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IIT Madras Entrepreneurship Cell is hosting I-Summit 2025, a premier event aimed at bridging startups with India’s top incubators. The summit features direct incubation opportunities, tailored mentoring, and networking platforms. With registration open until January 28, 2025, the event promises to catalyze India’s entrepreneurial ecosystem by connecting startups with resources critical for their success.
Since its inception in 2016, the Startup India initiative has dramatically shaped the nation’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. With over 57,000 recognized startups, more than $100 billion in funding, and the rise of 108 unicorns, India stands as a global startup powerhouse. National Startup Day, declared on January 16, 2022, highlights the government's commitment to innovation and economic growth.
On January 15, 2025, a major fire erupted at the Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre (BBC) in Bengaluru's Electronic City, causing an estimated ₹110 crore in damages. The incident led to the destruction of key infrastructure and equipment belonging to various startups housed within the facility. Fortunately, no casualties were reported, as the fire occurred on a public holiday.
In celebration of National Startup Day 2025, the Startup Policy Forum (SPF) has launched two initiatives, 'Startup Baithak' and 'Startup Baatcheet', in collaboration with the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) and Startup India. These programs aim to foster innovation, facilitate dialogue, and strengthen India's startup ecosystem.
The Samarth 2024-25 Workshop, organized by Pusa Krishi and the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, aims to empower India’s agri-business incubators. Scheduled for November 6-7 at NASC Complex, New Delhi, the workshop brings together Knowledge Partners, industry leaders, and policymakers to support RKVY RAFTAAR incubators. Through focused sessions and collaboration, the event will equip incubators with essential resources to drive sustainable innovation and growth in India’s agricultural sector.
Karnataka’s IT Minister, Priyank Kharge, recently launched ELEVATE 2024 and KAN to empower startups with seed funding and acceleration support. ELEVATE 2024 offers up to Rs 50 lakh in grants for early-stage startups, while KAN provides mentorship and market access, especially for companies outside Bengaluru. Designed to foster innovation, these programs support growth in sectors like AI, IoT, and SpaceTech, positioning Karnataka as a major startup hub. Applications for ELEVATE 2024 are open until November 29 via missionstartupkarnataka.org.
The Women ICT Frontier Initiative (WIFI), in collaboration with Sri Padmavati Mahila Visvavidyalayam (SPMVV) and UN-APCICT, empowers Indian women entrepreneurs with vital ICT skills. Since its 2018 launch, WIFI has transformed women-led businesses through digital marketing training and resources. This recent program highlighted inspiring success stories, including eco-friendly products by Feminy Enterprises, home hydroponics from Shudh Green, and saffron cultivation by Purple Springs, showcasing the initiative’s impact on financial independence and digital expansion for women entrepreneurs across India.
Three innovative startups—Live2.ai and NeuralGarage from India, and Creatively Squared from Singapore—have been named winners of the L'Oréal Big Bang Beauty Tech Innovation Program for the SAPMENA region. This achievement grants them the opportunity to pilot their solutions with one of L'Oréal's global brands, gain exposure across 35 international markets, and benefit from a year-long mentorship with industry leaders. The program, launched in May 2024, underscores L'Oréal's commitment to fostering personalized, inclusive, and sustainable beauty solutions. Aseem Kaushik, Managing Director of L'Oréal India, lauded India’s role as a hub of entrepreneurial talent, recognizing the innovative solutions emerging from its startup ecosystem.
The India-Kenya Innovation Nexus Partnership Charter, signed at IIT Hyderabad, aims to strengthen cross-border collaboration in innovation and entrepreneurship. The partnership, supported by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), focuses on startup incubation, knowledge exchange, and technology commercialization. Kenyan officials, led by Dr. Tonny Omwansa of KeNIA, explored India’s successful public sector-led innovation models, visiting hubs like IIT Hyderabad’s Suzuki Innovation Centre and T-Hub. This collaboration is expected to influence Kenya's policy framework and bolster its startup ecosystem.
Kunal Bahl, co-founder of Snapdeal and Titan Capital, joins Shark Tank India Season 4, replacing Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal. Goyal exited due to Swiggy, Zomato's competitor, sponsoring the season and requesting his removal. Bahl brings his entrepreneurial expertise to the panel, joining Anupam Mittal, Aman Gupta, Namita Thapar, and Ritesh Agarwal. The new season, hosted by Sahiba Bali and Ashish Solanki, will stream on Sony LIV, adding fresh excitement for fans of the popular reality show.
Boeing has opened applications for the fourth edition of its Boeing University Innovation Leadership Development (BUILD) programme for 2024-25, targeting university graduates and early-stage startup entrepreneurs in India. This year’s launch event featured 40 angel investors and venture capitalists reviewing startup ideas from past winners, offering significant exposure and investment opportunities. Boeing continues its collaboration with seven Indian incubators, including IIT-Mumbai and IISc-Bengaluru, to support participants. Finalists will undergo boot camps, and winners, announced in January 2025, will receive grants of ₹10 lakh each. The last date for applications is October 15, 2024, with further details available on Boeing's official website.
YourStory’s Tech30, a highlight of the TechSparks event, is calling for applications for its 2024 cohort. This initiative identifies and showcases India’s top 30 most promising tech startups, offering them a platform to demonstrate their innovation and potential. Past Tech30 alumni include industry disruptors and unicorns such as Freshworks and Chargebee, reflecting the high caliber of startups recognized through this program. Selected startups will benefit from exclusive exposure at TechSparks Bengaluru 2024, taking place from September 26 to 28. They will have the opportunity to present their ideas, connect with potential investors, and network with industry experts and mentors. Applying for Tech30 offers a chance to join a prestigious group of emerging leaders and gain significant traction in the tech ecosystem.