Consumer AI startup Primetrace reports Rs 200 Cr EBITDA run rate
Primetrace reported an ARR of Rs 550 crore, a 50x growth in three years. Å rare profitable startup in India’s consumer app market, its portfolio of AI apps crossed 350 million in cumulative downloads.
India puts its best startups forward in a push for global innovation clout
A high-profile gathering at the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay this week brought together investors, academics, and policymakers ahead of a planned international showcase in France.
Inside Curefoods' strategy against quick food delivery and its bet on Krispy Kreme and other brands
As foodtech company Curefoods gears up for an IPO, it is keen to double down on doughnut chain Krispy Creme, expand its cloud-kitchen format, and scale new brands.
Curefoods takes on quick food delivery; a motivational AI fitness coach
As Curefoods heads toward a public listing, it is sharpening a clear playbook: scale proven brands, double down on Krispy Kreme, and expand its cloud kitchen footprint beyond metros.
Toy manufacturing platform BIDSO raises Rs 63 Cr in Series A led by Blume Ventures
Bengaluru-based manufacturing platform BIDSO has raised Rs 63 crore in a Series A round led by Blume Ventures. The fresh capital will be used to expand its global toy production and design capabilities amid the growing China+1 shift.
Culture at scale: Building a sports team with a heart
In sport, every player has a role, and every role matters. The same is true in organisations. Organisational culture is the invisible operating system that shapes how decisions are made, how people show up, and how organisations endure, season after season.
Zari-Zardozi of Shahjahanpur: Hand Embroidery Shaping Occasion Wear
In Uttar Pradesh’s Shahjahanpur district, zari-zardozi work continues to define the local trade in occasion wear. The demand here is closely
Mirzapur’s Brass Utensils: Sustaining Tradition Through Skilled Metal Craftsmanship
In Uttar Pradesh’s Mirzapur district, brass utensils continue to hold relevance across both everyday use and ceremonial occasions.
Tribal Craft of Shravasti: Seasonal Craft Rooted in Home and Tradition
In Uttar Pradesh’s Shravasti district, Tharu embroidery and allied craft practices operate within a rhythm shaped by household needs
Custom Furniture in Bareilly: Where Design Briefs Turn into Built Spaces
In Uttar Pradesh’s Bareilly district, custom furniture making has evolved into a project-driven industry, closely tied to residential interiors
Talent and perspective: highlights from the Swar Sangam exhibition
In this photo essay, we feature glimpses from an ongoing exhibition at MKF Museum of Art.
Data, AI, health: test your business creativity with Edition 224 of our weekly quiz!
This insightful feature from YourStory tests and strengthens your business acumen! Here are 5 questions to kick off this 224th quiz. Ready?
Women in the age of AI; Weekend funding roundup
During her keynote speech at SheSparks, Neha Bagaria, Founder and CEO of HerKey, a career engagement for women, urged women to be involved in the building of the coming future where AI will play an increasingly essential part.
The unpaid, unrecognised burden of the women-led care economy of India
At SheSparks 2026, social activist and political scientist, Ranjana Kumari, spoke about the need to recognise all women’s contribution to India’s GDP.
Agra’s Leather Footwear: Where Material Trust Drives the Sale
Agra’s leather footwear industry thrives on craftsmanship, seasonal demand, and one key factor—buyer trust in genuine leather products.
Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (March 20, 2026)
YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Friday, March 20, 2026.
Zomato hikes platform fee by 19%
Zomato has raised its platform fee by 19.2% to Rs 14.90, citing rising energy costs amid climbing crude prices. The move will make food delivery pricier for users, even as rivals like magicpin hold rates steady for now.
Barabanki’s Handloom Products: Where Loom-Based Flexibility Meets Market Demand
Barabanki’s handloom industry is growing through design flexibility, custom production, and direct market access beyond local systems.
From being Flipkart’s backbone to scaling Bharat’s D2C brands, Ekart is building the new supply chain OS
For India’s fast-growing D2C brands, cracking the product is only half the battle; getting it to customers quickly and cost-effectively is the real test. Ekart is betting its nationwide logistics network can help brands scale across Bharat.
MAHE Online secures international affiliation from UK-Headquartered IRM’s India Affiliate
The Centre for Distance and Online Education becomes the second online institute in India to earn the certification, strengthening its focus on enterprise risk management and future-ready leadership