For years, many Indian startup founders believed that incorporating their businesses in the US or Singapore made it easier to raise venture capital, manage international operations, and plan for exits. However, in 2025, this perception is rapidly changing as more startups recognize the advantages of incorporating in India.Kunal Bahl, co-founder and former CEO of Snapdeal, recently shared insights on why Indian incorporation is now the smartest choice for startups. As per the Hurun Global Unic

The initial public offering market has entered a phase of stagnation, with no major IPOs launched in the past three weeks. The last significant IPO was Quality Power, which opened for subscription on February 14, 2025. Since then, the primary market has seen a lull, raising concerns about investor sentiment and market conditions.Despite speculation surrounding Tata Capital’s anticipated $11 billion IPO, which is expected to be one of the largest listings of the year, the overall slowdow

Google co-founder Sergey Brin has advised employees working on the company’s Gemini AI models to follow a 60-hour workweek and attend office daily in a bid to boost productivity and accelerate artificial general intelligence (AGI) development. This move comes as competition in AI innovation intensifies, with industry giants racing to achieve AGI dominance.In an internal memo accessed by The New York Times, Brin outlined his vision for an optimal work schedule, stating that a 60-hour wor

The Union Budget 2025 introduced a significant revision to the income tax exemption limit, raising it to ₹12 lakh. This change has sparked expectations of increased consumer spending, particularly in sectors such as automobiles and fast-moving consumer goods. With more disposable income available to middle-class taxpayers, the automotive industry is poised to see shifts in demand, with varying effects across vehicle segments. Analysts believe that while this tax policy revision may drive ov

Union Minister of Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, revealed that India will soon host the popular DeepSeek AI model, developed by a Chinese startup, on Indian servers to address privacy issues. This move is part of India's broader strategy to bolster its AI capabilities, with Vaishnaw also announcing plans to develop the country's own foundational AI model in the coming months. In addition to this, Vaishnaw highlighted the creation of a common computing facility wit

A new report from the World Economic Forum, in collaboration with KPMG, highlights the immense potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to reshape economies and societies. However, the report emphasizes that ensuring the benefits of AI are shared fairly across the globe is a significant challenge. Titled ‘Blueprint for Intelligent Economies,’ the report presents nine strategic objectives designed to guide the development, innovation, and adoption of AI, aimed at creating more inc

A strong foundation in early childhood is key to fostering intellectual growth. Genetics and environmental factors contribute to a child's cognitive development, but there are simple, effective activities and lifestyle changes you can implement to nurture their brains. Here are six tips to help make your child smarter and support their overall development: Try Memory Activities Memory exercises, though they might not directly enhance memory

Inspeq AI, a Dublin-headquartered AI-safety startup, has officially launched its operations in India, opening its first office in Bengaluru. This move marks the company’s expansion into the Indian market, with plans to scale its operations by hiring 50 additional employees across engineering, operations, and client-facing roles. The Bengaluru office, which currently has 25 staff members, is Inspeq AI’s third global office, following those in Dublin and London. Founded in

Rail Vikas Nigam Ltd (RVNL) has secured a significant contract worth Rs 3,622 crore from Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd (BSNL) for the development of Bharat Net's middle-mile network. The contract, awarded on a design, build, operate, and maintain model, involves the creation, upgradation, and operation and maintenance of the network. The project is set to be completed within three years, with a maintenance period of 10 years. The contract also includes an annual maintenance cost based on a per

Blue Origin's long-awaited New Glenn rocket is preparing for its inaugural launch on Sunday, signaling a major step forward for Jeff Bezos’ space company and a potential challenge to Elon Musk’s SpaceX. Standing 30 stories tall, New Glenn represents a significant multibillion-dollar effort by Blue Origin to compete with SpaceX’s Falcon 9 and capture a share of the growing satellite constellation launch market. If successful, New Glenn will also enable the deployment of A

On Monday, Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy inaugurated the Aramghar-Nehru Zoological Park flyover, the second-longest flyover in Hyderabad, which spans four kilometers and has been constructed at a cost of Rs 800 crore. This six-lane bi-directional flyover is expected to significantly alleviate the traffic congestion on the busy Hyderabad-Bangalore national highway, especially in the Aramghar and Nehru Zoological Park areas. The Chief Minister also named the flyover after former Pri

On Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate a series of transformative development projects in New Delhi. The initiatives include the opening of 1,675 newly constructed flats for residents of Jhuggi Jhopri (JJ) clusters under the slum rehabilitation program, aimed at providing better living conditions with modern amenities. In addition, PM Modi will lay the foundation stone for a new Veer Savarkar College at Roshanpura, Najafgarh, which will offer state-of-the-art facilities for h

The World Bank has approved a substantial USD 800 million loan for the Amaravati Integrated Urban Development Program, which will support the development of Andhra Pradesh's greenfield capital city, Amaravati. The loan, approved by the Board of Executive Directors of the World Bank, aims to establish Amaravati as a sustainable, climate-resilient urban center that will create economic opportunities and improve the lives of its residents. The project is set to focus on building the city as

Infosys Ltd. has launched its new state-of-the-art development centre in Kolkata, West Bengal, marking a significant milestone in the company's expansion and commitment to innovation in the region. The 320,000 sq. ft. facility, built with an investment of over Rs 426 crore, will host over 4,000 employees who will work on cutting-edge technologies such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), and digital transformation. This centre will cater to a variety of industries, including

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his visit to Prayagraj on Friday, hailed the 2025 Maha Kumbh as a "mahayagya of unity" that would elevate the country's cultural and spiritual identity. Addressing a public meeting, Modi emphasized that the Maha Kumbh brings people together, transcending caste and sect divisions. He inaugurated 167 significant development projects worth Rs 5,500 crore to enhance Prayagraj's infrastructure in preparation for the upcoming Kumbh Mela.

Amaravati, the new capital of Andhra Pradesh, is rapidly progressing toward becoming a major metropolis. While current developments include state government buildings and prominent educational institutions like VIT and SRM, the city is gaining significant attention from top companies across various sectors. Following the recent elections, Nara Chandrababu Naidu, the Chief Minister and key figure behind Amaravati's vision, has resumed leadership with a renewed focus on shaping th

Hyderabad Metro Rail (HMRL) has achieved a significant milestone by carrying 63.4 crore passengers in its seven years of operation, as announced by HMRL Managing Director N.V.S. Reddy. On the occasion of the metro's seventh anniversary, Reddy revealed that the state government is making rapid progress towards the development of Metro 2.0. Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has pledged financial support for the expansion, with a 1.6 km stretch of the new route planned to be underground.

In the 2024 Andhra Pradesh state budget, the NDA-led government has allocated Rs 3445 crore for the development of Amaravati, the state's proposed capital. This marks a significant boost for the capital region, signaling a renewed commitment to its growth and infrastructure development. The Rs 3445 crore allocation includes: Rs 3000 crore for the development of basic social infrastructure in Amaravati, focusing on essential services and urban d

The ambitious rebuilding of the Amaravati capital project has resumed after a five-year hiatus, fueled by the renewed leadership of Chandrababu Naidu under the NDA government. With significant financial backing, the project is set to gain momentum once again. Chandrababu has successfully secured Rs 15,000 crore in financing through the World Bank and an additional Rs 11,000 crore from HUDCO. In a significant development, the deep-pocketed Adani Group has also come on board to bolste

In a recent press conference, Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy took a firm stance against BRS leader KTR, emphasizing the Musi Riverfront Development Program's goal of rejuvenating the river rather than merely beautifying it. He criticized the opposition for obstructing this crucial initiative, which aims to improve the living conditions of those affected by the Musi River's pollution. Revanth Reddy issued a bold challenge to his opponents, inviting them to live along