Startup & Ecosystem covers the funding rounds, founder journeys, and the strategic support networks—accelerators, VCs, and policy frameworks—that make India a global innovation powerhouse.
Level Up: Krafton Commits $500 Million to Transform India into a Global eSports Hub
The 'Krafon-India' gaming fund has announced a fresh $500M investment into the Indian eSports and game development scene, signaling a new era for Bharat's digital athletes.
Hardware is the New Software: Government Launches ₹10,000 Crore ‘IndiHardware’ Fund
The ‘IndiHardware 2026’ fund has been launched with a ₹10,000 crore corpus to support 500 hardware startups. This move aims to make India a 'Product Nation' alongside its 'Service Nation' status.
Beyond Food: Zomato Launches Hyper-Local Logistics for Bharat’s MSMEs
Zomato has officially launched its 'Hyper-Local Logistics' service for small businesses. Leveraging its massive fleet, the platform now offers 15-minute delivery for everything from local crafts to documents.
The Rise of the "Impact Unicorn": KisanAI Hits $1.5B Valuation
KisanAI has officially become India's first "Impact Unicorn" of 2026. With a $1.5B valuation, this agritech giant is proving that social good and massive scale can go hand-in-hand.
The Deep-Tech Surge: Indian Startups Raise Record $1.2B in First Fortnight of 2026
India's startup scene is witnessing a historic "Deep-Tech" surge, with $1.2B raised in just two weeks. We analyze why VCs are moving away from e-commerce toward Quantum Computing and Biotech.
"Done Building in India": Entrepreneur's ₹4 Cr Tax Battle Exposes Startup Frustration
Despite paying ₹4 Cr in taxes, an Indian entrepreneur voices despair over "constant notices and layered compliance," threatening to quit building in India. Is the 'Ease of Doing Business' a myth for startups in Bharat?