Data Centres In Space: SpaceX Buys Musk's AI Firm xAI In $1.25 Trillion Deal
Published on: Feb. 3, 2026, 2:34 p.m. | Source:
NDTV.com
Elon Musk's SpaceX has taken over AI startup xAI in a $1.25 trillion deal, as Musk pushes plans to build space-based data centres to power the future of artificial intelligence.
YouTuber MrBeast reacts to Elon Musk’s post about SpaceX and xAI merger: “Posting on a SpaceX-owned site now?”
Published on: Feb. 3, 2026, 2:12 p.m. | Source:
Times of India
Social News: YouTuber MrBeast sparked a flurry of reactions on X after joking about SpaceX’s recent acquisition of xAI, the artificial intelligence startup founded.
Elon Musk ‘unite’ SpaceX and xAI in $1.25 trillion mega merger
Published on: Feb. 3, 2026, 1:26 p.m. | Source:
Times of India
Tech News News: Elon Musk has taken a major step in his technology empire by merging his rocket company SpaceX with his artificial intelligence startup xAI in a deal .
A Turkish tech executive, Gokce Guven, has been indicted in the US for allegedly defrauding investors of $7 million. Prosecutors claim she fabricated her fintech startup Kalder Inc.'s finances and partnerships to secure funding and an O-1A "extraordinary ability" visa. Guven faces multiple fraud and identity theft charges.
Yamaha EC-06 vs River Indie: Which electric scooter offers better value?
Published on: Feb. 3, 2026, 12:31 p.m. | Source:
Livemint
The Yamaha EC-06, first-ever electric two-wheeler of the Japanese auto company in India is based on the River Indie, which is by the Bengaluru based EV startup, with which Yamaha has a strategic partnership for manufacturing electric two-wheelers in Indian market.
Elon Musk’s SpaceX has acquired his AI startup xAI, valuing the combined entity at about $1.25 trillion. The merger integrates xAI’s Grok chatbot and AI models with SpaceX rockets, Starlink and the X platform. Musk said the move aims to build space-based AI data centers and positions the company for a record-breaking IPO.
SpaceX, owned by Elon Musk, has bought his AI startup xAI in a deal worth $1 trillion for SpaceX and $250 billion for xAI. This will combine Musk’s space and AI goals and boost SpaceX’s data-center plans. It adds to Musk’s growing empire that includes Tesla, Neuralink, and the Boring Company, but may face challenges […]
SpaceX acquires xAI to launch space‑based AI data centres: Elon Musk
Published on: Feb. 3, 2026, 10:36 a.m. | Source:
Lokmat Times
SpaceX acquires xAI to launch space‑based AI data centres: Elon Musk - Mumbai, Feb 3 US-based entrepreneur Elon Musk said that his aerospace firm SpaceX has acquired his AI startup, ... Get Latest News on Technology only on lokmattimes.com
Gokce Guven indictment: 5 things to know as Kalder founder charged in $7 million fraud case
Published on: Feb. 3, 2026, 10:17 a.m. | Source:
Hindustan Times
Gokce Guven, a Forbes 30 Under 30 alum, has been charged with multiple counts of fraud linked to the fundraising and operations of her startup, Kalder.
Is Nvidia investing $100B in OpenAI or not? Here is what Jensen Huang and Sam Altman are saying
Published on: Feb. 3, 2026, 9:52 a.m. | Source:
India Today
In 2025, Nvidia announced that it would invest up to $100 billion in OpenAI. However, after a report alleged that the chipmaker was reconsidering its plans to invest in the AI startup, Nvidia chief Jensen Huang and OpenAI’s Sam Altman have pushed back. Here is what they have said.
With SpaceX-xAI merger, Elon Musk wants to set up AI data centres in space
Published on: Feb. 3, 2026, 8:35 a.m. | Source:
India Today
Elon Musk’s aerospace firm, SpaceX, has acquired his AI startup, xAI. The tech billionaire insists that this deal will help accelerate humanity’s progress, with the first step being orbital AI data centres.
SpaceX’s Stellar AI Merger: Musk Pioneers Tech Integration
Published on: Feb. 3, 2026, 8:20 a.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
Elon Musk's SpaceX has acquired the AI startup xAI in a landmark merger, integrating Musk's AI and space initiatives. The $1.25 trillion deal combines the world’s most valuable private firm with a fast-emerging AI player. This strategic move amplifies Musk’s diverse portfolio, including Tesla, Neuralink, and the Boring Company.
Read Elon Musk’s full memo to staff on SpaceX acquiring xAI: This marks not just the next …
Published on: Feb. 3, 2026, 7:49 a.m. | Source:
Times of India
Tech News News: Elon Musk’s SpaceX has acquired his artificial intelligence startup xAI ahead of the possible IPO. Musk says that this deal will create ‘the most ambi.
SpaceX has acquired AI startup xAI, merging two of Elon Musk's ventures into the world's most valuable private company. This strategic move aims to leverage space for AI's immense computing needs, with Musk predicting space-based AI compute will be the most cost-effective within three years. The combined entity is poised for a significant IPO, potentially valuing it at $1.25 trillion.
old woman founder of fintech startup and Forbes 30 Under 30 recipient charged with fraud and lying to get 'Extraordinary Ability' visa in US
Published on: Feb. 3, 2026, 12:50 a.m. | Source:
Times of India
Tech News News: A Turkish tech executive who launched a New York “fintech marketing” company to create rewards programs has been indicted for defrauding venture capit.
A Reddit user shared how they overcame a six-month employment gap after their startup failed by using a cousin as a fake reference during a background check. They prepped their cousin for twenty minutes on projects and shortcomings, and the HR team never caught the deception. Reddit users discussed similar experiences.
India’s GenAI boom: 7 states driving most startup activity
Published on: Feb. 2, 2026, 9:15 p.m. | Source:
CNBC TV18
India has over 890 GenAI startups, with 85% concentrated in just seven states. Here’s a state-wise look at the hubs driving the country’s generative AI growth.
Karnataka govt announces Bengaluru GAFX 2026, Asia's largest conference on animation, visual effects
Published on: Feb. 2, 2026, 9:10 p.m. | Source:
Lokmat Times
Karnataka govt announces Bengaluru GAFX 2026, Asia's largest conference on animation, visual effects - Bengaluru, Feb 2 The Karnataka government, in association with the Association of Bangalore Animation Industry (ABAI) and Startup ... Get Latest News on Technology only on lokmattimes.com
Drivn, an electric mobility platform focussed on large commercial vehicles, has secured commitments of up to $80 million from Japanese financial services group Nomura for the roll out of its electric buses and trucks.
Seventh edition of Bengaluru GAFX to be held on Feb 27
Published on: Feb. 2, 2026, 6:49 p.m. | Source:
ThePrint
Bengaluru, Feb 2 (PTI) The Karnataka government on Monday announced the seventh edition of Bengaluru GAFX, one of the country’s largest AVGC-XR conferences and exhibitions. Supported by the state government in collaboration with the Association of Bangalore Animation Industry and Startup Karnataka, the event will be held from February 27 to March 1 here. It […]
Air India Dreamliner Grounded After Fuel Switch Moves From 'Run' To 'Cutoff'
Published on: Feb. 2, 2026, 6:43 p.m. | Source:
NDTV.com
An Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner was grounded after its left fuel control switch failed to stay in the 'run' position twice and moved to 'cutoff' during engine startup, an airline spokesperson said.
Kashmir startup builds plasma testbed crucial for fusion systems
Published on: Feb. 2, 2026, 5:26 p.m. | Source:
Lokmat Times
Kashmir startup builds plasma testbed crucial for fusion systems - New Delhi, Feb 2 Ignition Dynamics, a deep‑tech startup incubated at NIT Srinagar’s Greenovator Foundation, has developed its ... Get Latest News on Health only on lokmattimes.com
Indian Startup Rising Roots Ventures Enters Oral Care Space with Tidiyo Tongue Cleaning Kit
Published on: Feb. 2, 2026, 4:35 p.m. | Source:
The Tribune
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], February 2: Rising Roots Ventures (OPC) Private Limited has announced the launch of Tidiyo, an innovative oral care brand focused on solving one of the most overlooked hygiene problems--bad breath caused by tongue bacteria. The brand's first product, the Tidiyo Tongue Cleaning Kit, is now available in India.
Blinkit's Albinder Dhindsa Awarded Digital Person of the Year at 16th India Digital Awards
Published on: Feb. 2, 2026, 4:23 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
The award for Digital Startup of the Year was conferred upon Sarvam AI, in recognition of its pioneering work in the field of artificial intelligence. IDA stands as Indias most esteemed recognition in the digital domain - a true symbol of innovation and excellence.
Startup Kashmir a Kashmir based Startup makes its mark in laser power beaming
Published on: Feb. 2, 2026, 1:53 p.m. | Source:
Zee News
Kashmir-based startup Prime Movr pioneers practical laser power beaming, providing wireless energy for remote sensors, outdoor cameras, and autonomous gadgets.
How a Silicon Valley startup became a crypto lifeline for Venezuela
Published on: Feb. 2, 2026, 12:49 p.m. | Source:
Livemint
Cryptocurrency fintech Kontigo, which recently raised $20 million from Coinbase and others, is under fire for its role in helping Venezuelans avoid sanctions.
TiE Mumbai Welcomes the Union Budget's Strong Push for Innovation, Deep
Published on: Feb. 2, 2026, 12:25 p.m. | Source:
The Tribune
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 2: TiE (The Indus Entrepreneurs) Mumbai has welcomed the Union Budget, describing it as a forward-looking and confidence-building roadmap for India's startup and innovation ecosystem. The Budget underscores the government's intent to accelerate innovation-led growth, strengthen early-stage capital availability, and bridge the critical scale-up funding gap for startups and SMEs.
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Don't get clout-chased by fancy CTC numbers! Founder shares how Rs 18 LPA is actually Rs 6 LPA
Published on: Feb. 2, 2026, 10:58 a.m. | Source:
Indiatimes
Startup founder Sahil Thakur exposed how companies inflate CTC figures, showing a student’s Rs 18 LPA offer was mostly conditional. The guaranteed pay was just Rs 6 LPA, with bonuses and ESOPs uncertain. He urged freshers to focus on take-home salary, sparking debates on transparency in job offers.
‘Rs 18 LPA Offer?’: Founder Explains Salary Scam Every Fresher Must Know - ‘It Is Rs 6 Lakh Guaranteed & Rs 12 Lakh Imaginary’
Published on: Feb. 2, 2026, 9:35 a.m. | Source:
News18
The Chandigarh-based founder shared the example of one of his students who received a job offer from a Mumbai startup with a salary of Rs 18 lakh per annum (LPA).
‘Not fired, not failed’: Anupam Mittal on why startup founders should exit the CEO role
Published on: Feb. 1, 2026, 9:57 p.m. | Source:
Business Today
Mittal pointed out that for years, Indian startups have operated under the assumption that a founder must also remain the CEO indefinitely. However, he believes this thinking no longer fits today’s fast-scaling startup environment.
Gaming and animation startup founders from the sector — which is also called the `Orange Economy’ — told ET that early exposure at the school and college level could familiarise students with industry tools, workflows, and creative thinking. This in turn will improve their employability and ease hiring pressures as companies scale.
Young citizens welcomed Union Budget 2026, calling it empowering and future-focused. They praised plans for girls’ hostels, SHE-Marts, AVGC and XR labs, AI digital access, and startup support. Youth leaders said the budget will improve women’s safety, boost skills, create jobs and strengthen entrepreneurship, giving confidence and new opportunities to India’s next generation.
Work from bed isn’t a flex-Kolkata startup co-founder’s story sparks toxic work culture debate
Published on: Feb. 1, 2026, 5:33 p.m. | Source:
Indiatimes
A Kolkata startup co-founder, advised 30 days of strict bed rest, turned his hospital bed into a makeshift office to continue working. A video capturing this went viral, sparking debate online. While some praise his dedication, many criticize the risky disregard for health, highlighting the fine line between hustle and obsession.
Budget 2026: MSMEs Win Big With New Rs 10,000-Crore SME Growth Fund
Published on: Feb. 1, 2026, 11:40 a.m. | Source:
NDTV Profit
In the previous Budget for the year 2025-26, the Centre had expanded the startup credit guarantee to Rs 20 crore from Rs 10 crore, in order to make it easier for enterprises to avail loans.
Last week Apple bought Israeli startup Q.ai. While the purchase price was not disclosed, some suggest it could be around $2 billion. If that figure is accurate, it would make the deal Apple’s second-biggest acquisition in years, after headphone maker Beats. The Cupertino-based company’s biggest acquisition to date remains Beats, which it acquired in 2014 […]
IIIT-A inks MoUs with 14 startup cos to promote innovation
Published on: Feb. 1, 2026, 9:42 a.m. | Source:
Times of India
Prayagraj: The Innovation and Incubation Foundation, IIIT Allahabad (IIITA) has signed MoUs with 14 startup companies with the aim of promoting innova.
Jupiter Meta will submit a comprehensive insights report, an executive presentation, an interactive dashboard and a policy brief to support data-driven decision
Why Pentagon and Anthropic may be clashing, just days after CEO’s 20,000
Published on: Feb. 1, 2026, 6:35 a.m. | Source:
Times of India
Tech News News: Anthropic and Pentagon are reportedly at odds, potentially stalling a high-stakes $200 million partnership between the AI startup and defense departme.
Discover the untold story of Rahul Dravid’s transition from 'The Wall' of Indian cricket to a disciplined startup investor. From his father’s jam factory to the lessons of Kolkata 2001, learn how Dravid uses the principles of Test cricket to build a lasting business legacy.
Union Budget 2026 LIVE: FM Nirmala Sitharaman to Unveil Key Tax Reforms & Policy Updates Today, February 1
Published on: Feb. 1, 2026, 4:44 a.m. | Source:
Outlook Business
Indian Budget 2026 LIVE Updates: Stay updated with real-time coverage of FM Nirmala Sitharaman’s 9th budget speech, including tax changes, policy reforms, startup initiatives, and their impact on businesses, industries, and salaried individuals. Follow the live Union Budget news with expert analysis on Outlook Business.
Union Budget 2026 LIVE: FM Nirmala Sitharaman to Present the Budget today, February 1
Published on: Feb. 1, 2026, 4:15 a.m. | Source:
Outlook Business
Indian Budget 2026 LIVE Updates: Stay updated with live coverage of Union Budget 2026 on Outlook Business as FM Nirmala Sitharaman is soon to unveil key tax changes, policy reforms, startup initiatives, and much more in her 9th consecutive budget speech. Get real-time insights on its impact on businesses, startups, industries, and salaried individuals
Google engineer convicted of stealing AI secrets for startup in China; FBI says: Betrayed both America and Google by ...
Published on: Jan. 31, 2026, 4:38 p.m. | Source:
Times of India
Tech News News: A federal jury in San Francisco this week convicted former Google software engineer Linwei Ding, also known as Leon Ding, 38, on seven counts of econo.
Shark Tank India Backs Phitku, India's First Crystal Roll
Published on: Jan. 31, 2026, 2:55 p.m. | Source:
The Tribune
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], January 31: Gurgaon-based personal care startup Phitku has secured investment from Aman Gupta, Co-founder of boAt, and Anupam Mittal, Founder of Shaadi.com, on Shark Tank India Season 5 (Episode 16), after pitching what it claims is India's first crystal roll-on deodorant designed to eliminate odour-causing bacteria rather than mask smell with fragrance. The deal was struck at an valuation of ₹180 crore, marking one of the notable consumer brand investments of the season.
SpaceX and xAI, or Tesla and SpaceX: How the 'merger scenarios' look for three of Elon Musk's biggest companies
Published on: Jan. 31, 2026, 2:53 p.m. | Source:
Times of India
Tech News News: Elon Musk is considering merging SpaceX with either his AI startup xAI or electric vehicle maker Tesla, a consolidation that would reshape his already.
US judge signals Elon Musk's xAI may lose lawsuit accusing Altman's OpenAI of stealing trade secrets
Published on: Jan. 31, 2026, 12:45 p.m. | Source:
The Hindu
A U.S. federal judge signaled on Friday she may dismiss a lawsuit by Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence startup xAI accusing Sam Altman’s rival OpenAI of stealing trade secrets
Judge signals likely dismissal of xAI lawsuit accusing OpenAI of stealing trade secrets
Published on: Jan. 31, 2026, 11:31 a.m. | Source:
Telegraph India
Lawyers for xAI and OpenAI did not immediately respond to requests for comment. Musk's startup sued OpenAI in September, accusing it of hiring xAI employees away to obtain confidential information related to the AI chatbot Grok
After lawsuit one of the biggest Amazon customers Perplexity signs $750 million deal with Microsoft, says: 'AWS remains…'
Published on: Jan. 31, 2026, 9 a.m. | Source:
Times of India
Tech News News: Perplexity has signed a $750 million deal with Microsoft Azure. With this deal, the AI startup is expanding its business beyond its long-time cloud pa.
Startup Mantra: A device that detects, kills silent invaders of agricultural fields
Published on: Jan. 31, 2026, 7:54 a.m. | Source:
Hindustan Times
Mukund Choudhary and Maitree Dedhia teamed up during the pandemic to help farmers control pests, especially hard-to-detect ones, destroying their crops. And, Trebirth Pvt Ltd was born.
Odisha plans first commercial airport drone test corridor with local startup
Published on: Jan. 30, 2026, 11:59 p.m. | Source:
Times of India
Bhubaneswar: To position Odisha as a front-runner in next-generation aviation, state govt has partnered with local deep-tech startup BonV Aero to esta.
Budget 2026: Higher defence capex could open new runway for drone and aerospace startups
Published on: Jan. 30, 2026, 10:45 p.m. | Source:
CNBC TV18
India’s defence tech startup ecosystem is entering a pivotal phase as Budget 2026 approaches, with expectations of a sharp rise in defence capital expenditure and possible policy reforms. With funding crossing $711 million and investment increasingly concentrating in execution-ready firms, higher government spending and potential FDI liberalisation could accelerate the shift from innovation to large-scale defence manufacturing.
China may have approved Nvidia H200 AI GPU for startup that wiped out $600 billion from American chipmaker’s market value
Published on: Jan. 30, 2026, 9:43 p.m. | Source:
Times of India
Tech News News: China has reportedly granted conditional approval for one of the country’s leading AI startup, DeepSeek, to purchase Nvidia’s high-performance H200 ch.
Published on: Jan. 30, 2026, 8:55 p.m. | Source:
The Tribune
The valediction ceremony of the 1st cohort of the India-Nepal Startup Partnership Network (IN-SPAN) consisting of 24 Nepali startups has commenced on Friday.
The National Company Law Tribunal has approved MoEngage’s plan to shift its domicile from the US to India. As part of the move, its Delaware holding company will merge into the Bengaluru-based entity. In December, the startup raised $280 million from investors, valuing the company at $850 million post-money.
Budget 2026: Startups want tax relief, easier angel norms, and a big push for India
Published on: Jan. 30, 2026, 8 p.m. | Source:
CNBC TV18
With angel funding slowing after tighter SEBI norms and family offices seeking greater flexibility, India’s startup ecosystem is urging Budget 2026 to focus on easing domestic risk capital flows. Investors also want clearer tax treatment, stronger debt financing avenues, and a national push for foundational AI models backed by academia and DPI.
Online gaming startup Zupee has cut about 200 jobs in a fresh round of layoffs after India’s ban on real money gaming. The move follows earlier job cuts and leaves its workforce at roughly 350. The company is shifting focus to free-to-play games, esports and short-form drama content.
Kolkata Tech Startup Co-Founder, Asked To Take Bed Rest For 30 Days, Arranges ‘Work From Bed’ Set Up: ‘Main Rukega Nahi’
Published on: Jan. 30, 2026, 6:53 p.m. | Source:
News18
The clip opens with the young startup co-founder lying on a hospital bed, visibly unwell and surrounded by pillows, medical essentials and recovery supplies.
WaveX invites applications from startups for ‘India AI Summit’ next month
Published on: Jan. 30, 2026, 4:44 p.m. | Source:
Lokmat Times
WaveX invites applications from startups for ‘India AI Summit’ next month - New Delhi, Jan 30 Government’s startup accelerator platform WaveX on Friday said it has invited applications from startups ... Get Latest News on Business only on lokmattimes.com
Musk meets Musk: SpaceX explores mergers with Tesla or xAI; $50 billion IPO in focus
Published on: Jan. 30, 2026, 2:06 p.m. | Source:
Times of India
International Business News: SpaceX is exploring potential mergers with Tesla Inc or artificial intelligence startup xAI, as Elon Musk considers ways to consolidate his growing bu.
Published on: Jan. 30, 2026, 12:19 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
China has given its top AI startup DeepSeek approval to buy Nvidia's H200 artificial intelligence chips with regulatory conditions that are still being finalised, two people familiar with the matter told Reuters. Reuters reported on Wednesday, citing sources, that ByteDance, Alibaba and Tencent had been given permission to purchase more than 400,000 H200 chips in total.
Nvidia AI tech ‘powering China’s military,’ US lawmakers say
Published on: Jan. 30, 2026, 11:47 a.m. | Source:
The Hindu
A group of US lawmakers issued a warning Thursday over allowing tech giant Nvidia to sell advanced chips in China, alleging that its support to AI startup DeepSeek has helped boost Chinese military capabilities.
Elon Musk explores landmark SpaceX merger with Tesla or xAI: Report
Published on: Jan. 30, 2026, 11:20 a.m. | Source:
Business Today
Elon Musk is reportedly considering a merger between two of his companies, SpaceX, electric vehicle manufacturer Tesla or his artificial intelligence startup, xAI.
Your iPhone may soon understand what you are saying from your facial expressions
Published on: Jan. 30, 2026, 11 a.m. | Source:
India Today
Apple’s acquisition of AI startup Q.ai could allow future iPhones to understand whispered or mouthed words by reading subtle facial movements. Here is the full story.
AI Startup Zocket Earns Great Place to Work® Certification Again
Published on: Jan. 30, 2026, 9:14 a.m. | Source:
Republic World
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Big Tech companies are racing to forge partnerships with OpenAI, betting that closer ties with the artificial-intelligence startup would give them a competitive edge in the AI race.
Apple acquires Israeli audio AI startup Q.ai, reportedly for $1.6 billion
Published on: Jan. 30, 2026, 7:49 a.m. | Source:
Livemint
Apple did not disclose terms of the deal for Q.ai, which was backed by venture capital firms Matter Venture Partners, Kleiner Perkins, Spark Capital, Exor and GV, formerly known as Google Ventures. The deal valued the startup at about $1.6 billion, according to a source familiar with the matter.
Apple anticipates robust revenue growth for the March quarter. Strong iPhone demand in China and India fuels this optimism. However, memory chip shortages may impact production. The company also acquired an AI startup. Apple's performance in key markets shows resilience. Investors are watching closely as Apple navigates these dynamics.
Amazon in talks to invest $50 billion in OpenAI, expand ties
Published on: Jan. 30, 2026, 7:24 a.m. | Source:
Moneycontrol
OpenAI is also weighing a deal in which Amazon would use the startup’s artificial intelligence models, which power the popular ChatGPT chatbot, in its products and platforms, a person with knowledge of the matter said
AI startup Perplexity has signed a $750 million Azure deal with Microsoft while keeping Amazon AWS as its main cloud partner in a growing multi-cloud AI push.
AI Startup Perplexity Signs $750 Million AI Cloud Deal With Microsoft: Report
Published on: Jan. 30, 2026, 4:40 a.m. | Source:
NDTV.com
AI startup Perplexity has signed a $750 million agreement with Microsoft to use its Azure cloud service, Bloomberg News reported on Thursday, citing people familiar with the matter.
Kerala Budget 2026-27: industry forums welcome Budget despite concerns over fund mobilisation
Published on: Jan. 29, 2026, 9:11 p.m. | Source:
The Hindu
Kerala's 2026-27 Budget receives mixed reviews, praised for social development and infrastructure but criticized for fund mobilisation and startup allocations.
Economic Survey startup snapshot: GenAI explodes, but India still lacks data curation startups
Published on: Jan. 29, 2026, 8:47 p.m. | Source:
Business Today
India’s GenAI boom is real, but the Economic Survey highlights a missing layer—startups focused on curating training data, a gap that could define the next AI opportunity.
Why India’s Gen AI rush creates 13x more startups, but funding rises just 1.6x
Published on: Jan. 29, 2026, 8:13 p.m. | Source:
Moneycontrol
The 688-page Economic Survey suggests that lower entry barriers, rising demand for productivity-led GenAI solutions, and continued capital concentration in infrastructure have enabled rapid startup formation without a commensurate rise in overall funding.
From starting up to scaling big: Women’s asks from Budget 2026
Published on: Jan. 29, 2026, 6:10 p.m. | Source:
India Today
For many women entrepreneurs, the ask from Budget 2026 is clear: help them grow bigger. After years of startup-focused policies, they now want support that enables scale, competitiveness and long-term sustainability.
Viewers on Reddit are debating Shark Tank India’s growing focus on entertainment, with many praising Amazon’s Bharat Ke Super Founders for prioritising business, numbers, and serious startup discussions over drama.
From Orphanage To Forbes: How A Jaipur Duo’s Startup Is Redefining Social Impact
Published on: Jan. 29, 2026, 4:38 p.m. | Source:
News18
Driven by purpose, this Jaipur duo is changing lives through CLIC. Their work empowering care leavers has earned them a place on Forbes India’s 30 Under 30!
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Government needs a startup mindset, merely making rules isn't enough: Economic Survey
Published on: Jan. 29, 2026, 2:41 p.m. | Source:
Livemint
Under such an approach, the state acts before certainty emerges, structures risk rather than avoiding it, learns systematically from experimentation, and corrects course without paralysis, the Economic Survey said.
Founded in 2025 by Rishi Pardal and Shiva Subramanian, Biopeak operates India's first specialised brand aimed at extending lifespans through preventive care. It opened a clinic in Bengaluru last year, and plans to open a second one in the coming month.
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Cognizant has partnered AI startup Cognition to integrate AI engineer Devin and Windsurf into enterprise software development and engineering transformation programmes.
Chakra Growth Fund and Thinkuvate also participated in the funding round of the deeptech startup that’s developing magnet-free electric motors and control systems. It has begun commercialising parts of its electronics stack and is working with multiple large OEMs in India and overseas.
In January Bolna AI, a Y-Combinator startup, raised $6.3 million, Ringg AI raised 5.5 million and ArrowHead raised $3 million, with Voice AI startups such as Navana AI, Vaani AI and JobsUPI are looking to raise funds, founders told ET.
Kerala Startup Mission invites expressions of interest for innovation ambassadors to promote social entrepreneurship
Published on: Jan. 29, 2026, 3:28 a.m. | Source:
Times of India
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM) invited expressions of interest (EoI) from individuals to be empanelled as innovation ambassadors (I.
CM unveils Rs 100cr target venture fund to back Mizoram startups
Published on: Jan. 28, 2026, 10:50 p.m. | Source:
Times of India
Aizawl: Mizoram CM Lalduhoma on Wednesday launched the Mizoram Bana Kaih (Hand Holding) Venture Capital Fund and the Startup Readiness Level (SRL) fra.
Secret Alchemist raises $3 million to grow clean fragrances and offline presence across India
Published on: Jan. 28, 2026, 9:52 p.m. | Source:
CNBC TV18
Clean fragrance startup Secret Alchemist plans to use its newly raised $3 million seed funding to accelerate product innovation, strengthen its team, and build offline discovery touchpoints, as it targets deeper penetration in tier-two India and prepares for an international foray into markets like the UAE and Europe.
Government Expands Startup Definition to Fuel Innovation Surge
Published on: Jan. 28, 2026, 9:41 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
The government plans to broaden the definition of startups, including deep-tech and cooperatives, to enhance the startup ecosystem. This move aims to support innovation and commercial product development, with over 2 lakh entities already registered. Startups receive various incentives, including tax benefits, to foster growth.