Darsana Damodaran
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Startup enthusiast and writer exploring innovations, funding trends, and the evolving entrepreneurial landscape across India and beyond. She balances this creative pursuit with a career in medicine.
Kovon Secures $250K in Pre-Seed Funding Led by TDV Partners to Scale Global Workforce Mobility Platform
In a labour market increasingly defined by cross-border demand and fragmented supply chains, Indian workforce mobility startup Kovon…
MeitY Notifies Online Gaming Rules 2026; E-Sports Promoted, Real-Money Games Outlawed from May 1
India’s digital gaming sector has long operated in a regulatory grey area, balancing rapid commercial growth against mounting…
Government Commits ₹10,000 Crore Under Startup India FoF 2.0 to Mobilise Capital for Priority Startup Segments
In a landmark policy development, the Government of India has formally notified the Startup India Fund of Funds…
Shortgun Games Acquires 30% Stake in GiantDot to Unify Game Development and Creative Storytelling
In a strategic move that signals a maturing approach to game development in India, Mumbai based Shortgun Games…
Instagram Enforces Mandatory Teen Account Restrictions in India, Requiring Parental Consent for Users Under 16
In an era where social media has become deeply embedded in the lives of young people, the question…
Meta Pilots Instagram Plus, a Low-Cost Premium Tier Designed for Everyday Instagram Users
Meta tests Instagram Plus — a low-cost subscription for regular users, offering exclusive Stories tools and audience controls.…
OpenAI Closes Sora Video App After Heavy Losses, Copyright Problems, and a Broken $1 Billion Disney Deal
Six months after launch, OpenAI pulls the plug on Sora, its AI video platform, as daily losses hit…
Fandom Storytelling Platform Fanon Raises $1 Million in Pre-Seed Funding Co-Led by Kalaari Capital and Gruhas
The fandom economy has long operated in the shadows of mainstream social media, with passionate communities of creators…
Pet Care Brand Moe Puppy Raises ₹2 Crore in Pre-Seed Funding Led by PedalStart
India’s pet care industry continues to attract early stage investor attention, with D2C grooming and wellness brand Moe…
RAS Luxury Skincare Secures $7.5 Mn in Series B Funding Led by Dabur Ventures
India’s D2C beauty market continues to attract institutional attention, and RAS Luxury Skincare’s latest fundraise is a testament…