24, Apr 2026
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- By Neel Achary
24, Apr 2026
Quantum Science & Technology, crucial for India’s development”, aver experts at Amity
Amity University Uttar Pradesh Noida campus organized a one-day Symposium on “Recent Advances in Quantum Science & Technology”. The Symposium aimed to bring together leading experts, scientists, academicians, and industry stakeholders to discuss recent advancements in quantum technologies, including quantum computing, communication, sensing, and materials.
Highlighting the significance of Quantum Science & Technology, Dr. Poornendo Chaturvedi, Scientist G, DRDO, averred, “Quantum Technology is extremely crucial in today’s scenario. It includes principles like superposition, entanglement, and interference to create capabilities which are impossible for classical systems. Quantum Technology speeds up the processing and its impact can been in every key economic sector, creating new job opportunities and driving economic growth, however, many problems and challenges need to be addressed. The youth must come forward and work on new innovations based on Quantum Technology since the future lies here.”
Providing information about the National Quantum Mission, Dr. L. Venkata Subramaniam, CEO, Qbit Force (Ex-IBM India Quantum Head), opined, “All mobile chips are designed by Indians and India has the largest talent pool in the area of Quatum Technology, however, India lacks products. Under the National Quantum Mission, it is our aim to create a vibrant ecosystem in Quantum Technology and give India a “quantum jump” by developing homegrown technology. The government is providing funding of Rs25 crores for startups and the youth must launch their own ventures. Institutions like Amity must take the lead and new talent must develop new technologies, which wil make India a developed country.”
Dr. Atul Chauhan, Chancellor Amity University, stated, “Amity has been at the forefront fo research and innovation. It is Amity’s mission to nurture the youth who wil take our country ahead of all the other countries in the world. India has the best brains in the world, however, we need to become a product nation. There is a need to translate research into real-world applications.”
Dr. Chauhan announced 30 fellowships in the area of Quantum Technology and also launched the Amity Quantum Mission website on this occasion.
Explaining the history of Quantum Technology, Mr. Atul Gupta, Scientist G & Head, CoE Quantum Technologies, C-DOT, stated, “Quantum Technology is not new and was discovered 125 years ago. The first Quantum Revolution took place in 1940s which included transistors, semiconductors, lasers, solar cells, etc and the second revolution is taking place now which includes Quantum Computing, Quantum Communication, Quantum Sensing and Quantum Materials, resulting in a paradigm shift in computation, communications, sensing and device technology. The reason for a sudden Quantum boom is technological advancement and use of Quantum technology in various areas such as Drug Discovery, Logistics & Supply Chain Optimisation, Climate Modelling and Weather Prediction, and many others. Under the National Quantum Mission, the government is actively investing in quantum R&D, infrastructure and ecosystem building. Quantum Technology has also been included in AICTE Curriculum and UG & PG curricula in Quantum Technology have been launched to build India’s quantum-ready talent across institutions. C-DOT is keen on partnering with academia and industry to build, secure and advance India’s Quantum Future.”
Dr. W. Selvamurthy, President-ASTIF, stated, “The insightful symposium will deliberate upon emerging trends, foster collaborations, and strengthen the quantum ecosystem across academia, industry, and government. Eminent organizations such as DRDO, IBM Quantum, QNu Labs, NXP Semiconductors, C-DAC, and leading academic institutions are participating in the Symposium, reflecting a strong convergence of academia–industry-government collaboration.”
Dwelling upon DRDO’s contribution in Quantum technology, Dr. Santu Sardar, Director (DYSL-QT), DRDO, noted, “DRDO is working on building expertise in the area of Quantum Technology and building technologies for import substituion. Therefore, it is engaging with industries, coordinating with National Quantum Mission and working on upskilling the scientists. DRDO Young Scientists Lab for Quantum Technologies( DYSL-QT) was established in the year 2019 and DRDO is closely working with the academia and start-ups, thereby extending joint activities. it is also offering paid internships to Junior Research Fellows(JRFs), Research Assisants, and providing them with employment opportunities.” He called upon the young aspiring scientists to join DRDO and contribute to nation-building.
Stressing upon the need for “Quantum Accelerators for enabling Quantum Computing on Supercomputers”, Dr. Abhishek Tiwari, Associate Director, Scientist F, C-DAC Noida, asserted, “There is a need for Quantum Accelerator since classical computers are not able to solve the problems at a fast rate. Physical quantum computers are expensive, error-prone and limited and our country lacks the indigenous access to quantum hardware for researchers and students. Therefore, when Quantum Accelerators, are used in Quantum Computing, they make the process faster and the job easier.”
On this occasion, a Panel Discussion on “Industry–Academia–Government Partnership for Leadership in Quantum Technologies”, was organized wherein experts such as Dr. Anindita Banerjee, Sr. Quantum Technologist, C-DAC Pune, Dr. Harish Sahu, Scientist F, SAG, DRDO, Dr. Abhijeet Mitra, Assistant Professor, IIIT Delhi and others participated. In addition, student presentations were also held as part of the Symposium.
24, Apr 2026
73 Strings Launches Global Operating Model from New York to Power Next Phase of Growth in Private Markets
Jazmin Hogan to lead global client organization in next phase of growth
New York, NY – April 23, 2026 – 73 Strings, the AI-native platform for valuation and portfolio intelligence, today announced the launch of a unified global operating model, bringing together its technology, expertise and client network to deliver the next generation of insights for alternative asset managers.
As part of this evolution, Jazmin Hogan has been appointed Global Head of Client Operations, based in New York, where she will lead the company’s global client organization.
With over 20 years of experience as a client-side valuation and analytics professional, including leadership roles at Apollo Global Management Inc., The Blackstone Group and Kohlberg & Company, Jazmin will drive a consistent, high-quality experience across regions, ensuring clients benefit from the full breadth of 73 Strings’ platform, expertise and innovation.
A key advantage of this global model is a connected client community. Clients benefit not only from 73 Strings’ SMEs, but from shared insight across some of the world’s leading alternative asset managers.
“Private markets are entering a new era, defined by data, AI and the need to operate at scale,” said Yann Magnan, Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder of 73 Strings. “Our global operating model brings together our platform, our people, and our clients into one connected ecosystem. It allows us to innovate faster and help our clients stay ahead, while maintaining the rigor and trust that underpin investment decisions. Jazmin will play a central role in bringing this vision to life by leading our model.”
This move marks a significant step in the company’s evolution, aligning its global teams to better support clients operating at scale across private equity, private credit, venture capital, infrastructure and multi-asset strategies.
At the core of 73 Strings is a single, integrated platform that combines valuation, portfolio monitoring and data extraction, powered by AI and built by practitioners. The firm continues to invest heavily in its technology and AI capabilities, enabling clients to scale operations and unlock deeper portfolio insight.
73 Strings combines advanced technology with deep domain expertise. Its team of valuation and portfolio specialists, including former industry leaders across private markets, ensures the platform reflects the realities of complex assets, delivering outputs that are robust and audit-defensible.
As a global, AI-first platform, 73 Strings brings together market insight, data and technology to help clients stay ahead of market shifts. At the same time, it remains focused on delivering consistent, transparent insights on complex assets at scale, without reliance on fragmented, spreadsheet-driven processes.
This announcement follows continued investment in 73 Strings’ platform, with recent enhancements improving performance, scalability and AI-driven capabilities across core workflows.
23, Apr 2026
AAVantgarde to Participate in ARVO 2026, with Presentations at Key Pre-events and New Clinical Data from the LUCE Phase 1/2 Study
MILAN, 23 April, 2026 — AAVantgarde Bio (AAVantgarde), a clinical-stage biotechnology company pioneering next-generation gene therapies for inherited retinal diseases (IRDs) has today announced its participation in the upcoming Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO) Annual Meeting 2026, taking place May 3-7 in Denver (CO).
The Company will present preliminary safety and efficacy data from all participants (n=15) in the LUCE-1 Phase 1/ 2 Clinical Trial, alongside key pre-event presentations at Eyecelerator and the Foundation Fighting Blindness’s Retinal Therapeutic Innovation Summit (RTIS) on May 1, 2026.
ARVO Presentation details:
Date and Time: Sunday, 3rd May 2026; 2:00 – 3:45 p.m.
Session: Stem cell and gene therapy
Location: Exhibit Hall
Poster 0636: Interim analysis of the LUCE-1 trial: a Phase I/II Trial investigating AAVB-081 gene therapy in Usher Syndrome Type1B (USH1B) caused by biallelic mutations in the MYO7A gene
Presenter: Francesco Testa, MD, PhD
EYECELERATOR @ ARVO 2026 Presentation details:
Location: Bluebird Ballroom, The Colorado Convention Center, Denver, CO
Session: Breakout: Durable Retina Therapeutics – Gene Therapy & Drug Delivery
Location: Room 403
Date: 1st May 2026
Time: 1.30 pm
Presenter: Dr. Natalia Misciattelli, CEO
RTIS Presentations details:
Location: Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel; 1550 Court Place; Denver, CO 80202
Date: 1st May 2026
Presentation 1:
Session: Sponsor Presentation
Time: 3.25 pm
Presenter: Dr. Natalia Misciattelli, CEO
Presentation 2:
Session: Session 7 – Retinal Gene Augmentation: Clinical
Title: Design and Early Clinical Insights from LUCE: Dual-Vector MYO7A Gene Therapy in Usher Syndrome Type 1B
Time: 4.00 pm
Presenter: Dr. Jayashree Sahni, CMO
23, Apr 2026
Texas Children’s Researcher Awarded $6.7 Million NIH Grant to Accelerate Alzheimer’s Drug Discovery and Advance New Therapies
HOUSTON (April 23, 2026) – Dr. Damian Young, investigator at Texas Children’s Duncan Neurological Research Institute (Duncan NRI) and director of the Center for Drug Discovery at Baylor College of Medicine, along with collaborators, has been awarded a $6.7 million grant from the National Institute on Aging (NIA), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), to develop new approaches to rapidly identify potential treatments for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias with the goal of accelerating the discovery of new therapies.
While Alzheimer’s is often associated with aging, researchers at Texas Children’s are uniquely positioned to study it. By examining how the brain develops and functions early in life, scientists can better understand how those same systems break down over time—revealing new opportunities to prevent and treat neurodegenerative disease.
This five-year project brings together experts in chemistry, artificial intelligence and translational science to tackle one of the most complex challenges in Alzheimer’s research—quickly identifying therapies that are both safe and effective.
“This grant will enable the most expansive screening effort to date for compounds targeting Alzheimer’s disease,” Dr. Young said. “By integrating cutting-edge biological insights from Alzheimer’s disease research worldwide with a highly innovative chemistry and machine learning platform, we aim to unlock new opportunities for discovery. This work will represent the first critical step toward developing transformative therapies for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.”
Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias affect millions of people worldwide, yet developing new treatments remains a slow and complex process. One of the biggest challenges is identifying which molecules can successfully target the biological drivers of disease and reach the brain in a safe and effective way.
To address this, Dr. Young’s team will use DNA-encoded chemical libraries, a technology that allows researchers to screen hundreds of millions of potential drug compounds at once. Each compound carries a unique DNA “barcode,” enabling scientists to quickly identify which molecules interact with proteins linked to Alzheimer’s.
The team will then use artificial intelligence and machine learning to analyze the data and predict which compounds are most likely to succeed—significantly reducing the time from early discovery to viable drug candidates. Ultimately, this approach is designed to shorten the timeline for identifying new treatments—bringing potential therapies to patients faster and with greater precision.
The project will move through multiple phases, starting with large-scale screening and advancing to refining the most promising compounds to improve their strength, safety and ability to reach the brain. Researchers will also explore whether existing drugs can be repurposed, potentially accelerating the path to clinical testing.
A key component of the project is its open science approach. Data and compounds generated—including results from screening more than 900 million unique compounds—will be shared publicly, enabling researchers worldwide to build on the findings and advance new treatments. An internal advisory board of Texas Children’s and Baylor faculty consisting of Drs. Huda Zoghbi, Joshua Shulman, Hugo Bellen, and Juan Botas will provide critical expertise in prioritizing protein targets most strongly implicated in Alzheimer’s disease.
The work will be supported in part through collaboration with the Structural Genomics Consortium, which will provide critical protein targets needed for the research.
This research reflects Texas Children’s commitment to solving the unsolvable by advancing innovative, collaborative approaches to complex neurological diseases. Insights gained from pediatric research often inform adult treatments, and discoveries in adult disease can in turn accelerate breakthroughs in children’s health. By bridging these areas, researchers at the Duncan NRI are helping drive progress across the full spectrum of neurological disease, with the goal of improving outcomes for patients of all ages. For patients and families affected by Alzheimer’s and related dementias, this work represents a critical step toward earlier detection, more effective treatments and ultimately, prevention.
23, Apr 2026
Rajasthan Royals Secure Dominant 40-Run Victory Over Lucknow Super Giants at Ekana Stadium
Lucknow, April 23: Rajasthan Royals (RR) produced a clinical all-round performance to defeat Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) by 40 runs in a low-scoring encounter at the Ekana International Cricket Stadium. Defending a modest total of 159/6, RR’s disciplined bowling attack dismantled the LSG batting unit, bowling them out for 119 in 17.6 overs.
Despite losing the toss and being asked to bat first, Rajasthan Royals managed to post a competitive total, anchored by a steady batting effort led by Ravindra Jadeja, who played a composed unbeaten knock and ensured RR reached a defendable score. Contributions from the middle order helped RR recover from early pressure and accelerate in the death overs.
In response, Lucknow Super Giants struggled from the outset as Rajasthan’s pace attack struck early and repeatedly. The top order collapsed under sustained pressure, leaving LSG reeling at 11/3 inside the first few overs. Although Mitchell Marsh offered resistance with a fighting half-century, regular breakthroughs prevented any meaningful partnership from developing.
Jofra Archer spearheaded the bowling effort with a match-winning spell, delivering incisive pace and precision to finish with 3 crucial wickets. He was well supported by Nandre Burger and the supporting bowling unit, who maintained tight lines and controlled the scoring rate throughout the innings. The collective effort ensured LSG never recovered from early setbacks and were eventually bowled out short of the target.
The victory marks an important turnaround for Rajasthan Royals, boosting their position in the IPL 2026 standings, while Lucknow Super Giants continue to search for momentum in a challenging season.
Brief Scores:
Rajasthan Royals: 159/6 (20 overs)
Lucknow Super Giants: 119 all out (17.6 overs)
Result: Rajasthan Royals won by 40 runs
Player of the Match: Ravindra Jadeja (RR)
Rajasthan Royals will look to carry forward this winning momentum into their upcoming fixtures as the IPL 2026 season progresses.
23, Apr 2026
MI vs CSK Clash at Wankhede: Dhoni and Rohit Fitness Doubts Loom Over High-Stakes Encounter
Bhubaneswar, April 23(BNP): Cricket’s fiercest rivalry is set to light up the Mumbai Indians (MI) versus Chennai Super Kings (CSK) encounter at the Wankhede Stadium tonight, but major uncertainty surrounds the availability of two iconic players — MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma — due to injury concerns.
The IPL 2026 Match 33 is scheduled for 7:30 PM IST, with both teams heading into the contest under contrasting fitness and selection dilemmas ahead of the high-profile “El Clasico” of the tournament.
Fitness Updates
MS Dhoni is reportedly unlikely to feature for CSK due to a calf strain sustained earlier in the season. While he has participated in net sessions, team sources indicate that the veteran wicketkeeper-batter is still not fully match-fit. A final decision will be taken closer to the toss, depending on medical clearance and player readiness.
For CSK, Dhoni’s potential absence continues to be a significant factor, especially given his leadership experience and finishing ability. If he does play, he is expected to be managed carefully, with the Impact Player role being a possible option.
On the Mumbai Indians side, Rohit Sharma is also facing a late fitness test after suffering a hamstring injury earlier this month. He has been seen batting in controlled net sessions, but reports suggest he has avoided high-intensity shots, indicating a cautious recovery approach. His participation will be decided at the toss.
Tactical Considerations
If Rohit Sharma is declared fit but deemed unfit for fielding, Mumbai Indians may deploy him as an Impact Player to maximize his batting contribution while minimizing physical strain. In his absence, MI may continue with alternative opening combinations.
CSK, currently managed by Ruturaj Gaikwad, is closely monitoring Dhoni’s recovery progress. Team management has emphasized that Dhoni will only return when fully cleared by medical staff.
Match Context
The MI vs CSK rivalry remains one of the most iconic matchups in cricket, with MI holding a narrow historical edge in head-to-head records. However, CSK has shown stronger recent form in previous encounters, setting the stage for another tightly contested battle.
With both franchises dealing with leadership pressure, injury uncertainty, and playoff implications, tonight’s clash is expected to be as much about tactical depth and squad balance as individual brilliance.
Final playing XIs for both teams will be confirmed at the toss, with millions of fans awaiting clarity on the participation of two of the IPL’s most influential figures.
23, Apr 2026
Tredence Brings Enterprise AI to Action with Google Cloud’s Gemini-Powered Agentic Accelerators
Bangalore, Apr 23: Tredence, the world’s leading data science and AI solutions company, today announced the launch of its suite of Agentic AI accelerators, developed in close collaboration with Google Cloud and Tredence‘s global customer base. These ready-to-deploy accelerators are pre-built, industry-specific AI solutions that will help enterprises bypass lengthy development cycles, enabling them to rapidly deploy proven use cases, integrate with existing data and workflows, and move from experimentation to measurable business outcomes at scale.
The suite includes solutions that accelerate data modernization by simplifying migration from legacy systems and unifying fragmented data into a governed, AI-ready Data foundation thus reducing time, cost, and complexity.
Built on that foundation, purpose-built AI agents work alongside people across the functional areas organizations rely on most, helping teams sense, decide, and act in real time.
In supply chain, this means replacing siloed tools with a single AI-driven decision layer that delivers real-time visibility, stronger coordination, and faster response across operations.
For customer-facing functions, enterprises can anticipate needs, personalize interactions at scale, and turn every customer touchpoint into measurable business impact.
At the core, a unified intelligence layer brings these capabilities together, where AI agents operate as digital co-workers, collaborating, reasoning, and executing decisions to drive faster, scalable enterprise outcomes.
“The gap between enterprises that lead and those that lag will come down to how quickly they operationalize Agentic AI,” said Sumit Mehra, Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer at Tredence. “With Google Cloud, we’re bringing together the power of Gemini Enterprise with solutions we’ve already tested in real-world environments. At Tredence, we don’t just build with Gemini Enterprise, we run on it. It is our trusted LLM across functions and teams, deployed at scale across our own organization. That firsthand experience is what allows our customers to move beyond pilots and actually scale AI by embedding it into day-to-day decisions and delivering outcomes they can measure.”
[RS1] [NK2] For a Fortune 500 global company, Tredence deployed Gemini Enterprise, Vertex AI, and BigQuery as the foundation of a complete Data and AI platform modernization, replacing a fragmented legacy environment with a unified, intelligent platform that powers hyper-personalized customer experiences, AI-driven product innovation, and smarter decision-making across the workforce.
“The impact has been global and cross-functional, from unifying supply chain intelligence across thousands of stores to rapidly launching full-scale agentic platforms, this demonstrates how the Tredence–Google Cloud partnership translates AI ambition into real, scalable business outcomes”, said Rakesh Sancheti, Chief Growth Officer at Tredence.
Unveiled at Google Cloud Next ’26, the suite represents a major milestone in the Tredence and Google Cloud partnership. This new suite of Agentic AI accelerators directly addresses the “Last Mile” challenge faced by companies, by combining Tredence’s deep industry expertise with Google Cloud’s full enterprise AI stack—including Gemini Enterprise, Gemini for Customer Experience, Vertex AI and BigQuery.
Tredence is a three-time winner of Google Cloud’s Partner of the year and will be showcasing the full Agentic AI Accelerator Suite live at Google Cloud Next ’26. Visit Booth #2911 to experience it live.
23, Apr 2026
India-US met coal trade will not shield steel sector from price shocks, supply constraints
April 23: India relies on imports for around 90% of its metallurgical (met) coal requirements, and that dependence is set to deepen. The country aims to reach 300 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) of crude steel capacity by 2030, with 64% of the steel capacity under development reliant on coal-based blast furnace (BF) technology that requires imported met coal.
A new briefing note by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA), ‘US met coal offers limited relief for India’s steel energy security’, finds that India’s push to diversify met coal imports toward the US, backed by recent bilateral trade engagement and heightened energy security concerns following the West Asia conflict, is unlikely to reduce these risks. Global price linkages, higher freight costs, limited US export capacity, and technical constraints in Indian steel plants all undercut the case for US coal as a meaningful substitute.
Australian supply still drives global prices
While India has broadened its supplier base in recent years, Australia continues to account for nearly half of global seaborne met coal exports. That dominance means supply disruptions in Australia can trigger price spikes across the entire market, including for US-origin coal. For instance,January 2026 saw heavy rainfall and flooding in Queensland, the world’s most significant met coal exporting region, disrupting mining operations and logistics. The resulting supply disruption drove up prices, with benchmark premium Australian hard coking coal (HCC) surging to USD252.5 per tonne (INR23,404 per tonne) on 4 February, an 18-month high and up more than 50% from the lows seen in March 2025.
Freight costs and declining US capacity limit substitution
The growing role of US coal in India’s import mix has been supported by shifting trade patterns and recent bilateral agreements. However, US coal faces structural disadvantages. Australian coal benefits from significantly shorter shipping distances to India, resulting in lower freight costs. US cargoes travel much longer routes, adding transportation costs that erode competitiveness.
“Freight economics are a key factor. The longer distance for US cargoes means higher freight costs, now exacerbated by the West Asia crisis and the impact on shipping fuel,” says Simon Nicholas, co-author of the briefing note, and Global Lead Analyst – Steel at IEEFA.
US export capacity is also limited and expected to decline in the coming years, even as India’s demand continues to rise. This imbalance reduces the potential for US coal to serve as a reliable long-term substitute.
Moreover, Indian steelmakers are increasingly adopting stamp-charging technology, a coking process optimised for blends of domestic and Australian coal. This further limits the suitability of US-origin coal in many existing plants and raises the cost of switching suppliers.
Reducing import dependence
The analysis concludes that diversification alone cannot address India’s underlying energy security risks.
“Even with diversified supply, India will remain exposed to global price volatility, supply disruptions, and climate-related risks in major exporting regions,” says the note’s co-author Saumya Nautiyal, Energy Finance Analyst – South Asia, IEEFA.
IEEFA recommends accelerating the transition to scrap-based electric arc furnace steelmaking and scaling up green hydrogen-based production. Domestic green hydrogen, in particular, is emerging as a strategic opportunity in the context of fossil fuel market instability and geopolitical risks. By reducing long-term dependence on imported met coal, India can build a more resilient and competitive steel sector aligned with its energy security and decarbonisation goals.
23, Apr 2026
Startup Stairs to Host ‘Startup League 2026’ to Bridge India’s DeepTech Gap and support Startups with up to INR 4 crore funding opportunity
New Delhi, Apr 23: Startup Stairs to host Startup League 2026, a national-level deep tech DeepTech hackathon and funding arena event aimed at accelerating India’s next wave of innovation-led startups. Scheduled for 11th June 2026, the initiative will address a critical gap in India’s startup ecosystem – the slow growth and commercialization of deep tech ventures.
“Over the past decade, India has seen great success in consumer startups across sectors like e-commerce, food delivery, and D2C. However, deep tech segments such as AI, drones, robotics, EV, semiconductors, and defence technology are yet to achieve similar scale and global leadership.
India has a strong pool of talent and experienced founders, but the availability of the right opportunities, structured support, and market access in deep tech remains limited. This often creates a gap between innovation and real-world application,” said Dr. Preet Sandhu, Co-Founder & Promoter at Startup Stairs.
“With Startup League 2026, we aim to bridge this gap by creating a platform that acts as both an opportunity and a solution – bringing together startups, investors, mentors, and industry leaders to support founders across every stage of their journey. This will be a recurring initiative, and Startup Stairs will continue to bring such platforms to promote funding access and strengthen India’s startup ecosystem,” added Ms. Sandhu.
The event will follow a three-phase model:
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Ideate & Qualify – Refine your idea into a structured pitch. Apply, qualify, and prepare for the stage
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Showcase & Validate – Demo your product to investors & experts. Get real-time feedback and domain validation
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Fund & Scale – Unlock capital from a ₹4 Crore pool. Accelerate growth with investor partnerships
Participating startups will gain access to up to ₹4 crore funding opportunity, along with mentorship, investor connections, product validation, go-to-market support, and scaling assistance.
Who Can Participate
Startup League 2026 is open to early-stage founders, innovators, and startups building solutions in high-impact deep tech sectors, including:
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Artificial Intelligence (AI)
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Drone Technology
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Electric Vehicles (EV)
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Robotics
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Semiconductor & Hardware (including PCB innovation)
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Defence Technology
A Full-Stack Ecosystem Approach
This event is not limited to founders alone. It is designed as a collaborative ecosystem bringing together startups, angel investors, venture capital firms, incubators, accelerators, corporates, universities, research institutions, and government partners.
Driving Indigenous Innovation Amid Global Shifts
With increasing geopolitical shifts and global supply chain disruptions, the need for indigenous technology development has never been more critical. Startup League 2026 aims to encourage Indian entrepreneurs to build world-class, locally developed solutions that can compete globally, while also tapping into the growing interest of global investors in India’s deep tech opportunity.
Call for Applications
Startup Stairs has opened applications for a limited number of high-impact startups to participate in Startup League 2026. This combines Top-Tier Investors, Deeptech Innovation and Government Support.
Interested founders, investors, and ecosystem partners can apply and learn more at: https://www.startupstairs.in/
