We are excited to welcome Nauman Mulla as a featured speaker at ESCOM 2026. As the Co-Founder & COO of STAN, one of India’s fastest-growing gaming and creator community platforms, Nauman has played a pivotal role in building a thriving ecosystem connecting millions of gamers, creators, brands, and esports enthusiasts across the country. STAN has grown into one of Asia’s largest gaming communities, serving tens of millions of users and redefining fan engagement in gaming. With extensive experience spanning esports, gaming, creator economy, operations, partnerships, and community building, Nauman has…
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India’s Invisible Workforce: The Workers Who Don’t Know They’re Building Tomorrow’s Robots
Every time a housekeeper folds a bedsheet, a factory worker assembles a part, or a delivery agent sorts a package — that movement could be worth money to someone building a robot. Not to the worker. To the startup recording them. This is the new reality of physical AI, and it is unfolding quietly across India’s workplaces, hotels, restaurants, and homes. At the heart of this week’s controversy is Human Archive — a startup founded by four 20-year-old college dropouts that just raised $8.2 million to do one thing: collect…
Read MoreIndia is Rushing to Learn AI — But Is Anyone Actually Getting Hired?
India is in the middle of a full-scale AI learning rush. From college students using AI-powered mock interviews to commerce graduates learning prompt engineering, artificial intelligence is no longer just a technology story — it is becoming a career survival story. The numbers speak for themselves. India now has 9.2 million learners on AICRA, making it the platform’s second-largest market globally, with Indian learners enrolling in Generative AI courses at the rate of three enrollments every minute. From Curiosity to Career Necessity AI is no longer limited to engineering students….
Read MoreFrom Lab to Factory Floor: The Technology Behind Humanoid Robots
Humanoid robots are no longer a distant vision of the future. They are quietly crossing a significant threshold — moving from controlled prototype environments into real-world pilot projects designed to work alongside humans. Where collaborative robots (cobots) once revolutionized industrial automation with their sensor-driven precision and intuitive programming, humanoids are now poised to go further, taking on tasks that were, until recently, exclusively within the domain of human capability. The goal, however, is not replacement — it is relief. As global labour shortages intensify across industries, humanoid robots represent one…
Read MoreStartup Mahakumbh 5.0: Celebrating India’s Startup Spirit in 2026
Startup Mahakumbh 5.0, organized in 2026 at the iconic Yashobhoomi Convention Centre in New Delhi, brought together some of the brightest minds from the startup ecosystem. The event served as a powerful platform where entrepreneurs, investors, innovators, and industry leaders gathered to exchange ideas, explore opportunities, and celebrate innovation. Over the course of two exciting days, the event witnessed participation from a wide range of startups, delegates, exhibitors, and investors representing different sectors such as technology, healthcare, fintech, education, sustainability, and advanced manufacturing. Startups showcased their innovative solutions and cutting-edge…
Read MoreStartup Mahakumbh 5.0 – Grand Innovation Gathering at Yashobhoomi
Startup Mahakumbh 5.0, held in 2026 at the grand Yashobhoomi Convention Centre in New Delhi, emerged as one of India’s most impactful gatherings of startups, innovators, investors, and industry leaders. The two-day event brought together a vibrant community of entrepreneurs and ecosystem enablers to celebrate innovation, collaboration, and the future of business. The event witnessed participation from hundreds of startups, delegates, exhibitors, investors, and mentors from across India and several international markets. Participants had the opportunity to showcase their groundbreaking ideas, products, and technologies across diverse sectors including AI, fintech,…
Read MoreIndustry Sectors Covered in Startup Mahakumbh 5.0 Awards
The Startup Mahakumbh 5.0 Awards are designed to represent the full spectrum of India’s innovation economy. Hosted at Yashobhoomi Convention Center, the awards feature 56 specialized categories that ensure inclusive and industry-specific recognition. Major Sectors Include: Artificial Intelligence & Deep Tech Fintech & Digital Payments Healthtech & MedTech EdTech & Skill Development Agritech & Food Innovation CleanTech & Sustainability Mobility & Smart Infrastructure These categories are carefully curated to highlight startups driving transformation across traditional and emerging sectors. Startup Mahakumbh 5.0 provides a national stage where innovation meets opportunity. If…
Read MoreWhy Startup Dangal 2.0 is a Must-Join at Startup Mahakumbh 5.0
As part of Startup Mahakumbh 5.0, Startup Dangal 2.0 offers founders a rare opportunity to compete on a high-impact stage dedicated to innovation and growth. Hosted at the prestigious Yashobhoomi Convention Center, this competition connects startups directly with 50+ active investors and ecosystem leaders. Participants go through three dynamic stages—nomination, grand pitch, and win & scale. Finalists showcase products at exhibition booths and pitch live before a distinguished jury panel. The rapid-fire round determines winners who receive funding support, expert mentorship, and strategic guidance. For investors, Dangal 2.0 serves as…
Read MoreStartup Dangal 2.0 – The Ultimate Pitch Arena at Startup Mahakumbh 5.0
Startup Dangal 2.0 returns bigger and bolder as a dedicated competition stage at Startup Mahakumbh 5.0, happening on 9-10 March 2026 at the iconic Yashobhoomi Convention Center. This exclusive platform is designed to bring India’s most promising startups face-to-face with leading investors, mentors, and ecosystem enablers. At Dangal 2.0, innovation meets opportunity. Selected startups will pitch live before venture capitalists, angel investors, and industry experts, competing for funding, mentorship, and national recognition. With nominations pouring in from across India, the competition highlights breakthrough ideas in AI, fintech, healthtech, sustainability, and…
Read MoreStartup Mahakumbh 5.0 – India’s Premier Startup Exhibition & Networking Platform
Startup Mahakumbh 5.0 is India’s premier startup exhibition and networking platform, bringing together founders, business leaders, and global investors under one roof at the iconic Yashobhoomi Convention Center. Taking place on 9-10 March 2026, this mega startup event in New Delhi offers unmatched opportunities for growth and collaboration. 🔹 For Exhibitors Showcase your innovative products and services to thousands of entrepreneurs, corporate buyers, and venture capitalists. Exhibiting at Startup Mahakumbh 5.0 helps increase brand visibility, generate qualified leads, and build strategic partnerships in India’s fast-growing startup ecosystem. 🔹 For Delegates…
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