New Delhi: Few entrepreneurs have influenced India’s startup ecosystem as consistently as Deepinder Goyal. Over the years, the founder has transformed Zomato from a restaurant discovery platform into a diversified technology-driven business, making his strategic decisions closely watched across the entrepreneurial community. The company’s evolution reflects broader changes within India’s consumer technology sector. What began as a food-tech business gradually expanded into food delivery, logistics and quick commerce. This willingness to adapt has helped the company remain relevant despite changing market conditions and intense competition. One of Goyal’s most significant moves was the acquisition of Blinkit. Initially viewed as a…
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New Delhi: The Indian government has removed the mandatory 20% local sourcing requirement for satellite communication (satcom) companies, marking an important policy change aimed at encouraging greater investment in India’s fast-growing space and telecom sectors. While the local sourcing rule has been withdrawn, the government has made it clear that strict national security checks and regulatory approvals will continue to remain in place for all satellite communication service providers operating in the country. Industry experts believe the policy change could make India a more attractive destination for global satellite companies looking to expand broadband and communication services. The move is…
New Delhi: India’s startup ecosystem has once again demonstrated its resilience by raising nearly $10 billion in funding during 2026, according to data released by Tracxn. The strong investment performance comes even as startup funding across many global markets remains under pressure due to economic uncertainty and cautious investor sentiment. The latest figures show that India continues to rank among the world’s largest startup ecosystems, supported by a growing number of technology companies, expanding digital infrastructure, and rising investor confidence. Artificial Intelligence, fintech, enterprise software, electric mobility, healthcare technology, and climate-tech emerged as some of the biggest investment sectors this…
New Delhi: The Indian startup ecosystem is buzzing after boAt co-founder and Shark Tank India judge Aman Gupta hinted at what he called “Aman 2.0” in a recent social media post. While Gupta stopped short of revealing details, the teaser has sparked widespread speculation among entrepreneurs, investors and startup enthusiasts about his next major venture. Over the past decade, Aman Gupta has become one of India’s most recognizable startup faces. Under his leadership, boAt grew from a small audio accessories brand into one of India’s leading wearable and consumer electronics companies. Industry estimates suggest boAt commands a significant share of…
Mumbai: Business leader Mukesh Ambani believes India’s next phase of growth will be driven by technology, digital services, artificial intelligence, and advanced manufacturing. Speaking about India’s future opportunities, Ambani highlighted how the country is rapidly becoming one of the world’s most important digital economies. India currently has more than 950 million internet users, making it one of the largest online markets globally. Digital payments have also seen explosive growth, with UPI transactions crossing billions every month. According to industry estimates, India’s digital economy could contribute nearly 20% of the country’s GDP by the end of this decade. Ambani has repeatedly…
New Delhi: Meta has appointed Kunal Shah to lead its WhatsApp initiatives in India, highlighting the company’s growing focus on digital payments and financial services. India is WhatsApp’s largest market, with more than 500 million users, making it a key destination for Meta’s long-term growth. The appointment comes at a time when WhatsApp is expanding its payment services to compete with platforms such as Google Pay and PhonePe. Industry experts believe Kunal Shah’s experience in building consumer-focused fintech products through CRED will help Meta strengthen its position in India’s digital payments ecosystem. India’s digital payment market has witnessed remarkable growth…
Bonn, Germany: s climate impacts intensify across the globe, a growing consensus is emerging that water must move from the periphery to the centre of climate governance. Against this backdrop, India Water Foundation (IWF), in partnership with CICERO (Center for International Climate Research) and the AKO Foundation, convened a High-Level Policy Dialogue on “Cross-Sector Partnerships for Water Security in a Climate Resilient World” an official side event of the 64th Sessions of the UNFCCC Subsidiary Bodies (SB64) at the World Conference Center Bonn (WCCB), Germany. Bringing together distinguished policymakers, scientists, researchers, and development practitioners, the Dialogue explored how water can…
Surat: In a unique tribute to Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi, ISGJ Jewellery College and diamond technology company Lexus SoftMac have jointly created a 10.07-carat premium brown diamond sculpture replicating his side-profile. The custom-manufactured diamond was conceptualised in recognition of Sanghavi’s contribution to the development of Gujarat, and in particular, his support for the diamond industry. The project brought together advanced design technology, precision planning and specialised manufacturing expertise. While the conceptualisation, source-image analysis, facial mapping and 3D planning were undertaken by ISGJ Jewellery College, the cutting, polishing and execution of the diamond sculpture were carried out by Lexus…
New Delhi: Shares of several Adani Group companies have once again attracted investor attention as market analysts become increasingly optimistic about the conglomerate’s long-term growth prospects. Improved financial performance, expansion across infrastructure sectors and continued investment in future-focused industries have contributed to a more bullish outlook. Over the last few years, the Adani Group has significantly expanded its presence across ports, airports, renewable energy, power transmission, data centres and logistics. The conglomerate’s integrated business model has allowed it to benefit from India’s growing infrastructure requirements and rising energy demand. Analysts point to strong execution capabilities as one of the group’s…
New Delhi: The Tata Group is accelerating investments in semiconductors, clean energy, electric mobility, and advanced manufacturing as it prepares for the next phase of industrial growth. The group’s strategy reflects global trends that are reshaping industries and creating new opportunities for businesses worldwide. Semiconductors have become one of the most valuable components in the modern economy. They power smartphones, computers, vehicles, industrial equipment, and countless electronic devices used daily. Global demand for chips has increased significantly over the past decade, highlighting the importance of building strong domestic manufacturing capabilities. India has been encouraging investments in semiconductor manufacturing as part…

