US-based AI edtech marketplace WooStudy forays into India

Woostudy, based in New York, has announced the launch of its operations in India, claiming to be the world’s first AI-powered edtech marketplace. By 2024, the company expects to have over 1 lakh students registered on the platform, in partnership with over 5000 institutes and 500 counsellors across the country. WooStudy’s launch into India comes at a time when the edtech sector in India is expanding, with record investments in the last two years. The sector is also consolidating as the hybrid-education model gets traction. WooStudy was launched in 2019 with…

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India no longer just a low cost centre but main innovation hub: Chandra Reddy, head of engineering and R&D – India, Capgemini

Digital practises are increasingly accounting for a larger share of revenue for IT services firms. Digital has effectively cut across major core engineering verticals—manufacturing, automotive, wireless technology, logistics, and many more—with Covid-19 accelerating digital adoption. Despite Covid-19, according to a recent Zinnov report, engineering, research, and development (ER&D) spending has remained resilient, increasing by 3% year over year. It also predicted that global ER&D spending would reach $2.1 trillion by 2024, with a CAGR of 9%. This massive opportunity has attracted IT services brands from around the world to capitalise…

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It’s time for India First tech startup conclave & awards : Bengaluru edition

The india first tech startup conclave & awards coming to the silicon valley of india: Bengaluru, after the success of its Delhi chapter. The conclave is one of the most influential and innovative event that has a collective goal to improve the tech startup ecosystem of india. The recent Delhi chapter of India first tech startup conclave & awards concluded with a note to continue its effort for the overall growth of techstartups and its processes. The Bengaluru edition of India first tech startup conclave & awards will be commenced…

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AICRA announced the 4th season of INDIA STEM SUMMIT AND AWARDS 2022

All India Council for Robotics and automation proudly announced the 4tg season of INDIA STEM SUMMIT AND AWARDS, a super ecosystem event designed to showcase the diverse array of STEM by providing professional learning opportunities and embrace the collaboration and investment opportunities with the overarching collective goal to improve robotics and automation in India. The two-day event to be held at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi on the 28th and 29th of April will engage participants around the globe to share and discuss their innovative practices, research initiatives, and educational tools…

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Google debuts subscription service Play Pass in India

Google, which has been at odds with the Indian startup and developer community for months, has announced the launch of Google Play Pass in India. Google Play Pass is a subscription service that provides access to many apps and games without ads, in-app purchases, or upfront payments. It is currently available in 90 countries. Play Pass will have 1,000+ titles from 59 different nations, including many from India, in 41 different categories. Play Pass, which has the ability to reach users in 90 countries, would provide Indian developers of all…

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We should go for indigenous manufacturing in defence sector : PM Modi

Cyber security is no longer limited to just the digital world as it has now become a matter of national security, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday. He also noted that the process of importing defence items is so long that by the time they reach our security forces, many of them have become outdated and therefore, the solution is to go for indigenous manufacturing. “Even during the period of slavery and immediately after Independence, the strength of our defence manufacturing was very high. Weapons made in India played…

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Meet the winner : Best Start-up Initiative in Robotics Sector award at IFTSCA 2022

Orangewood Research and Advancement Private Limited, a start-up that has always endeavored to democratize robotics to build Industry 4.0 are creating waves by bagging the Best Start-up Initiative in Robotics Sector award at India First tech startup conclave & awards 2022, Delhi chapter. The company has received huge appreciation for its innovative approach in solving the two biggest challenges in the robot manufacturing industry, complexity and cost. The company has the vision to make robots accessible to businesses of all sizes. The startup says, “We are building collaborative robots, or…

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Dr Jitendra Singh on India emerging as world’s preferred startup destination

India first tech startup conclave & awards, India’s biggest tech startup event organized by all India council for robotics and automation, got off to a rousing start on February 17th with an inspiring inaugural address by Dr Jitendra Singh, Hon’ble Minister of State (I/C), Minister of S&T & ES, Govt. of India. He said the robust ecosystem of Startups will play a critical role in ensuring that India achieves its goal of a $5 trillion economy by 2025. “India is emerging as world’s preferred Start-Up destination due to its vast…

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Karnataka schemes for startups to grow and thrive

Extolling the startup initiatives of Karnataka Dr C N Ashwath Narayan, Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka and Minister for Higher & Medical Education, IT & BT, Science & Technology inspired the audience at India first tech startup conclave & awards 2022, Delhi chapter. The minister stated that Karnataka state is the most ideal place for startup innovations and entrepreneurship. “The government of Karnataka, consistently come out with many schemes, programs and policies relevant to the time and situation. We have been very well connected with the industry and we work…

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Government schemes to build thriving startup ecosystem

India is making progress toward its goal of creating a thriving startup ecosystem. To encourage and support startup owners, the government has launched various schemes over the past few years. Startup India initiative intends to build a strong ecosystem that is conducive for the growth of startups. It aims to empower startups to achieve growth through innovation and technology. To promote growth and help the Indian economy, many benefits are being given to entrepreneurs establishing startups. SAMRIDH Scheme Ashwini Vaishnaw,  Minister of Electronics Information and Technology (MeitY) launched the SAMRIDH…

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