Karnataka's Digital Landscape
Karnataka's Digital Landscape
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Many artificial intelligence startup ideas are still little more than superficial “wrappers” built on top of existing models. But as the AI model makers add more features, investors are wary of startups that could become so easily unnecessary.
The Karnataka government proposes to set up incubation centres across emerging technology clusters outside Bengaluru, as part of its efforts to strengthen the startup ecosystem in tier-2 cities.
Arguing that the 2026-27 Union Budget is a Yuva Shakti-based Budget, the finance minister stated that it is based on three kartavyas: accelerating growth, capacity building, and inclusive participation in India’s journey towards Viksit Bharat. The speech has highlighted structural changes, technology-based governance, and long-term state investment as components of the economic policy.
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Shri Piyush Goyal today urged medtech startups to look beyond the domestic market, leverage India’s expanding trade agreements covering nearly 70% of global GDP, and scale affordable innovations to serve both India and the world.
Pfizer has announced the winners of the INDovation Program 2025 edition. The programme selected 14 promising healthtech startups who will receive grants of Rs 60 lakh each and 18 months of other incubation support.The winning startups delivered robust solutions in the fields of Immunisation, NCDs (non-communicable diseases), Brain Health, Oncology and Maternal and Child Health.
India has preferential or zero duty market access to 70% of global Gross Domestic Product (GDP) through trade agreements and the start-ups should not limit themselves to domestic markets, commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal said Thursday.
Biotechnology firm Pandorum Technologies has raised $18 million (Rs 163 crore) in a Series B round to advance the clinical development of its therapies that target diseases on the surface of the eye.The Bengaluru-based startup, which operates research facilities in India and the US, said Monday the round was led by Vapi, Gujarat-based Protons Corporate Services Pvt Ltd.Drugmaker Galentic Pharma, stock market investor Ashish Kacholia, Noblevast Advisory, early-stage venture capital firm Avinya Ventures, and the Burman family were among the other investors that joined the round.
Founded in 2023, Sarvam AI is developing full-stack generative AI models designed for India’s linguistic diversity. Led by Dr. Vivek Raghavan and Dr. Pratyush Kumar, the Bengaluru-based company focuses on multilingual LLMs, voice technologies and sovereign AI infrastructure, aiming to deliver scalable, India-centric solutions across sectors.
India’s startup story is no longer just about unicorn valuations or headline-grabbing funding rounds. It is increasingly about the quiet but powerful institutions that shape ideas at their earliest stages-incubators, community innovation centres, mentors, policymakers and investors working together to turn raw innovation into scalable impact. That larger, more structural story came into sharp focus at AIM SUMVAAD, the flagship annual incubator conclave organised by the Atal Innovation Mission under NITI Aayog.
India roundup: A reality check of chipmaking dream
India’s plan to bring four semiconductor facilities into commercial production in 2026 marks an important milestone for the country’s semiconductor ambitions, but analysts say the move will have only a limited impact on global chip manufacturing capacity.
India roundup: A reality check of chipmaking dream
India’s plan to bring four semiconductor facilities into commercial production in 2026 marks an important milestone for the country’s semiconductor ambitions, but analysts say the move will have only a limited impact on global chip manufacturing capacity.
Udupi entrepreneur Sushanth Brahmavar wins Global Startup MSME Award
Sushanth Brahmavar an entrepreneur and vegetable Merchant from the city of udupi and Managing Director of SB traders at A.P.M.C Market udupi and the top graduate of Sri Poorna Prajna Evening College has made remarkable records it might be completing Bhagvadgita in 5.30 or being a youngest member of FKCCI karnataka top Industrial Body,or Winning karnataka Rajyotsava or Bharath Ratna by Karnataka Press club (r)Bangalore, but now he gained a weightage Award by winning Global Startup MSME Award 2026 at HOLIDAY INN Bangalore for his SB Group and making it as Fintech Brand round the globe
Udupi entrepreneur Sushanth Brahmavar wins Global Startup MSME Award
Sushanth Brahmavar an entrepreneur and vegetable Merchant from the city of udupi and Managing Director of SB traders at A.P.M.C Market udupi and the top graduate of Sri Poorna Prajna Evening College has made remarkable records it might be completing Bhagvadgita in 5.30 or being a youngest member of FKCCI karnataka top Industrial Body,or Winning karnataka Rajyotsava or Bharath Ratna by Karnataka Press club (r)Bangalore, but now he gained a weightage Award by winning Global Startup MSME Award 2026 at HOLIDAY INN Bangalore for his SB Group and making it as Fintech Brand round the globe
Google, Accel India accelerator chooses 5 startups and none are ‘AI wrappers’
Many artificial intelligence startup ideas are still little more than superficial “wrappers” built on top of existing models. But as the AI model makers add more features, investors are wary of startups that could become so easily unnecessary.
Google, Accel India accelerator chooses 5 startups and none are ‘AI wrappers’
Many artificial intelligence startup ideas are still little more than superficial “wrappers” built on top of existing models. But as the AI model makers add more features, investors are wary of startups that could become so easily unnecessary.
From Ore to Chip: Jharkhand’s quiet power in East India’s semiconductor corridor
India’s strategic deficit lies not in mineral availability, but in refining and purification depth. Today, high-value and strategic materials are routinely lost in slag and tailings, instead of being recovered, upgraded and absorbed into semiconductor and power-electronics supply chains. Jharkhand’s opportunity is to close this gap-to convert geological abundance into certified, usable semiconductor-grade inputs
From Ore to Chip: Jharkhand’s quiet power in East India’s semiconductor corridor
India’s strategic deficit lies not in mineral availability, but in refining and purification depth. Today, high-value and strategic materials are routinely lost in slag and tailings, instead of being recovered, upgraded and absorbed into semiconductor and power-electronics supply chains. Jharkhand’s opportunity is to close this gap-to convert geological abundance into certified, usable semiconductor-grade inputs
Indian Govt plan ₹1 lakh Cr ($11B) semiconductor manufacturing fund
This new capital injection is designed to expand upon the initial ₹76,000 crore incentive package from 2021, moving India beyond assembly and testing into full-scale indigenous manufacturing and design.
NITI Aayog collaborates with Tata to boost electronics manufacturing
NITI Aayog, the central government’s top policy think tank, held talks with Tata Electronics.The move is aimed at accelerating India’s growth in the electronics manufacturing sector.Suman Bery, Vice Chairman of NITI Aayog, met with Randhir Thakur, MD & CEO of Tata Electronics to discuss ways to boost production capacity and strengthen supply chains in India.
Lifestyle BCIC Hails Karnataka Budget as Growth-Oriented, Boost for MSMEs & Tech
The Bangalore Chamber of Industry and Commerce (BCIC) welcomed the Karnataka Budget 2026-27, calling it balanced and growth-oriented.K Ravi, Senior VP of BCIC, praised the government’s commitment to MSMEs through financial incentives, skill development, and ease of doing business.
Airbus opens 5,000-seat technology centre in Bengaluru, ETManufacturing
Aircraft manufacturer Airbus on Friday inaugurated a new technology centre in Bengaluru, marking a major expansion of its engineering and digital capabilities in India
AGNIT Semiconductors raises $2.6 million, bets on gallium nitride chips for telecom and defence
Bangalore-based deep-tech startup AGNIT Semiconductors raised $2.6 million in a seed extension equity round led by Shastra VC, marking the fund’s first investment in India’s semiconductor sector. The round also witnessed participation from existing investors 3one4 Capital and Zephyr Peacock, which had invested $3.5 million in the seed round. The company, backed by former Cognizant CEO Lakshmi Narayanan, did not disclose the latest valuation after this round.
AGNIT Semiconductors raises $2.6 million, bets on gallium nitride chips for telecom and defence
Bangalore-based deep-tech startup AGNIT Semiconductors raised $2.6 million in a seed extension equity round led by Shastra VC, marking the fund’s first investment in India’s semiconductor sector. The round also witnessed participation from existing investors 3one4 Capital and Zephyr Peacock, which had invested $3.5 million in the seed round. The company, backed by former Cognizant CEO Lakshmi Narayanan, did not disclose the latest valuation after this round.
India roundup: A reality check of chipmaking dream
India’s plan to bring four semiconductor facilities into commercial production in 2026 marks an important milestone for the country’s semiconductor ambitions, but analysts say the move will have only a limited impact on global chip manufacturing capacity.
India roundup: A reality check of chipmaking dream
India’s plan to bring four semiconductor facilities into commercial production in 2026 marks an important milestone for the country’s semiconductor ambitions, but analysts say the move will have only a limited impact on global chip manufacturing capacity.
Udupi entrepreneur Sushanth Brahmavar wins Global Startup MSME Award
Sushanth Brahmavar an entrepreneur and vegetable Merchant from the city of udupi and Managing Director of SB traders at A.P.M.C Market udupi and the top graduate of Sri Poorna Prajna Evening College has made remarkable records it might be completing Bhagvadgita in 5.30 or being a youngest member of FKCCI karnataka top Industrial Body,or Winning karnataka Rajyotsava or Bharath Ratna by Karnataka Press club (r)Bangalore, but now he gained a weightage Award by winning Global Startup MSME Award 2026 at HOLIDAY INN Bangalore for his SB Group and making it as Fintech Brand round the globe
Udupi entrepreneur Sushanth Brahmavar wins Global Startup MSME Award
Sushanth Brahmavar an entrepreneur and vegetable Merchant from the city of udupi and Managing Director of SB traders at A.P.M.C Market udupi and the top graduate of Sri Poorna Prajna Evening College has made remarkable records it might be completing Bhagvadgita in 5.30 or being a youngest member of FKCCI karnataka top Industrial Body,or Winning karnataka Rajyotsava or Bharath Ratna by Karnataka Press club (r)Bangalore, but now he gained a weightage Award by winning Global Startup MSME Award 2026 at HOLIDAY INN Bangalore for his SB Group and making it as Fintech Brand round the globe
Google, Accel India accelerator chooses 5 startups and none are ‘AI wrappers’
Many artificial intelligence startup ideas are still little more than superficial “wrappers” built on top of existing models. But as the AI model makers add more features, investors are wary of startups that could become so easily unnecessary.
Google, Accel India accelerator chooses 5 startups and none are ‘AI wrappers’
Many artificial intelligence startup ideas are still little more than superficial “wrappers” built on top of existing models. But as the AI model makers add more features, investors are wary of startups that could become so easily unnecessary.
From Ore to Chip: Jharkhand’s quiet power in East India’s semiconductor corridor
India’s strategic deficit lies not in mineral availability, but in refining and purification depth. Today, high-value and strategic materials are routinely lost in slag and tailings, instead of being recovered, upgraded and absorbed into semiconductor and power-electronics supply chains. Jharkhand’s opportunity is to close this gap-to convert geological abundance into certified, usable semiconductor-grade inputs
From Ore to Chip: Jharkhand’s quiet power in East India’s semiconductor corridor
India’s strategic deficit lies not in mineral availability, but in refining and purification depth. Today, high-value and strategic materials are routinely lost in slag and tailings, instead of being recovered, upgraded and absorbed into semiconductor and power-electronics supply chains. Jharkhand’s opportunity is to close this gap-to convert geological abundance into certified, usable semiconductor-grade inputs
Indian Govt plan ₹1 lakh Cr ($11B) semiconductor manufacturing fund
This new capital injection is designed to expand upon the initial ₹76,000 crore incentive package from 2021, moving India beyond assembly and testing into full-scale indigenous manufacturing and design.
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AGNIT Semiconductors raises $2.6 million, bets on gallium nitride chips for telecom and defence
Bangalore-based deep-tech startup AGNIT Semiconductors raised $2.6 million in a seed extension equity round led by Shastra VC, marking the fund’s first investment in India’s semiconductor sector. The round also witnessed participation from existing investors 3one4 Capital and Zephyr Peacock, which had invested $3.5 million in the seed round. The company, backed by former Cognizant CEO Lakshmi Narayanan, did not disclose the latest valuation after this round.
AGNIT Semiconductors raises $2.6 million, bets on gallium nitride chips for telecom and defence
Bangalore-based deep-tech startup AGNIT Semiconductors raised $2.6 million in a seed extension equity round led by Shastra VC, marking the fund’s first investment in India’s semiconductor sector. The round also witnessed participation from existing investors 3one4 Capital and Zephyr Peacock, which had invested $3.5 million in the seed round. The company, backed by former Cognizant CEO Lakshmi Narayanan, did not disclose the latest valuation after this round.
India roundup: A reality check of chipmaking dream
India’s plan to bring four semiconductor facilities into commercial production in 2026 marks an important milestone for the country’s semiconductor ambitions, but analysts say the move will have only a limited impact on global chip manufacturing capacity.
India roundup: A reality check of chipmaking dream
India’s plan to bring four semiconductor facilities into commercial production in 2026 marks an important milestone for the country’s semiconductor ambitions, but analysts say the move will have only a limited impact on global chip manufacturing capacity.
Udupi entrepreneur Sushanth Brahmavar wins Global Startup MSME Award
Sushanth Brahmavar an entrepreneur and vegetable Merchant from the city of udupi and Managing Director of SB traders at A.P.M.C Market udupi and the top graduate of Sri Poorna Prajna Evening College has made remarkable records it might be completing Bhagvadgita in 5.30 or being a youngest member of FKCCI karnataka top Industrial Body,or Winning karnataka Rajyotsava or Bharath Ratna by Karnataka Press club (r)Bangalore, but now he gained a weightage Award by winning Global Startup MSME Award 2026 at HOLIDAY INN Bangalore for his SB Group and making it as Fintech Brand round the globe
Udupi entrepreneur Sushanth Brahmavar wins Global Startup MSME Award
Sushanth Brahmavar an entrepreneur and vegetable Merchant from the city of udupi and Managing Director of SB traders at A.P.M.C Market udupi and the top graduate of Sri Poorna Prajna Evening College has made remarkable records it might be completing Bhagvadgita in 5.30 or being a youngest member of FKCCI karnataka top Industrial Body,or Winning karnataka Rajyotsava or Bharath Ratna by Karnataka Press club (r)Bangalore, but now he gained a weightage Award by winning Global Startup MSME Award 2026 at HOLIDAY INN Bangalore for his SB Group and making it as Fintech Brand round the globe
Google, Accel India accelerator chooses 5 startups and none are ‘AI wrappers’
Many artificial intelligence startup ideas are still little more than superficial “wrappers” built on top of existing models. But as the AI model makers add more features, investors are wary of startups that could become so easily unnecessary.
Google, Accel India accelerator chooses 5 startups and none are ‘AI wrappers’
Many artificial intelligence startup ideas are still little more than superficial “wrappers” built on top of existing models. But as the AI model makers add more features, investors are wary of startups that could become so easily unnecessary.
From Ore to Chip: Jharkhand’s quiet power in East India’s semiconductor corridor
India’s strategic deficit lies not in mineral availability, but in refining and purification depth. Today, high-value and strategic materials are routinely lost in slag and tailings, instead of being recovered, upgraded and absorbed into semiconductor and power-electronics supply chains. Jharkhand’s opportunity is to close this gap-to convert geological abundance into certified, usable semiconductor-grade inputs
From Ore to Chip: Jharkhand’s quiet power in East India’s semiconductor corridor
India’s strategic deficit lies not in mineral availability, but in refining and purification depth. Today, high-value and strategic materials are routinely lost in slag and tailings, instead of being recovered, upgraded and absorbed into semiconductor and power-electronics supply chains. Jharkhand’s opportunity is to close this gap-to convert geological abundance into certified, usable semiconductor-grade inputs
Indian Govt plan ₹1 lakh Cr ($11B) semiconductor manufacturing fund
This new capital injection is designed to expand upon the initial ₹76,000 crore incentive package from 2021, moving India beyond assembly and testing into full-scale indigenous manufacturing and design.
NITI Aayog collaborates with Tata to boost electronics manufacturing
NITI Aayog, the central government’s top policy think tank, held talks with Tata Electronics.The move is aimed at accelerating India’s growth in the electronics manufacturing sector.Suman Bery, Vice Chairman of NITI Aayog, met with Randhir Thakur, MD & CEO of Tata Electronics to discuss ways to boost production capacity and strengthen supply chains in India.
Lifestyle BCIC Hails Karnataka Budget as Growth-Oriented, Boost for MSMEs & Tech
The Bangalore Chamber of Industry and Commerce (BCIC) welcomed the Karnataka Budget 2026-27, calling it balanced and growth-oriented.K Ravi, Senior VP of BCIC, praised the government’s commitment to MSMEs through financial incentives, skill development, and ease of doing business.
Airbus opens 5,000-seat technology centre in Bengaluru, ETManufacturing
Aircraft manufacturer Airbus on Friday inaugurated a new technology centre in Bengaluru, marking a major expansion of its engineering and digital capabilities in India
AGNIT Semiconductors raises $2.6 million, bets on gallium nitride chips for telecom and defence
Bangalore-based deep-tech startup AGNIT Semiconductors raised $2.6 million in a seed extension equity round led by Shastra VC, marking the fund’s first investment in India’s semiconductor sector. The round also witnessed participation from existing investors 3one4 Capital and Zephyr Peacock, which had invested $3.5 million in the seed round. The company, backed by former Cognizant CEO Lakshmi Narayanan, did not disclose the latest valuation after this round.
AGNIT Semiconductors raises $2.6 million, bets on gallium nitride chips for telecom and defence
Bangalore-based deep-tech startup AGNIT Semiconductors raised $2.6 million in a seed extension equity round led by Shastra VC, marking the fund’s first investment in India’s semiconductor sector. The round also witnessed participation from existing investors 3one4 Capital and Zephyr Peacock, which had invested $3.5 million in the seed round. The company, backed by former Cognizant CEO Lakshmi Narayanan, did not disclose the latest valuation after this round.
India roundup: A reality check of chipmaking dream
India’s plan to bring four semiconductor facilities into commercial production in 2026 marks an important milestone for the country’s semiconductor ambitions, but analysts say the move will have only a limited impact on global chip manufacturing capacity.
India roundup: A reality check of chipmaking dream
India’s plan to bring four semiconductor facilities into commercial production in 2026 marks an important milestone for the country’s semiconductor ambitions, but analysts say the move will have only a limited impact on global chip manufacturing capacity.
Udupi entrepreneur Sushanth Brahmavar wins Global Startup MSME Award
Sushanth Brahmavar an entrepreneur and vegetable Merchant from the city of udupi and Managing Director of SB traders at A.P.M.C Market udupi and the top graduate of Sri Poorna Prajna Evening College has made remarkable records it might be completing Bhagvadgita in 5.30 or being a youngest member of FKCCI karnataka top Industrial Body,or Winning karnataka Rajyotsava or Bharath Ratna by Karnataka Press club (r)Bangalore, but now he gained a weightage Award by winning Global Startup MSME Award 2026 at HOLIDAY INN Bangalore for his SB Group and making it as Fintech Brand round the globe
Udupi entrepreneur Sushanth Brahmavar wins Global Startup MSME Award
Sushanth Brahmavar an entrepreneur and vegetable Merchant from the city of udupi and Managing Director of SB traders at A.P.M.C Market udupi and the top graduate of Sri Poorna Prajna Evening College has made remarkable records it might be completing Bhagvadgita in 5.30 or being a youngest member of FKCCI karnataka top Industrial Body,or Winning karnataka Rajyotsava or Bharath Ratna by Karnataka Press club (r)Bangalore, but now he gained a weightage Award by winning Global Startup MSME Award 2026 at HOLIDAY INN Bangalore for his SB Group and making it as Fintech Brand round the globe
Google, Accel India accelerator chooses 5 startups and none are ‘AI wrappers’
Many artificial intelligence startup ideas are still little more than superficial “wrappers” built on top of existing models. But as the AI model makers add more features, investors are wary of startups that could become so easily unnecessary.
Google, Accel India accelerator chooses 5 startups and none are ‘AI wrappers’
Many artificial intelligence startup ideas are still little more than superficial “wrappers” built on top of existing models. But as the AI model makers add more features, investors are wary of startups that could become so easily unnecessary.
From Ore to Chip: Jharkhand’s quiet power in East India’s semiconductor corridor
India’s strategic deficit lies not in mineral availability, but in refining and purification depth. Today, high-value and strategic materials are routinely lost in slag and tailings, instead of being recovered, upgraded and absorbed into semiconductor and power-electronics supply chains. Jharkhand’s opportunity is to close this gap-to convert geological abundance into certified, usable semiconductor-grade inputs
From Ore to Chip: Jharkhand’s quiet power in East India’s semiconductor corridor
India’s strategic deficit lies not in mineral availability, but in refining and purification depth. Today, high-value and strategic materials are routinely lost in slag and tailings, instead of being recovered, upgraded and absorbed into semiconductor and power-electronics supply chains. Jharkhand’s opportunity is to close this gap-to convert geological abundance into certified, usable semiconductor-grade inputs
Indian Govt plan ₹1 lakh Cr ($11B) semiconductor manufacturing fund
This new capital injection is designed to expand upon the initial ₹76,000 crore incentive package from 2021, moving India beyond assembly and testing into full-scale indigenous manufacturing and design.
ABOUT KDEM
Karnataka Digital Economy Mission, initiative of Government of Karnataka, designed to function as the knowledge bridge between the Government of Karnataka and industry to accelerate growth and investments in the field of of IT, Bt and S&T sectors in Karnataka.
A not-for-profit, Section ‘8’ organization under the aegis of the Department of Electronics, Information Technology, Biotechnology and Science & Technology, Government of Karnataka, driven by highly skilled, energetic and dynamic professionals. Industry Partners are ASSOCHAM, IESA & NASSCOM.
A not-for-profit, Section ‘8’ organization under the aegis of the Department of Electronics, Information Technology, Biotechnology and Science & Technology, Government of Karnataka, driven by highly skilled, energetic and dynamic professionals. Industry Partners are ASSOCHAM, IESA & NASSCOM.
Our Focus Areas
KDEM will help guide growth and investments in five core sectors. An advocacy council has been set up for each vertical to guide the management in its goals. The council helps in designing sector-specific strategies and its implementation. KDEM also facilitates in execution of short-term and long term projects. The focus is to achieve annual goals, increase investment flow and align existing activities within the overall KDEM goals.
IT Products & Services, BPM
and GCC Promotion
Startups
and Innovation
Electronics Systems Design and
Manufacturing (ESDM)
Beyond Bengaluru
Talent Accelerator
KDEM led Initiatives
PAST EVENTS
February 16 Friday
EMERGE-2024: A CUTTING-EDGE INNOVATION EVENT HOSTED BY IFIA BHARAT AND SECTION INFIN-8 FOUNDATION
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November 4, 2021
The Big Tech Show
@ Mysuru
- Venue : Radisson Mysuru
October 14, 2021
Mangaluru Technovanza
- Venue : TA Pai Conference Auditorium, Mangaluru
September 30, 2021
Impact & Innovation @ Hubballi/Dharwad/Belgaum
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Venue : Fairfield by Mariott,
Belgaum
Multiple sessions
Knowledge Dissemination Series for Beyond Bengaluru Start-Up Grid
- Venue : Online/ Hybrid
Resources
Handbook On Digital Economy Policies, Programs & Incentives In Karnataka
Karnataka is the bright spot in the developmental story of India. It epitomizes the best of
many worlds. Karnataka is a land of ancient heritage, scenic beauty, thriving wildlife and rich
culture. It is also a land of innovation, industry and a rich talent pool.Home to the Silicon Valley of India, it is a leader in sectors such as IT & ITeS, Machine Tools, Aerospace & Defence, ESDM, Biotechnology, R&D, and Engineering Design.
Making Digital Platforms Work for asia and the Pacific
Platforms have been transformative, drastically challenging traditional business models. Digital platform-enabled companies have radically reduced the market shares of traditionally dominant firms and generated modern forms of employment like cloud work, “gig” work or local on-demand work, and informal entrepreneurial work.
Digital Leadership and
the GIG Economy
Digitalization refers to the fourth industrial revolution and gig economy is its latest advancement. Digitalization is fast, and ongoing and now arguably ubiquitous all over the world. The developed countries have embraced digitalization and are now reaping the benefits from it.