VCs turn the screws; Ex-Paisabazaar CEO’s new betHappy Friday! Investors are rewriting the rules of engagement with founders after governance blowups. This and more in today’s ETtech Morni...
Karnataka approves initiatives worth over Rs 27 crore for startups, biotechKarnataka's IT/BT department has approved four initiatives totaling over Rs 27 crore to boost innovation across the state. These projects i...
Karnataka concludes Elevate Nxt 2026, shortlists 256 deeptech startup finalistsKarnataka's IT/BT department has concluded its Elevate Nxt 2026 deeptech startup support program, selecting 256 firms from 983 national app...
Karnataka begins rollout of AI-ready KEO PCs, first batch of 2,000 units set for deploymentKarnataka has launched KEO, its own AI-ready personal computer initiative. The first 2,000 systems are being deployed in rural libraries an...
Karnataka invites fresh applications under startup grant programKarnataka's IT/BT department has reopened applications for its Elevate startup support program, offering grants up to Rs 50 lakh. This year...
Karnataka launches agri innovation centre of excellence in KalaburagiKarnataka has launched its first agriculture and allied innovation centre of excellence in Kalaburagi, aiming to foster agritech ecosystems...
Karnataka plans to set up drone testing hub near BengaluruKarnataka is set to establish a dedicated drone flight testing facility near Bengaluru. The state aims to streamline regulations and attrac...
Karnataka to strengthen collaboration with Chile across digital services, startups, talent exchangeKarnataka is set to enhance its digital services, startup ecosystem, and talent exchange with Chile. A high-level meeting explored partners...
Karnataka eyes larger role in commercial space economy; plans common testing facilityKarnataka is set to become a major hub for commercial space innovation. The state plans to boost its SpaceTech sector through a DeepTech De...
Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre ties up with NABL to fast-track global accreditation for startupsThe BBC has signed an MoU with NABL to help startups get global recognition for their research. Startups at the Bangalore Bioinnovation Cen...
Karnataka launches India’s first state-led spacetech CoE in BengaluruKarnataka has launched India's first state-led Centre of Excellence for Space Technology (CoE SpaceTech Foundation) in Bengaluru. This init...
Karnataka plans 1,000 MW 'data park' capacity across Bengaluru, Mysuru, MangaluruKarnataka plans to establish 1,000 MW data parks in Bengaluru, Mysuru, and Mangaluru to boost industrial growth with green digital infrastr...
Bengaluru leads Delhi, Mumbai in startup deals, investments: CM SiddaramaiahBengaluru solidified its position as India's top startup hub in Q1 2026, securing 89 deals totaling $823 million. This achievement undersco...
Karnataka invites institutions to hold tech training camps across the stateKITS is inviting institutions to host technology training camps across Karnataka. The Local Economy Accelerator Programme aims to boost loc...
Karnataka ties up with Naukri to boost GCC hiring beyond BengaluruUnder the agreement, Naukri will offer a customised GCC starter package at no cost for the first 90 days to newly established centres regis...
Karnataka signs up with Ideabaaz Tech to boost startup growthKarnataka's IT/BT department, via KITS, has partnered with Ideabaaz Tech to bolster startups with mentorship, investor access, and market l...
Cabinet sub-committee clears special incentives for electronics, semicon investmentsThe government can offer incentives and concessions to investors only within the framework of sectoral investment policies, and any demands...