Startups Seek Stronger Incentives in Union Budget 2026
Indian startup founders urge the government for tax relief, easier credit access, and stronger incentives in the upcoming Union Budget 2026 to fuel growth and innovation. Read their key demands.
Indian startup founders urge the government for tax relief, easier credit access, and stronger incentives in the upcoming Union Budget 2026 to fuel growth and innovation. Read their key demands.
Indian startups urge the government for clear ESOP taxation guidelines and enhanced funding for deep tech & AI in the upcoming budget. Experts highlight current tax hurdles.
Indian defence-tech startups are shifting from hardware to full-stack software solutions, driven by VC funding and policy changes. Over a third of new startups focus on drones, but software is key to long-term contracts.
Discover why Indian startups like Scripbox and MyGate are pursuing early IPOs for capital, less dilution, and sustainable growth. A shift from the unicorn chase to public markets.
Samsung will present 15 startups from its C-Lab program at CES 2026, a record number from regional Korea. Discover the AI, fintech, and digital health innovations set for the global stage.
A Rajkot jeweller files a police complaint after an artisan from West Bengal disappears with 473.5 grams of gold. The accused had worked on commission for a year. Read the full details.
A 22-year-old transgender clay idol maker from Behala, Kolkata, alleges mental and physical abuse by her brother over her gender identity. She sought police protection to leave home. Details inside.
Anand Mahindra wants to buy a signed Santa doll from 94-year-old Kolkata artisan C H Chang, praising his six-decade dedication to handcrafting. Read how his story inspires.
Kolhapur's district collector assures stakeholders about the Prada deal for Kolhapuri chappals, urging patience as details are sought. The pact aims for global reach.
A 10-day exhibition at Delhi's National Crafts Museum celebrated India's handmade traditions with sustainable crafts, from elephant dung paper to yak hair caps. Explore the future of artisan-centric development.
The Gandhi Shilp Bazar in Varanasi, from Dec 18-27, features 50 artisans showcasing India's handloom heritage. Prof. Tyagi calls for academic-artisan collaboration. Explore the cultural event!
The Brij Incubator hosted its first public 'Investment Pitch Opportunity' for artisan startups at Serendipity Arts Festival in Panjim, offering a crucial platform for funding and growth in India's craft sector.
Chandigarh has 633 DPIIT-recognised startups, creating 6,260 jobs. MP Tewari questions delay in local startup policy. Read the full analysis of the city's entrepreneurial ecosystem.
We decode Samantha Ruth Prabhu's breathtaking red Banarasi bridal saree, handwoven with zardosi by a single master artisan. Discover the details behind her minimalist yet stunning look.
Discover how non-consumers can help preserve India's living craft heritage. Learn practical ways to support artisans and sustain traditional crafts as relevant ecosystems.
Maharashtra launches MATRIX program to boost tech startups, create 1 lakh jobs and generate Rs 1 lakh crore revenue. Initiative focuses on AI, IoT, blockchain and women entrepreneurs.
UAE selects 5 Indian startups for soft landing package to expand business under CEPA. Initiative strengthens India-UAE economic partnership and startup collaboration.
20+ Indian startups showcased cutting-edge AI, robotics and clean technology solutions at the UAE-India Startup Corridor in Dubai. Discover how they're shaping the future of tech collaboration.
ICAI Singapore Chapter's NEXTLEAP Accelerator Program empowers 20 startups with capital, mentorship & cross-border India-Singapore collaboration. Discover how innovation doubles when nations unite.
Discover how Bhuj's traditional textile artisans are preserving heritage crafts while building sustainable livelihoods through innovative community initiatives.
Zepto co-founder Kaivalya Vohra explains Bengaluru relocation was driven by talent access. Learn about their early mistakes and growth journey in the quick-commerce sector.
Indian startups can now access loans up to ₹20 crore via the Jan Samarth portal. The platform ensures faster processing and offers special interest concessions for women entrepreneurs.
Discover how leading Indian designers and brands are transforming traditional crafts into contemporary fashion while uplifting artisan communities across India.
Karnataka launches ambitious startup policy targeting 25,000 new ventures, 7 lakh jobs, and 20 unicorns by 2029 with comprehensive funding support and global expansion initiatives.
Google for Startups India launches comprehensive AI skilling initiative targeting early-stage entrepreneurs. Discover how this program will transform India's startup ecosystem with cutting-edge artificial intelligence training.
Meet the young Bengaluru entrepreneurs behind Eco-Wala, a sustainable paper bag startup that's making waves and earning praise from billionaire Harsh Goenka. Discover how these students are tackling plastic pollution while building a successful business.
A proposed US bill targeting H-1B visa reforms could trigger unprecedented economic growth in India, creating massive job opportunities and boosting domestic innovation, according to Congress analysis.
Bengaluru-based customer data platform Lemnisk completes significant secondary transaction led by Bajaj Financial Securities, marking major investor confidence in India's martech sector.
Bengaluru-based customer data platform Lemnisk completes significant secondary transaction led by Bajaj Financial Securities, marking major investor confidence in Indian martech sector.
Exclusive insights into TVS Capital's Fund IV strategy focusing on AI, cybersecurity, and enterprise tech startups that are reshaping India's IT landscape. Discover their investment philosophy and sector predictions.