Bluehill.VC raises Rs 400 Cr for maiden frontier-tech fund

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Bluehill.VC raises Rs 400 Cr for maiden frontier-tech fund

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"Chennai-based venture capital firm Bluehill.VC has closed its maiden Rs 400 crore frontier-tech fund, including a Rs 50 crore greenshoe option. Backed by SIDBI, state governments, and private investors, the fund targets Seed to Series A startups in sectors like semiconductors, space, and defense. The firm aims to build a concentrated portfolio of 15-16 companies, planning to deploy Rs 80 crore over the next six months.".

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Lenskart Shares Jump 7% To Record High As Brokerages Raise Targets

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Shares of omnichannel eyewear major Lenskart jumped nearly 7% to an all-time high of ₹627.35 on the BSE today after.

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IPO-Bound Infra.Market Eyes Reverse Listing Via Shalimar Paints In ₹10,440 Cr Share Swap

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"Shalimar Paints is considering acquiring equity shares and CCPS of Hella Infra Market, the parent company of unicorn Infra.Market, through a proposed ₹10,439.91 crore share swap. This transaction would make Hella Infra Market an unlisted material subsidiary of Shalimar Paints, providing the unicorn a reverse-listing route to public markets. The board is now reviewing the proposal to seek necessary shareholder approvals for the building materials platform.".

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MumbaiSemi builds the receiver chip that lets a device use India's navigation satellites

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MumbaiSemi, a 2024 spin-off from IIT Bombay, has developed DhruvaPro, a programmable receiver chip designed to support India's NavIC system alongside GPS, Galileo, and BeiDou. Founded by Vijay Kanchetla and Professor Rajesh Zele, the company aims to reduce India's dependence on foreign navigation hardware. While the silicon-proven chip has received academic and institutional recognition, MumbaiSemi is currently seeking commercial partners to scale production and secure customers.

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Gurutvaa Systems builds the anti-drone equipment that Indian forces use to jam intruding drones

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Pune-based Gurutvaa Systems developed DRONAAM, a modular counter-drone system that uses jamming technology to neutralize commercial drones without destroying them. The Indian Air Force and Border Security Force utilize the system, which has significantly increased drone neutralization rates in the Punjab sector. Designed to reduce reliance on foreign defense imports, DRONAAM was also deployed during the 2023 G20 summit and is part of the iDEX framework.

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Iindepro Dynamics makes the electric motors that spin a drone's propellers

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Iindepro Dynamics, founded in Rajkot in 2023, aims to reduce India's reliance on imported drone motors, which currently account for over 90% of the market. The company specializes in brushless direct current motors, offering patented designs and customization for drone manufacturers. While collaborating with IIT Madras and participating in government programs like Bharat Innovates 2026, the startup is currently focused on scaling its production and portfolio.

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Vayudh builds nano surveillance drones for the Indian armed forces

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"Vayudh, the defense arm of IIT Delhi-based BotLab Dynamics, specializes in indigenous nano-class surveillance drones, notably the Atri. After transitioning to in-house component manufacturing, the company focuses on precision reconnaissance and training simulators. Vayudh recently raised $10 million from investors like Dharana Capital to expand R&D and manufacturing. While its technology has gained high-level visibility, the company has not yet disclosed specific order volumes or customers.".

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What 66 years of selling Indian craft has taught Fabindia

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Fabindia, a 66-year-old handcrafted apparel brand, is evolving to compete with quick commerce by integrating personalized services like interior design and bespoke tailoring into its 340+ stores. Managing Director William Nanda Bissell recently launched Fabels, a premium western wear sub-brand, and implemented RFID and AI technology to optimize operations. The company continues to support micro-entrepreneurs while awaiting a pending public listing to scale its rooted business model.

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Mirae Asset’s MAVI raises Rs 1,125 Cr in first close of Venture Opportunity Fund II

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"Mirae Asset Venture Investments (MAVI) has raised Rs 1,125 crore in the first close of its Rs 1,800 crore Mirae Asset Venture Opportunity Fund – II. Backed by the Unicorn Growth Fund in partnership with Naver and KRAFTON, the fund targets early growth businesses in AI, deeptech, and advanced manufacturing. MAVI aims to bridge the Series B to Series D funding gap for Indian startups to build enduring companies.".

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Define who you want to become before taking action

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Drawing on the wisdom of Epictetus, this article emphasizes that personal growth begins with a clear vision of the person one aspires to become. By prioritizing identity over mere goals, individuals can align their daily actions with their core values, making discipline more sustainable. True transformation occurs through consistent, small choices and patience, ensuring that success is authentic and purposeful rather than driven by societal expectations.

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Astrotalk’s Unicorn Leap, Shiprocket IPO Day 1 & More

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AstroTalk has become India’s 133rd unicorn following an ESOP buyback valuing the platform at $1 billion. The spiritual tech startup is expanding into offline retail and international markets. Other industry news includes Shiprocket’s 97% IPO subscription, Yulu raising $93 million for electric mobility, and Lenskart’s 273% profit surge. Additionally, AI firm Cursor is opening its first Indian office, while SwishX scales its pharma AI solutions.

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The real test for AI agents is resolution

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"AI agents are transforming Indian customer service by shifting the focus from response speed to issue resolution. To achieve this, businesses must prioritize context continuity to eliminate data fragmentation, implement continuous learning through real-time feedback loops, and establish strict governance guardrails. By integrating these elements, organizations can ensure consistent, trustworthy outcomes that move beyond templated replies to build stronger, long-term customer relationships and drive revenue.".

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Namakkal to Bombay House: Journey of Tata Sons Chairman Chandra; What Milky Mist’s IPO reveals

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Tata Sons chairman N. Chandrasekaran is stepping down due to board disagreements, triggering a slide in Tata Group shares. Meanwhile, Yulu raised $93 million in Series C funding, and Ola Electric secured a revised PLI window for incentives. Milky Mist's IPO saw strong subscription, while Meta faces a trial regarding child addiction. Additionally, Goldman Sachs is acquiring Neos Investments for $2.25 billion to strengthen its asset management presence.

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Table Space Goes For IPO, But Its Growth Story Has A Catch

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Bengaluru-based Table Space has filed for an IPO, proposing a fresh issue of up to ₹800 crore and an offer for sale of 6.55 crore shares. The company plans to use ₹550 crore to repay borrowings. While Table Space boasts significant scale and operating profitability, it faces risks from high client concentration among large enterprises and continues to report net losses despite strong revenue growth.

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Some Claude users are mad that Anthropic’s new watermarks will catch them cheating at their jobs, classes

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"Anthropic has introduced invisible watermarking for Claude’s outputs to comply with the EU AI Act’s Transparency Code, which requires labeling AI-generated content. While some users on Reddit have criticized the move as unethical or draconian, arguing it penalizes legitimate tool usage, others support the policy. Proponents believe watermarking is a sensible measure to ensure transparency and prevent the deceptive use of AI-generated material.".

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AI nuclear power firm Fermi finally has a new CEO

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AI nuclear power firm Fermi has appointed Lee McIntire as its new CEO, filling a vacancy left by co-founder Toby Neugebauer. McIntire, a former executive at TerraPower and CH2M Hill, will lead the company's Project Matador, an AI campus in Texas powered by nuclear reactors. This appointment and a new lease agreement with TensorWave have boosted Fermi's stock by nearly 23% as the firm enters its construction phase.

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SEBI Issues Show Cause Notice To Paytm Over 2023 Disclosure

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"SEBI has issued a show cause notice to Paytm's key managerial personnel regarding alleged violations of disclosure norms. The regulator is investigating the timing of a December 2023 announcement about scaling down small-ticket loans and whether the information was handled as unpublished price sensitive information. Paytm plans to respond within two weeks, stating the matter has no financial impact despite previous stock volatility following the disclosure.".

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Northrop’s robot space mechanic is a new way to keep satellites at work longer

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Northrop Grumman is evolving its satellite life-extension services. After using Mission Extension Vehicles to maintain satellites like Optus, the company is deploying a Mission Robotic Vehicle and Mission Extension Pods. Developed with DARPA, the MRV uses robotic arms to attach propulsion pods to satellites, extending their operational life. This shift toward sustainable space infrastructure aims to reduce waste by repairing and upgrading expensive orbital assets.

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Amazon will train on Twitch streamers’ content by default, unless they opt out

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Twitch, owned by Amazon, is now utilizing creator content to train generative AI models, sparking significant backlash from its community. Users are opted in by default and must manually disable the setting to prevent their audio and video from being used. Twitch executives admitted that an opt-in system would be ineffective, while some creators remain concerned about whether their data was already used without their prior knowledge.

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5.1 Lakh Complaints Filed Against Ecommerce Platforms In 2025: Govt

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The Indian government informed Parliament that over 5.1 lakh complaints were filed against e-commerce and quick commerce platforms on the National Consumer Helpline in 2025, a 14% increase from 2024. Flipkart, Amazon, and Meesho faced the most grievances, primarily regarding non-delivery and defective products. The helpline facilitated ₹91 crore in refunds, while the CCPA penalized 47 platforms ₹1.1 crore amid ongoing food safety crackdowns on quick commerce.

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