Seven startups to receive ₹30 lakh funding each along with structured mentoring and business support. Key Highlights New Delhi, July 3, 2026: The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has reaffirmed its commitment to India’s startup ecosystem through its participation in the FICCI Mercedes-Benz Bharat Innovation &...
Delays in patent approvals are hurting inventors, startups, and commercialization of breakthrough technologies, says Dr. Harilal Bhaskar. Key Highlights New Delhi, June 25, 2026: India must urgently reform its patent ecosystem to prioritize speed, commercialization, and real-world impact rather than merely increasing the number of patent filings, according to innovation...
Indian startups are demonstrating remarkable resilience amid global economic uncertainties, with a notable surge in venture capital funding. Despite a challenging global landscape, India’s venture capital activities have surged, signaling renewed confidence in its startup ecosystem. As India emerges as a key player in the global venture scene, the question...
India has witnessed a remarkable surge in the startup ecosystem, with the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) recognizing an impressive 117,254 startups till December 31, 2023. This thriving landscape has not only contributed significantly to economic growth but has also paved the way for the creation...
Fund of Funds for Start-ups (FFS) launched by the government in 2016, facilitates the funding needs for start-ups. Although this SIDBI-managed fund is primarily focused on early-stage funding for young enterprises, as many as eighteen FFS’s start-up firms have already achieved unicorn status. The CRISIL report highlights the encouraging overall...
With a low-to-moderate risk of business disruption; moderate-to-high stability of financial environment; and a high-to-moderate regulatory environment, these tier 2 cities are rapidly turning into new IT hubs or technology hubs for a large number of tech companies in the country. Many tier 2 cities of India dole out a...
Indian startups can anticipate a sense of relief in the near future, as investors are foreseeing a resurgence of funding opportunities within the next six to twelve months. This comes after a prolonged period of limited funding availability which is often referred to as the funding winter. About 50% of...
The Indian government has recently implemented tax laws that grant angel tax exemption to boost the startup ecosystem in India. These measures aim to provide a favourable regulatory environment, and encourage entrepreneurs and angel investors alike. IBT examines the recent tax laws in India, highlighting the significance of angel tax...
The startup ecosystem in India has been developing rapidly, leading to an increase in investments directed towards new startups. This indicates that founding teams with innovative ideas are capable of attracting investments, even during the ongoing funding winter. Despite this challenging time, investment in early-stage startups has been witnessed in...
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