Startups Seek Stronger Incentives in Union Budget 2026
Indian startup founders urge the government for tax relief, easier credit access, and stronger incentives in the upcoming Union Budget 2026 to fuel growth and innovation. Read their key demands.
Indian startup founders urge the government for tax relief, easier credit access, and stronger incentives in the upcoming Union Budget 2026 to fuel growth and innovation. Read their key demands.
Indian startups urge the government for clear ESOP taxation guidelines and enhanced funding for deep tech & AI in the upcoming budget. Experts highlight current tax hurdles.
Punjab govt's Defence Skills Conclave aims to build talent for defence & aerospace sectors, leveraging state's military legacy to achieve self-reliance. Read more.
Geopolitical tensions from Ukraine to Venezuela are pushing nations to hike defence budgets. Experts predict India will follow suit in Budget 2026, focusing on self-reliance and tech-driven warfare. Read more.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announces massive investment in UP's defence corridor, boosting local manufacturing of arms, ammo & aircraft equipment. Read the full report.
Hyderabad's Indrajaal lands major defence contracts worth ₹100 crore to deploy its AI-powered anti-drone systems for protecting Army and Navy installations. A leap for indigenous defence tech.
Hyderabad's Indrajaal wins Rs 100 crore defence contracts to deploy its AI-powered anti-drone systems for the Indian Army and Navy, boosting national security with indigenous innovation. Read more.
Indian defence-tech startups are shifting from hardware to full-stack software solutions, driven by VC funding and policy changes. Over a third of new startups focus on drones, but software is key to long-term contracts.
Discover why Indian startups like Scripbox and MyGate are pursuing early IPOs for capital, less dilution, and sustainable growth. A shift from the unicorn chase to public markets.
Samsung will present 15 startups from its C-Lab program at CES 2026, a record number from regional Korea. Discover the AI, fintech, and digital health innovations set for the global stage.
Bharat Dynamics Ltd (BDL), a subsidiary of Bharat Electronics, signs a major ₹1,500 crore contract with the Indian Ministry of Defence. Details on the deal and market reaction inside.
The Indian Army has reached a 90% indigenisation rate for its ammunition, a major step towards a fully homegrown defence supply chain. Discover the strategic impact.
2025 marks a historic high in UK-India defence ties, with advanced fighter jet engine tech transfer and major joint exercises. Explore the strategic partnership shaping Indo-Pacific security.
India's Defence Ministry clears procurement of long-range rockets, missiles & radar systems worth Rs 79,000 crore to boost armed forces' firepower. Read the full details.
Adani Group announces a massive Rs 1.8 lakh crore investment to strengthen India's indigenous defence capabilities. Learn how this move accelerates self-reliance in military hardware.
Paras Defence shares surged 4% after announcing the divestment of its 58.02% stake in Ayatti Innovative. The move follows strong Q2 results with a 50% profit jump. Details inside.
2025 marked a transformative year for India's defence sector with record production, exports, and breakthroughs in hypersonics, AI, and space. Discover the key reforms and future roadmap.
India finalises major defence deals worth over $450 million to supply BrahMos missiles to Vietnam and Indonesia, strengthening strategic ties in Southeast Asia amid regional tensions.
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi unveils plans for a defence manufacturing hub focusing on MSMEs & startups. Hyderabad roadshow yields Rs 66,781 crore commitments, creating 56,340 jobs. Read more.
India's defence production hits a record Rs 1.54 lakh crore in FY25, a three-fold jump from 2014-15. Exports surge to Rs 23,622 crore. Discover how Atmanirbharta is reshaping national security.
Chandigarh has 633 DPIIT-recognised startups, creating 6,260 jobs. MP Tewari questions delay in local startup policy. Read the full analysis of the city's entrepreneurial ecosystem.
India and Russia are transforming their long-standing defence partnership, shifting focus to joint research, development, and production of advanced platforms to support New Delhi's self-reliance goals. Read the full analysis.
Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov held talks with Indian MoS Sanjay Seth in New Delhi, discussing bilateral defence cooperation and regional security. Read the full details.
Defence Secretary Aramane Giridhar emphasizes that production orders, not just government funding, are crucial for defence startups to scale. Learn about India's growing defence ecosystem.
Military leaders and industry experts unite in Chandigarh to develop regional strategy for defence manufacturing. Key focus on MSME sector and technology transfer.
Maharashtra launches MATRIX program to boost tech startups, create 1 lakh jobs and generate Rs 1 lakh crore revenue. Initiative focuses on AI, IoT, blockchain and women entrepreneurs.
UAE selects 5 Indian startups for soft landing package to expand business under CEPA. Initiative strengthens India-UAE economic partnership and startup collaboration.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasizes India's need for proactive defence strategy and 'profit-plus approach' for indigenous manufacturing at Navy seminar.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh urges private sector to increase defence manufacturing contribution to over 50% while balancing profit with national interest at Swavlamban seminar.
20+ Indian startups showcased cutting-edge AI, robotics and clean technology solutions at the UAE-India Startup Corridor in Dubai. Discover how they're shaping the future of tech collaboration.