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Scholar Education Secures $2 Million to Expand AI-Powered Special Education Platform
Tampa-based Scholar Education raised $2 million in seed funding to accelerate the development of its AI-powered platform designed to support students and teachers in special education.
IIT Madras Deep-Tech Fund Reaches ₹450 Crore First Close
IIT Madras and Unicorn India Ventures announce ₹450 crore first close of deep-tech fund, targeting ₹1,000 crore total.
Indian AI Startup Sol Secures $4 Million in Seed Funding
Sol, an Indian AI startup, raised $4 million in seed funding to enhance its email management automation tool.
MIT Solve Awards $1 Million to Ten Innovators
MIT Solve awarded $1 million to ten teams during its Challenge Finals, supporting solutions to global challenges.
Microsoft Opens Fourth India Cloud Region in Hyderabad
Microsoft launched its fourth cloud region in India, enhancing Azure capacity and supporting AI demand on September 22, 2026.
Snorkel AI Secures $350M in Series E Funding at $3.5B Valuation
On September 22, 2026, Snorkel AI announced a $350 million Series E funding round, achieving a valuation of $3.5 billion.
Entrepreneurs First Secures $200 Million to Support Startups
Entrepreneurs First raised $200 million to back early-stage founders and expand its Bengaluru program.
DheyaTech Secures ₹43 Crore for Gas Turbine Engine Production
DheyaTech has raised ₹43 crore to enhance production of indigenous gas turbine engines in India.
India's SpaceTech Sector Raises $871 Million, Skyroot Launches Successfully
India's SpaceTech sector raised $871 million, with Skyroot Aerospace achieving a successful orbital launch on July 18, 2026.
Google.org funds $30 million for AI government projects
Google.org has awarded $30 million to 15 organizations to support AI innovations for public services.
Accel Launches $550 Million Fund for AI and Deeptech Startups in India
Accel has launched a $550 million fund to support early-stage AI and deeptech startups in India.
Activate Launches $105M AI Fund for Indian Startups
Bengaluru-based Activate closes a $105 million fund to support early-stage AI startups in India, exceeding its target by 125%.
Google Selects Four Indian Startups for AI for the Planet Accelerator
Google's AI for the Planet initiative includes four Indian startups focused on sustainability solutions.
Dhruva Space secures funding for satellite platform development
Hyderabad-based Dhruva Space has received Rs 105 crore to develop a new satellite platform as part of Project Garud.
Delhi Programme Grants Rs 10 Lakh to Six Student Startups
The Delhi Startup Yuva Festival awarded Rs 10 lakh grants to six startups, enhancing innovation in various fields.
Indian startups secure $321.9 million in funding within a week
In a significant rebound, Indian startups raised $321.9 million across 20 deals from September 7 to 11, 2026.
37 Indian deep-tech startups showcase innovations at BRICS
Thirty-seven Indian deep-tech startups presented their innovations at the BRICS Bharat Innovates Exposition in Delhi.
Pixxel Secures $100 Million for Spacetech Growth
Indian startup Pixxel raises $100 million in Series C funding, enhancing its capabilities in spacetech.
Indo-Russia Technology Hub Signs Four MOUs at Innoprom India 2026
The Indo-Russia 'Innopraktika' Technology Hub signed four MOUs at Innoprom India 2026, focusing on technology and investment collaboration.
Unacademy Raises $440 Million in Series H Funding Round
Unacademy secures $440 million in funding, boosting its valuation to $3.44 billion.
Mistral AI Secures €3 Billion in Record European Tech Funding
Mistral AI has raised €3 billion, marking the largest funding round for a private European tech firm.
Slice Secures $100 Million Series D Funding
Fintech startup Slice raised $100 million in Series D funding, led by Kado Capital, to enhance its banking technology.
Accel Closes $550 Million Ninth India Fund
Accel has closed its ninth India-focused fund at $550 million, aiming to support AI and deeptech startups.
CrazyGoldFish Receives Startup India Seed Fund for EdTech AI
CrazyGoldFish, an Ed-AI startup, secured funding from the Startup India Seed Fund on September 5, 2026.
54 AI Startups Achieve Unicorn Status in 2026
A report reveals that 54 AI startups reached unicorn status globally in 2026, marking a significant growth in the sector.
India's Sovereign Rating Upgraded to A- by JCR
Japan Credit Rating Agency has upgraded India's credit rating to A-, reflecting strong economic growth and policies.
CrazyGoldFish receives Startup India Seed Fund for AI education platform
CrazyGoldFish, an Ed-AI startup, secures funding to enhance its AI education platform, aiming to streamline educational tools.
Accel Raises $550 Million for AI and Deeptech Startups in India
Accel has closed a $550 million fund aimed at early-stage AI and deeptech investments in India.
India's GDP Grows 7.8% in Q1 FY 2026-27 Driven by Manufacturing
India's GDP rose 7.8% in Q1 FY27, driven by manufacturing and investment demand, reaching ₹81.36 lakh crore.
Excalipoint Secures $68.7M Seed Funding for Cancer Treatments
Excalipoint Therapeutics has raised $68.7 million in a seed financing round to develop T-cell engagers for solid tumors.
CrazyGoldFish Secures Startup India Seed Fund for EdTech AI
CrazyGoldFish received funding to develop AI tools for education under the Startup India Seed Fund.
Gatik Secures $200 Million Series D for Autonomous Freight
Gatik raised $200 million in Series D funding on August 25, 2026, to expand its driverless freight operations.
Insilico Medicine Reports First Profit with $106.3M Revenue
Insilico Medicine achieves its first net profit of $35.54 million alongside $106.3 million revenue in the first half of 2026.
Simpler Today AI receives Rs 20 lakh funding for legal platform
Simpler Today AI has secured Rs 20 lakh to enhance its AI-driven legal services in India.
Delhi Government Supports Six Student Startups with Grants
The Delhi government awarded Rs 10 lakh grants to six student-led startups, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship.
Startup turns farm waste into steady income for small growers
What used to be burned is now sold — cleaner air and a new revenue stream for farmers.
Worker-owned cooperative lifts 2,000 families out of poverty
Profits shared among employees turned a small workshop into a thriving regional employer.
A town's local currency revives its high-street shops
Money that stays local has brought shuttered family businesses back to life.