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India’s deeptech start-ups get a 20-year window as policy catches up with R&D reality

The revised definition applies specifically to startups classified as deep-tech entities, reflecting the government’s acknowledgment that science-led, IP-intensive businesses follow far longer development and commercialisation cycles than consumer or services start-ups.

Investors have welcomed the move as a long-overdue correction.

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In a strategic shift, Zepto is also planning to relocate its headquarters from Mumbai to Bengaluru by November

Quick commerce unicorn Zepto raises $340 million in follow-on round, valuation jumps to $5 billion

Byju’s promoters have been accused of creating a communication blockade with investors

Byju’s forms working group with Prosus, Peak XV, and others for asset sale coordination

Zerodha’s Nikhil Kamath launches 'WTF Fund' for entrepreneurs under 22; check details

Zerodha’s Nikhil Kamath launches 'WTF Fund' for entrepreneurs under 22; check details

Oyo in talks with Apollo to refinance $660-mn loan after delayed IPO: Report

Oyo in talks with Apollo to refinance $660-mn loan after delayed IPO: Report

CRED’s total income for FY23 jumps 3.5x to Rs 1,484 crore

CRED’s total income for FY23 jumps 3.5x to Rs 1,484 crore

Preqin report pegs dry powder at $15.6 billion in 2022, up from $11.1 billion at the end of 2021

India-focused PE/VC funds raise record $8.5bn in 2022 despite sharp decline in deals

The oversubscribed fund saw investments from several LPs

Kae Capital closes Rs 410 crore winners fund to back previous portfolio standouts

Kamaths’ Rainmatter and Natco Pharma invests in women hygiene brand

Company says entire amount reinvested in business to scale it

Byju’s promoters rake in over $400 mn in secondary share sale since 2015

The Bengaluru-based company said at the time that the new capital would be used to expand its product

How Mojocare unravelled after $20 million Series A funding round

Corporate

It is not just the JLR cyberattack that has caused worries for Tata Motors. One of JLR's biggest markets, China, is facing demand headwinds while the US is seeing higher tariffs.

Cyberattack impact on Tata Motors PV earnings crosses Rs 3,200 crore; losses still mounting

IDBI Bank stake sale: Financial bids received; evaluation underway, says FinMin

The Indian luxury market is a combination of innovation and heritage: Golden Goose CEO Silvio Campara

Aviation safety: Half of the passenger aircraft in India have had repeated defects

Mahindra to set up its largest integrated manufacturing facility in Nagpur, to exceed 5 lakh vehicles in annual production

Economy

The interim trade agreement framework, signed on Saturday, is designed to lessen barriers and invigorate the India-US trade and economic ties.

'Adds another feather to Trump's extractive cap': Brahma Chellaney weighs in on India-US interim trade agreement

India-US interim trade pact: 'Boeing, Airbus looking at India as largest OEM partner,' says Piyush Goyal

'Decided to give 0% tariff on some cancer medications, neuro treatment': Piyush Goyal on what US got

India-US interim trade agreement: 'No GM modified product allowed, agri sector protected,' says Piyush Goyal

'Strengthens supply chains against China, support Rupee stability': Amitabh Kant says tariff cut to 18% gives India edge in US market

Policy

The draft NEP, 2026 released by the power ministry targets per capita electricity consumption of 2,000 kWh by 2030

Draft electricity policy bats for ending cross-subsidies

Explained: Why India is mandating live selfies and location tracking for crypto users

Budget Session likely from Jan 28; Union Budget 2026 likely to be tabled on Feb 1

Electricity Amendment Bill 2025 may be headed for Budget Session. What’s at stake?

MeitY clears 22 electronics PLI projects worth ₹41,863 crore, eyes supply chain self-reliance