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Zepto Launches ‘Select’ Premium Service Ahead of Massive IPO

Zepto introduces its premium ‘Select’ grocery service, targeting affluent consumers ahead of its Rs 11,000-12,000 crore IPO, intensifying quick-commerce competition.

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India’s Startup Boom: Small Towns Become New Innovation Hubs

India’s startup revolution expands beyond metros. Tier-2 & tier-3 cities are now thriving hubs, fueled by digital access and innovation infrastructure.

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FundsIndia AUM Crosses ₹30,000 Cr: Boost Your SIPs

FundsIndia’s AUM surpasses ₹30,000 Cr, driven by strong retail SIP growth and expanded advisory services. Discover the impact on your long-term investments.

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India’s High Business Costs Hurt MSME Exports

NITI Aayog report: India’s high business setup costs hinder MSME export potential compared to Vietnam & China. Learn how.

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India’s Tech Market: AI Boom, Stable IPOs, Regulatory Focus

India’s tech sector thrives on AI growth and stable IPOs, while regulators scrutinize quick commerce. Late-stage funding surges, signaling a dynamic market.

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SpaceX IPO: $75B Boost for Indian Startups Amid Funding Dip?

SpaceX’s potential $75B IPO could inject crucial capital into Indian startups, offering a lifeline despite a recent 18% funding decline. Learn more.

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Meerut's Startup Boom: Government Schemes Fueling Local Enterprise

Meerut Startup Boom: Govt Schemes Drive Local Enterprise & Jobs

Meerut’s startup scene thrives with government schemes like CM Startup Scheme empowering entrepreneurs, creating jobs, and boosting the local economy.

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India’s Unicorns Rebalance: Growth to Profitability

16 Indian unicorns lose $1B+ status, signaling a shift from rapid growth to sustainable unit economics driven by public market discipline.

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India-Norway Partnership: $100B Green Tech Investment, 1M Jobs

India and Norway aim for $100B investment & 1M jobs, boosting green tech, startups, and key sectors like blue economy and renewable energy.

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Amazon Invests $13B More in India for AI & Cloud

Amazon boosts India investment by $13B, reaching $48B by 2030, to expand AI and cloud infrastructure, supporting startups and enterprises.

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India PE Investments Soar 48% in H1 2026, Tech Dominates

India’s private equity investments surged 48% to $8.71B in H1 2026, driven by massive capital flow into tech and internet sectors, signaling strong investor confidence.

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GSK Velu’s $4B IPO Plan: 4 Businesses Eye Public Markets

Healthcare titan GSK Velu plans to list four major businesses, including Neuberg Diagnostics and Kauvery Hospitals, aiming to unlock over $4 billion in value. A significant move for India’s booming medical sector.

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J Brrothers Taps JioStar Vet for India Growth

US cannabis firm J Brrothers appoints JioStar veteran Vishal N Sharma to lead its India Global Capability Center, boosting US operations and market efficiency.

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India’s New Economic Barometer: Data-Driven Governance

India launches High-Frequency Economic Barometer on July 14. CAIT hails it as a structural shift towards data-driven policy & empowered small businesses.

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RIFAH Conclave 2026: Business Leaders Drive Growth & Investment

Over 500 business leaders convene at RIFAH Conclave 2026 to boost collaboration, entrepreneurship, and economic growth, signaling key market shifts for investors.

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Phoebe Gates’ Phia App Accused of Cookie Stuffing

Phoebe Gates’ startup Phia faces affiliate network suspension over alleged ‘cookie stuffing’ practices, as revealed by a Bloomberg investigation.

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India Family Offices: Patient Capital Fuels Startup Growth

Discover how India’s family offices are revolutionizing startup funding with patient capital and strategic guidance, fostering sustainable growth over quick exits.

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Aukera Raises ₹90 Cr for India Retail Expansion

Indian lab-grown diamond brand Aukera secures ₹90 crore ($10M+) from Alteria Capital and others to aggressively expand its retail presence nationwide.

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India’s New Economic Barometer: Empowering Businesses

India launches High-Frequency Economic Barometer on July 14, 2026. Real-time data empowers businesses, guides policy, and boosts economic growth.

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Startup Salary Shock: Entrepreneur’s Income Plummets

An entrepreneur’s income drop from Rs 15 LPA to Rs 12k/month on X sparks debate on startup financial risks and sacrifices. A harsh reality check.

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India-Japan AI Health Tech Alliance for Women’s Healthcare

India and Japan unite! Biz-Insights IT Solutions and Femtech Cosme Tokyo partner to advance AI-powered women’s healthcare in India, revolutionizing the health tech landscape.

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Saicon Acquires Pragmatyc Global: Boosting AI for Clients

US tech firm Saicon Consultants acquires Nagpur’s Pragmatyc Global, enhancing AI and digital engineering services for global clients. Market consolidation signals growth.

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Nomura Bullish on Ather Energy, Sees 22.5% Upside in EV Play

Nomura Bullish on Ather Energy: 22.5% Upside Seen

Nomura reiterates ‘Buy’ on Ather Energy, raising target to ₹1,470 (22.5% upside). A top EV pick in India’s booming electric two-wheeler market.

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Fly My Luggage: Save Big on India Excess Baggage

Fly My Luggage offers international travelers up to 80% savings on domestic excess baggage in India. Seamless airport-to-door delivery.

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Sikhs for Business Launches VISTAR 2.0 for Global Entrepreneurial Growth

Sikhs for Business unveils VISTAR 2.0 in Ludhiana, connecting 1,500+ entrepreneurs for international growth, collaboration, and scalable partnerships.

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RajaRani's Competition Spotlights India's Blouse Design Talent

RajaRani Blouse Design Competition: India’s Talent Showcase

RajaRani Coaching launches India’s first National Blouse Designing Competition, empowering grassroots fashion talent and boosting the skill economy. Discover emerging designers!

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India's IPO Surge Reshapes Startups for Public Market Readiness

India’s IPO Boom: Startups Gear Up for Public Markets

India’s booming IPO market is transforming startups, pushing them towards robust corporate governance and financial discipline for public market readiness.

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India’s Top Founders: Disrupting Industries & Driving Growth

Discover India’s visionary entrepreneurs like Dr. Gireesh Likhyani and Bajrang Saharan, innovating healthcare, laundry, and consumer sectors, creating new market opportunities.

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Zetwerk IPO Closer: SEBI Issues Observations

Indian manufacturing platform Zetwerk inches closer to its IPO as SEBI issues key observations on its draft offer documents, a crucial step towards public listing.

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India: Global Fintech Platform Engineering Hub

India is rapidly emerging as a global fintech platform engineering hub, leveraging its vast talent pool and AI expertise to attract international players and drive sector growth.

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