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TN launches AI, deep-tech push with new initiatives

Presented in the State Legislative Assembly by Minister Kumar R, the new announcements encompass multi-crore funds, state-of-the-art infrastructure, public-private partnerships, and specialised AI tools across multiple sectors.

26 Aug 2026 12:34 pm
India is the fastest-growing major economy in the world with strong investment opportunities: Nirmala Sitharaman

Addressing prominent members of the Indian business community in Toronto, the finance minister said India's transformation is structural, driven by rapid urbanisation, a growing middle class, and world-class digital infrastructure.

26 Aug 2026 12:08 pm
Voice AI startup Ringg AI raises $10M in Series A led by Peak XV Partners

Ringg AI is currently working with Policybazaar, CRED, Flipkart, Groww, Practo, Tabby, SuperNova, GoodScore, among others, and serving customers across marketplaces, healthcare, banking, fintech, and IT.

26 Aug 2026 11:13 am
Whats next for Chandra after Ta-ta

From public service and AI to private equity and backing founders, Tata Group Chairman N Chandrasekaran will have no shortage of options when his four-decade Tata innings ends.

26 Aug 2026 10:40 am
Why embracing change is the only way to understand it

Change can feel frightening, but embracing it can reveal new possibilities, lessons, and strength that resistance often keeps hidden.

26 Aug 2026 9:00 am
Ten years of UPI: The infrastructure that quietly rewrote how India lives

Ten years after its launch, UPI has become far more than a payment system. It has transformed everyday transactions, enabled commerce during the pandemic and taken Indias digital public infrastructure to the world.

26 Aug 2026 7:35 am
AI is changing both sides of the job hunt. Applying more wont fix it

A few months ago, a candidate wrote to me on LinkedIn. Eleven years of experience, a genuinely strong resume, over 200 applications sent in four months, three interviews to show for it. She asked me what she was doing wrong. I get some version of this message every week, and my honest answer is usu

26 Aug 2026 7:15 am
How AssessPrep is turning test scores into data schools can use

AssessPrep uses AI to create, grade, and analyse tests, helping schools see where students are struggling not just what they scored.

26 Aug 2026 7:15 am
Airbound raises $37M to scale autonomous drone delivery in India

Bengaluru-based Airbound will use its Series A funding to expand aircraft engineering, manufacturing and commercial operations as drone delivery moves towards wider adoption in India.

25 Aug 2026 10:53 am
When payments grow beyond the gateway

Accepting payments is only the beginning. As businesses grow, recurring billing, settlements, reconciliation, payouts and compliance create a new layer of operational complexityone that calls for a more connected approach.

24 Aug 2026 2:11 pm
From pilot to platform: A practical playbook for Gemini Enterprise

Join Google Cloud AI/ML experts for a hands-on session on deploying, grounding, and measuring ROI from your Gemini Enterprise environment.

24 Aug 2026 1:02 pm
Veranda Learning gets NCLT nod for commerce demerger

Veranda Learnings commerce business has secured NCLT approval for demerger into J.K. Shah Commerce Education, with the unit set to pursue independent listing.

24 Aug 2026 1:02 pm
7 Books that explain why some people seem naturally resilient

Explore 7 powerful books that reveal why some people bounce back from adversity and how resilience can be developed through mindset & experience.

24 Aug 2026 1:00 pm
Third Wave Coffee raises Rs 408 Cr in funding round led by WestBridge Capital

WestBridge Capital is a key investor in Third Wave Coffee Third Wave Coffee will use this funding for geographic expansion, deepen its presence in existing markets and scale new growth categories Third Wave Coffee, the homegrown coffee and food QSR brand, has raised Rs 408 crore in a funding rou

24 Aug 2026 12:16 pm
Instant loan in India: Who really delivers instant sanction and same-day disbursal?

From medical emergencies to urgent travel, speed matters. Heres how digital personal loans and pre-approved offers are reshaping access to funds and what borrowers should know before applying.

24 Aug 2026 12:05 pm
Skincare brand Asaya raises Rs 88 Cr in Series A

Asaya will utilise funding towards R&D, product line expansion including quick commerce and expanding the team.

24 Aug 2026 11:36 am
NSDC launches nationwide cloud, AI skilling initiative

NSDC has launched a nationwide cloud and AI skilling initiative to train 1.5 lakh learners, including 10,000 participants through AWS re/Start. The programme aims to expand access to job-ready tech skills, particularly for youth in Tier II and Tier III cities.

24 Aug 2026 11:19 am
Context is the new intelligence in agentic AI

At DevSparks Hyderabad 2026, UBS CTO Elango Somasundaram explored what comes after copilots: agentic AI that understands context, connects the dots, and orchestrates enterprise workflows.

24 Aug 2026 11:15 am
5 Books that explain how small choices create big outcomes

Discover 5 powerful books that reveal how small daily choices, habits, and decisions can gradually create extraordinary changes in our lives.

24 Aug 2026 9:30 am
Why Learning to Sit Alone Can Change the Way We Live

Blaise Pascals insight about solitude reveals why constant distraction can prevent self-reflection, clarity, and a deeper understanding of ourselves.

24 Aug 2026 9:00 am
Big cheques remain scarce for startups; Trademark dispute between Matrimony.com & Jodi365

VC inflow remains rangebound, and one-off large deals are propping up India's startup funding. Meanwhile, in a trademark dispute between Matrimony.com and Jodi365, the Supreme Court has asked the companies to explore settlement.

24 Aug 2026 7:30 am
This book examines how Indian companies turned crisis into growth

BOOK-COMPANIES 03:36 PM, 23 Aug 2026440 Words New Delhi, Aug 23 (PTI) A new book, The Art of Enduring: How Great Companies Turn Crisis into Opportunity, examines how five Indian companies turned disruption into an opportunity to build businesses capable of enduring and compounding over the lon

23 Aug 2026 4:04 pm
Need to scale storage capabilities amid growing renewable energy capacity: Industry experts

Industry members highlight the huge gap between demand and current capability to manufacture essential battery cell components. They have also cautioned against treating import dependence as a reason for slow deployment.

23 Aug 2026 2:45 pm