India’s startup funding ecosystem recently entered a selective investment phase as venture capital (VC) firms tighten their approach and policy uncertainty begins to weigh on investor confidence. While the country remains the world’s third-largest startup ecosystem with more than 150,000 recognised startups, fresh data shows funding
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has announced the Delhi Women Startup Loan Scheme, offering collateral-free loans of up to ₹10 Crore for women-led startups and Self-Help Groups (SHGs) as part of the Delhi Startup Policy 2026. New Delhi is positioning itself as a major startup and innovation
A Bengaluru-based startup, Shoffr, has demonstrated a jaw-dropping expansion by setting up operations in Delhi within just 3 days. The firm leveraged artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline processes that typically take weeks. The progress outlines how AI-led automation is transforming business scalability & operational speed in
A new initiative, ‘Startup Kadapa’, has been launched in Andhra Pradesh to promote youth entrepreneurship in the region of Rayalaseema. The programme focuses on enabling local talent, supporting early-stage ventures and strengthening the startup ecosystem in districts that have historically seen limited industrial growth. Also Read: Bengaluru Tops
Maharashtra has declared its Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy 2026. The policy highlights the strategy to create 15 lakh jobs and position the state as a leading AI hub by 2031. The policy focuses on equipping the digital infrastructure, supporting startups and attracting n global investments. “The initiative
Investors are tightening their criteria for startup funding, with a sharper focus on scalability, revenue clarity and global potential, speakers said at Startup Hub Expo 2026 in New Delhi. The panel discussion, titled “The Investor Lens: What VCs Want in 2026–2030,” brought together venture capital leaders
Women founders and investors addressed concerns regarding equity in funding, mentorship and opportunity at Startup Hub Expo 2026. In a panel session titled "Women in India’s Startup Ecosystem: Driving Innovation, Leadership & Funding," the panellists discussed structural gaps in India’s startup ecosystem despite visible progress
The 33rd Convergence India Expo, held on 23rd- 25th March in New Delhi, placed smart mobility at the centre of India’s technology and startup narrative. The event brought together startups, investors, corporates and policymakers, with a clear focus on accelerating innovation and market access in high-growth
Day 2 of the 33rd edition of the Convergence India Expo 2026 at Bharat Mandapam brought together policymakers, innovators, startups, and global tech leaders for a power-packed day of discussions, announcements, and future-focused collaboration. From AI’s trillion-dollar potential to the digital transformation of food processing,
The Uttar Pradesh government has revised its policies to establish 7 Centres of Excellence (COEs) to boost startup growth. The initiative covers businesses for emerging technologies under its Start-in-UP policy. A total budget of ₹27.18 crore has been allocated for research and development facilities. The aim