Startups

Tue, 27 May 2025 3 Min Read

Frinks AI, a manufacturing AI startup by IIT Hyderabad alumni, raises $5.4m led by Prime Ventures

BANGALORE, India, May 27, 2025 -- Frinks AI, a deep-tech startup founded by IIT Hyderabad alumni, has raised $5.4 million in a Pre-Series A round led by Prime Venture Partners, bringing its total funding to $6.25 million. The company is building next-generation Vision AI systems that help manufacturers automate and elevate quality control on their production lines. The round also saw participation from existing investor Chiratae Ventures, along with Navam Capital and Ashok Atluri, Founder of Zen Technologies. Frinks AI is additionally backed by prominent industry leaders including Mr. S Ramadorai (former MD & CEO, TCS), Dr. V Sumantran (former Executive Director, Tata Motors), Dr. Tarun Ramadorai (Prof Imperial College of London), and Dr. Gopichand Katragadda (former Group CTO, Tata Sons), who continue to support the company as strategic investors and advisors.

Tue, 27 May 2025 3 Min Read

PLN Startup Day 2025: PLN's Support for Indonesia's Greentech Startups

JAKARTA, Indonesia, May 27, 2025 -- PT PLN (Persero) strengthens its commitment to accelerating the energy transition through strategic collaboration with green technology (greentech) startups in Indonesia. This initiative was realized through the PLN Startup Day 2025, themed Powering Partnership: Uniting Forces for Sustainable Energy, held at PLN's Headquarters in Jakarta on Wednesday (May 21). The Indonesian Director General of Digital Infrastructure at the Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs, Wayan Toni Supriyanto, expressed his appreciation for PLN's initiative, which aligns with the government's vision to build an inclusive and sustainable digital ecosystem.

Tue, 20 May 2025 3 Min Read

EnKash Launches India's 1st Payment Gateway, Built for SMBs and Startups

Empowering modern merchants with a faster, flexible, and future-ready payment infrastructure MUMBAI, India, May 20, 2025 -- EnKash, India's leading spend management and payments platform, has officially launched the EnKash Payment Gateway - a first-of-its-kind payment solution engineered for India's 63 million+ small to medium-sized & startup merchants. At a time when digital commerce is surging, EnKash is putting the country's most underserved merchants at the front of the fintech revolution.

Wed, 14 May 2025 4 Min Read

Joget Partners with Cradle to Empower Startups for Innovation and Ecosystem Growth Across Malaysia and Beyond

Strategic partnership combines Joget's AI-powered application and integration fabric platform with Cradle's startup ecosystem and capacity-building programs to accelerate innovation, empower entrepreneurs, and drive scalable growth. COLUMBIA, Md., May 14, 2025 -- Joget Inc., a global leader in open-source, AI-powered application development, has announced a strategic partnership with Cradle Fund Sdn Bhd, Malaysia's early-stage startup agency under the Ministry of Finance (MOF) and the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI).

Fri, 09 May 2025 4 Min Read

Zomato concludes the second edition of Plastic-Free Future Packathon, graced by Shri Sanjiv, Joint Secretary, Startup India DPIIT

NEW DELHI, May 9, 2025 -- Zomato, India's food ordering and delivery platform, in collaboration with Startup India, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Government of India, concluded the second edition of the Zomato Plastic-Free Future Packathon, held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. The event brought together key stakeholders such as Shri Sanjiv, Joint Secretary, Startup India, DPIIT, 35+ startups, ~50 restaurant partners and investors to discover and celebrate sustainable packaging solutions by startups, for the delivery and dine-in industry.

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 3 Min Read

ZapUp Launches Powerful WhatsApp Marketing Automation Platform, Joins Microsoft for Startups

NEW DELHI, April 16, 2025 -- ZapUp, a pioneering SaaS platform, a product of Perky.ai transforming how brands engage with customers on WhatsApp, has announced the launch of its next-gen marketing automation suite tailored for SMBs. The platform, now accepted into the Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub, is positioned to revolutionize WhatsApp as a mainstream, cost-efficient marketing channel across industries.

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 3 Min Read

SHRM TECH 2.0: Where Innovation Meets the Future of Work

The 11th edition of SHRM TECH brings together an impressive lineup of 120+ global speakers, 100+ exhibitors, and 70+ curated sessions including exclusive roundtable discussions, making it the definiti

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 5 Min Read

NIAT Celebrates Generative AI Excellence: Encourages Young Talent to Solve Global Challenges via Hackathon

The NxtWave Institute of Advanced Technologies (NIAT) proudly announced the winners of its highly anticipated Generative AI Hackathon.

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 2 Min Read

TVP Research Finds Pre-Seed Bitcoin Startup Investment Activity Grows 767% Since 2021

AUSTIN, Texas, April 3, 2025 -- Trammell Venture Partners ("TVP"), an Austin-based venture capital firm, today announced the third annual results of its proprietary research on the growth of the Bitcoin-native startup and venture capital landscape. TVP research shows the Bitcoin startup sector continued its breakout category growth trend of forming and investing in new companies, despite the decline in total dollars invested due to the broader venture investment pullback. With a 50% year-over-year increase in transaction count, and a remarkable 767% increase in funding rounds since 2021, the Pre-Seed stage built on its prior years of growth in 2024.

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 4 Min Read

New Report by TeachBetter.ai Finds 87% of Educators See AI as the Future of Classrooms -- Launches Education-Focussed AI Platform at Startup Mahakumbh

NEW DELHI, April 3, 2025 -- In a year where Artificial Intelligence (AI) is dominating global headlines, a new India-specific research report highlights how the country's educators are responding: with curiosity, urgency, and a clear demand for practical AI tools. The report, titled 'The Future of Education with AI: 2025', was released today by education-focused AI startup, alongside the official launch of its flagship platform for Teachers & Students: TeachBetter.ai

Sat, 29 Mar 2025 3 Min Read

Kouzina Food Tech Makes Strategic Investment in Shark Tank Fame MOPP Foods

In a landmark development for India’s burgeoning F&B cloud kitchen sector, Kouzina Food Tech, a leading Bengaluru-based food platform, has made a strategic investment in MOPP Foods, a fast-growing D

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 3 Min Read

Mirae Asset and Sharekhan Unveil a Vision for India

Mirae Asset announced today that it has held a Group Vision Declaration Ceremony in India on 7th March, reaffirming its commitment to expanding its role in the Indian financial services industry. The

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 5 Min Read

The Estée Lauder Companies Partners with India’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry to Advance Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Beauty

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (NYSE: EL) announced today that through the company’s subsidiary in India (collectively, ELC), the company has established a pioneering partnership with Startup Indi

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 2 Min Read

Ballantine’s Soda Unveils ‘Stay True’ Campaign, Celebrating Corporate Tribe in India

Ballantine's, from the House of Pernod Ricard India, unveiled its latest 'Stay True' campaign celebrating the corporate tribe powering India's economic growth. From established multinational corporati

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 2 Min Read

Innovators, Investors, and Industry Leaders Converge at ‘I-Connect @ ISB’

The 5th edition of I-Connect @ ISB, which was recently hosted by I-Venture @ ISB and powered by CitiusTech, concluded on a high note, cementing its position as one of India’s most influential platfo

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 3 Min Read

NIAT Students Shine at Mumbai Tech Week, Earning Recognition from Industry Leaders and IT Minister

NIAT (NxtWave Institute of Advanced Technologies), a leading institution focused on practical, industry-relevant technology education, is proud to announce the success of its students at Mumbai Tech W

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 3 Min Read

Weam.ai Wins Best AI for Digital Marketing Award at Entrepreneur AI Awards 2025

Weam.ai, an innovative collaborative AI platform, has been recognized as the "Best AI in Digital Marketing" at the prestigious Entrepreneur AI Awards 2025.

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 3 Min Read

Startup Policy Forum (SPF) Joins Hands with IIT Madras to Foster Startup Policy Research, Innovation and Data-Driven Advocacy

In a pioneering move set to redefine the intersection of industry, academia and policy research, the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (

Sat, 15 Feb 2025 5 Min Read

Empower Web3 Startups- WConnect Launches Soon

HONG KONG, Feb. 15, 2025 -- CoinW, a global leader in cryptocurrency trading, proudly announces the launch of its flagship online forum series, WConnect - Connecting Legends. This initiative is designed to unite CoinW users with iconic Layer 1 blockchains and their transformative projects. By collaborating with leading ecosystems like Solana, and other prominent players, WConnect seeks to empower the next wave of Web3 unicorns. The series will offer a dynamic space where industry leaders, developers, and enthusiasts converge to exchange ideas, explore trends, and ignite innovation. WConnect stands as a beacon of opportunity, fostering a vibrant ecosystem where visionary startups can flourish.

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 5 Min Read

INFOMEDIA TO ACQUIRE 50% OF INTELLEGAM - AN ENTREPRENEURIAL AUTOMOTIVE AI STARTUP IN EUROPE

SYDNEY, Feb. 14, 2025 -- Infomedia Ltd (ASX: IFM) is pleased to announce that it has entered into a binding agreement to acquire 50% of European AI startup, Intellegam GmbH (Intellegam), for a purchase price of ~A$10[1] million. This is a strategic move that will accelerate our innovation agenda and unlock product-led growth across our global data ecosystem. This partnership combines Infomedia's deep automotive expertise and trusted global OEM relationships with Intellegam's cutting-edge generative AI technology, creating a powerhouse for innovation.

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 6 Min Read

L'Oréal intensifies startup focus and investment in beauty innovation across SAPMENA region

2025 Big Bang competition for Beauty Tech innovation adds new 'Science for Beauty' theme, expands to Australia and New Zealand MUMBAI, India, Feb. 12, 2025 -- L'Oréal has launched the 2025 Big Bang Beauty Tech Innovation Program across the South Asia Pacific, Middle East and North Africa (SAPMENA) region, including India. Startups will compete for the opportunity to work with L'Oréal in a commercial pilot with one of the Group's 37 international brands, tap into potential exposure in 35 markets across the SAPMENA region, and embark on a year-long mentorship program with senior executives from L'Oréal and the program partners.

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 6 Min Read

Central Japan Startup Ecosystem Holds Media Event During TechGALA, One of Japan's Largest Startup Events

Participants also visited Nagoya University Startup Laboratory, learning firsthand about what some of the region's most promising startups are developing NAGOYA, Japan , Feb. 12, 2025 -- JETRO and Central Japan Startup Ecosystem Consortium held a media event for overseas and English-language media on February 4, coinciding with the opening day of TechGALA, one of Japan's largest startup events from February 4-6, in Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture. TechGALA is the first global startup event organized by the Central Japan Startup Ecosystem Consortium.

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 3 Min Read

Meridian Flight Systems Joins Altair Aerospace Startup Acceleration Program (ASAP)

Meridian to utilize Altair software and services to enhance development of Corra UAV and HERMES projects TROY, Mich., Feb. 6, 2025 -- Altair (Nasdaq: ALTR), a global leader in computational intelligence, is thrilled to welcome Meridian Flight Systems to the Altair Aerospace Startup Acceleration Program (ASAP). Within ASAP, Meridian will utilize Altair's next-generation simulation, data analytics, and high-performance computing (HPC) software and technical support to enhance the development of the Corra unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) and its Hybrid Electric Range-Extending Microturbine Energy System (HERMES).

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 8 Min Read

Bold Startup-Led Measures & Tax Relief: Startup Policy Forum Members Applaud Union Budget 2025 for Fueling India’s ‘Viksit Bharat’ Vision

Startup Policy Forum (SPF) members – leading startup founders and CEOs across sectors - have unanimously lauded the budget as a “game-changing catalyst” for the Indian economy and ecosystem, cal

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 3 Min Read

129Knots Founded by Indian-Origin Entrepreneurs Launches First of its Kind OTD Technology with USD 10M Investment and USD 500M Deal in Pipeline

Global fintech venture 129Knots, founded by Indian-origin leaders, has launched with a $10 million investment led by Sing Fuels. Backed by a $500 million deal pipeline, it is set to revolutionize the

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 4 Min Read

Nadcab Labs' White-Label Crypto Exchanges Empower Startups to Compete Globally

NEW DELHI, Jan. 20, 2025 -- Nadcab Labs, is redefining how startups enter and thrive in the competitive cryptocurrency market. By offering cutting-edge white-label crypto exchange solutions, they provide an accessible, cost-effective, and scalable path for businesses to establish their presence and compete globally. As the blockchain landscape expands, a cryptocurrency exchange development company is seeking reliable solutions to navigate the complexities of the cryptocurrency exchange ecosystem. Their white-label platforms are designed to empower businesses with robust tools, seamless user experiences, and advanced security measures that rival those of established industry players.

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 5 Min Read

Government Is A Big Ally of Startups in India: SPF’s Startup Baithak Pioneers Policy Dialogue With 100+ Founders, Leaders, and Regulators

Startup Policy Forum (SPF), with the support of the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) and Startup India, ended 2-days of Startup Baithak on a high-note, with attendance f

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 3 Min Read

YourStory’s Great Indian Startup Showcase: Celebrating Innovation on National Startup Day

To celebrate the 9th anniversary of National Startup Day, YourStory is hosting "The Great Indian Startup Showcase", a 15-hour live storytelling marathon spotlighting over 90 early-stage startups from

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 2 Min Read

Google Cloud India and Campus Fund Announce FutureX - a First of Its Kind Platform To Discover India’s Best FrontierTech Startups Being Built by Students

Breaking new ground in frontier technologies with student innovators - Google Cloud India and Campus Fund are excited to announce the launch of FutureX, a national platform designed to identify ground

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 4 Min Read

Startup Policy Forum (SPF) Launches ‘Startup Baithak’ and ‘Startup Baatcheet’ To Celebrate National Startup Day 2025 With DPIIT and Startup India

Startup Policy Forum (SPF), with the support of Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) and Startup India, are launching flagship initiatives- Startup Baithak & Startup Baat

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 3 Min Read

YourStory Appoints Former Microsoft Executive Sangeeta Bavi as Chief Operating Officer

YourStory today announced the appointment of Sangeeta Bavi, former Executive Director, Digital Natives at Microsoft, as its Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective January 27, 2025.

Fri, 03 Jan 2025 2 Min Read

DPIIT Inks MoU With Startup Policy Forum (SPF) to Boost Country’s Startup Ecosystem: Move Aimed at Establishing India as a Global Innovation Hub

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, has entered into a landmark partnership with the Startup Policy Forum (SPF), a premier i

Fri, 03 Jan 2025 2 Min Read

HRTech SaaS Startup Zimyo Promotes Naresh Gupta as Co-founder and CFO, Appoints Vinay Kumar as CTO and Mayank Singh as CBO

SaaS startup Zimyo has elevated its VP of Finance Naresh Gupta as a co-founder and Chief Finance Officer (CFO). Additionally, it has appointed Mayank Singh as Chief Business Officer (CBO), and Vinay K

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 5 Min Read

Four Indian startups feature in the coveted longlist for Aurora Tech Award

-Indian startups making to the Aurora Tech Award longlist include Aica Health, Dzylo, MAMMA-MIYA and Tech4Good Community-A non-profit initiative of inDrive, the annual award saw a record-breaking 2,018 applications from 116 countries, doubling last year's submissions NEW DELHI, Jan. 2, 2025 -- Four Indian startups – Aica Health, Dzylo, MAMMA-MIYA and Tech4Good Community have made it to the longlist of the coveted Aurora Tech Award. The Aurora Tech Award is an annual award and a non-profit initiative of inDrive, a global mobility and urban services platform, spotlighting the boldest and most ambitious female founders in emerging markets. The longlist featured a total of top 120 founders for 2025. The number of top finalists is set to be announced in February 2025, with winners celebrated at a global ceremony later in the year.

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 2 Min Read

PLN Invites Green Startups in Asia's to Join Forces for Regional Energy Transformation

JAKARTA, Indonesia, Dec. 6, 2024 -- Indonesia's state-owned power company, PT PLN (Persero), is calling on startups across Asia to collaborate in driving sustainable energy innovation through its Connext Powered by PLN program. The program supports PLN's transformation into a more adaptive and innovative energy company, striving for net zero emissions, while also strengthening its presence as an active player in the Asia-Pacific startup ecosystem to foster collaboration and growth.

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 4 Min Read

30 Leading Indian Startups Join Startup Policy Forum: An Alliance Launched to Advance India’s New-Age Economy

India’s startup ecosystem is witnessing a landmark development with the launch of Startup Policy Forum (SPF) – a pioneering alliance dedicated to representing the interests of India’s leading ne

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 3 Min Read

L&T Joins n0c tech to Provide Low Cost and Compact Carbon Capture and Storage Tech

Larsen & Toubro (L&T), India's leading engineering and construction conglomerate, announces a strategic partnership with climate tech startup n0c tech to deploy innovative, low cost & compact carbon c

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 3 Min Read

Transport Stack Open Innovation Challenge Launched in Collaboration with JICA and FITT IIT Delhi, to Drive Transformative Mobility Solutions

Delhi Transport Stack, in collaboration with Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and Foundation for Innovation and Technology Transfer (FITT) - IIT Delhi has launched the ‘Transport Stack

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 4 Min Read

Amity Innovation Incubator Hosts Bharat Startup Yatra

Welcomes 1,100+ Startups and a Global Audience of 5,000 at Bharat Startup Festival NOIDA, India, Nov. 15, 2024 -- Amity Innovation Incubator, in collaboration with the Bharat Startup India Summit (BSIS), organized the Noida Edition of the Bharat Startup Yatra, which saw an enthusiastic gathering of over 1,100 startups and a live audience of 5,000 from 14 countries and 29 cities worldwide. Hosted at Amity University, Noida, the Bharat Startup Festival marks a historic milestone as the first multi-country startup ecosystem hybrid program held in Bharat.

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 3 Min Read

E-Commerce AI Startup BiteSpeed Raises USD 3.5M Funding, Led by Peak XV’s Surge

BiteSpeed, an AI-powered Customer OS for e-commerce brands, today announced the successful closing of its $3.5M Pre-Series A funding round.

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