India's student founders are betting on deep tech — And it's reshaping the country's startup mapDeep tech has emerged as the biggest category among student-led startups in India for the first time, according to Campus Fund’s latest Sta...
22 May, 2026, 11.55 AM IST
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...
18 May, 2026, 08.07 PM IST
Quit metro life for a smaller city? Here’s the real money math Indians must check before movingMany are trading metro life for tier 2 cities, seeking better quality of life, cleaner environments, and reduced stress. While income may f...
18 May, 2026, 11.01 AM IST
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...
14 May, 2026, 07.38 PM IST
Portugal eyes bigger role in India’s infrastructure, manufacturing push as trade ties deepenPortugal's Minister of State for Economy, João Rui Ferreira, expressed readiness to contribute to India's infrastructure goals, highlightin...
11 May, 2026, 11.14 PM IST
State planning commission pitches tech ecosystem push beyond Bengaluru to tier-II, III citiesKarnataka plans to expand its technology ecosystem beyond Bengaluru to tier-II and tier-III cities, aiming to decentralize innovation. The ...
11 May, 2026, 08.54 PM IST
Swiggy, Urban Company report Q4 losses; Zepto gets IPO nodNew-age companies Swiggy and Urban Company closed the March quarter in the red, even as revenues surged. This and more in today's ETtech To...
08 May, 2026, 08.08 PM IST
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...
08 May, 2026, 12.44 AM IST
Karnataka's tech ecosystem raises $868 million in first three months of 2026Karnataka's tech sector secured $868 million in the first quarter of 2026. This marks a 16% drop from the previous quarter but a 7% increas...
07 May, 2026, 06.22 PM IST
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...
05 May, 2026, 08.19 PM IST
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...
01 May, 2026, 11.45 PM IST
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...
28 Apr, 2026, 05.57 PM IST
Digital lenders wary of small biz; Mythos’ biggest security riskHappy Tuesday! Digital lending firms are turning cautious on term loan exposure to small businesses. This and more in today’s ETtech Mornin...
28 Apr, 2026, 07.53 AM IST
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...
27 Apr, 2026, 08.18 PM IST
Gold loan startups find new shine; Infy Q4 profit jumpsHappy Friday! Gold loan fintechs are moving towards building their own loan books. This and more in today's ETtech Morning Dispatch.
24 Apr, 2026, 07.38 AM IST
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...
23 Apr, 2026, 09.37 PM IST
US insurance firm The Standard expands India presence, opens second GCC in BengaluruThe Standard, a US-based insurance and financial services firm, has inaugurated its second global capability center (GCC) in Bengaluru, Ind...
21 Apr, 2026, 05.47 PM IST