A few years down the line, I would like to venture into building something of my own – possibly a startup in the consumer space, says IIT Madras student Vatsal Gosalia.
Published on: March 15, 2026, 10:17 a.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
Baby Forest, a Noida-based startup specializing in ayurvedic baby skincare products, plans to expand its sales network by opening 100 kiosks in premium babycare hospitals. The company targets a revenue of Rs 250 crore in the next five years, focusing on premium hospital and mall locations.
Published on: March 15, 2026, 6:11 a.m. | Source:
Times of India
Noida: The Centre for Medical Innovation–GIMS Foundation at Government Institute of Medical Sciences , has signed anMoU with Mahayogi Gorakhnath Unive.
Tamil Nadu Industrial Development Corporation, Tidco, is injecting ₹25 crore into space-tech firm AgniKul Cosmos and electric mobility startup Raptee Energy. This marks the initial phase of the Tidco Startup Investment Policy 2025. The initiative aims to strengthen the state's startup financing ecosystem. Tidco is rebranding as a venture catalyst to support future growth sectors.
The latest investment would help accelerate Agnikul's operational readiness, supporting the scaling of its aerospace manufacturing capabilities, advancing its stage recovery program, and strengthening the development of its integrated space campus on the 300 acres allocated by the Tamil Nadu government near Kulasekharapatnam.
Ember Cookware aims for ₹100 crore ARR by 2027 as demand grows for non-toxic kitchen products in India. The startup raised $3.2 million to expand innovation and reach.
Explore the top new book releases of 2026, featuring Lloyd Blankfein’s memoir Streetwise, Safeena Husain’s startup guide, and a deep dive into the strategic ties between Chanakya and Sun Tzu.
employee Yann LeCun gets Alex LeBrun as CEO of his startup days after setting ‘Europe record’
Published on: March 14, 2026, 6:19 p.m. | Source:
Times of India
Tech News News: Even as Yann LeCun's AI startup raised more than $1 billion in seed funding, it appointed a new CEO. Entrepreneur and former Facebook researcher Alex .
Hired after 5 interviews, fired in 2 weeks over a draft email grammar mistake
Published on: March 14, 2026, 5:59 p.m. | Source:
India Today
A product support associate at a Canadian fintech startup was fired just two weeks after joining the company. The employee, hired after five interview rounds, was reportedly fired over a grammatical mistake in a draft email.
TIDCO to invest Rs. 25 crore each in Raptee Energy and AgniKul Cosmos, Industries Minister TRB Rajaa hands over approval letters
Published on: March 14, 2026, 4:20 p.m. | Source:
The Tribune
The board of the Tamil Nadu Industrial Development Corporation (TIDCO) has approved an investment of Rs 25 crore each in space tech startup AgniKul Cosmos and electric mobility startup Raptee Energy under the TIDCO Startup Investment Policy 2025. According to a press release by TIDCO, 'These investments mark the first deployments under the policy and signal the Government of Tamil Nadu's decision to directly support high-potential startups emerging from the state's deep-tech and advanced manufacturing ecosystem.'
Noida Man’s Sick Leave Gets Denied By Founder: ‘Mark This As Leave Without Pay’
Published on: March 14, 2026, 2:36 p.m. | Source:
Times Now
A Noida man’s sick leave was allegedly not only denied by his startup founder, but it was also marked as a “leave without pay” after the founder refused to approve “same-day leaves”., Viral, Times Now
‘Needed ₹80 lakh…got ₹1.9 crore’: Mumbai sports startup co-founder says X post helped him to raise funds
Published on: March 14, 2026, 12:44 p.m. | Source:
Livemint
A Mumbai entrepreneur raised ₹1.9 crore for his startup UP&RUN through a single post on X. The founder, Chanakya Shah, initially sought ₹80 lakh but received overwhelming support.
Elon Musk's ketamine use can't be probed in OpenAI fraud trial
Published on: March 14, 2026, 9:32 a.m. | Source:
Moneycontrol
The trial, scheduled to begin April 28, will revisit the founding years of OpenAI a decade ago, its falling out with Musk and Microsoft Corp.’s subsequent $13 billion investment in the startup.
Kalanick is betting that task-specific machines are the key to improving industrial productivity. He is expanding and renaming City Storage Systems, the startup he started building after leaving the ride-hailing giant.
Published on: March 13, 2026, 10:55 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
Punjab is planning to set up a dedicated startup hub in Mohali, inspired by South Korea's Pangyo Techno Valley, to transform the city into a Silicon Valley-like environment. The initiative aims to boost innovation, provide competitive energy rates, and attract top talent while promoting international trade and investment.
Launched in 2017 by Y Combinator, one of the world’s most influential startup accelerators and early-stage VC firms, Startup School is a free online course that offers personalised coaching and lectures for aspiring founders. The India leg of the school will target engineers, builders, and entrepreneurs interested in the startup ecosystem.
Elon Musk has triggered a fresh wave of job cuts at his AI firm xAI, with more cofounders pushed out amid his dissatisfaction with the underperformance of the startup's coding division, the Financial Times reported on Friday.
Ben Affleck, the successful filmmaker, has ventured into the tech world with the sale of his AI startup, InterPositive, to Netflix for $600 million. This unconventional move highlights the impact of technology in filmmaking and has earned Affleck a Senior Advisor role at Netflix, thanks to his team’s practical approach and partnerships with major directors. | financialexpress.com
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AI agents now hacking other AI? McKinsey system breached in 2 hours
Published on: March 13, 2026, 12:17 p.m. | Source:
India Today
A security startup claims its autonomous AI agent breached McKinsey's internal AI platform in just two hours during a controlled test. The incident shows how AI tools could soon be used to automatically discover and exploit vulnerabilities in other AI systems.
A Bihar engineering student’s decision to accept a Rs 5,000 startup stipend over a Rs 25,000 internship has sparked debate on learning, pay, and work culture.
A Bihar engineering student’s decision to accept a Rs 5,000 startup stipend over a Rs 25,000 internship has sparked debate on learning, pay, and work culture.
Shantanu Narayen, born in Hyderabad in 1963, led Adobe as CEO from 2007, transforming it from boxed software seller to a cloud-based model. With engineering and business education in India and the US, he previously worked at Apple, Silicon Graphics, and founded a startup. He remains board chair, holding patents and global recognition.
Tim Cook marked Apple’s 50th anniversary with an open letter celebrating the company’s journey from a garage startup to a global tech giant. He highlighted landmark products like the Mac, iPhone and Apple Watch, thanked customers and developers, and said Apple remains focused on building the future rather than dwelling on the past.
Pentagon reveals why US Military has banned Claude, labelled Anthropic as supply risk
Published on: March 13, 2026, 9:13 a.m. | Source:
India Today
US Defense Undersecretary Emil Michael has claimed that Anthropic’s Claude AI model could pollute the Pentagon’s supply chain. His comments come at a time when the AI startup is suing the US Department of Defense for being designated as a supply chain risk. Here is everything you need to know.
Exodus of cofounders from Elon Musk's AI startup continues, only ...
Published on: March 13, 2026, 9 a.m. | Source:
Times of India
Tech News News: Elon Musk’s AI startup xAI is witnessing the exodus of cofounders at a continuing pace. As reported by Business Insider, Zihang Dai left the company t.
Elon Musk announces ‘Macrohard’ joint project between Tesla and his AI startup xAI
Published on: March 13, 2026, 1:50 a.m. | Source:
Times of India
Tech News News: Elon Musk has announced a joint project between his electric vehicle company Tesla and his artificial intelligence (AI) startup xAI. Unveiled via a po.
Anthropic's next big opportunity: Experts see India as a potential growth market if US shuns the AI firm
Published on: March 12, 2026, 6:46 p.m. | Source:
Livemint
Tensions rise between Anthropic and the US Department of Defense, as the Pentagon labels the AI startup a supply chain risk. The dispute may open growth opportunities in India, according to experts.
A startup founder’s post about a developer renegotiating salary days before joining has sparked a heated online debate about hiring ethics and salary negotiations in the tech industry.
India’s rapid economic growth is driven by strong GDP expansion, digital transformation, rising domestic demand, infrastructure investment and a young workforce. Economic reforms, foreign investment, manufacturing growth and a booming startup ecosystem have also helped the country become one of the fastest-growing major economies globally.
TNIFMC invests ₹20 cr in semiconductor startup Aheesa
Published on: March 12, 2026, 6:21 p.m. | Source:
Times of India
Chennai: Tamil Nadu Infrastructure Fund Management Corporation (TNIFMC) has signed a definitive agreement to invest ₹20 crore in Chennai-based fabless.
Those worries led to a nearly $1 trillion rout in software stocks last month after heavyweight AI startup Anthropic introduced AI plugins for its Claude Cowork agent, a digital assistant that can automate such tasks. CEOs of software companies have since used their post-earnings conference calls to fight back.
Along with the two investors, Accel’s India outfit is also participating in the transaction, which includes both primary and secondary components. Prosus and Accel India have also picked up stake in Rapido from food and grocery delivery firm Swiggy, which owned 12% of the bike taxi startup. Rapido’s existing backer WestBridge Capital is also investing in this round.
This startup lets you harvest your own mangoes, without owning a mango tree
Published on: March 12, 2026, 4:52 p.m. | Source:
Livemint
As mango season approaches, Indian startup Rent A Tree allows people to lease mango trees for harvesting. Founded by Umesh Damodaran, the company offers fresh, tree-ripened mangoes, ensuring customers receive quality fruits while supporting local farmers through guaranteed prices.
From Rs 28 LPA to Rs 36 LPA: Should salary renegotiation after offer acceptance be allowed? Gurgaon startup founder weighs in
Published on: March 12, 2026, 3:57 p.m. | Source:
Business Today
Jasveer Singh, co-founder and CEO of the dating platform Knot Dating, shared on social media that a backend developer who had initially accepted a job offer tried to renegotiate the salary just days before the scheduled joining date
Kolkata’s Startup, Yes Sir Secures Funding to Expand Men-Only At-Home Massage and Grooming Services across India
Published on: March 12, 2026, 2:52 p.m. | Source:
NewsX
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], March 12: Kolkata-based men’s grooming and wellness startup Yes Sir has secured fresh investment from Kolkata Ventures and Bengal Angel Network, as the fast-growing platform looks to accelerate…
Techie was hired by Gurgaon company with 33% hike. Two days before joining, he sent an email about his 'personal boundary' and a new demand. Founder shares the email
A startup founder's account of a candidate withdrawing a job offer at the last minute after accepting it sparked a debate on salary negotiations. The founder expressed frustration over the candidate's renegotiation attempt, while online users defended professionals exploring better opportunities and understanding their market worth.
Google finalises $32 billion deal to acquire cybersecurity startup Wiz
Published on: March 12, 2026, 1:14 p.m. | Source:
Business Today
Google and Wiz plan to provide a unified security platform to improve the speed of detection, prevention, and response to any kind of security threats.
Vibe coding startup Replit raised $400 million, lifting its valuation to $9 billion, led by Georgian Partners with support from Shaquille O’Neal, Jared Leto, and others. The platform, used by 85% of the Fortune 500, helps users build software and AI apps, with annual recurring revenue soaring to $150 million.
AI startup Sarvam AI partnered with EkStep Foundation and AI4Bharat to launch “Listen at Scale”, using multilingual voice agents for two-way conversations in local languages. The programme reached about 50 lakh users in 31 days across healthcare, agriculture and governance, helping verification, feedback, grievance redressal and policy insights.
Code-generation startup Cursor is discussing a new funding round with investors that could value the company at about $50 billion, Bloomberg News reported. That would be a sharp rise from its $29.3 billion valuation after raising $2.3 billion in the previous round in November.
DPIIT, Voltas Partner to Boost Startup Innovation in Cooling Technologies
Published on: March 11, 2026, 10:41 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
The initiative seeks to accelerate innovation in energy-efficient cooling technologies and smart appliances while enabling startups to address real industry challenges.
KnotDating CEO Jasveer Singh’s viral post about a developer demanding ₹36 LPA days before joining sparks debate on salary negotiation, hiring ethics, and India’s competitive tech job market.
In the run up to its maiden launch, the startup’s chief executive Pawan Kumar Chandana called it a “space taxi,” as it is a small rocket that places satellites in unique orbits through customised missions rather than rideshare launches on larger rockets.
The neobanking startup, which is backed by Peak XV Partners and Alpha Wave Capital, was offering banking services in partnership with Kerala-based Federal Bank. The move is part of a business realignment, and customers can continue to operate their savings accounts through Federal Bank’s official channels, including the FedMobile app.
DPIIT Partners with Voltas to Propel Startup Innovation in Cooling Technology
Published on: March 11, 2026, 8:14 p.m. | Source:
Devdiscourse
The DPIIT collaborates with Voltas to support startups in the cooling and smart appliance sector. This initiative, part of the Startup India program, aims to nurture innovation in HVAC technology and digitalization aspects, providing mentorship and market access to emerging startups.
French startup Scintil Photonics is testing new laser chips for AI servers. These chips use light to move data, a significant upgrade for linking many chips together. Nvidia is investing heavily in this technology. Scintil aims to mass produce these chips, meeting future demand from AI data centers. Several companies are already discussing using Scintil's technology by 2028.
DPIIT Partners With Voltas To Enhance Industry-Startup Collaboration In Cooling Technologies
Published on: March 11, 2026, 7:53 p.m. | Source:
scanx.trade
DPIIT has signed a strategic agreement with Voltas to boost industry-startup partnerships in cooling and smart appliance technologies. The collaboration aims to bridge established manufacturing expertise with innovative startup solutions, fostering technological advancement in the cooling solutions sector and enhancing capabilities in smart appliance technologies.
Noida startup founder questions AI support after boarding pass error: 'Some problems need a human'
Published on: March 11, 2026, 6:46 p.m. | Source:
Hindustan Times
A Noida-based startup founder questioned AI support after a spelling error on his sister's boarding pass caused a delay at Gorakhpur Airport. | Trending
The company won the contracts after intense evaluation, involving more than 600 global competitors, which took nearly 18 months for finalising the deal.
Developer asking for Rs 15 lakh salary increase goes viral, company CEO criticised for not accepting
Published on: March 11, 2026, 4:43 p.m. | Source:
India Today
A startup CEO's post about a developer asking for a salary revision just before joining has gone viral on X. The incident has sparked a debate online about salary negotiations and whether candidates are justified in seeking better pay at the last minute.
Fintech startup Cred has received RBI authorisation to operate as a payment aggregator, allowing it to onboard merchants, collect payments, and manage settlements and refunds. The company now holds two licences, that is, PPI and PA. In FY25, revenue rose 16% to Rs 2,735 crore, while losses fell.
Intern leaves ₹25,000 offer for ₹5,000 stipend, relocates to Bengaluru to join startup. Co-founder tweets
Published on: March 11, 2026, 2:30 p.m. | Source:
Hindustan Times
A founder’s tweet about an intern moving to Bengaluru on a ₹5,000 pay has gone viral. The Internet hailed the intern’s "learning over money" mindset. | Trending
A startup CEO's social media post detailing a developer's last-minute salary renegotiation before joining has ignited debate. The candidate, after accepting a Rs 28 lakh offer, demanded Rs 36 lakh just days before his start date, citing a higher competing offer. This move frustrated the employer, who had halted other hiring efforts.
A Canadian fintech startup has fired a Product Support Associate just two weeks into onboarding after spotting a grammatical error in a draft email. The employee had cleared five rigorous interview rounds and shared their experience on Reddit, sparking debate about high-pressure startup hiring practices. Critics say the decision highlights the challenges and unpredictability of fast-paced startup environments.
Nursing exam prep startup NPrep bags $1.5 million seed funding from Lumikai, others
Published on: March 11, 2026, 1 p.m. | Source:
Moneycontrol
NPrep is an AI-powered education platform designed for nursing students and professionals, helping them prepare for nursing entrance examinations and global healthcare careers.
Nursing exam preparation startup Nprep has secured $1.5 million in seed funding from Lumikai. Founded by AIIMS Jodhpur alumni, the platform provides AI-powered, video-first learning for candidates preparing for nursing entrance exams and government healthcare roles, aiming to expand personalised study tools and reach more nurses across India.
Household-help app Snabbit is discussing fresh funding at about a $450 million valuation. The Bengaluru startup offers instant help for cooking or cleaning. Investors see growth in India’s largely offline home-services market, expected to reach $100 billion, as rising urban incomes drive demand.
The counsel representing the Belagavi-based startup maintained that both the parent company and its Indian subsidiary have been made parties to the case as part of the legal process.
Microsoft backs Anthropic in amicus brief to halt US DOD's 'supply
Published on: March 11, 2026, 8:35 a.m. | Source:
CNBC TV18
Microsoft backs Anthropic's lawsuit against the US Department of Defense, aiming for a temporary restraining order to block the AI startup's supply-chain risk designation.
Microsoft filed a proposed brief supporting Anthropic’s lawsuit seeking to temporarily block the US Department of Defense designation of the AI startup as a supply-chain risk. The company said the decision directly affects it and could cause costly disruptions for suppliers relying on Anthropic’s technology.
West Asia tensions weigh on startup IPO plans, late-stage companies brace for reduced valuations
Published on: March 11, 2026, 8:05 a.m. | Source:
Moneycontrol
GCC-based sovereign wealth funds have invested $9 billion in Indian firms over five years, accounting for about 8% of total ecosystem funding, across 30 rounds, data accessed by Moneycontrol showed.
Chinese AI startup shares satellite images of US assets in West Asia
Published on: March 11, 2026, 2:12 a.m. | Source:
The Tribune
The threat is not just the satellite images but the AI-powered, automated analysis that converts vast amounts of data into actionable intelligence for adversaries, analysts opine.
Chinese AI startup shares satellite images of US assets in W Asia
Published on: March 11, 2026, 2:12 a.m. | Source:
The Tribune
The threat is not just the satellite images but the AI-powered, automated analysis that converts vast amounts of data into actionable intelligence for adversaries, analysts opine.
Elon Musk’s xAI wants to build its own power plant in Mississippi, but why residents are not happy with the plan
Published on: March 10, 2026, 9:57 p.m. | Source:
Times of India
Tech News News: Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence startup, xAI, is seeking permission to build a massive, natural-gas-burning power plant in Southaven, Mississippi..
Former OpenAI CTO Mira Murati’s AI startup Thinking Machines lands massive Nvidia deal: What the companies have to say
Published on: March 10, 2026, 9:53 p.m. | Source:
Times of India
Tech News News: Thinking Machines, the high-profile AI startup founded by former OpenAI chief technology officer Mira Murati, has struck a multi-year partnership with.
Amazon Wins US Court Order Blocking Perplexity's AI Shopping Bots
Published on: March 10, 2026, 9:14 p.m. | Source:
NDTV Profit
Amazon in November filed a lawsuit against the artificial intelligence startup accusing Perplexity of committing computer fraud by failing to disclose when Comet is shopping on a real person's behalf, and refusing to stop when asked by Amazon.
Bengaluru startup’s ₹50 lakh job listing goes viral: CEO says, ‘27+ and under ₹2L? Don’t apply,’ seeks ‘healthy workaholic’
Published on: March 10, 2026, 9 p.m. | Source:
Times of India
Trending News: A recent job post from a Bengaluru startup has grabbed attention across social media. It is not your usual listing of skills and experience. Instead, .
An AI-powered platform, DocXplor, beleives that old land registration records can be digitalised in India. This technology aims to overcome challenges posed by faded ink and varied handwriting, speeding up verification and reducing disputes.
IITian Quits Startup Job, Studies From Home In Bihar, Secures AIR 102 In UPSC Exam
Published on: March 10, 2026, 8:01 p.m. | Source:
NDTV.com
UPSC Success Story: Sharing advice for aspirants, Abhishek Chauhan said preparation strategies vary from person to person, but emphasised the importance of practising previous years' question papers and maintaining consistency.
Thinking Machines Lab, a new AI startup, has secured a major partnership with Nvidia. This deal includes significant investment and access to Nvidia's advanced processors. The collaboration will power Thinking Machines' AI model training. This move highlights the intense competition and demand for computing power in the AI industry.
‘Will Pay, Name Your Price’, Bengaluru Founder’s Bold Request To Rent Vijay Mallya’s Kingfisher Towers Penthouse Goes Viral
Published on: March 10, 2026, 5:46 p.m. | Source:
News18
A Bengaluru-based startup founder has gone viral on social media after publicly asking businessman Vijay Mallya if he could rent the famous penthouse for a birthday celebration.
Hyperloop Games is pivoting to focus on Tier-II, III, and IV Indian cities, aiming to bridge the entertainment gap. The startup secured ₹85 crore in debt funding from Syndicate Finance to establish premium, tech-enabled play zones. This investment will fuel infrastructure, next-gen equipment, and local job creation, with rollout plans already underway in Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, and Karnataka.
New AI-Powered Security Platforms Aim to Protect Enterprises from Phishing and Malware
Published on: March 10, 2026, 3:18 p.m. | Source:
Republic World
TraceX Labs, a cybersecurity startup founded by researchers Santhosh Kumar and Kiran Singh, is expanding its presence in the cybersecurity sector by developing AI-driven technologies designed to protect enterprises and multinational companies from evolving cyber threats.
employee Yann LeCun announces raising seed funding of $1.03 billion, that he says may have set a 'Europe record'
Published on: March 10, 2026, 2:59 p.m. | Source:
Times of India
Tech News News: Yann LeCun, former Chief AI Scientist at Meta and the “Godfather of AI” said his startup Advanced Machine Intelligence has raised $1.03 billion in see.
A Bengaluru startup founder's job post for a Head of Growth role, offering Rs 50 lakh annually, has sparked debate. The listing included unconventional criteria like a salary benchmark tied to age, stating those over 27 earning less than Rs 2 lakh per month should not apply, drawing criticism for potential discrimination.
Bengaluru startup Sarvam AI unveiled its Sarvam-30B and Sarvam-105B models at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi. Built by a team of about 15 young engineers, the 105B mixture-of-experts model reportedly outperforms leading systems on several benchmarks while supporting 22 Indian languages, highlighting India’s growing capability to develop frontier AI models.
For Niharika Kolte Alekar, carving a niche in confined spaces became a gamechanger in an industry more privy to using drone technology outdoors or in external environments.