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Salil Urunkar is a senior journalist and the editorial mind behind Sahyadri Startups. With years of experience covering Pune’s entrepreneurial rise, he’s passionate about telling the real stories of founders, disruptors, and game-changers.
Grade A Office Leasing Surges as GCC Demand Reshapes India’s Commercial Realty
India’s Grade A office market records 58.2 Mn sq. ft. absorption in 2025 as GCC demand, rising rentals and lower vacancy reshape commercial real estate.
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Sukhleen Aneja Appointed CEO of PURE Home + Living
Sukhleen Aneja joins PURE Home + Living as CEO after leading Kay Beauty’s growth at Nykaa and driving its global expansion in the UK.
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India Weekly Funding Tracker 8 May – 14 May 2026: HrdWyr Leads Top Startup Deals This Week
India Weekly Funding Tracker by Sahyadri Startups and Tracxn reports 70.62% drop in startup funding as Indian startups raised $44.3 million during 8-14 May 2026
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KSUM and IAV Launch Virology Innovation Cohort to Support Startups in Virology and AMR
KSUM and IAV launch the Virology Innovation Cohort programme to support startups in virology, diagnostics, therapeutics, genomics and AMR.
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Indian Rider Ashish Limaye Earns Dual Qualification for World Games and Asian Games 2026
Ashish Limaye secures qualification for the World Games and Asian Games 2026 with strong performances at the Sopot equestrian event in Poland.
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KOEL Q4 FY26 Revenue Climbs 24% to ₹1,535 Crore
KOEL Q4 FY26 results show record quarterly sales of ₹1,522 crore, 25% annual net sales growth, and strong profit expansion for FY26.
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ASMS and BITS Pilani to Empower 40 Million Farmers Through Rural Digital Ecosystem
ASMS and BITS Pilani sign MoU to build India’s next-generation Rural Digital Ecosystem, empowering 40 million farmers through AI, IoT and digital innovation.
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BabyBillion Hits 20 Million Subscribers, Dominates Global YouTube Rankings
BabyBillion tops global YouTube charts for seven weeks, crosses 45 billion views, and highlights rising demand for kids’ short-form digital content.
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Bharat Forge Subsidiary Agneyastra Energetics Announces ₹1,500 Crore Defence Manufacturing Facility in Andhra Pradesh
Agneyastra Energetics breaks ground on a ₹1,500 crore strategic defence manufacturing facility in Andhra Pradesh to boost indigenous capabilities.
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UNIQLO Opens 21,000 Sq. Ft. Store at Phoenix Market City Pune
UNIQLO opens its second Pune store at Phoenix Market City, expanding its India presence with LifeWear collections and exclusive launch offers.
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Ayekart Names Gagan Choudhary as Chief Financial Officer
Ayekart appoints Gagan Choudhary as Chief Financial Officer to strengthen financial governance and support long-term business growth.
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IDFC FIRST Bank Launches Business Multiplier Credit Card for Founders and Entrepreneurs
IDFC FIRST Bank launches Business Multiplier Credit Card, an FD-backed metal business card with rewards, zero forex markup and travel benefits.
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India Weekly Funding Tracker: Indian Startups Raise $126 Million Between May 1 and May 7, 2026
India Weekly Funding Tracker reports $126 million in startup funding led by Skyroot Aerospace during May 1–7, 2026.
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Karnataka Tech Funding Q1 2026 Hits $868M Despite Deal Slowdown, Seed Investments Surge
Karnataka Tech Funding Q1 2026 reached $868M across 117 rounds, with seed investments surging 51% despite a sharp decline in deal volume.
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InCred Holdings IPO: Company Files UDRHP-I with SEBI for ₹1,250 Crore Fresh Issue
InCred Holdings IPO filing with SEBI highlights strong PAT growth, rising AUM, diversified lending portfolio, and ₹1,250 Crore fresh issue plans.
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ChinniKrishnan Innovation Awards 2026: CavinKare Invites Nominations from Startups, MSMEs and Students
CavinKare and MMA invite nominations for the 15th Chinnikrishnan Innovation Awards 2026 for startups, MSMEs, innovators, and students.
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KEM Hospital Pune Launches Allergy Clinic to Address Rising Allergic Disorders
KEM Hospital Pune launches Allergy Clinic to tackle rising allergy cases with advanced diagnosis, treatment, and long-term care solutions.
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Poonawalla Fincorp Q4 FY26: PAT Surges 69.6% QoQ to ₹255 Crore, AUM Reaches ₹60,348 Crore
Poonawalla Fincorp Q4 FY26 results: PAT rises 69.6% QoQ to ₹255 crore, AUM at ₹60,348 crore with strong NII growth and stable asset quality.
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Ecofy Secures $15 Million from Mirova to Scale Rooftop Solar and E-Mobility Financing
Ecofy secures USD 15 million from Mirova to expand rooftop solar and e-mobility financing, accelerating India’s clean energy transition.
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Pinetics and Mindgrove Partner to Close India’s Chip-to-Product Gap with Indigenous SoM Solutions
Pinetics partners Mindgrove to integrate indigenous chips into commercial products, bridging India’s chip-to-product gap with SoM innovation.
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KSB Limited Q1 FY26 Sees Steady Growth Backed by NTPC, IOCL, and Export Orders
KSB Limited Q1 FY26 reports stable performance with strong order wins across power, petrochemicals, and infrastructure sectors.
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Ayurvedic Rasayana Therapy Improves Survival in Advanced Pancreatic Cancer
Ayurvedic Rasayana therapy shows improved survival and quality of life in advanced pancreatic cancer, reveals Pune study presented at AACR.
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CrowdStrike Leads 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Cyberthreat Intelligence Technologies
CrowdStrike named Leader in 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Cyberthreat Intelligence Technologies, driving AI-powered threat detection and response.
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Raj Rathi Takes Charge as Head of M&A at Citi India
Raj Rathi joins Citi India as Head of M&A, bringing 15+ years of experience to lead strategic advisory and high-value transactions.
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Mosaic SoC Bags $3.8M Pre-Seed Funding Round Led by Founderful
Mosaic SoC raises $3.8M to develop low-power chips enabling real-time spatial intelligence in wearables, AR glasses, and smartphones.
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India Weekly Funding Tracker: Startup Investments Jump 342.89% to $137M in Apr 24–30, 2026
India Weekly Funding Tracker reports $137M startup funding in Apr 24–30, 2026, up 342.89% week-on-week with early-stage deals dominating.
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Bharat Forge to Acquire 30% Stake in Fortuna Engineering in ₹129.60 Crore Strategic Partnership Deal
Fortuna Engineering partners with Bharat Forge as it acquires a 30% stake to boost growth, expand capabilities, and strengthen global market presence.
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KonveGas Accelerates India Expansion, Seeks Strategic Partnerships at BBB Summit 2026
KonveGas accelerates India expansion at BBB Summit 2026, seeking partnerships to scale composite storage solutions for clean energy growth.
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Leadership Shift at Denave: Sunil Munshi Takes Over as CEO
Sunil Munshi appointed CEO of Denave, marking a strategic shift towards intelligence-led global revenue growth and scalable enterprise expansion.
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Škoda Auto India Partners with CSC Grameen eStore to to Enter Semi-Urban Markets
Škoda Auto India partners with CSC Grameen eStore to expand reach across non-metro India, enhancing last-mile connectivity and accessibility.
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Cubo: ASMS and Huwel to Launch Compact RT-PCR Platform for Decentralised Diagnostics
ASMS and Huwel to launch Cubo, a compact RT-PCR platform enabling decentralised molecular diagnostics and faster point-of-care testing.
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FinTech Funding Q1 2026: India Raises $513M as Deal Count Drops 54%, Signaling Shift to Larger Bets
FinTech Funding Q1 2026 sees India raise $513M as deal count drops 54%, with investors focusing on fewer, larger late-stage bets.
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VIKRAM VT 21: DRDO-Tata Advanced Systems Partnership Delivers Next-Gen Combat Vehicle
VIKRAM VT 21 advanced armoured platform by DRDO and Tata Advanced Systems showcases next-gen mobility, survivability, and firepower capabilities.
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Listed Developers Capture 49% Share of India’s Land Deals in FY 2026: ANAROCK
Listed developers dominate FY 2026 land deals with 49% share, driving real estate consolidation and housing supply across India’s top cities.
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Huwel Lifesciences and ASMS Onboard Singapore-Based Partner to Accelerate Southeast Asia Expansion
Huwel Lifesciences partners ASMS to expand across Southeast Asia, leveraging diagnostics innovation and a Singapore-based commercialization strategy.
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Rajsekhar Datta Roy Named CEO of Sonata Software, To Lead Global Business from May 2026
Rajsekhar Datta Roy appointed CEO of Sonata Software effective May 2026, leading global AI-first strategy and international business transition.
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Metasports Interactive Secures $20 Mn UA Funding from Metica to Scale Hitwicket Globally
Metasports Interactive secures $20 Mn UA funding from Metica to scale Hitwicket globally, boost user acquisition, and drive AI-led gaming growth.
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India Startup Funding Weekly Tracker: Seed Deals Dominate as Funding Hits $22.7M
India Startup Funding Weekly Tracker reports $22.7M funding for Apr 17–23, 2026, marking sharp weekly decline and 100% seed-stage investments.
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nSEPIA Beta Debuts as Nihilent Introduces AI-Powered Emotional Wellness Solution
Nihilent launches nSEPIA Beta, an AI-powered platform to measure, track, and improve emotional wellness with personalised interventions.
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India Notifies Online Gaming Rules 2026, Industry Sees Growth and Investor Confidence Surge
Online Gaming Rules 2026 bring regulatory clarity, boost investor confidence, and strengthen user protection in India’s fast-growing gaming sector.
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kindlife Signs Landmark India-Korea Deal to Build K-Beauty Infrastructure
kindlife partners South Korea to localise K-Beauty supply chain in India, strengthening the India-Korea beauty corridor and expanding market access.
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YES BANK Q4 FY26: Net Profit Surges 44.7% to ₹1,068 Crore, Deposits Cross ₹3 Lakh Crore
YES BANK Q4 FY26 reports 44.7% profit growth to ₹1,068 crore, deposits cross ₹3 lakh crore, asset quality improves, and advances grow steadily.
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Tata Elxsi Q4 FY26: Revenue at ₹993.8 Cr, PBT Margin Surges 10.7% QoQ
Tata Elxsi Q4 FY26 reports ₹993.8 Cr revenue, strong margin growth, strategic deals, and ₹75 dividend announcement.
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India’s Seafood Exports Cross ₹72,000 Crore, Frozen Shrimp Leads Growth
India’s seafood exports hit ₹72,325 crore in FY26, driven by frozen shrimp and strong growth in China, EU, and Southeast Asia markets.
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Early-Stage Funding Surges 33%, VC Focus Shifts to AI, Deep Tech: Tracxn India Tech FY 2025-26 Report
Tracxn report reveals India tech trends with record IPOs, rising early-stage funding, and a strategic VC shift toward AI and deep tech in FY 2025-26.
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Trianz Appoints Sudhakar Vadapalli as Chief Financial Officer
Sudhakar Vadapalli joins Trianz as CFO to lead global financial strategy and scale its Concierto platform in the next phase of AI-driven growth.
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Reindustrialization Trends 2026: Europe and US Move Toward Selective Growth Models
Reindustrialization enters a strategic phase in Europe and US, with selective investments, AI adoption, and resilient supply chain strategies shaping growth.
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Amber Wings Powers India’s First Intra-City Drone Delivery Trials by FedEx and IIT Madras
Amber Wings supports FedEx and IIT Madras in India’s first intra-city drone delivery trials in Bengaluru, advancing next-gen logistics innovation.
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CBSE Class 10 Results: Takalkar Classes Tilak Road Pune Students Deliver Stellar Performance
Takalkar Classes Tilak Road students achieve top scores in CBSE Class 10 exams, with Araina Jadhav securing 97.4% and multiple high performers.
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ENOVIA User Conference 2026: How Dassault Systèmes is Enabling Experience-Centric Innovation
ENOVIA User Conference 2026 highlights Dassault Systèmes’ shift to experience-centric PLM, AI-driven personalization, and cloud adoption for MSMEs.
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Loopworm’s Silkworm-Based Nutrition Removes More CO₂ Than It Emits: PwC
Loopworm achieves carbon-negative footprint in animal feed, removing 2.56 kg CO₂ per kg, as validated by PwC Life Cycle Assessment.
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PIDS Modernization Push: MIC Electronics Secures ₹1.12 Crore Central Railway Contract
MIC Electronics secures Central Railway contract and expands Southern Railway project, boosting PIDS deployment across key stations in India.
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Arena Animation Launches Academic Advisory Board to Align Curriculum with Industry Needs
Arena Animation launches Academic Advisory Board to integrate industry expertise into learning, strengthening AVGC education and future-ready skills.
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Poonawalla Fincorp Introduces AI-Powered Unified Customer Experience Platform
Poonawalla Fincorp launches AI-powered customer experience platform, advancing its AI-first strategy with automation, analytics, and omnichannel service.
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India Sets Up Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool with ₹12,980 Crore Sovereign Guarantee
Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool approved with ₹12,980 crore guarantee to ensure affordable maritime coverage and reduce foreign dependency.
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Startup India Initiative Hits Record High: 55,200+ Startups Recognized in FY 2025-26
Startup India initiative records 55,200+ startups in FY26, crossing 2.23 lakh total and creating 23.36 lakh jobs with strong funding and innovation growth.
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IndiaAI Startups Global Acceleration Programme Selects 10 AI Startups for Cohort II
IndiaAI Startups Global Acceleration Programme selects 10 AI startups for Cohort II to scale globally with support from Station F and HEC Paris.
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IIT Palakkad Launches B.Tech Programme in Materials Engineering, Expands Research Ecosystem
IIT Palakkad launches B.Tech in Materials Engineering and expands research with supercomputing facility and advanced NMR capabilities.
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NICDC Logistics Data Services Signs MoU with MSME Ministry to Enhance Supply Chain Efficiency
MSME Ministry signs MoU with NICDC Logistics Data Services to enable real-time logistics data, boost efficiency, and strengthen MSME supply chains.
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FLY91 Launches New Routes Linking Solapur, Hubballi, Hyderabad and Bengaluru
FLY91 expands its network with Hubballi entry and 3 new routes, boosting regional connectivity and launching Smartbag91 for flexible travel.
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Cuppa Appoints Sharath Ravikumar as CEO to Drive Franchise-Led Expansion
Sharath Ravikumar appointed CEO of Cuppa as the brand accelerates franchise-led expansion across South India and global markets.
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SecurEyes Leads Strategic Talks on Cybersecurity Risks in Financial Systems
SecurEyes leads global discussions on cyber resilience and quantum readiness at central banking meetings, highlighting systemic risks and future cybersecurity challenges.
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India Notifies First Chip Fabrication Plant at Dholera SEZ to Boost Semiconductor Ecosystem
India notifies first Chip Fabrication plant at Dholera SEZ by Tata, boosting semiconductor ecosystem, investments, and high-skilled employment generation.
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India Startup Funding Tracker: Funding Drops 85% to $42.9M – What Happened This Week
India Startup Funding Tracker shows funding dropping 85.30% to $42.9M for Apr 10–16, 2026, with no IPOs or acquisitions recorded.
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Scania Expands India Presence with New Bengaluru Office and Axis Bank Financing Tie-up
Scania expands in India with a new Bengaluru office and Axis Bank partnership, strengthening customer ecosystem and financing access.
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Wipro Q4 FY26: Revenue Grows, Strong Cash Flow and ₹150 Billion Buyback Plan
Wipro Q4 FY26 results show steady revenue growth, stable margins, strong cash flow, and ₹150 billion buyback approval by the board.
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Dr Beena Pillai Named Director of Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology, Thiruvananthapuram
Dr Beena Pillai appointed Director of BRIC-RGCB, Thiruvananthapuram, bringing expertise in RNA biology and genomics research leadership.
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West Asia Conflict Hits India’s Aviation, Tourism; ₹18,000 Crore Loss Estimated: PHDCCI
West Asia conflict disrupts aviation, cuts inbound tourism by 20%, and impacts hospitality, causing ₹18,000 crore losses: PHDCCI report.
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Sonia Parandekar Joins Rippling as SVP Engineering
Rippling appoints Sonia Parandekar as SVP Engineering and India head to drive global product expansion and strengthen its Bengaluru hub.
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IITM Pravartak and Sarvam AI Partner to Build Sovereign AI Solutions for India
IITM Pravartak partners Sarvam AI to develop sovereign AI solutions for India, focusing on multilingual models, data sovereignty, and key sectors.
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InFiniTe: LeadHerShip Launched by Aditya Birla Capital to Boost Women-Led Fintech Startups
Aditya Birla Capital launches LeadHerShip to mentor and incubate women entrepreneurs in fintech, driving inclusive innovation and leadership in financial services.
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Toyota Kirloskar Motor, Wipro 3D Launch Additive Manufacturing Centre of Excellence at TTTI
Toyota Kirloskar Motor and Wipro 3D partner to launch Additive Manufacturing Centre of Excellence at TTTI for advanced manufacturing skills.
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AI Hiring Startup TraqCheck Raises $8M Led by IvyCap Ventures
TraqCheck raises $8M Series A with IIFL Fintech Fund to scale AI-driven hiring infrastructure and autonomous HR workflows across global enterprises.
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Business Core Solutions Acquires Techie2Pillar to Accelerate Enterprise AI Execution
Business Core Solutions acquires Techie2Pillar to scale enterprise AI execution and expand ASaaS with agent-driven workflows.
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Orbital Announces 2027 Launch for First Space-Based AI Data Center Mission
Orbital to launch Orbital-1 in 2027, aiming to deploy AI data centers in space using solar power and orbital infrastructure.
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Sawai Capital Closes ₹300 Crore Structured Credit Deals with Zero Delinquencies in Q4
Sawai Capital executes ₹300 crore+ structured credit deals in Q4, delivering 18–24% yields with zero delinquencies in India’s real estate credit market.
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BIScience Debuts AdClarity AI Suite, Automating 85 Per Cent of Ad Analysis
BIScience launches AdClarity AI Suite, transforming cross-media ad intelligence with AI chatbot and insights, automating 85% of analysis.
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Nihon Kohden Launches Advanced Life Scope E7 Monitoring Platform for Indian Hospitals
Nihon Kohden launches Life Scope E7 in India, offering advanced multi-parameter patient monitoring with EMR integration and digital health readiness.
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Reel Se Real Star: Birla Studios Partners with Vi to Launch Mobile-First Talent Hunt
Birla Studios partners with Vi to launch ‘Reel Se Real Star’, a mobile-first platform democratizing acting opportunities across India.
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Innova HyCross: Toyota Kirloskar Motor Achieves 2 Lakh Sales Milestone in India
Innova HyCross crosses 2 lakh sales in India as Toyota Kirloskar Motor highlights strong demand for hybrid MPVs and sustainable mobility solutions.
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UNIQLO to Open New Retail Stores in Pune and Bengaluru in May and June
UNIQLO announces new stores in Pune and Bengaluru, expanding its India presence and bringing LifeWear apparel to more customers.
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Reflections Info Systems Partners with DUK, Launches GuardArcs for Cybersecurity Innovation
Reflections Info Systems launches GuardArcs to enhance AI-driven cybersecurity solutions globally, strengthening defenses against evolving digital threats.
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ANAROCK Retail RELEAP 2026: India Sees 4.3 Mn Sq. Ft. Retail Absorption in H2 2025
ANAROCK Retail RELEAP 2026 reports 4.3 Mn sq. ft. retail absorption in H2 2025, with high streets outperforming malls and strong leasing momentum.
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AB PMJAY Auto Adjudication Hackathon 2026 Attracts 2,600+ Registrations, Finale at IISc Bengaluru
AB PMJAY Auto Adjudication Hackathon 2026 by NHA invites innovators to build AI-driven solutions for faster, transparent healthcare claims processing.
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Casey Aviation Partners with TDB-DST for Advanced Hybrid Propulsion in Unmanned Aviation
Casey Aviation secures TDB-DST support under India–UK programme to develop hybrid propulsion and jump take-off systems for unmanned aviation.
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Women Entrepreneurs Invited to Apply for TiE Women Program 2026 with $50,000 Equity-Free Prize
TiE Women Program 2026 invites women-led startups globally to apply for funding, mentorship, and networking opportunities on a global stage.
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TiECON Chandigarh 2026: EduBlock Pro Honoured for Blockchain-Based Exam Integrity Solution
EduBlock Pro wins STPI award at TiECON Chandigarh 2026, advancing blockchain-powered exam integrity and secure assessment systems in India.
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Humyn Labs Commits $20M to Scale the Human Intelligence Layer for Physical AI
Humyn Labs commits $20M to scale human intelligence infrastructure for Physical AI, expanding global data collection, voice models, and robotics labs.
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CARI Bengaluru Becomes First CCRAS Institute to Achieve ISO 15189:2022 Accreditation in Biochemistry & Haematology
CARI Bengaluru becomes first CCRAS institute with ISO 15189:2022 accreditation, strengthening quality diagnostics and evidence-based Ayush healthcare.
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The Equestrian Forum 2026: Maharashtra Open to MoUs to Strengthen India’s Equine Ecosystem
The Equestrian Forum 2026 highlights Maharashtra govt’s openness to MoUs and calls for structured growth in India’s equine sector.
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MyStartupValley Pune Edition Showcases How Startups Can Win with AI and Long-Term Thinking
MyStartupValley Pune Edition highlights AI strategy, patient capital, and startup growth insights shared by Harsha Mundhada and Dr. Shruti Patil.
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Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital Opens 8th Pune Centre, Offers Free Eye Check-ups Till May 31
Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital launches advanced eye care centre in Moshi, Pune, offering free eye check-ups till May 31, 2026.
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MatCare Pune Launches Janani Arogya Shibir with 100 Antenatal Camps Across City
MatCare Pune launches Janani Arogya Shibir with 100 antenatal camps to improve access to women’s health and maternal care across Pune.
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BollyDhoom Achieves 1 Billion Monthly Instagram Views, Reaches 2.2 Million Global Users
BollyDhoom crosses 1 billion monthly Instagram views, reaching over 2.2 million users globally across social media platforms.
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Axis Bank Joins Banking Connect Platform to Streamline Net-Banking Payments
Banking Connect onboard Axis Bank, enabling faster checkouts, seamless net-banking, and expanding interoperable digital payment infrastructure in India.
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IDPIC Appoints K Satyanarayana Raju as CEO to Lead Digital Payment Security Push
K Satyanarayana Raju appointed MD & CEO of IDPIC to lead AI-driven digital payment fraud intelligence and strengthen India’s secure payments ecosystem.
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SWITCH Mobility Rolls Out Intercity Electric Coaches on Mumbai–Pune Route with Prasanna Purple
SWITCH Mobility launches intercity electric coaches with Prasanna Purple on Mumbai–Pune route, boosting sustainable intercity travel in India.
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QNu Labs Validates Real-World Performance of ARMOS QKD in Global Study with VIAVI
ARMOS QKD by QNu Labs validated by VIAVI shows secure 200 KM key generation, low error rates, and seamless integration with 10 Gbps networks.
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Aikam and Deakin University Launch Strategic AI Collaboration in Hyderabad
Aikam partners Deakin University to advance applied AI, research, and skilling through a strategic MoU in Telangana.
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