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Get the appGetIndian startups, including Boldfit and Origin, collectively raised approximately $236 million in funding this week. This significant investment highlights the growing interest and confidence in the Indian startup ecosystem across various sectors. The funds will likely support expansion, product development, and market penetration for these companies.
Inc42·
The Supreme Court of India declared that children have a fundamental right to access the internet and cannot be completely banned from using it. The court emphasized that while protecting children from harmful content like sexual exploitation is important, outright prohibition is not permissible. The ruling calls for balanced measures to ensure children's safety online without denying their rights.
Hindustan·
Discussions around whether Rohit Sharma will play in the 2027 World Cup and why Vaibhav Suryavanshi was not selected have emerged during interviews with candidates replacing Ajit Agarkar as India's chief selector. Former cricketer Pragyan Ojha found it difficult to become chief selector. A 48-year-old former player is set to replace Agarkar, with Ramesh Powar likely to join the senior selection committee.
AajTak·
Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf's education initiative, valued at over $1 billion, has expanded to reach 122 schools. Additionally, Steffi Graf's foundation continues to support educational causes, helping to improve resources and opportunities for students. This large-scale effort highlights their commitment to enhancing education through significant financial and organizational support.
The Times of India·
A fake WhatsApp app has been discovered on the Google Play Store with over 500,000 downloads. This counterfeit app poses a risk to users' data security. It appeared before the official WhatsApp version, raising concerns about data privacy and app authenticity on the platform. Users are advised to be cautious and verify app sources.
Moneycontrol.com·
Former US President Donald Trump announced that India will not face tariffs on its purchases of oil and gas from Russia. This decision provides significant relief to India just before the deadline for tariff imposition. Trump highlighted that the US benefits from this arrangement and has already made diesel purchase deals with Russia, preventing a 100% tariff on India and four other countries.
ABP News·
Inc42·
Indian startups, including Boldfit and Origin, collectively raised approximately $236 million in funding this week. This significant investment highlights the growing interest and confidence in the Indian startup ecosystem across various sectors. The funds will likely support expansion, product development, and market penetration for these companies.
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