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📢 Shiprocket has launched Shunya AI, the country’s first sovereign, multimodal AI engine built in and for India. Supporting voice, text, and image in 9+ Indian languages, it’s designed to be a 24x7 digital employee for over 1 lakh small businesses — all starting at just ₹499/month. From catalogue creation to customer engagement, Shunya.ai aims to revolutionize how small businesses grow in the digital age. Aishwarya Anand spoke to CEO Saahil Goel about what this means for Bharat’s $1T #MSME economy. #ShunyaAI #Shiprocket #IndiaAI #MSMEtech CNBC-TV18

The UAE-India CEPA Council has launched the Start-up Series to fast-track five top Indian startups into the UAE. Winners get full support—mentorship, workspace, licenses, and residency. Twenty finalists will pitch to a high-level panel. The move comes as bilateral trade hits $83.64 billion, up 15% since CEPA began. Aishwarya Anand spoke to UAE Ambassador Abdulnasser Alshaali, PhD at the launch. Embassy of India, Abu Dhabi, UAE CNBC-TV18

🚀 From 900 to 3: Amazon's Propel Accelerator Season 4 crowns Fix My Curls, AURIC & ISAK Fragrances as top #D2C innovators in beauty & personal care. Srinidhi Kalvapudi, Head of Amazon Global Selling India, shares with Aishwarya Anand their growth potential & what’s next for the program. CNBC-TV18

IPO-bound quick commerce player Zepto is in advanced talks to raise $450–500 million in a fresh funding round at a post-money valuation of $7 billion, sources confirm to CNBC-TV18. That’s a sharp 40% jump from last year’s $5B valuation when the company raised $1.35B. The round will be led by General Catalyst and Avenir Growth, with other existing investors expected to participate on a pro rata basis. This funding comes amid Zepto’s strategic push to boost Indian ownership ahead of a potential public listing. Aishwarya Anand brings more details.

“India brings the brains, the U.S. brings the infrastructure — innovation thrives when both align.” On the sidelines of SelectUSA Investment Summit in Maryland, USA, INTLDA’s Uvika Sharma tells Aishwarya Anand how to bridge policy divides like data localization vs. cross-border flows to power a cohesive digital future. CNBC-TV18

“If you’re not investing in India, that’s a problem.” 💡 At the SelectUSA Investment Summit, Adam H. Phillips of AthletesInnovate Ventures tells Aishwarya Anand why India is key to global portfolios, how sports-led startups can break into the U.S., and what 2025 holds for venture capital. CNBC-TV18

With ₹14.5 Cr in fresh funds, Koparo is doubling down on toxin-free innovation, strong margins, and scaling across India—online and off. From dish gels and detergents to floor cleaners and handwashes, Koparo products are safer alternatives to conventional options. In a chat with Aishwarya Anand, founder Simran Khara shares how the funds will fuel the next phase of growth. CNBC-TV18

📢 The unexpected step back of #Unacademy’s co-founder & CEO #GauravMunjal has unsettled VCs & sparked governance concerns. According to sources, the board was not unanimous in supporting Munjal’s decision, signaling friction in the leadership ranks. Aishwarya Anand reports. CNBC-TV18

🚀 AI is reshaping online selling—from product photography to marketing. Aishwarya Anand speaks to Phot.AI co-founder Venus Dhuria on their $2.7M fundraise from Info Edge Ventures, 3M+ sign-ups, and how they’re taking on giants like Adobe and Canva. #AI #Ecommerce #Startup TiE Delhi-NCR CNBC-TV18

On Young Turks Reloaded, Siddharth Roy Kapur breaks down why India hasn’t had its #Parasite moment - yet. In a candid chat with Shereen Bhan, he reveals how a new wave of desi creators is blending local stories with global storytelling flair, and why shows like Kohrra are proof that the tide is turning. What makes him greenlight a story? It all starts with one thing: instinct. Crossover dreams, cinematic truths - this one’s for every storyteller chasing the global dream. Young Turks