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How Sebi's exit review may reshape delisting playbook for companies

Published on: June 13, 2026, 2:47 p.m. | Source: Business Standard

The review extends Sebi's broader push to make market entry and exit less cumbersome, with startup listings and NRI know-your-customer rules also under focus

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Mumbai Founder Hires 64-Year-Old Intern, Calls It Startup's 'Best Decision'; Internet Asks 'Why Is He An Intern?'

Published on: June 13, 2026, 2:21 p.m. | Source: News18

A Mumbai founder’s decision to onboard a 64-year-old intern has gone viral online, with many praising the move as a powerful reminder that experience nesver goes out of style

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Viral: At 64, he became an intern again, and the internet loved his story; Watch full video here

Published on: June 13, 2026, 12:25 p.m. | Source: Zee News

A video shared by Mumbai-based startup founder Joshua Salins has gone viral on social media after he introduced an unusual member of his team a 64-year-old intern.

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This startup wants to drop Indian astronauts from edge of space on a balloon

Published on: June 13, 2026, 12:01 p.m. | Source: India Today

Red Balloon Aerospace says its high-altitude balloons can test capsules and train crews before space missions. The company sees the stratosphere as a low-cost way to support Gaganyaan and future lunar plans.

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Mumbai startup founder hires 64-year-old intern, video leaves internet smiling

Published on: June 13, 2026, 11:21 a.m. | Source: India Today

Mumbai founder Joshua Salins shared a viral video of his 64-year-old intern at Hobby Tribe. The clip sparked praise for age diversity, mentorship and lifelong learning in startups.

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Mumbai Startup's 64-Year-Old Intern Wins Hearts Online; Founder Calls It Best Decision'

Published on: June 13, 2026, 10:19 a.m. | Source: NDTV.com

A Mumbai startup founder's decision to bring a 64-year-old intern on board has gone viral, with social media users praising the move and celebrating experience over age.

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'Do what you love, Papa': How a daughter inspired her 44-year-old laid-off dad to launch a startup

Published on: June 13, 2026, 8:18 a.m. | Source: Hindustan Times

A founder celebrated his "layoff anniversary" on LinkedIn, sharing how his daughter’s words inspired him to launch a startup. | Trending

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Bengaluru man worked with Goldman Sachs. Four years later goes to its iconic New York office to pitch his AI company: 'All because I took one call'

Published on: June 13, 2026, 8:01 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times

Ishaan Godha, a startup founder, recently returned to Goldman Sachs' New York headquarters. Four years ago, he was an analyst dreaming of being there. Now, he pitched his AI company, securing an investment offer. This journey from employee to entrepreneur has resonated online, inspiring many. Godha's success highlights the transformative power of taking a chance and building a vision.

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Jeff Bezos' startup Prometheus does not have any corporate ties with Amazon or Blue Origin; as Bezos says: It deserves ...

Published on: June 13, 2026, 7:52 a.m. | Source: Times of India

Tech News News: Prometheus, the AI startup Jeff Bezos co-founded with former Google executive Vik Bajaj, announced that it has raised $12 billion in a Series B round,.

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Meet Vik Bajaj: Indian-origin scientist helping Jeff Bezos build Prometheus, world’s most highly valued AI startup

Published on: June 13, 2026, 2:06 a.m. | Source: Times of India

Trending News: More than four years after leaving Amazon, Jeff Bezos is back in the game. The billionaire announced in 2025, that he would be serving as the co-chief.

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UT to lease out Chandigarh IT Park incubation centre space for startups, invites applications

Published on: June 13, 2026, 1:58 a.m. | Source: The Tribune

In a move aimed at strengthening the startup ecosystem and accelerating the Government of India’s Startup India initiative, the UT Administration has initiated the process of leasing vacant space at the Entrepreneur Development Centre (EDC) in Rajiv Gandhi IT Park to budding entrepreneurs and startups.

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Mumbai founder hires 64-year-old intern, calls it startup’s ‘best decision’

Published on: June 12, 2026, 10:55 p.m. | Source: Hindustan Times

A Mumbai founder brought a 64-year-old intern on board, praising his experience and ability to motivate the team. | Trending

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How Oda Class is defying India’s edtech slowdown with AI

Published on: June 12, 2026, 8:48 p.m. | Source: The Financial Express

Indian education tech startup Oda Class approached the chronic issue of online student engagement with a unique operational framework.

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Cricketer Rohit Sharma invests in fitness startup FITTR

Published on: June 12, 2026, 8:15 p.m. | Source: News18

Cricketer Rohit Sharma invests in fitness startup FITTR

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He coded at 7, drove a Lamborghini at 18, sold his AI startup at 19 - Now building an alarm clock

Published on: June 12, 2026, 8:14 p.m. | Source: The Financial Express

Zach Yadegari, a 19-year-old tech prodigy, is revolutionising AI and hardware startups with innovations like Flow Alarm, tackling morning routines and achieving multimillion-dollar exits early in his career.

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How a 22-year-old Indian techie dropped out to build an AI startup

Published on: June 12, 2026, 7:59 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times

A 22-year-old Indian entrepreneur, Kinjal Nandy, has secured significant pre-seed funding for his AI startup, Sonatic, at a ₹191 crore valuation. Backed by prominent Silicon Valley investors, Nandy left Cornell University to focus on developing adaptive AI systems that assist users beyond simple prompts, aiming to shift workflows towards outcomes.

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Laid off by Amazon and Microsoft in 3 years, techie shares the golden rule for surviving AI-era job loss

Published on: June 12, 2026, 7:56 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times

After being laid off by Amazon and Microsoft within three years, tech professional Dave Lewis was forced to rethink his career path in an industry increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence. The former Google employee eventually joined an AI startup after deciding to focus on roles that align with emerging technologies and long-term growth. His story comes at a time when AI-related layoffs are rising.

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SEBI to review delisting rules and simplify capital market processes

Published on: June 12, 2026, 7:54 p.m. | Source: The Hindu Business Line

SEBI will review delisting norms, simplify market processes and ease investor exits while working on KYC reforms and startup listing rules.

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Jeff Bezos-backed AI startup Prometheus hits $41 billion valuation after $12 billion funding round; details here

Published on: June 12, 2026, 7:34 p.m. | Source: Livemint

Prometheus raised $12 billion from a heavyweight syndicate of investors, including JPMorgan Chase, Goldman Sachs Group, BlackRock and Bezos himself.

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India’s Fast-Growing Startup Ecosystem Gathers in Surat for 21BY72 Season 5

Published on: June 12, 2026, 6:20 p.m. | Source: NewsX

Surat (Gujarat) [India], June 12: After four successful and impactful editions, 21BY72 – Bharat’s Leading Startup Summit is set to return with its landmark Season 5 on 13th…

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Avataar AI Introduces Varya: Video Generation AI Model Developed For Indian Languages, Culture, And Businesses

Published on: June 12, 2026, 6:04 p.m. | Source: NewsX

Indian AI startup Avataar.ai has launched Varya, an indigenous video-generation AI model designed for India's diverse languages, cultures, and businesses. Developed under the IndiaAI Mission, Varya can create videos from text or images and claims to generate content at significantly lower costs than many global video AI models.

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Sushil Sharma Strengthens National and Community Leadership with Roles at BRICS CCI, ESC and Rotary

Published on: June 12, 2026, 5:58 p.m. | Source: The Tribune

Jodhpur (Rajasthan) [India], June 12: Sushil Sharma, Chairman of Marwari Catalysts Group (MCats Group), continues to expand his leadership footprint across India's investment, export, and entrepreneurship institutions. He currently serves as Executive Director, BRICS Chamber of Commerce & Industry (BRICS CCI); Convenor, ESC Rajasthan Chapter; and Co-Chair, Startup Vertical, Rotary District 3053 (2026-27) roles that together extend his long-standing mission to bring capital, markets, and mentorship to founders beyond India's metros.

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From a Basement Startup to a Global Fashion Brand: The Story of Dimple Design Studio

Published on: June 12, 2026, 5:53 p.m. | Source: The Tribune

New Delhi [India], June 12: When Dimple Katara and Akash Katara started Dimple Design Studio (DDS) in 2020, they had no idea that a small home-based venture would one day serve over 2 lakh customers and ship products worldwide.

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AI Wants to Answer Your Phone Now: Equal AI’s $30 Million Bet on the Future of Call Screening in India

Published on: June 12, 2026, 5:39 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times

Indian startup Equal AI has raised $30 million to expand its AI-powered call screening platform that answers and filters calls on users' behalf. As spam, telemarketing, and service calls continue to overwhelm consumers, the company is betting that AI assistants will become a new layer between people and their communications. The funding reflects growing investor interest in AI agents capable of handling everyday interactions, while raising broader questions about how much of our personal communication we are willing to delegate to machines.

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Marwari Catalysts Group Signs MOU with Tvara to Embed an AI Sales Engine Inside Portfolio Startups

Published on: June 12, 2026, 5:38 p.m. | Source: The Tribune

Jodhpur (Rajasthan) [India], June 12: MarwariCatalystsGroup(MCatsGroup), one of Bharat's leading founder-first MSME and startup ecosystems, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Tvara, the AI sales platform trusted by AWS, Google, Nvidia and Modal. The partnership embeds Tvara's AI 'sales brain' directly into the MCats portfolio, giving founders across seven active markets - India, UAE, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Singapore and Sri Lanka a decisive edge on the metric that decides whether a startup survives: turning leads into revenue.

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21BY72 Season 5 Set to Bring Bharat’s Startup, Business & Investment Ecosystem to Surat on 13-14 June 2026

Published on: June 12, 2026, 5:03 p.m. | Source: The Tribune

Surat (Gujarat) [India], June 12: After four successful and impactful editions, 21BY72 – Bharat’s Leading Startup Summit is set to return with its landmark Season 5 on 13th & 14th June 2026 at Avadh Utopia, Surat, Gujarat. Presented by Arham...

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‘Wild Times’: Uttar Pradesh Software Developer Says US Founder Turned Him Down Over Accent

Published on: June 12, 2026, 5 p.m. | Source: News18

A software developer from Uttar Pradesh shared an unexpected reason he says cost him a chance at a US startup despite matching the role's requirements

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NIT-backed startup makes drone to clean high-rise structures

Published on: June 12, 2026, 3:07 p.m. | Source: Times of India

NIT Trichy-backed Zerowings Aerospace unveils a 25-kg payload hexacopter drone to clean 100m high-rises faster and safer; startup to get Rs25 lakh seed funding.

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Boost for space economy: Government unveils Rs 1,500 crore fund package to scale startup infrastructure

Published on: June 12, 2026, 1:45 p.m. | Source: The Financial Express

Dr Jitendra Singh cited Skyroot Aerospace, Agnikul Cosmos, Pixxel, GalaxEye, Digantara and Dhruva Space as prime examples of India’s growing entrepreneurial and technological capabilities.

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Techie claims startup made her team sleep on office floor, then fired them without pay

Published on: June 12, 2026, 1:29 p.m. | Source: India Today

A techie alleged that a startup made her AI team sleep on the office floor during a high-pressure project before verbally terminating them and withholding May wages. The claims have drawn online outrage, with the employees preserving records and weighing labour action.

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FIFA 2026: Kerala startup designs football-inspired fonts

Published on: June 12, 2026, 1:17 p.m. | Source: The Hindu

Kerala startup Fontspell designs football-inspired fonts, capturing the sport's spirit and energy for fans and designers alike.

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Abu Dhabi startup corridor with launch of Start

Published on: June 12, 2026, 9:13 a.m. | Source: The Tribune

Abu Dhabi's tech ecosystem, Hub71, has partnered with the UAE-India CEPA Council to launch the UAE-India Start-Up Series 2.0. The cross-border programme supports high-potential Indian startups expanding through Abu Dhabi by offering selected founders cash incentives, corporate mentorship, and regional market entry support, with applications opening in July.

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Jeff Bezos' new AI startup comes out of shadows, reaches $41 billion market cap

Published on: June 12, 2026, 6:55 a.m. | Source: India Today

Jeff Bezos is back. The Amazon founder’s new venture, the AI startup Prometheus has raised $12 billion at a $41 billion valuation. Bezos says that the company is doing remarkable work that will help engineers build products faster than before.

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VC contract terms get tougher on founder shares after governance lapses

Published on: June 12, 2026, 6 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times

Venture capital firms are tightening founder contracts, with nearly 76% of Indian startups now allowing the forfeiture of vested shares for misconduct. This "Nuclear Option" aims to deter financial irregularities and governance issues, a trend amplified by recent high-profile startup disputes. Founders are now negotiating for stricter definitions of "cause" and fair value for any clawed-back shares.

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Former Paisabazaar CEO Naveen Kukreja looking to secure $9 million for new wealthtech bet

Published on: June 12, 2026, 6 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times

Former Paisabazaar CEO Naveen Kukreja is reportedly seeking $9 million for his new wealthtech startup, aiming to build a platform for retail investors. The venture will focus on investment advisory, including emergency funds, insurance gaps, and asset allocation rebalancing, while also offering distribution services. This move enters a competitive market with existing players targeting similar demographics.

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Two Jalandhar startups receive state government seed funding

Published on: June 12, 2026, 4:47 a.m. | Source: The Tribune

Two start-ups from Jalandhar received seed funding support under the Punjab government’s startup promotion initiative during the Startup Punjab Seed Funding programme held at the Municipal Bhawan, Chandigarh.

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SpaceX's Celestial Ascent: From Startup to $75 Billion IPO Phenomenon

Published on: June 12, 2026, 1:24 a.m. | Source: Devdiscourse

SpaceX achieved a remarkable milestone by raising $75 billion in its IPO, marking its impressive journey from a startup founded by Elon Musk in 2002 to a powerhouse in the space and satellite industry. The company has delivered significant achievements and faced challenges along the way.

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Modi heads to France, Slovakia as India pushes fresh tech, innovation partnerships

Published on: June 12, 2026, 12:08 a.m. | Source: The New Indian Express

A key highlight of the visit will be the joint inauguration of Bharat Innovates, an initiative aimed at showcasing India’s innovation ecosystem, startup landscape, digital public infrastructure, and advancements in sectors such as defence, space and clean energy.

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Jeff Bezos’ AI startup valued at $41 billion in funding round

Published on: June 11, 2026, 11:16 p.m. | Source: Moneycontrol

Prometheus raised $12 billion in funding from investors, including JPMorgan Chase & Co., Goldman Sachs Group Inc., BlackRock Inc. and Bezos himself

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Why OpenAI bought cloud startup Ona: Key reasons behind the acquisition

Published on: June 11, 2026, 11:13 p.m. | Source: The Financial Express

OpenAI acquires cloud startup Ona to enhance Codex, enable persistent AI agents, strengthen enterprise security, expand cloud execution capabilities, and accelerate AI adoption.

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Microsoft turns to India's Alt carbon for nearly 37,000 tons of carbon removal credits

Published on: June 11, 2026, 10:17 p.m. | Source: Firstpost

Microsoft has signed a three-year deal with Indian startup Alt Carbon to purchase nearly 37,000 metric tons of carbon removal credits generated through enhanced rock weathering

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Karnataka approves innovation, biotech and industry-academia projects worth Rs 27 crore

Published on: June 11, 2026, 10:08 p.m. | Source: Moneycontrol

The state government has cleared four initiatives, including a startup accelerator in Mangaluru, an industry-academia partnership programme, an indigenous surgical robotics project, and expanded genome editing infrastructure.

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OpenAI to buy cloud startup Ona to support artificial intelligence agents

Published on: June 11, 2026, 9:58 p.m. | Source: Livemint

The acquisition, which is yet to be finalized, will see Ona’s team join OpenAI’s Codex initiative

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AI-powered classrooms, governance systems: Karnataka showcases tech-led development model at NITI Aayog meet; seeks Centre's support for Bengaluru infra

Published on: June 11, 2026, 9:46 p.m. | Source: Moneycontrol

CM DK Shivakumar said Karnataka is deploying Artificial Intelligence across education, governance, agriculture and livestock management while pursuing ambitious skilling, startup and infrastructure plans to drive growth.

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Why Jeff Bezos thinks the next AI revolution will happen in factories, not offices

Published on: June 11, 2026, 9:21 p.m. | Source: CNBC TV18

Prometheus founders Jeff Bezos and Vik Bajaj believe the biggest opportunity for artificial intelligence lies beyond chatbots and coding assistants. Their startup is developing AI tools designed to help engineers design, test and manufacture complex products faster, potentially reshaping industries ranging from aerospace and semiconductors to energy and industrial manufacturing.

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Indian Techie Says US Startup Rejected Him For Having A 'Strong' Accent, Internet Reacts

Published on: June 11, 2026, 8:51 p.m. | Source: NDTV.com

In a post on X, Verma alleged that the founder praised his portfolio and technical abilities but declined to move forward because he wanted someone with an American accent.

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What to Know About Drone-Boat Maker Behind Iran Helicopter Crew Rescue

Published on: June 11, 2026, 5:22 p.m. | Source: Hindustan Times

Saronic’s unmanned Corsair plucked two aviators from the Strait of Hormuz; startup is worth $9.3 billion. | World News

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Physical security startup Coram AI raises $35 million co

Published on: June 11, 2026, 5 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times

The San Francisco-based company was cofounded by Ashesh Jain, formerly head of autonomy at Lyft's self-driving division, and Peter Ondruska, who led AI research at Lyft before moving to Toyota's Woven division after it acquired Lyft's self-driving unit in 2021.

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SatSure bags $2.6 million grant to build AI

Published on: June 11, 2026, 4:35 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times

Indian space startup SatSure Analytics received a $2.57 million grant to develop AI models for Earth observation, bolstering the nation's sovereign AI capabilities. This initiative aims to create tailored geospatial intelligence systems, reducing reliance on foreign technology for critical applications like climate management and national security.

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Former Tips Music CEO Hari Nair joins AI content protection startup ContentLens as strategic advisor

Published on: June 11, 2026, 4:14 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times

ContentLens has appointed Hari Nair as a pro bono strategic advisor. Nair previously led Tips Music and held roles at Sony Music India and TikTok. He will guide ContentLens on strategy, investor relations, and partnerships. The company focuses on protecting music IP and identifying deepfakes. This move supports ContentLens' growth in the media and entertainment sector.

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VC Circle Bengaluru Launches With Participation From 40+ VC Firms Managing Over $2.6 Billion AUM

Published on: June 11, 2026, 2 p.m. | Source: Times Now

The room brought together venture capitalists, startup operators, institutional innovation leaders, deep-tech investors, strategic advisors, and ecosystem builders under one platform designed to strengthen meaningful relationships across India’s rapidly maturing startup economy. , Bizz Impact, Times Now

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Is Grok unsafe? Elon Musk’s xAI accused of firing engineer for raising alarm

Published on: June 11, 2026, 1:29 p.m. | Source: The Financial Express

Elon Musk’s AI startup, xAI, faces a whistleblower lawsuit from former engineer Devin Kim over safety concerns and wrongful termination amid issues with the Grok chatbot’s bias and weaponisation risks.

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OpenAI expects to go public 'within the next year,’: Report

Published on: June 11, 2026, 9:53 a.m. | Source: The Hindu

OpenAI ​CEO Sam Altman told staff in a message earlier this ‌week that he expected the AI startup ​to go public “within the next year,” The ⁠Information reported

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Startup Makes Fresh Graduates Sleep On Floor, Later Fires Them Verbally: 'Treated Like Garbage'

Published on: June 11, 2026, 9:15 a.m. | Source: NDTV.com

The techie detailed that the startup treated the employees like 'garbage', and fired them without any prior warning.

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Ethereal Machines raises $28.5 million in series B round led by Avataar Ventures

Published on: June 11, 2026, 6 a.m. | Source: Moneycontrol

Startup plans mega-factory, domestic CNC controller and overseas expansion as India pushes to strengthen precision manufacturing capabilities

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Deeptech startup Ethereal Machines raises $28.5 million from Avataar Ventures, Peak XV, others

Published on: June 11, 2026, 6 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times

Deeptech startup Ethereal Machines secured $28.5 million in funding. This capital will fuel the construction of a large manufacturing facility near Bengaluru. The company will also develop India's first indigenous CNC controller. Expansion of its AI-driven software platform is also planned. New teams will be established in the US and Europe.

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backed 4baseCare raises Rs 128 crore, plans to take its cancer testing platform global

Published on: June 11, 2026, 6 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times

Precision oncology startup 4baseCare has raised Rs 128 crore. This funding will expand its genomics labs globally and scale its AI platform, OncoTwin. The company aims to make precision oncology inclusive for under-represented populations. 4baseCare is also decentralising genomic testing infrastructure in India. This move brings advanced cancer diagnostics closer to patients and doctors.

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Lyft, Baidu to start testing robotaxis in London

Published on: June 10, 2026, 10:48 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times

Chinese tech giant Baidu is set to test its self-driving cars in London soon. Partnering with Lyft, the company aims for commercial operations this year. This move follows a similar announcement from British startup Wayve. While fully driverless rides may take longer, London is poised for a significant shift in its taxi services.

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‘I gave up my H1-B visa because...’: Ex-Microsoft worker explains why he left US and returned to India to build own startup

Published on: June 10, 2026, 10:42 p.m. | Source: Times of India

US News: An ex-Microsoft employee who once won the highly sought-after H-1B visa lottery has returned to India, saying the visa system limited his ability to b.

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Art Directors Guild slams Martin Scorsese for joining AI startup as advisor

Published on: June 10, 2026, 9:36 p.m. | Source: ThePrint

From using 3D technology to de-ageing effects, Martin Scorsese has often used emerging technologies in films.

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Mercedes-Benz Joins Forces with Tytan to Tackle Drone Threats

Published on: June 10, 2026, 8:35 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse

Mercedes-Benz partners with Tytan Technologies, a Munich startup, to develop a mobile system aimed at intercepting drones that pose threats to airports and critical infrastructure. This collaboration is expected to enhance safety and security measures against unauthorized drone activities.

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Rivvun AI raises $7.55 million led by Sitara Capital, 3one4 Capital

Published on: June 10, 2026, 7:30 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times

Rivvun AI, a Seattle and Pune-based startup, has secured $7.55 million in funding led by Sitara Capital and 3one4 Capital. The company leverages AI agents to help large enterprises identify and recover financial losses stemming from operational inefficiencies and contract errors. This capital will fuel go-to-market expansion, product development, and team growth.

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The CA who went home and built a Rs 1,176 cr rural e-commerce startup

Published on: June 10, 2026, 7:20 p.m. | Source: Business Standard

Prasanna Kumar walked away from the corporate life to solve the supply chain problem he saw as a child and built VilCart - an e-com startup for 100,000 kirana stores across rural South India

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256 startups emerge as finalists in Karnataka’s ELEVATE NxT 2026

Published on: June 10, 2026, 6:45 p.m. | Source: The Hindu

Karnataka's ELEVATE NxT 2026 showcases 256 deep-tech startup finalists from 983 applications, spanning sectors like AI, health tech, and more.

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After slamming Anthropic for AI-led layoffs, while hiring engineers at high salaries; David Sacks responds to startup’s latest 'warning' that is in 10,000-plus words

Published on: June 10, 2026, 6:34 p.m. | Source: Times of India

Tech News News: David Sacks, Donald Trump’s former White House AI Czar, has publicly slammed Anthropic following the release of the AI safety lab’s massive, 10,000-wo.

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Reliance-Backed Addverb Plans $100 Mn Fundraise to Build Humanoid Robots

Published on: June 10, 2026, 6:17 p.m. | Source: Outlook Business

Reliance-backed robotics startup Addverb is planning a $100 million fundraise to accelerate its shift from warehouse automation to humanoid and quadrupedal robots, lidar sensors and advanced AI systems. Learn how the company aims to boost global revenue, return to profitability by FY 2027 and position itself among the world’s top robotics players while keeping an IPO as a long-term goal.

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Japanese analytics startup bets on India's developer ecosystem

Published on: June 10, 2026, 6:15 p.m. | Source: News18

Japanese analytics startup bets on India's developer ecosystem

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Workshop to boost startup ecosystem in state

Published on: June 10, 2026, 5:59 p.m. | Source: Times of India

JIIDCO and Startup India held TEJAS workshop in Ranchi to boost Jharkhand startups with awareness on schemes, mentorship, funding, and district outreach.

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Anti-Nvidia data center startup is valued at $1.55 billion in new funding round

Published on: June 10, 2026, 5:58 p.m. | Source: Livemint

TensorWave will use a fresh $350 million to fill more data centers with chips from AMD, an investor.

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Margin play: Why Supertails is doubling down on the lucrative pet healthcare market

Published on: June 10, 2026, 3:03 p.m. | Source: Livemint

With medical services yielding double the margins of retail, the startup is expanding its clinic and pharmacy footprint to anchor itself at the centre of India's formalizing pet economy.

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'You are my slave, I own all your time': Bengaluru startup founder lists down 5 toxic workplace behavior normalised in India

Published on: June 10, 2026, 2:51 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times

A Bengaluru startup founder has ignited an online debate by highlighting normalized "toxic shit" in Indian workplaces. She criticized late-night calls, weekend meetings, public humiliation, and last-minute emergencies, arguing these practices erode employee well-being and blur work-life boundaries. Her post resonated with many professionals who shared similar experiences.

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Paediatric healthcare startup Hoola Health raises $5 million from Peak XV’s Surge, others

Published on: June 10, 2026, 2:26 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times

The Bengaluru-headquartered startup, founded in 2024 by Deeksha Senguttuvan, offers paediatric consultations, vaccinations, diagnostics, developmental assessments and therapy services through neighbourhood clinics, supported by digital tools for parents.

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Bengaluru founder shares 5 toxic behaviours normalised in Indian workplaces

Published on: June 10, 2026, 2:04 p.m. | Source: India Today

A Bengaluru startup founder listed five toxic workplace behaviours in a LinkedIn post. The post drew wide responses from professionals discussing burnout, boundaries and respect at work.

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Ather’s new voice command feature explained: Supported models, functions!

Published on: June 10, 2026, 1:21 p.m. | Source: Times of India

Cars News: Bengaluru-based startup Ather Energy has begun rolling out its Voice on Ather feature to eligible customers, enabling voice-based interaction on selec.

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Meet Jayshree Ullal: Top-ranked Indian-origin woman on America’s richest self-made list with $6.8 billion net worth

Published on: June 10, 2026, 1:18 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times

Jayshree Ullal, ranked No. 7 on Forbes' America's Richest Self-Made Women list with a $6.8 billion net worth, has become a pivotal figure in internet-networking infrastructure. Her strategic vision, technical depth, and leadership at Arista Networks, which she transformed from a startup with no revenue into a cloud powerhouse, underscore her remarkable success in the tech industry.

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Incubated in Pune, this startup founder is turning banana waste into leather

Published on: June 10, 2026, 1:12 p.m. | Source: The Indian Express

By repurposing agricultural waste from India's massive banana harvest, innovator Jinali Mody has developed a plant-based material that slashes carbon emissions and toxic waste

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Addverb is seeking over $100 mn to fund a push into humanoid robots

Published on: June 10, 2026, 1:03 p.m. | Source: Moneycontrol

The startup is investing in new technologies as it eyes growth in areas such as humanoid robots and prepares for a stock market debut in a few years

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Meet Zach Yadegari: US teen founder sold gaming app for $100K, then built $40M Cal AI and now he is going with the 'Flow'

Published on: June 10, 2026, 12:10 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times

Zach Yadegari, based in Miami, achieved two successful startup exits before age 20, selling a gaming site for $100,000 and an AI calorie tracker acquired by MyFitnessPal. He is now launching his third venture, Flow, a physical tech product focused on health and productivity, aiming for another billion-dollar business.

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Art Directors Guild Lashes Out At Martin Scorsese For AI Promotion

Published on: June 10, 2026, 11:11 a.m. | Source: Outlook India

The union criticised Scorsese's recent collaboration with AI startup Black Forest Labs

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Meet Jayshree Ullal: The highest-ranked Indian-origin woman on America's Richest Self-Made Women list with a $6.8 billion fortune

Published on: June 10, 2026, 11:03 a.m. | Source: Times of India

US News: When Jayshree Ullal joined networking startup Arista Networks in 2008, the company had no revenue and fewer than 50 employees. Nearly two decades late.

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Exponent Energy Raises ₹200 Cr To Expand Commercial EV Charging Network

Published on: June 10, 2026, 10:38 a.m. | Source: Outlook Business

Exponent Energy raises ₹200 crore ($21.1 million) to expand its ultra-fast commercial EV charging network across India, backed by 360 ONE Asset, TDK Ventures, Hitachi Ventures and other investors. Learn how the Bengaluru startup plans to scale its proprietary 15-minute charging technology, enter new vehicle categories and strengthen R&D for an electric-first India.

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Galgotias University Partners with 247VC to Launch Entrepreneurship and Venture Excellence Program

Published on: June 10, 2026, 10:18 a.m. | Source: The Tribune

Greater Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], June 10: Galgotias University and 247VC, a leading seed stage venture capital fund, today announced a long term partnership. The collaboration encompasses the launch of the Entrepreneurship & Venture Excellence (EVE) Program, a structured initiative designed to equip students with startup-building frameworks, investor mentorship, and access to institutional capital.

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backed startup wants to rival Nvidia in AI chips: Meet its Indian

Published on: June 10, 2026, 10:12 a.m. | Source: CNBC TV18

D-Matrix challenges Nvidia with its Corsair AI inference chip, promising faster, cheaper, energy efficient workloads as it builds a new data center ecosystem

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Ambani-backed robot startup seeks $100 million to lead in India

Published on: June 10, 2026, 9:47 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times

Reliance-backed robotics startup Addverb Technologies is looking to raise over $100 million to fund expansion into humanoid robots, AI and advanced automation. The company, which generates half its revenue overseas, targets a spot among the world's top 10 robotics firms within five years.

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Punjab grants ₹1.07 crore to 31 startups as Mann pitches entrepreneurship-led growth

Published on: June 10, 2026, 9:46 a.m. | Source: Livemint

Punjab's Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann announced a seed grant of ₹1.07 crore to support 31 startups, emphasizing innovation and entrepreneurship as vital for the state's economic future. This initiative aims to create jobs and retain local talent while enhancing startup ecosystem in Punjab.

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Art Directors Guild slams Martin Scorsese for ‘turning his back on human artists’

Published on: June 10, 2026, 9:29 a.m. | Source: Telegraph India

The guild issued a statement criticising Scorsese’s recent collaboration with AI startup Black Forest Labs

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Sam Altman-Led $2.5 billion Startup Eyes Layoffs Amid Preparations For OpenAI IPO

Published on: June 10, 2026, 8:47 a.m. | Source: Times Now

The startup has attracted significant investor interest, raising funding at a reported $2.5 billion valuation. , Companies, Times Now

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‘They are the problem, not you’: Bengaluru founder lists five toxic habits normalised in Indian workplaces

Published on: June 10, 2026, 7:24 a.m. | Source: Hindustan Times

"None of this is okay," warned a Bengaluru startup founder in a viral social media post targeting toxic Indian corporate cultures. | Trending

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Battery tech startup Exponent Energy raises ₹200 cr in Series B extension

Published on: June 10, 2026, 6 a.m. | Source: Livemint

Exponent Energy has raised ₹200 crore in a Series B extension co-led by 360 ONE and TDK Ventures to expand its EV fast-charging network, retrofit business, and highway infrastructure for commercial vehicles.

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Exponent Energy bags Rs 200 crore funding as it pivots from charging startup to energy company

Published on: June 10, 2026, 6 a.m. | Source: Business Today

In an interview with Business Today, Vinayak said the company is transitioning from being an energy technology startup focused on R&D to a full-fledged energy company focused on scale.

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Exponent Energy secures Rs 200 crore funding from 360 ONE Asset, TDK Ventures

Published on: June 10, 2026, 6 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times

Exponent Energy, an EV charging startup, has secured Rs 200 crore in a funding round co-led by 360 ONE Asset and TDK Ventures. The company plans to expand its rapid charging network for commercial electric vehicles across India. This funding will support network expansion beyond Bengaluru and Delhi, new vehicle segments, and R&D.

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Exponent Energy raises Rs 200 crore led by 360 ONE Asset, TDK Ventures

Published on: June 10, 2026, 6 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times

Exponent Energy, an EV charging startup, has secured Rs 200 crore in a funding round co-led by 360 ONE Asset and TDK Ventures. The company plans to expand its rapid charging network for commercial electric vehicles across India. This funding will support network expansion beyond Bengaluru and Delhi, new vehicle segments, and R&D.

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'India feels more vibrant than US': NRI woman on Green Card queue says choosing Bengaluru over San Francisco was the right decision

Published on: June 10, 2026, 2:23 a.m. | Source: Times of India

US News: 38-year-old Astha Chaturvedi, a startup founder, moved to Bengaluru along with her family, including a kid and a pet, leaving behind San Francisco and.

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Anthropic opens up its most powerful AI yet, but with strict safety limits

Published on: June 9, 2026, 11:25 p.m. | Source: CNBC TV18

AI startup Anthropic has launched Claude Fable 5, its most advanced publicly available model to date, while imposing restrictions on sensitive topics such as cybersecurity and biology. The launch comes as the company expands a programme that uses AI to identify software vulnerabilities and prepares for a potential stock market debut.

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Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia entrepreneur denied US visa despite building company with 100+ employees

Published on: June 9, 2026, 9:40 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times

An Indian entrepreneur, Swapnil Srivastav, was denied a US tourist visa despite building a successful venture-backed startup employing over 100 people. Officials cited insufficient ties to India, a common hurdle for founders. Srivastav, who co-founded a bamboo kidswear brand, expressed surprise, highlighting his deep involvement and family connections. The experience has ignited discussions among Indian entrepreneurs facing similar visa challenges.

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Punjab CM Bhagwant Singh Mann Distributes Rs 1.07 Crore Seed Grants To 31 Startups

Published on: June 9, 2026, 7:43 p.m. | Source: News18

Punjab CM Bhagwant Singh Mann grants Rs 1.07 crore seed funding to 31 startups in sectors like agriculture and AI, under Punjab Startup and Industrial Policy 2026

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Founder claims US rejected visa application over lack of ties to India

Published on: June 9, 2026, 7:40 p.m. | Source: India.com

Swapnil Srivastav, an Indian startup founder, revealed that his US visa request was turned down because officials believed he lacked adequate ties to India.

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Venture Catalysts earns 3.4x return from partial exit in Rentomojo

Published on: June 9, 2026, 7:35 p.m. | Source: The Hindu Business Line

Venture Catalysts announces a partial exit from Rentomojo, delivering 3.4x returns while continuing to support the startup’s expansion and growth.

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Punjab set to become startup hub of India: Mann

Published on: June 9, 2026, 7:30 p.m. | Source: News18

Punjab set to become startup hub of India: Mann

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Sam Altman’s eye-scanning startup reportedly cuts jobs as OpenAI moves toward IPO

Published on: June 9, 2026, 5:13 p.m. | Source: The Indian Express

Tools for Humanity, the company behind the World Identity Project and Worldcoin, is reportedly conducting layoffs.

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