https://startupinbrief.com Latest Indian startup and tech news summarized in 60 words. en-us https://startupinbrief.com/news/easemytrip-cofounder-nishant-pitti-pledges-shares-worth-212-cr-to-motilal-oswal https://startupinbrief.com/news/easemytrip-cofounder-nishant-pitti-pledges-shares-worth-212-cr-to-motilal-oswal EaseMyTrip cofounder and chairman Nishant Pitti has pledged 34.51 Cr shares of the online travel aggregator, worth ₹211.9 Cr, to. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:11:20 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/pizza-bakery-founders-popo-global-raise-rs-532-cr-from-artal-asia https://startupinbrief.com/news/pizza-bakery-founders-popo-global-raise-rs-532-cr-from-artal-asia Popo Global, which has 40 outlets across Bengaluru, plans to use the capital to expand beyond the city. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:03:42 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/esds-touches-upper-circuit-again-now-up-306-from-ipo-price https://startupinbrief.com/news/esds-touches-upper-circuit-again-now-up-306-from-ipo-price ESDS Software Solution extended its post-listing surge into a sixth consecutive trading session today, with its shares touching the upper. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:23:31 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/exclusive-ultraviolette-to-raise-373-cr-as-manufacturing-facility-bigga-takes-shape https://startupinbrief.com/news/exclusive-ultraviolette-to-raise-373-cr-as-manufacturing-facility-bigga-takes-shape Electric two-wheeler (E2W) maker Ultraviolette Automotive is set to raise an additional ₹373.04 Cr as part of its ongoing Series. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:16:33 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/rentomojo-ipo-subscription-hits-1718x-on-final-day-niis-lead-demand https://startupinbrief.com/news/rentomojo-ipo-subscription-hits-1718x-on-final-day-niis-lead-demand Online furniture and appliance rental platform RentoMojo’s IPO was subscribed 17.18X by 13:27 IST on the final day of bidding. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:54:54 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/paris-panini-parent-popo-global-raises-532-cr-from-artal-asia https://startupinbrief.com/news/paris-panini-parent-popo-global-raises-532-cr-from-artal-asia "Bengaluru-based restaurant company Popo Global, operator of brands like The Pizza Bakery, Paris Panini, and Smash Guys, has raised ₹532 crore from Artal Asia. Founded in 2017, the company currently operates 41 outlets in Bengaluru. Popo Global intends to use the investment to scale its portfolio of gourmet food brands across India, leveraging a model that blends quick-service convenience with a fine-dining customer experience.". Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:44:52 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/openai-open-to-slowing-ai-development-amid-safety-concerns-sam-altman https://startupinbrief.com/news/openai-open-to-slowing-ai-development-amid-safety-concerns-sam-altman OpenAI's CEO indicated openness to slowing advanced AI development with other companies to ensure adequate safeguards, citing competitive pressures. Separately, OpenAI paused new Pro plan subscriptions due to "unprecedented" demand for its Astra model, aiming to maintain service quality for existing users. Meanwhile, concerns about AI misuse intensify, with. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:51:28 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/namma-yatri-launches-retail-platform-for-drivers https://startupinbrief.com/news/namma-yatri-launches-retail-platform-for-drivers Namma Yatri has entered the retail space with Namma Santhe, a physical and online shopping platform offering everyday products to its drivers in Bengaluru. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 11:48:12 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/upi-mdr-may-be-set-at-40-bps-banks-could-get-largest-share-report https://startupinbrief.com/news/upi-mdr-may-be-set-at-40-bps-banks-could-get-largest-share-report The government may soon notify a framework for levying a merchant discount rate (MDR) on select Unified Payments Interface (UPI). Fri, 11 Sep 2026 11:31:48 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/pocket-entertainment-crosses-500m-in-arr-fuelled-by-ai https://startupinbrief.com/news/pocket-entertainment-crosses-500m-in-arr-fuelled-by-ai Pocket Entertaiment attributed its growth to audio platform Pocket FM and the increasing use of AI across content creation, production, personalisation and distribution. It noted that AI has reduced the time required to launch in new markets from about 12 months to two. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 10:28:20 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/hero-motors-rs-1000-cr-ipo-to-open-on-september-16-price-band-fixed-at-rs-7984-per-share https://startupinbrief.com/news/hero-motors-rs-1000-cr-ipo-to-open-on-september-16-price-band-fixed-at-rs-7984-per-share The IPO comprises a fresh issue of equity shares worth up to Rs 600 crore, and an offer-for-sale of shares worth up to Rs 400 crore by promoters. Hero Motors’ initial public offering will open for subscription on Wednesday (September 16, 2026) and close on Friday (September 18). The company has s. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 09:36:15 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/loss-is-change-change-is-natures-greatest-delight-today https://startupinbrief.com/news/loss-is-change-change-is-natures-greatest-delight-today Explore how loss and change shape growth, resilience, and new beginnings through the wisdom of nature's constant transformation. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/gff-2026-day-2-unpacked-rentomojos-ipo-more https://startupinbrief.com/news/gff-2026-day-2-unpacked-rentomojos-ipo-more AI Takes The Stage At Global Fintech Fest It was an action-packed second day at the Global Fintech Fest 2026. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 08:00:16 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/stellar-lineup-at-techsparks-2026-how-jagriti-is-helping-women-build-digital-businesses https://startupinbrief.com/news/stellar-lineup-at-techsparks-2026-how-jagriti-is-helping-women-build-digital-businesses TechSparks 2026, YourStory’s flagship startup-tech summit, returns to Bengaluru from October 13 to 15 with the theme ‘The New Tech Order’ and an stellar lineup of speakers. Meawnhile, Jagriti Sewa Sansthan’s Women’s Centre of Excellence is helping women in eastern UP build sustainable businesses. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 07:30:00 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/thrive-capital-led-vcs-into-pro-sports-ownership-collaborative-fund-just-upped-that-play https://startupinbrief.com/news/thrive-capital-led-vcs-into-pro-sports-ownership-collaborative-fund-just-upped-that-play Collaborative Fund just bought into D.C. United and its stadium, with firm founder Craig Shapiro pitching it as a way to showcase for the firm's startups. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/jensen-huang-explains-why-nvidia-will-grow-an-astounding-70-next-year https://startupinbrief.com/news/jensen-huang-explains-why-nvidia-will-grow-an-astounding-70-next-year Nvidia has its finger in every pie, and sees another year of plenty in its future, Jensen Huang says. But, he insists, its deals are not circular. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 03:21:59 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/mark-wahlberg-is-coming-to-techcrunch-disrupt-2026-and-he-wants-to-talk-about-your-work-not-his https://startupinbrief.com/news/mark-wahlberg-is-coming-to-techcrunch-disrupt-2026-and-he-wants-to-talk-about-your-work-not-his Mark Wahlberg joins Bruce K. Lee at Disrupt to discuss investing, entrepreneurship, healthcare, wellness and building businesses. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 03:05:00 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/phonepe-shuts-down-engineering-office-in-the-us-report https://startupinbrief.com/news/phonepe-shuts-down-engineering-office-in-the-us-report Fintech major PhonePe has reportedly shut down its engineering office in the US, winding down a four year-old team. Sources. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 02:42:34 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/openai-puts-pro-subscriptions-on-hold-due-to-astra-demand https://startupinbrief.com/news/openai-puts-pro-subscriptions-on-hold-due-to-astra-demand The company said Pro subscriptions put the most strain on its systems, so it's pausing sign-ups while adding more capacity. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 02:29:51 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/anthropic-details-distillation-campaigns-from-alibaba-moonshot-ai-and-deepseek https://startupinbrief.com/news/anthropic-details-distillation-campaigns-from-alibaba-moonshot-ai-and-deepseek A new report released Thursday by Anthropic alleges persistent distillation attacks by China-based AI companies, which have escalated in recent months as competition in the space has intensified. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 02:27:30 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/furos-founders-left-silicon-valley-and-its-paying-off https://startupinbrief.com/news/furos-founders-left-silicon-valley-and-its-paying-off The three 28-year-old founders behind energy startup Furo moved from Silicon Valley and back to Germany, and yet secured $4 million in funding from mostly U.S. backers. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 02:18:00 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/metas-ai-agent-muse-is-now-the-no-2-app-in-the-us https://startupinbrief.com/news/metas-ai-agent-muse-is-now-the-no-2-app-in-the-us Meta's newest app Muse is off to a slower start than the company's other apps, like Meta AI or Threads. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 01:20:04 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/proxima-fusion-bets-140m-on-a-critical-fusion-ingredient-dominated-by-asian-suppliers https://startupinbrief.com/news/proxima-fusion-bets-140m-on-a-critical-fusion-ingredient-dominated-by-asian-suppliers Proxima Fusion plans a €140 million factory in Germany to produce high-temperature superconducting (HTS) tape. This critical component will generate powerful magnetic fields for its fusion reactors, enabling smaller, more efficient designs. The move follows a significant €411 million funding round and includes €21 million from Lower Saxony. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 00:08:00 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/govt-tightens-ecommerce-rules-ahead-of-the-festive-season https://startupinbrief.com/news/govt-tightens-ecommerce-rules-ahead-of-the-festive-season The Indian government has introduced the Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) (Amendment) Rules, 2026, effective January 2027, to combat dark patterns and enhance transparency. Online marketplaces must now disclose sponsored listings, provide genuine discount pricing, and conduct annual self-audits. Additionally, platforms must obtain express consent for data use and partner with the national consumer helpline to resolve grievances, addressing rising consumer complaints during peak festive sales. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 23:51:27 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/amazon-makes-it-easier-to-buy-what-you-see-on-prime-video https://startupinbrief.com/news/amazon-makes-it-easier-to-buy-what-you-see-on-prime-video Amazon is enhancing its TV shopping experience, integrating product discovery directly into Prime Video. New features allow customers to find items from thousands of titles via an updated X-Ray experience and "Shop the Scene" using Amazon Lens technology. These updates make product recommendations more prominent and accessible, improving upon the previous "Shop the Show" feature. This move aims to create additional revenue streams, aligning Amazon with other services offering shoppable content. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 23:40:36 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/anthropic-reveals-rogue-ai-agents-hate-captchas-just-like-you https://startupinbrief.com/news/anthropic-reveals-rogue-ai-agents-hate-captchas-just-like-you Come inside the mind of a bot trying to convince the internet it's human. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 23:24:44 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/indias-pocket-fm-doubles-revenue-run-rate-to-500m-as-ai-powers-93-of-audio-content https://startupinbrief.com/news/indias-pocket-fm-doubles-revenue-run-rate-to-500m-as-ai-powers-93-of-audio-content Pocket FM uses AI to produce 99% of its new content, helping make content production about 80 times cheaper. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 23:15:00 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/rbi-governor-calls-for-fintech-to-double-down-on-trust-and-inclusion https://startupinbrief.com/news/rbi-governor-calls-for-fintech-to-double-down-on-trust-and-inclusion In his address at the Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2026 in Mumbai today, RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra urged businesses in. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 22:10:38 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/instagrams-latest-feature-lets-you-add-tagged-posts-to-your-profile-grid https://startupinbrief.com/news/instagrams-latest-feature-lets-you-add-tagged-posts-to-your-profile-grid Instagram's newest feature lets users take posts from the Tagged tab and move it to their main profile grid instead. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 22:01:25 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/update-graph-ai-nets-133-mn-to-accelerate-international-expansion https://startupinbrief.com/news/update-graph-ai-nets-133-mn-to-accelerate-international-expansion Update | September 10, 22:00 IST Pharmaceutical-sector focused AI startup Graph AI has raised $13.3 Mn (₹127.2 Cr) in its. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 22:00:06 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/google-is-making-it-easier-to-switch-between-password-managers-on-android https://startupinbrief.com/news/google-is-making-it-easier-to-switch-between-password-managers-on-android Google is making it easier to switch between password managers on Android Thu, 10 Sep 2026 21:30:00 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/google-expands-indias-clean-energy-push-with-solar-api-for-300m-rooftops-climate-smart-agri-programme-and-more https://startupinbrief.com/news/google-expands-indias-clean-energy-push-with-solar-api-for-300m-rooftops-climate-smart-agri-programme-and-more Google is backing Indian climate-tech startups using AI, satellite imagery and geospatial intelligence to address challenges ranging from regenerative agriculture and biodiversity restoration to carbon removal. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 21:29:11 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/gff-2026-fintech-ai-partnerships-take-the-centre-stage-on-day-2 https://startupinbrief.com/news/gff-2026-fintech-ai-partnerships-take-the-centre-stage-on-day-2 The second day of the Global Fintech Festival 2026 highlighted AI-driven partnerships between traditional financial institutions and fintech firms. Key developments included Mahindra Finance and Sarvam’s voice AI deployment, Yes Bank and Open’s i-Mandate for recurring payments, and Navi’s UPI infrastructure upgrade with IndusInd Bank. Additionally, Gnani AI launched the Artha platform for BFSI, while MobiKwik, Xflow, and CCAvenue expanded their respective digital payment and forex services. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 21:09:18 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/why-gen-z-is-talking-about-therapy-more-than-ever-before https://startupinbrief.com/news/why-gen-z-is-talking-about-therapy-more-than-ever-before Discover why Gen Z is embracing therapy, prioritising mental health, and changing conversations around emotional well-being. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 20:53:23 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/8-quotes-that-perfectly-capture-the-reality-of-gen-z-burnout https://startupinbrief.com/news/8-quotes-that-perfectly-capture-the-reality-of-gen-z-burnout These 8 quotes capture Gen Z burnout, from digital overload and anxiety to hustle culture, emotional exhaustion, and work stress. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 20:49:30 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/vinfast-plans-two-india-specific-evs-in-strategic-reset-report https://startupinbrief.com/news/vinfast-plans-two-india-specific-evs-in-strategic-reset-report Weeks after suspending production of select cars in India, Vietnamese EV maker VinFast is now reportedly eyeing the development of. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 20:49:19 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/the-boring-company-raises-3b-in-round-led-by-uae https://startupinbrief.com/news/the-boring-company-raises-3b-in-round-led-by-uae The Boring Company, led by Elon Musk, has raised $3 billion in a Series D funding round, bringing its valuation to $23 billion. Led by the United Arab Emirates, the round includes investors like Sequoia Capital. The company plans to construct over 150 kilometers of tunnels in the UAE. Currently operating in Las Vegas and starting a project in Nashville, the firm aims to reduce traffic using underground networks. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 20:37:27 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/ai-agents-are-flooding-public-services-with-new-requests https://startupinbrief.com/news/ai-agents-are-flooding-public-services-with-new-requests “The vast majority of cases we find are people who are entitled to claim for something, claiming for that thing,” the researcher told TechCrunch. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 20:23:50 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/why-beijing-and-new-delhi-cant-afford-to-lose-each-other https://startupinbrief.com/news/why-beijing-and-new-delhi-cant-afford-to-lose-each-other Rivals on the border, partners on the factory floor. As Xi Jinping returns to New Delhi, India and China have pragmatic reasons to stop geopolitical distrust from derailing trade, investment and technology. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 20:08:47 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/bending-spoons-to-buy-collaboration-tools-maker-miro-for-136b-90-less-than-its-2022-valuation https://startupinbrief.com/news/bending-spoons-to-buy-collaboration-tools-maker-miro-for-136b-90-less-than-its-2022-valuation Bending Spoons is buying Miro for $1.36B, a huge dip in valuation for the workplace collaboration startup, which was valued at $17.5B in late 2021. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 20:04:09 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/ultraviolettes-second-manufacturing-facility-to-come-up-in-hosur-tamil-nadu https://startupinbrief.com/news/ultraviolettes-second-manufacturing-facility-to-come-up-in-hosur-tamil-nadu The facility will have an installed capacity to manufacture 2.5 lakh electric two-wheelrs annually. The project is expected to create 2,000 jobs. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:54:12 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/maven-robotics-wants-to-steal-your-robot-deployment-deal https://startupinbrief.com/news/maven-robotics-wants-to-steal-your-robot-deployment-deal Maven Robotics emerged from stealth today with a $100 million Series A and active deployments. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:47:37 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/google-signs-its-biggest-rice-methane-carbon-credit-deal-with-indian-startup-mitti-labs https://startupinbrief.com/news/google-signs-its-biggest-rice-methane-carbon-credit-deal-with-indian-startup-mitti-labs Google has agreed to buy 1 million carbon credits from Indian climate-tech startup Mitti Labs by 2030. This is the largest publicly announced deal for credits generated from cutting methane emissions in rice farming. The agreement covers farms in Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana, where farmers will adopt practices to reduce flooding. This technique cuts methane by 50% and water use by 40%, helping Google achieve its net-zero emissions goal. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:04:01 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/id-verification-giant-idscan-confirms-data-breach-with-more-than-150-million-drivers-licenses-stolen https://startupinbrief.com/news/id-verification-giant-idscan-confirms-data-breach-with-more-than-150-million-drivers-licenses-stolen The ID checking company said the data breach included people's full names and driver's licenses and other government-issued identity documents. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:51:09 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/defense-tech-mach-industries-doubles-valuation-to-37b-in-3-months https://startupinbrief.com/news/defense-tech-mach-industries-doubles-valuation-to-37b-in-3-months The buzzy startup raised $600 million in its Series C round. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:30:00 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/snapchat-takes-aim-at-partiful-with-new-event-planning-features https://startupinbrief.com/news/snapchat-takes-aim-at-partiful-with-new-event-planning-features Snapchat launched "Snapchat Plans," new features enabling users to create, share, and manage real-world events. Users can send invitations, track event details like time, location, and attendees, and RSVP within the app. This initiative aims to compete with dedicated event-planning platforms, facilitating everything from parties to study sessions. Plans are private, invite-only, and designed to foster more in-person connections, aligning with Gen Z's. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:30:00 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/delhi-hc-restrains-becos-war-on-whats-hidden-ads-targeting-hul-products https://startupinbrief.com/news/delhi-hc-restrains-becos-war-on-whats-hidden-ads-targeting-hul-products Delhi High Court (HC) has restrained D2C brand Beco parent entity Kwick Living from continuing its “War on What’s Hidden”. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:24:32 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/startup-news-and-updates-daily-roundup-september-10-2026 https://startupinbrief.com/news/startup-news-and-updates-daily-roundup-september-10-2026 YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Thursday, September 10, 2026. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:56:18 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/european-founders-and-vcs-urge-lawmakers-to-get-eu-inc-right https://startupinbrief.com/news/european-founders-and-vcs-urge-lawmakers-to-get-eu-inc-right Amid negotiations for a new EU-wide corporate status, an open letter signed by unicorn founders and investors warns that 'EU Inc' shouldn’t be watered down. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:55:08 GMT https://startupinbrief.com/news/piston-raises-15m-in-series-a-led-by-fpv-ventures https://startupinbrief.com/news/piston-raises-15m-in-series-a-led-by-fpv-ventures Piston will use this funding round to expand its payments network, product development and hiring. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:38:11 GMT