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