Delhi HC Rejects ANI’s Plea For Interim Injunction Against OpenAI In Copyright Suit

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Delhi HC Rejects ANI’s Plea For Interim Injunction Against OpenAI In Copyright Suit

Business • via Startup • Lokesh Choudhary

The Delhi High Court denied ANI's request for an interim injunction against OpenAI in a copyright infringement lawsuit. ANI alleged that ChatGPT was trained on its news reports without permission and reproduced content verbatim. However, the court ruled that storing data for AI training does not automatically constitute infringement and that an injunction could harm the public. The lawsuit remains pending as other media and music companies seek intervention.

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As US weighs response to Chinese AI, industry urges against broad open-weight restrictions

Startups • via Tech Crunch • Rebecca Bellan

Major AI companies, including Meta, Microsoft, and Nvidia, have signed an open letter urging policymakers to avoid broad restrictions on open-weight AI models. The group argues that open models are essential for cybersecurity defense and innovation, cautioning against conflating legitimate development techniques with intellectual property theft. This effort highlights a divide between open-weight proponents and closed-source developers like OpenAI and Anthropic over AI regulation and accessibility.

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Delhi Police Advises App-Based Aggregators To Restrict Services In Central Delhi

Business • via Startup • Lokesh Choudhary

"Delhi Police has advised ride-hailing, food delivery, and ecommerce platforms to regulate or temporarily suspend services in restricted areas of New Delhi. This follows prohibitory orders issued under Section 163 of the BNSS amid ongoing student protests and the Monsoon Session of Parliament. The measures, which may include geo-fencing, aim to reduce movement in sensitive zones and ensure the safety of delivery partners, drivers, and the general public.".

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Over 35% Of Swiggy Users Try Multiple Services, But Order Frequency Slips

Business • via Startup • Akshit Pushkarna

Swiggy's FY26 report shows a 51% revenue jump to ₹23,053 crore, though net losses widened to ₹4,154 crore. While monthly transacting users grew 33.1% to 23.5 million and over 35% used multiple services, average ordering frequency declined to 4.07 per month. The company is focusing on cross-selling and expanding Instamart's capacity, while seeking IOCC status to potentially transition to an inventory-led model for quick commerce.

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Rivian sues the US government for ‘full refund’ of Trump tariffs

Startups • via Tech Crunch • Sean O'Kane

"Rivian has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government to recover millions of dollars in tariffs paid under the Trump administration's 'Liberation Day' taxes. Although the Supreme Court ruled these tariffs unconstitutional, Rivian is seeking a guaranteed refund with interest. This legal action comes as the automaker launches its R2 SUV and invests heavily in autonomous vehicles while striving to reach profitability by 2028.".

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Bluesky’s AI assistant Attie expands into an open social research tool

Startups • via Tech Crunch • Sarah Perez

Bluesky is expanding its AI assistant, Attie, by introducing "Quests," a feature allowing users to research news and trends across the AT Protocol network. This update aims to combat misinformation and simplify custom feed creation. As user growth slows to 45.6 million accounts, Bluesky is exploring AI tools to attract new users and potentially monetize services, supported by a recent $100 million funding round.

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Midjourney acquired the astrology app Co-Star

Startups • via Tech Crunch • Amanda Silberling

Midjourney, the AI lab famous for its image and video generators, has acquired the social astrology app Co-Star. While the deal's financial terms remain undisclosed, Co-Star brings 4.3 million monthly active users and a team of twenty-four employees to the company. This strategic move may help Midjourney transition from its Discord-based interface to a standalone consumer application, expanding its diverse and unconventional product portfolio.

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WhatsApp Pay surpasses CRED in UPI volumes in June

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"WhatsApp Pay surpassed CRED in monthly UPI transaction volumes for the first time in June, processing 150.48 million transactions compared to CRED's 141.78 million. This growth follows the removal of NPCI onboarding restrictions. Despite this, PhonePe, Google Pay, and Paytm remain the dominant market leaders. While WhatsApp leads in volume, CRED still handles significantly higher transaction values, reflecting a competitive and evolving Indian digital payments landscape.".

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D2CX Converge Indore Decodes The New Playbook For Building Enduring Consumer Brands

Business • via Startup • Inc42 BrandLabs

Inc42 and Shadowfax hosted the Indore edition of D2CX Converge, bringing together over 50 consumer brand founders to discuss scaling D2C businesses. The event focused on omnichannel expansion, operational excellence, and sustainable profitability over vanity metrics. Key discussions included Koskii’s ₹250 Cr growth journey and strategies for surpassing the ₹100 Cr milestone, emphasizing data-driven decision-making, disciplined capital allocation, and the transition toward system-driven organizational structures.

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[Weekly funding roundup July 18-24] VC inflow into Indian startups plummets

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"Venture capital funding for Indian startups dropped significantly in the fourth week of July, totaling $162 million across 17 deals, compared to $431 million the previous week. This decline reflects macroeconomic uncertainty and a lack of large transactions. While AI remains a global trend, Indian startups in this sector have yet to gain momentum. Key funding rounds included Raghu Vamsi Aerospace Group and BusinessNext, both raising $40 million.".

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Union Cabinet approves draft bill for stricter punishments in paper leak cases

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The Union Cabinet has approved a draft bill to strengthen punishments for paper leaks, amending The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024. The proposal introduces a minimum five-year prison term and fines up to Rs 10 crore for organized crime. This move follows protests over NEET-UG irregularities and aims to deter organized gangs. The government is also implementing reforms within the National Testing Agency to ensure exam integrity.

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Inside The Leadership Behind ShareChat’s ₹1,000 Cr Turnaround

Business • via Startup • Debarghya Sil

Google-backed social media startup ShareChat is planning a $400 million IPO by next year after achieving net profitability in Q1 FY27. The company crossed ₹1,000 crore in operating revenue for FY26, driven by AI-led product bets and a successful push into microdramas. Through disciplined capital allocation, cost reductions, and a leadership reshuffle, ShareChat transitioned from rapid scale-chasing to a sustainable, cash-flow-positive business model.

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Where Will Indian Spacetech’s Best Returns Come From? Speciale Invest’s Vishesh Rajaram Answers

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Vishesh Rajaram of Speciale Invest highlights India's growing spacetech sector, noting a shift from speculative bets to hardware-proven investments. While India faces a significant funding gap compared to China, its structural capital efficiency provides a competitive edge. Government initiatives like the Antariksh VC Fund and SBS-3 are de-risking the sector. Rajaram predicts the highest returns in downstream data, emphasizing that international commercial contracts are key to hitting economic targets. (70 words) -.

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OpenAI’s new voice mode makes it to the ChatGPT desktop app

Startups • via Tech Crunch • Ivan Mehta

"OpenAI has updated its ChatGPT desktop app to include ChatGPT Voice, powered by the new ChatGPT-Live models. This feature allows users to control AI agents and perform complex, multi-step computer tasks using voice commands. Integrated with ChatGPT Work and Codex, the tool can access websites and screens on macOS. Meanwhile, Anthropic has similarly updated Claude's voice mode to complete tasks across various third-party productivity applications.".

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Exclusive: Zetwerk Bags ₹500 Cr Pre-IPO Funding From Bharat Value Fund

Business • via Startup • Debarghya Sil

"Zetwerk, a B2B manufacturing startup, has raised ₹500 crore in a pre-IPO funding round from Bharat Value Fund, valuing the company at approximately $4 billion. This investment follows SEBI's approval of Zetwerk's IPO, which is expected to include a $300 million fresh issue and a $150 million offer-for-sale. Founded in 2018, the company operates a global manufacturing platform across several countries, including India and the US.".

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Facebook launches a dedicated Marketplace app for sellers, adds a free verification system

Startups • via Tech Crunch • Ivan Mehta

Facebook is introducing several updates to boost engagement and organization. A new "Seller" app will help Marketplace users manage listings and buyers. A free "Facebook Verified" system, utilizing selfies, will authenticate users on Dating, Marketplace, and Groups. Additionally, an optional immersive full-screen video view is being tested internationally. Meta also plans to integrate AI to automate item descriptions and improve group search functionality for its users.

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Agnikul CEO: “We Can’t Build Use-and-Throw Systems If We Want to Be a Business”

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"Chennai-based Agnikul Cosmos is preparing for Mission-02, aiming for India's first orbital-class rocket booster recovery and converting its upper stage into an in-orbit platform. By prioritizing reusability and convertibility, the company seeks to lower launch costs and decouple production from launch frequency. Targeting international commercial clients, Agnikul aims for 100 annual launches by 2030, while calling for unified government approvals to streamline complex space missions.".

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Inside Zomato’s Monetisation Stack: Where The Margins Come From In Food Delivery

Business • via Startup • Palak Sharma

Zomato, now part of Eternal, serves as a highly profitable anchor supporting growth in other ventures like Blinkit. While Blinkit leads in revenue, Zomato's food delivery business generates significantly higher adjusted EBITDA. Its profitability is driven by restaurant commissions, increasing per-order platform fees, advertising, and subscriptions. Serving millions of customers, Zomato leverages its marketplace to monetize both restaurant demand and consumer convenience.

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Bengaluru Tech Summit 2026 to be held from Nov 17-19

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"The Bengaluru Tech Summit 2026, themed "AI & Beyond," will take place from November 17 to 19 in Bengaluru. Focusing on startups, semiconductors, and sustainability, the event expects over 60,000 visitors and 25,000 delegates. Key highlights include the Future Makers programme, embedded world India, and ChangeNOW. Additionally, the Karnataka government launched the Innoverse Foundation to establish the state as a global deeptech capital through startup mentorship.".

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How OneClickDrive Turned Dubai Used Car Market Into a Marketplace Playbook for India

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India's used car market is debating between asset-heavy and asset-light models. Dubai's OneClickDrive demonstrates the success of an asset-light marketplace, focusing on trust and liquidity rather than owning inventory. By prioritizing a frictionless, free listing process for sellers, the platform scales efficiently. This model offers Indian founders a blueprint for sustainable growth, emphasizing capital efficiency and trust-building over the risks of managing depreciating assets.

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Primus Senior Living partners with HDFC Capital for Rs 2,000 Cr investment platform

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Primus Senior Living and HDFC Capital have launched a Rs 2,000 crore platform to develop institutional-grade senior living communities across six major Indian cities. Utilizing both ownership and rental models, the partnership aims to address the growing demand for age-friendly housing as India's senior population is projected to reach 346 million by 2050. This initiative seeks to establish senior living as a mainstream, scalable residential asset class.

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