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DPIIT opens applications for 5th National Startup Awards
YourStory
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21d ago
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The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has opened applications for the fifth National Startup Awards, focusing on domains like agriculture, clean energy, fintech, and more. The awards recognize both commercial success and social impact. DPIIT, partnering with various organizations, launched the Startup Maha Rathi challenge to support Indian startups with funding and mentorship. Collaborating with YourStory Media, DPIIT aims to foster entrepreneurship and highlight local innovation, particularly in underrepresented regions of India.
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The Government of India has extended the application deadline for the National Startup Awards 2025 to July 5, 2025. This extension provides more time for startups to refine their applications and align with award criteria. These awards recognize innovative, scalable, and impactful startups across 20 categories, offering winners prize money and support. The initiative aligns with the Startup India mission to foster an innovation-driven culture and economic growth, supporting startups with national visibility and opportunities.
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Ashwini Vaishnaw will be guest of honour at ET Startup Awards
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Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw will be the guest of honour at the 10th edition of The Economic Times Startup Awards. The event, held on October 5th in Bengaluru, celebrates India's entrepreneurial excellence. Vaishnaw, who oversees the ministries of railways, information and broadcasting, electronics and IT, has played a key role in the government's initiatives such as Make in India and responsible AI development. The event will feature prominent founders, investors, and policymakers, highlighting India's thriving startup ecosystem. Past editions of the awards have recognized successful startups like Zomato, Swiggy, Freshworks, Delhivery, Zerodha, and Razorpay.
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Telangana secures top performer position at DPIIT state start-up ranking
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Telangana has emerged as the top performer in the DPIIT State Start-up Rankings 2022 and National Start-up Awards 2023. The state was honored at a felicitation ceremony in the presence of Piyush Goyal, the Union Minister of Commerce and Industry. Telangana was recognized for its holistic institutional support, inclusive policies, and funding initiatives for entrepreneurs. The state has registered over 1,800 start-ups, with special incentives for women-led ventures, and has provided incubation support and market access opportunities to several start-ups.
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Govt set to announce national creators' awards to recognise new-age influencers, creators
Economic Times
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1y ago
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The Indian government is planning to introduce the national creators' awards, aimed at recognizing Gen Z influencers and creators in nearly 20 categories. Social media influencers on platforms like YouTube and Instagram will be eligible for the awards. The categories will also include those who have promoted Indian culture internationally, along with other categories such as "green champions," "swachhta ambassadors," "agro creators," and "tech creators." The awards will follow a similar format to the national film awards.
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Manufacturing Push: DPIIT Reaches Out To Unicorns, Corporates To Set Up Incubators
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1y ago
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The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has contacted numerous large corporates, industry associations, unicorns, and veterans to highlight the importance of establishing manufacturing incubators. DPIIT is actively promoting manufacturing incubation by utilising its autonomous institutes and their top-notch facilities. In March, DPIIT conducted Startup Mahakumbh, a three-day startup event, as a significant initiative to support India's startup ecosystem.
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Startup MahaRathi Challenge will have Rs 70 crore prize pool: Piyush Goyal
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4m ago
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The Startup MahaRathi Challenge, part of Startup Mahakumbh 2025 organized by DPIIT, offers a Rs 70 crore prize pool to promote innovation in cybersecurity, AI, robotics, biotech, and more. Registered startups will receive mentorship and can compete for funding and national exposure. Participants benefit from monetary prizes and networking opportunities with industry leaders. The event includes sector-specific mentorship and a live pitching finale in New Delhi for the top 150 startups.
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Google for Startups Accelerator invites applications, focus on AI-first startups
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Google for Startups Accelerator opens applications, with a focus on AI-first startups. The program invites startups that utilize artificial intelligence and machine learning as core components of their business. Selected startups will receive mentorship, access to Google's resources, and support in scaling their ventures. The initiative aims to foster innovation and growth in the AI-driven startup ecosystem.
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National E-commerce Policy in final stages; May be announced soon: Goyal
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1y ago
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The proposed national e-commerce policy in India is in its final stages and will be announced soon, according to Union Minister Piyush Goyal. The policy aims to address various aspects of the e-commerce ecosystem, including data, infrastructure, marketplaces, regulations, domestic digital economy stimulation, and export promotion through e-commerce. The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has previously held discussions with e-commerce representatives and domestic traders regarding the policy. Additionally, the DPIIT is also working on a national retail trade policy.
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National Startup Day: India home to 118k recognised start-ups; Gujarat, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu top list
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1y ago
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On National Startup Day, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) announced rankings for states and union territories based on their startup initiatives. Gujarat, Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu secured the top spots in the best performer category for states with a population of over 10 million. Himachal Pradesh claimed the top spot in the best performer category for states with a population less than 10 million. India is home to 118,370 recognized startups, and the country saw the emergence of 950+ new tech startups in 2023, solidifying its position as the world's third-largest startup ecosystem.
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Proposed national ecommerce, retail trade policies under discussions: Goyal
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Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal stated that the proposed national ecommerce and retail trade policies are under discussion as they are interconnected. The evolving nature of the ecommerce sector necessitates revising policies for contemporary relevance. The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has sought input from the National Traders' Welfare Board for a national retail trade policy. Earlier drafts aimed at improving business ease and modernizing the sector.
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