Published on: Sept. 17, 2025, 2:09 a.m. | Source:
Times of India
New Delhi: A 32-year-old startup founder was stabbed to death in northeast Delhi's Bhajanpura area on Monday. Police are probing if there is any link .
Disney, Universal, Warner Bros Sue Chinese AI Startup MiniMax
Published on: Sept. 16, 2025, 11:42 p.m. | Source:
NDTV Profit
Walt Disney Co., Comcast Corp.’s Universal Studios and Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. are suing Chinese artificial intelligence startup MiniMax, accusing the company of pirating the studios’ intellectual property. Founded in 2021, Shanghai-based MiniMax has created several generative AI models that run its companion apps, such as video and image editor Hailuo AI and Talkie, a chatbot that competes with Character.AI in the US
Figure's new funding round also valued the autonomous robot developer sharply higher than the $2.6 billion last year, when it secured $675 million from investors such as Microsoft and Amazon.com founder Jeff Bezos.
Himachal Pradesh-born software engineer sparked debate after endorsing a 72-hour work week at US-based company, claiming it surpasses a standard 40-hour schedule in growth, energy, and rewards. His post on X divided netizens, with critics warning of burnout and supporters admiring dedication. The discussion echoes a broader trend, recently reignited by entrepreneur Neha Suresh, highlighting the tension between relentless work, ambition, and sustainable well-being in startup culture.
Scale AI has lost focus: CEO of rival company says after AI startup’s Meta
Published on: Sept. 16, 2025, 7:43 p.m. | Source:
Times of India
Tech News News: Scale AI faces criticism from Mercor's CEO, Brendan Foody, who claims the company lost focus on product quality despite Alexandr Wang's sales prowess.
Founded in January 2024 by Sriharsha Guduguntla and Atul Raghunathan, Hyperbound's platform helps companies create a practice arena for their sales teams.
'Reels Boy' To IT Prodigy: How A Self-Taught Coder Built 50+ Websites, Launched His Own Startup
Published on: Sept. 16, 2025, 6:06 p.m. | Source:
News18
Fateh Singh from Pali launches Padharo Bazaar, empowering local shopkeepers; honoured by Rajasthan government and featured in top-20 startups at IT Day 2025.
Pelocal, an AI-led payments orchestration platform, secured $5 million in funding led by Unleash Capital Partners and Unicorn India Ventures. The company will use the funds to expand product development and strengthen its go-to-market strategy.
Indian Entrepreneur Gets O-1 Visa, Plans AI Startup: ‘After Mom, Even US Thinks I’m Extraordinary’
Published on: Sept. 16, 2025, 5:34 p.m. | Source:
News18
Piyush Varanjani secures a US O-1 visa after leaving Stripe to pursue artificial intelligence and startup ambitions in San Francisco. Discover his journey.
Swalay Digital partners with Indian Music Industry to empower artists and protect copyrights
Published on: Sept. 16, 2025, 5:18 p.m. | Source:
Times of India
SwaLay Digital has officially joined hands with the Indian Music Industry (IMI). The growing music-tech startup has partnered with IMI to build a tran.
Published on: Sept. 16, 2025, 4:39 p.m. | Source:
NewsX
India’s business landscape has been transformed under PM Modi, with bold reforms, digitalisation, and startup-friendly policies driving unprecedented ease of doing business.
Genovation Technological Solutions Secures Funding to Scale Privacy-First AI
Published on: Sept. 16, 2025, 4:27 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
Genovation Technological Solutions, a deep-tech startup founded by Anurita Das, secured over Rs 1.32 crore in a pre-seed funding round. The funds will enhance product development, team expansion, and R&D for their privacy-first AI platform, Mentis. The investment also signifies responsible AI's potential to transform global operations.
Published on: Sept. 16, 2025, 4:20 p.m. | Source:
The Tribune
India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025, Asia's largest digital technology forum is set to host the India edition Startup World Cup India for the very first time.
Shyam Achuthan's experience highlights the overlooked struggles founders face after a startup fails, encompassing legal, financial, and emotional challenges. Despite eagerness to move on, Shyam encountered career obstacles due to his defunct company's directorship. Ravi Trivedi's offer provided a fresh start, emphasizing the lasting impact of failure and the need for ecosystem support.
Published on: Sept. 16, 2025, 3:09 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
DSM Fresh Food Ltd, known for its meat delivery startup Zappfresh, is launching an SME IPO with shares priced between Rs 96 to Rs 101. The offering aims to raise funds for capital and marketing expenses, with proceeds supporting further growth and strategic acquisitions. The IPO will run from September 26 to September 30.
In terms of top-funded startups, to date, Cult.fit remains the most funded startup in the sector with $666.6 million, followed by HealthifyMe with $145.3 million, while Ultrahuman has secured $54.9 million in funding.
Vroutes HR Cuts Business HR Costs by Half With New Three
Published on: Sept. 16, 2025, 1:20 p.m. | Source:
The Tribune
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], September 16: Vroutes HR, a Hyderabad-based HR consulting firm, has developed a three-layer service model that cuts human resource costs by 50-55% compared to traditional approaches, addressing a gap that undermines startup and small business success across India.
"Fastest Growing Company": Worker Praises 72-Hour Grind, Internet Pushes Back
Published on: Sept. 16, 2025, 1:19 p.m. | Source:
NDTV.com
An Indian engineer's praise for working up to 100 hours a week at AI startup Mercor has triggered online debate, with many users questioning the sustainability and ethics of extreme work culture in the tech world.
tlooto AI Highlights AcademicGPT at Startup Mahakumbh 2025, India’s Largest Startup and Innovation Event
Published on: Sept. 16, 2025, 1:18 p.m. | Source:
Lokmat Times
tlooto AI Highlights AcademicGPT at Startup Mahakumbh 2025, India’s Largest Startup and Innovation Event - Korea, September 15: tlooto, an AI-powered academic research platform, highlighted its AcademicGPT solutions at Startup Mahakumbh 2025, India's largest ... Get Latest News on Business only on lokmattimes.com
Will Urban Company’s listing unclog the startup IPO pipeline?
Published on: Sept. 16, 2025, 12:20 p.m. | Source:
Livemint
As many as 25 startups including Lenskart, PhysicsWallah, and Meesho have filed their draft IPO papers but are waiting for a more conducive environment. With its IPO subscribed 104 times, can Urban Company deliver this?
Urban Set for Hot India Debut as Gray Market Signals 60% Premium
Published on: Sept. 16, 2025, 10:46 a.m. | Source:
NDTV Profit
Urban Company Ltd.’s $215 million initial public offering, the most subscribed in India this year, is poised for a strong trading debut on Wednesday, according to indications in the gray market. Shares of the tech startup, popular for providing services from plumbing and house cleaning to masseurs, are trading at a premium of at least 60% over 103 rupees ($1.17), the top end of its IPO range, according to Investorgain.com and IPOcentral.in.
Marq Vision Inc. secures $48 million investment from Peak XV Partners and HSG. The startup combats unauthorized sales of AI chips and luxury goods. Its AI tools flagged 50 million potential IP violations last year. Marq Vision helped remove 99% of those violations. The company is opening a Tokyo office to address counterfeiting in the anime industry.
Who is Deedy Das? Kolkata-born ‘AI Startup Whisperer’ becomes Partner at Menlo Ventures
Published on: Sept. 16, 2025, 8:30 a.m. | Source:
Livemint
Who is Deedy Das? Kolkata-born technologist and ‘AI startup whisperer’ Deedy Das has been promoted to Partner at Menlo Ventures, driving its AI investment strategy.
The Shariah-compliant package will refinance and increase a previous $500 million facility, Tamara said in a statement. The deal includes an initial $1.4 billion, with a further $1 billion available for a three-year period pending further approvals.
The company raised $290 million in the round, $40 million of which is debt, in a deal lead by Rochefort Asset Management. The cash infusion will allow the company to expand its digital design operations, boost production and develop more automated assembly systems to make missile parts and other equipment.
The event from October 8–11 at Yashobhoomi Convention Centre, New Delhi, allows local founders to compete for a chance to participate in the $1 million global finale in San Francisco, the US. Over 300 startups have submitted applications, from which 15 startups will be shortlisted to pitch to a curated jury comprising venture capitalists, entrepreneurs, policy leaders, an official statement said.
French AI Incubator and Sign LOI for AI Lab in Ajmer, Rajasthan
Published on: Sept. 15, 2025, 3:15 p.m. | Source:
The Tribune
New Delhi [India], September 15: Adaptiv.me, a French-Tech edtech startup with roots in both India and France, and Unicraft VC, a hands-on seed fund and startup studio based in Paris and Luxembourg, have announced the launch of a pioneering Indo-French AI incubator. Alongside this milestone, the two organizations have also signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) to establish a state-of-the-art AI Lab in Ajmer, Rajasthan, positioning India as a global execution hub for next-generation artificial intelligence.
ever Startup World Cup in India in Oct, $1 million prize money up for grabs
Published on: Sept. 15, 2025, 2:55 p.m. | Source:
Lokmat Times
First-ever Startup World Cup in India in Oct, $1 million prize money up for grabs - Mumbai, Sep 15 Digital technology industry forum India Mobile Congress (IMC) announced on Saturday that it will host ... Get Latest News on Technology only on lokmattimes.com
The ET Soonicorns Sundowner Gurugram spotlighted Delhi-NCR’s unique startup DNA, driven by consumer scale, ambition, and capital depth. Founders and investors decoded the region’s playbook of volume, value, and velocity—while candidly flagging gaps in deep tech, healthcare, and pharma.
Ashvya Services Private Limited: Driving Startup Success with Innovation and Integrity
Published on: Sept. 15, 2025, 1:13 p.m. | Source:
Lokmat Times
Ashvya Services Private Limited: Driving Startup Success with Innovation and Integrity - New Delhi [India], September 15: “Our support is key to your success.” Ashvya Services Private Limited believe in this ... Get Latest News on Business only on lokmattimes.com
ITR Filing 2025: What Startup Investors In India Must Know About The September 15, 2025 Return Deadline
Published on: Sept. 15, 2025, 12:54 p.m. | Source:
NewsX
Today is the last day of ITR filing 2025, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has extended the return filing deadline for everyone including, non audit cases (individuals, Hindu Undivided Families, etc.) for the FY 2024 25.And for the startup investors, this could also mean loss on exemption claims like under Section 54F, or deductions/investment related assistance if not documented or demanded properly.
From voice to video: how Indian startup Koyal is taking flight
Published on: Sept. 15, 2025, 5:30 a.m. | Source:
The Pioneer
From voice to video: how Indian startup Koyal is taking flight there was a time when stories and songs were shared only through word of mouth— someone sang, others listened, and the tale moved forward.
Then came radio, television, and cinema. Storytelling became more spectacular, but also more
The venture is backed by a mix of government and private capital. Countryside Express is a recipient of the Startup India Seed Fund (SASF) and has also raised private equity and convertible ventures tied to the scheme
The global volatility, investor caution, and regulatory changes have led to a slowdown in the startup IPO momentum in 2025. Despite a surge in IPOs last year, this year has only seen five so far due to uncertain market conditions. However, there is hope for a gradual recovery with a strong pipeline of IPOs and […] | financialexpress.com
Mint Explainer | Why MCA is making it easier for startups to return to India, but not cheaper
Published on: Sept. 14, 2025, 7:04 p.m. | Source:
Livemint
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs has expanded India’s fast-track merger rules, easing reverse flipping for startups by bypassing NCLT approvals.The move could accelerate redomiciliation of startup unicorns like Razorpay, Meesho, and Groww, though high tax costs remain a key hurdle.
Published on: Sept. 14, 2025, 6:06 p.m. | Source:
Livemint
Long-time chief executive K. Srinivas, who built India1 from a startup into the country’s third-largest ATM brand, is stepping away from daily operations.
Who is Kavin Mittal? Meet The Internet Entrepreneur As Hike Shuts Down, His Billionaire Father Is…
Published on: Sept. 14, 2025, 11:59 a.m. | Source:
NewsX
Kavin Bharti Mittal, son of a billionaire, has shut down his startup Hike after India’s ban on real-money games. The tech entrepreneur, who pivoted Hike from messaging to gaming, now plans to focus on AI, clean energy, and future-forward technologies.
Delhi has over 15,000 registered startups and has produced 26 unicorns, and is India’s third-largest startup hub, says CII Delhi State Chairman Rikant Pittie as he shares his views on Delhi’s Startup Policy
Hike to down shutters; Founder Kavin Mittal terms it difficult decision
Published on: Sept. 14, 2025, 5 a.m. | Source:
Daily Excelsior
NEW DELHI, Sep 13: Hike founder Kavin Mittal has announced the complete winding down of 13-year old startup, saying while its US business was off to a strong start, scaling globally after India ban on real money gaming would require a “reset that is not the best use of capital or time”. In a post on LinkedIn, the entrepreneur and Bharti Group scion questioned if raising more capital for a pivot by Hike was worth it, and concluded it was […]
Proposals for AI solutions invited under Kerala AI initiative
Published on: Sept. 13, 2025, 10:40 p.m. | Source:
The Hindu
The Kerala State IT Mission, in collaboration with the Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM), has invited artificial intelligence (AI) solutions that address real-world governance challenges identified by various departments under the ‘K-AI Initiative: AI for Governance’ programme.
Published on: Sept. 13, 2025, 8:59 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
Kerala State IT Mission and Kerala Startup Mission are seeking innovative AI solutions for governance under the 'K-AI Initiative: AI for Governance' program. This initiative invites innovators, students, and startups to develop AI technologies addressing real-world challenges faced by state departments, aiming for smarter, faster public service delivery.
Elon Musk's AI startup xAI has laid off about 500 employees from its data annotation team, which is the company's largest division responsible for training its chatbot Grok. The layoffs were communicated via email on the evening of September 12, 2025, with employees losing system access immediately but being paid until the end of their contracts or November 30 at the latest.
IIT Madras, Guidance Tamil Nadu join forces to unveil ‘INNOVATION-TN’ dashboard for startups, investments & more
Published on: Sept. 13, 2025, 8 p.m. | Source:
Hindustan Times
The ‘INNOVATION-TN' dashboard provides a comprehensive overview of the startup ecosystem and showcases the innovation prowess to different stakeholders. | Education News
Published on: Sept. 13, 2025, 7:10 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
Hike founder Kavin Mittal announced the complete winding down of the startup, citing the Indian ban on real money gaming as a pivotal challenge. Mittal questioned the worth of raising capital for a pivot, emphasizing the need to focus on AI, energy, and other pressing global opportunities.
Kavin Bharti Mittal, the founder of tech startup Hike and son of Bharti Airtel chairman Sunil Bharti Mittal, has announced the complete shutdown of his company after 13 years.
Young and rich: From Oyo's Agarwal to Zepto's Palicha-Vohra duo - meet India's 2025 top 10 unicorn founders under 35
Published on: Sept. 13, 2025, 4:21 p.m. | Source:
Livemint
ASK Private Wealth and Hurun India's unicorn report lists 73 startups for 2025, along with 150 potential future unicorns. We take a look at the young and rich entrepreneurs making waves in various startup sectors.
Hike, the 13-year-old startup founded by Kavin Bharti Mittal, is shutting down following the Indian government's ban on real money gaming. Despite a promising start for its US business, scaling globally after the ban would require a significant reset.
Elon Musk’s AI startup xAI has cut more than 500 staff members from its data-labeling division, the group responsible for training the company’s Grok chatbot.
Ali Ghodsi, CEO and Co-Founder of Databricks, announced in a LinkedIn post on September 13 that the company is investing in a new AI hardware startup launched by Naveen Rao, former vice president of AI at Databricks.
Developed by Richinnovations Technologies, a Technopark-based startup, the app is designed to alert owners whose vehicles are obstructing others in parking lots
Engineering duo turns crop waste into eco-friendly leather
Published on: Sept. 13, 2025, 4:52 a.m. | Source:
Hindustan Times
Two tech-savvy graduates are shaking up the leather industry with their vegan startup, ‘Avinya’, using agricultural waste to create durable, biodegradable leather and attracting major interest before hitting the market
Apollo’s Rowan Urges Leniency for Javice in JPMorgan Fraud Case
Published on: Sept. 13, 2025, 2:55 a.m. | Source:
Livemint
Apollo Global Management Chief Executive Officer Marc Rowan urged a judge to be lenient when he sentences Charlie Javice later this month for defrauding JPMorgan Chase & Co. in its $175 million acquisition of her student finance startup.
SPRINT North Edition: Accelerating India's Deeptech Startup Ecosystem
Published on: Sept. 12, 2025, 11:08 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
The SPRINT North Edition under IIT Ropar's '100 Startups 100 Days' initiative launched in Gurugram, gathering industry leaders, investors, and academia to boost the deeptech ecosystem. Featuring panel discussions and startup pitches, the event highlighted India's commitment to becoming a global hub for innovation and entrepreneurship.
PhysicsWallah, a 2016 edtech startup, is shifting its focus from online education to offline classrooms in 2025. This change is driven by the higher Arpu of offline students, which is ten times that of online students. To support this transition, the company plans to increase expenses for physical centers and acquisitions. | financialexpress.com
Dev Accelerator IPO: Why Investors Are Flocking Like Never Before? Check It Out
Published on: Sept. 12, 2025, 8:46 p.m. | Source:
NewsX
Dev Accelerator Limited IPO, a technology and innovation driven business accelerator, opens for public subscription on September 10, 2025 and closes today, September 12, 2025.The company functions in the technology development and acceleration sector, presenting a wide range of services together with startup mentoring, investment assistance, workplace solutions providing, and tactical and strategic advisory.
Do You Wanna Partner review: Tamannaah-Diana's beer drama is almost brew-tiful
Published on: Sept. 12, 2025, 8:08 p.m. | Source:
India Today
Tamannaah Bhatia stars as Shikha, a woman reinventing herself through a craft beer startup. The series explores female ambition, jugaad, and fierce competition in a male-dominated industry.
Innovating Predictions: India's Steps Towards Improved Weather Forecasting and Startup Growth
Published on: Sept. 12, 2025, 7:54 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
Union Minister Jitendra Singh discussed efforts to improve earthquake and cloudburst forecasting. Initiatives include studying contributing factors and enhancing regional meteorological capabilities. Singh also highlighted India's booming startup ecosystem and lavender-based ventures. Collaboration in the perfume industry, inspired by France, is encouraged to boost rural economies.
She walked away from big tech job calling it ‘golden handcuffs’ to chase passion over paycheck. Now, thrives at an AI startup with eyes on entrepreneurship
Kendall Rankin, a former LinkedIn employee, left behind the comfort of Big Tech perks she described as “golden handcuffs” to embrace the challenges of startup life. After completing her MBA at Wharton, she joined AI music startup Producer.ai as a community and operations manager. Despite long hours and constant demands, she finds the work exciting, rewarding, and better aligned with her growth ambitions—reflecting a broader Gen Z shift toward risk and dynamic workplaces.
Naveen Rao: Indian-Origin AI leader exits Databricks to launch AI computing startup
Published on: Sept. 12, 2025, 3:50 p.m. | Source:
India TV News
Naveen Rao is set to launch a new startup to tackle the high costs of AI computing. Known for founding MosaicML, later acquired by Databricks, Rao's new venture will compete with giants like NVIDIA and Intel, focusing on affordable and efficient AI infrastructure.
An IIM Lucknow graduate faced criticism after a LinkedIn post for a personal assistant role went viral. The job description detailed extensive responsibilities, including personal errands and constant availability. Reddit users slammed the post, calling it exploitative and reflective of toxic startup culture in India. The controversy ignited discussions about overwork and unhealthy expectations in Indian workplaces.
Do You Wanna Partner X Review: Tamannaah Bhatia, Diana Penty's ‘Bland’ Startup Drama Is 'Smug Cardboard Cousin Of The Royals'
Published on: Sept. 12, 2025, 1:24 p.m. | Source:
Republic World
Tamannaah Bhatia, Diana Penty, Shweta Tiwari, and Nakuul Mehta starrer start-up web show, Do You Wanna Partner, hit Prime Video today, September 12, and the reviews are already coming in on social media.
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An Indian techie's job search story is inspiring. He applied for almost 2,000 jobs. He faced many rejections over four months. He finally secured a remote DevOps role. The role was at a global startup. He negotiated his salary to 14 LPA. He had just two years of experience. His story highlights the importance of determination.
India's top 10 most valuable unicorns in 2025 list: FinTech and E-Commerce dominate India’s startup ecosystem, with six unicorns—three from each sector—ranking among the top 10 most valuable in Hurun India’s 2025 Unicorn report.
Astrophel Aerospace was founded in 2022 by Suyash Bafna, Immanuel Louis and Md Taj Baba, engineering graduates who met on LinkedIn to establish a deep tech space startup that embodies their mission to make access to space inclusive and cost-effective
Zupee, a real money gaming platform, has laid off 170 employees due to the government’s ban on online gaming. The affected employees will receive severance pay and other benefits. Other major gaming firms have also laid off employees. However, overall tech startup layoffs have decreased. Zupee has launched a new video platform, Zupee Studio, for […] | financialexpress.com
OpenAI’s funding challenges loom over Oracle, Broadcom deal spree
Published on: Sept. 12, 2025, 7:13 a.m. | Source:
Livemint
The world’s largest startup needs more paying users to help finance its ambitions, but researchers and consultants aren’t sure they will materialize soon.
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Databricks AI Chief to Exit, Launch a New Computer Startup
Published on: Sept. 12, 2025, 7:02 a.m. | Source:
Livemint
Naveen Rao, the head of artificial intelligence at the $100 billion startup Databricks Inc., is planning to leave his position to launch a new venture making a novel type of computer, according to a person familiar with the matter.
Do You Wanna Partner Review: Tamannaah Bhatia, Diana Penty's Startup Drama Has No Logic, Just Froth
Published on: Sept. 12, 2025, 5:05 a.m. | Source:
News18
Do You Wanna Partner follows Shikha and Anahita as they launch India's first craft beer, face industry sexism and get entangled with chaotic, illogical startup antics.
Visa Standoff Stirs Tensions: South Korean Workers Deportation Sparks Trade Concerns
Published on: Sept. 12, 2025, 3:52 a.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun urged U.S. Congress to back a new visa for Korean workers after hundreds were arrested in a raid, destabilizing U.S.-Korea relations. This incident threatens investment ties and highlights visa issues affecting the startup of a Hyundai plant in Georgia.
Hyundai Battery Plant Faces Delays After Major Immigration Raid
Published on: Sept. 11, 2025, 10:08 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
Hyundai's Georgia battery plant, operated jointly with LG Energy Solution, faces a 2-3 month startup delay after a massive immigration raid. The raid led to the arrest of 475 workers, primarily South Korean nationals, involved through suppliers. Hyundai will pivot to alternative battery sources while awaiting a resolution.
The startup announced on Thursday that it has secured a contract with semiconductor display manufacturer HKC Corporation for more than 1,000 humanoid robots over three years.
Revamped Railways: Jaipur Junction Transformation Led by Minister Vaishnaw
Published on: Sept. 11, 2025, 6:28 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reviewed redevelopment efforts at Jaipur Junction, highlighting the region's upcoming infrastructure expansion. Key projects include a new maintenance terminal at Khatipura and startup incubation centers in partnership with state governments. Vaishnaw also addressed railway safety improvements, emphasizing reduced accidents and accelerated border connectivity.
Kerala's 16-Year-Old AI Entrepreneur Employs Father To Work For Startup
Published on: Sept. 11, 2025, 4:52 p.m. | Source:
NDTV Profit
Raul John Aju, a 16-year-old prodigy from Kerala, employs his father to work for him at his artificial intelligence startup, according to a news report on Thursday. Aju's startup, AI Realm Technologies, is most well-known for its Project Just Ease programme, which it developed in collaboration with Kerala and Dubai's government. Its goal is to make legal information more accessible to citizens as well as help them with drafting and reviewing legal contracts.
India’s startup ecosystem grows stronger in 2025 with 11 new unicorns, including Ai.tech as the fastest bootstrapped unicorn. Bengaluru leads India’s unicorn hubs, fintech dominates valuations.
Kerala's youngest AI prodigy, 16, employs his father at his AI startup
Published on: Sept. 11, 2025, 2:48 p.m. | Source:
India Today
Sixteen-year-old Raul John Aju, who is also Kerala's youngest AI prodigy, has employed his father to work at his AI startup, Arm Technologies. Speaking at India Today South Conclave 2025, he urged India to create its own technology race rather than following others.
SIG Tattva's Strategic Investment in Crion Technologies Revolutionizes Asset Management
Published on: Sept. 11, 2025, 2:42 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
SIG Tattva, the corporate venture capital arm of Somany Impresa Group, has invested INR 3.5 crore in Crion Technologies. Crion is enhancing asset management through their Clonos platform, which uses IoT and AI. The investment includes a 'Pilot Before Pitch' program to foster deeper industry-startup collaborations.
Lal Ghai & Associates Celebrates Young Entrepreneur Award Achievement
Published on: Sept. 11, 2025, 1:49 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
Lal Ghai & Associates received the Young Entrepreneur Award 2025 for excellence in corporate law and compliance. Founder Sumit Ghai credits the firm's success to teamwork and client trust. The firm continues to empower businesses in Punjab and beyond, offering solutions in SME IPO, trademark registration, and startup advisory.
IIT Madras startup’s wastewater treatment tech installed in Erode industries
Published on: Sept. 11, 2025, 1:05 p.m. | Source:
The Hindu
A next-generation wastewater treatment system developed by a startup incubated in IIT Madras has been installed in two industrial units in Erode and Perundurai.
Run by Aravind Srinivas, Perplexity in August made a $34.5 billion unsolicited all-cash offer for Alphabet's Chrome browser, a bid far above its own valuation. The Nvidia-backed startup has taken on Google Chrome with its AI browser, Comet, that can perform certain tasks on a user's behalf.
OpenAI previously said it had reached a deal with Oracle to build massive AI data centers in the United States as part of what it calls Project Stargate. But the AI startup had not revealed the particulars of the pact.
Lubrizol InnoVentures, the innovation arm of global speciality chemicals provider Lubrizol, participated in the round. The funds will be used to scale the firm’s R&D processes, build pilot production facilities, expand its team, and develop go-to-market strategies.
Published on: Sept. 10, 2025, 10:58 p.m. | Source:
Times of India
Mangaluru: A startup incubated at NITK-STEP and founded by a faculty member successfully designed and tested a short-range frequency modulated continu.
Delhi Man Laid Off Two Days Into New Startup Job, Reddit Post Goes Viral
Published on: Sept. 10, 2025, 10:33 p.m. | Source:
NDTV Profit
A viral Reddit post from a user in Delhi is igniting a debate about the significant risks and job insecurity within India's volatile startup ecosystem. The post, shared in the r/AskDelhi community, details a user's experience of being laid off just two days after starting a new job.
Baiju Bhatt, 40, Indian-American co-founder of Robinhood, is the youngest Indian-origin entrepreneur on the Forbes US billionaires list with a $6 billion net worth. Overcoming his familys financial struggles during his fathers kidney illness, Bhatt pursued physics and mathematics at Stanford, co-founded Robinhood in 2013, and helped it achieve a 400% stock surge. He now also leads Aetherflux, a space-based solar energy startup, expanding his impact beyond fintech.
Through this acquisition, Minute Media plans to roll out a fully integrated solution for content creation, distribution, and monetisation, further deepening its partnership with top teams, leagues, and federations globally. The Flipkart cofounder Binny Bansal-backed company last raised $45 million from Bluestone Equity Partners in December 2023.