional cybersecurity architectures were designed around centralised systems with clearly defined trust boundaries.

Dhruva Space aims to use the fund for expansion as a full-stack space engineering company, strengthening sovereign spacecraft manufacturing capabilities, accelerating product development, and scaling infrastructure, it said.

Childhood friends Rahul Singhal and Anshul Khullar have launched Corumm to make mental wellbeing a daily habit through membership-based meditation studios, while Sunita Suhas and Suhas Ramegowda's The Good Doll employs over 100 women in the Nilgiris to handcraft Nilah, its flagship doll.

Here's why Ann Patchett's Whistler has become one of 2026's most discussed novels, winning readers with its emotional depth and storytelling.

Discover five powerful lessons from The Let Them Theory that can help you stop overthinking, let go of control, and build a healthier mindset.

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.

Discover five mind-bending novels that blur the line between fiction and reality, challenging perception, memory, identity, and truth.

Discover 10 practical lessons from The Art of Laziness about working smarter, avoiding burnout, improving focus, and getting more done with less stress.

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.