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Brahma AI raises $150 million at $2 billion valuation led by Multiples
Brahma AI has raised $150 million in a funding round led by Multiples Alternate Asset Management at a $2 billion valuation.
Over 70 Startup Applications Received for K-Combinator Program in Mangaluru
Over 70 startup applications have been submitted for the K-Combinator program in Mangaluru.
YNOS secures ₹2.12-crore investment from Gyan Circle Ventures
Startup intelligence platform YNOS has secured ₹2.12 crore in funding from Gyan Circle Ventures.
Americans vandalize Flock cameras as company offers voluntary employee buyouts
Surveillance startup Flock Safety is offering generous voluntary severance packages to employees amidst a surge in contract cancellations and physical vandalism of its cameras.
Thiruvananthapuram to host Social Entrepreneurship Conclave on September 30
The Kerala Startup Mission is hosting a Social Entrepreneurship Conclave in Thiruvananthapuram on September 30 to support social enterprises and launch new initiatives.
Bill Gates-backed fund invests $31.8m in startup building robot-run solar farms
A California startup named Planted has raised $31.8 million in funding to scale its robotic technology for solar farm installations.
Indian Deep Tech Alliance invests ₹2,170 crore in 56 firms
The Indian Deep Tech Alliance announced that its members have invested ₹2,170 crore across 56 deep-tech startups in India over the past year.
Science Ministry and GSSTTBIF launch IdeaForce 2026 startup program in Mysuru
The Central Ministry of Science and Technology collaborates with the GSSTTBIF Centre in Mysuru to launch the IdeaForce-2026 pre-incubation program starting August 5, offering training and financial support to startups.
Bengaluru professional quits corporate job to start water purification business
A social media post claims an individual left an 11 LPA corporate job in Bengaluru to earn higher income running a water purification business in their hometown.
ISRO Chairperson lauds role of public-private partnerships in India space sector
ISRO Chairperson V. Narayanan stated at the Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology convocation that the successful launch of Vikram-1 by Skyroot Aerospace reflects the strength of India's public-private partnership in the space sector.
Mahindra Last Mile Mobility reaches unicorn valuation and plans 2027 IPO
Mahindra Last Mile Mobility reached unicorn valuation status and confirmed a 2027 IPO plan.
Indian private space sector funding crosses 870 million dollars
India's private SpaceTech sector has raised over $870 million in cumulative funding according to a Tracxn report.
Gujarat startup Avore launches three new electric motorcycle models in India
Gujarat-based startup Avore launches three electric motorcycle models with prebooking options in the Indian market
Indian tech entrepreneur steps down after returning two million dollars in funding
Former technology entrepreneur Aditi Sinha returned $2 million in investor funding and stepped down from her co-founded startup due to burnout.
Kerala Agricultural University launches entrepreneurship programme and distributes startup grants
Kerala Agricultural University launched an entrepreneurship programme and disbursed startup grants under the PM RKVY-RAFTAAR scheme.
Social Alpha launches clean energy acceleration programme for Indian start-ups
Social Alpha has launched the Techtonic clean energy acceleration programme with partners including NITI Aayog and Tata Power to support Indian start-ups.
Demis Hassabis cites funding needs for Google acquisition of DeepMind
Demis Hassabis explains that DeepMind's 2014 sale to Google was driven by the need for $7 billion in funding to compete with global tech giants.
IIT Delhi graduates launch cattle trading platform valued at 565 crore rupees
IIT Delhi graduates Neetu Yadav and Kirti Jangra founded Animall Technologies, a cattle trading digital marketplace valued at Rs 565 crore.
Runway showcases diverse startups at Grant Demo Day in Delhi and Bengaluru
Runway, an incubator under Pearl Academy, holds its Grant Demo Day 2026 in Delhi and Bengaluru to showcase startups across sectors like AI and HealthTech.
Raghu Vamsi Aerospace Group raises 40 million dollars for global expansion
Raghu Vamsi Aerospace Group (RVAG) has raised $40 million in a recent funding round led by Norwest and Skegen Asset Management to expand manufacturing capacity in India, the UK, and the USA.
Amaravati logistics startup Bringgg secures 40 lakh rupees in investment
Amaravati-based logistics startup Bringgg, founded by Visruthi Yellapu, secured ₹40 lakh in initial technology infusion investment from two non-resident Indians to fund expansion into four new business verticals.