India now has 2.3 lakh startups, generated 25 lakh jobs: Union minister Jitendra SinghIndia's startup sector has created 25 lakh jobs in the last decade, becoming a major economic force. From just a few hundred startups in 20...
13 Jun, 2026, 09.13 PM IST
Bharat innovates, ready for take-offIndia's deep-tech startups are showcasing their advanced capabilities in France. This event highlights India's growing strength in space, A...
13 Jun, 2026, 06.19 PM IST
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13 Jun, 2026, 06.10 PM IST
India's exporters built a $420 billion services economy. This is the award they deserve.The Payoneer India Cross-Border Excellence Awards 2026 offer Indian exporters the most consequential opportunity to get recognised this yea...
12 Jun, 2026, 03.59 PM IST
Someone will define India's export excellence in 2026. Make sure it’s youWith India's exports hitting record highs, the Payoneer India Cross-Border Excellence Awards give the businesses driving that rise a stage ...
12 Jun, 2026, 03.57 PM IST
SpaceX playbook set to fuel China's IPO ambitions but tech gap persistsIn China, the initial public offering was watched as a benchmark for a younger industry eager to go public. But the frenzy masks a fundamen...
12 Jun, 2026, 03.34 PM IST
The next big money game is here. Everyone wants a seat at the tableIndia's wealth management scene is experiencing a remarkable transformation. With the rapid rise of affluent households, there’s a surge in...
12 Jun, 2026, 02.51 PM IST
B Capital leads SolarSquare’s $50-55 million round at $500 million valuationThe latest round comes about 18 months after SolarSquare raised $40 million in a funding round led by Lightspeed. That round had also seen ...
12 Jun, 2026, 11.50 AM IST
Former Paisabazaar CEO Naveen Kukreja eyes $9-million raise for new wealthtech betFormer Paisabazaar CEO Naveen Kukreja is reportedly seeking $9 million for his new wealthtech startup, aiming to build a platform for retai...
12 Jun, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
VC contract terms get tougher on founder shares after governance lapsesVenture capital firms are tightening founder contracts, with nearly 76% of Indian startups now allowing the forfeiture of vested shares for...
12 Jun, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Payoneer India Cross-Border Excellence Awards 2026 launched to recognise the country’s leading cross-border businessesPayoneer and The Economic Times have launched the Payoneer India Cross-Border Excellence Awards 2026. These awards will celebrate Indian bu...
11 Jun, 2026, 07.04 PM IST
India attracted $843 billion in FDI between 2014-15 and 2025-26: OfficialIndia has seen a significant rise in Foreign Direct Investment, attracting USD 843 billion between 2014-15 and 2025-26. Key government init...
10 Jun, 2026, 05.47 PM IST
Six months on, National Sports Awards still await nodIndia's sporting community faces an unusual delay in the National Sports Awards. The Sports Ministry cites a re-evaluation of Arjuna awarde...
10 Jun, 2026, 02.38 PM IST
India's climate-tech funding reaches $12.8 billion across 1,583 startups & 17 yearsIndia's climate-tech sector has attracted significant investment, with startups raising $12.8 billion by June 2026. Driven by decarbonisati...
08 Jun, 2026, 09.14 PM IST
How AI companies are using industry recognition to build credibility and growthAs AI adoption accelerates across industries, innovation alone is no longer enough. Visibility, credibility, and industry recognition are i...
08 Jun, 2026, 04.31 PM IST
Court of Arbitration ruling on Indus Waters Treaty deepens Indo-Pak riftA Hague court ruling has intensified the Indus Waters Treaty dispute between India and Pakistan. The decision restricts India's water stora...
08 Jun, 2026, 12.12 AM IST
Why founders across India are signing up for the One of a Kind Startup Awards 2026The One of a Kind Startup Awards 2026, presented by The Economic Times and Cashfree Payments, is actively seeking early-stage, internet-fir...
28 May, 2026, 01.05 PM IST