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Peerzada Abrar

Peerzada Abrar

Peerzada Abrar

Peerzada Abrar is a technology and business reporter at Business Standard. He covers the intersection of technology, AI, business, and society and its impact on our lives. This includes tracking top tech firms and startups. He joined Business Standard in 2019, after having worked at The Economic Times and The Hindu. There, he covered the entrepreneurship ecosystem, including startups, new technologies, venture capital, and private equity. A storyteller at heart, he is captivated by the potential of innovation to address global challenges. His narrative spans from resilient communities combating epidemics and natural disasters to groundbreaking initiatives that empower the underserved and transform humanitarian landscapes.

Peerzada Abrar is a technology and business reporter at Business Standard. He covers the intersection of technology, AI, business, and society and its impact on our lives. This includes tracking top tech firms and startups. He joined Business Standard in 2019, after having worked at The Economic Times and The Hindu. There, he covered the entrepreneurship ecosystem, including startups, new technologies, venture capital, and private equity. A storyteller at heart, he is captivated by the potential of innovation to address global challenges. His narrative spans from resilient communities combating epidemics and natural disasters to groundbreaking initiatives that empower the underserved and transform humanitarian landscapes.

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Robotics, precision manufacturing hot bets for investors: Accel's Prakash

Accel's Prakash says India will become precision manufacturing powerhouse for aerospace and defence in next few years

Robotics, precision manufacturing hot bets for investors: Accel's Prakash
Updated On : 25 Nov 2024 | 11:27 PM IST

Eyeing level playing field to cater to nation's aspirations: Priyank Kharge

The minister for IT and biotechnology and rural development and Panchayat Raj, government of Karnataka, said the state should get its share of such opportunities as it is a hub for IT services exports

Eyeing level playing field to cater to nation's aspirations: Priyank Kharge
Updated On : 22 Nov 2024 | 11:48 PM IST

Ola Electric may lay off 500 employees as part of restructuring exercise

The aim is to remove redundant roles, improve efficiency, increase margin and attain profitability, according to the sources

Ola Electric may lay off 500 employees as part of restructuring exercise
Updated On : 21 Nov 2024 | 10:03 PM IST

Bengaluru Tech Summit: India's DPI has reached maturity level to go global

Countries showing interest in adopting India's digital public infrastructure model, which would help them deliver essential services, empower citizens, and improve lives by enabling digital inclusion

Bengaluru Tech Summit: India's DPI has reached maturity level to go global
Updated On : 21 Nov 2024 | 8:51 PM IST

Bengaluru Tech Summit: Draft Karnataka Space Tech policy launched

The draft policy lays down the overall vision of Government of Karnataka for the space sector which is to hold 50 per cent of the national market share and transform into a global destination of space

Bengaluru Tech Summit: Draft Karnataka Space Tech policy launched
Updated On : 21 Nov 2024 | 12:55 AM IST

'Need to build mobility innovations with people-centric approach'

They emphasised the need for collective innovation to build a robust infrastructure, including electrified buses and smart mobility solutions

'Need to build mobility innovations with people-centric approach'
Updated On : 20 Nov 2024 | 9:39 PM IST

Uber aims to launch shuttle service in Bengaluru; showcases plan at summit

This is expected to help more people book their travel in larger vehicles like shuttles helping take vehicles off the road

Uber aims to launch shuttle service in Bengaluru; showcases plan at summit
Updated On : 20 Nov 2024 | 8:55 PM IST

''From back-office sites, Indian GCCs becoming innovation hubs now''

India's global capability centres (GCCs) are projected to become a $100 billion industry by 2030, employing over 2.5 million professionals, according to industry data

''From back-office sites, Indian GCCs becoming innovation hubs now''
Updated On : 20 Nov 2024 | 7:50 PM IST

Some jobs will disappear due to AI: Wipro Executive Chairman Rishad Premji

At a time when the 70-hour work week topic has sparked debate online, Premji also said that work-life balance is incredibly important for employees

Some jobs will disappear due to AI: Wipro Executive Chairman Rishad Premji
Updated On : 19 Nov 2024 | 9:20 PM IST

Industry, govt, academia collaboration in focus at Bengaluru Tech Summit

Biocon Chairperson Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw said efforts should be made to ensure the government becomes the first user of innovations from startups

Industry, govt, academia collaboration in focus at Bengaluru Tech Summit
Updated On : 19 Nov 2024 | 8:09 PM IST

Bengaluru Tech Summit unveils initiatives to support startups at all stages

One of the initiatives is Innovate Campus, which focuses on deep-tech innovations such as quantum AI, climate tech, and space tech

Bengaluru Tech Summit unveils initiatives to support startups at all stages
Updated On : 19 Nov 2024 | 4:48 PM IST

Bengaluru Tech Summit: CM Siddaramaiah launches GCC policy, skilling drive

Karnataka plans to set up three innovation districts for Global Capability Centres (GCCs) in the state, which will serve as global hubs for innovation and research

Bengaluru Tech Summit: CM Siddaramaiah launches GCC policy, skilling drive
Updated On : 19 Nov 2024 | 3:51 PM IST

India is among top 3 fast-growth markets for us: FedEx's Richard W Smith

Smith, the COO, international, and CEO, Airline FedEx, said express transportation firm unveiling its fourth international daily flight connecting India to the rest of world

India is among top 3 fast-growth markets for us: FedEx's Richard W Smith
Updated On : 18 Nov 2024 | 10:48 PM IST

The Good Glamm Group completes 100% acquisition of The Moms Co

This comes on the heels of the group's completion of its Sirona transaction and increases in shareholding in other portfolio brands Organic Harvest and Winkl

The Good Glamm Group completes 100% acquisition of The Moms Co
Updated On : 18 Nov 2024 | 5:51 PM IST

Huge wealth of data talent in India, looking to attract it: Lingaro CEO

At a time when India's Global Capability Centre (GCC) market size is expected to reach $60 billion by 2025, tech firm Lingaro Group is eyeing a 30 per cent year-over-year revenue increase in India

Huge wealth of data talent in India, looking to attract it: Lingaro CEO
Updated On : 17 Nov 2024 | 7:59 PM IST

Targeting India revenue of 1 bn euros in 3 yrs: Aliaxis' Thierry Vanlancker

India is the real growth market for the Belgium-based fluid management solutions company, Vanlancker said, adding its Indian company, AshirvadPipes, is now an APAC innovation hub

Targeting India revenue of 1 bn euros in 3 yrs: Aliaxis' Thierry Vanlancker
Updated On : 17 Nov 2024 | 7:55 PM IST

Vecmocon raises $10 million in the first phase of Series A funding

The vehicle intelligence firm will use the funding to expand its reach in various market segments, including electric two-wheelers, three-wheelers, light commercial vehicles (LCVs), and buses

Vecmocon raises $10 million in the first phase of Series A funding
Updated On : 15 Nov 2024 | 6:14 PM IST

Drone startup Airbound raises $1.7 million funding, to focus on deliveries

Airbound will deploy its R&D efforts to initially focus on medical deliveries and then expand into other areas such as food and groceries

Drone startup Airbound raises $1.7 million funding, to focus on deliveries
Updated On : 15 Nov 2024 | 6:08 PM IST

Women Uber drivers now have the option to accept only female riders

The option which helps female earners prioritise their safety is among a suite of new features unveiled by Uber, aimed at enhancing the daily experiences of its drivers in India

Women Uber drivers now have the option to accept only female riders
Updated On : 15 Nov 2024 | 12:16 AM IST

Rapido reports 2.5x increase in gross order value to Rs 2,461 cr in Q2FY25

Low-cost mobility platform reports more than two-fold increase in gross order value of Rs 2,461 cr in Q2 FY25

Rapido reports 2.5x increase in gross order value to Rs 2,461 cr in Q2FY25
Updated On : 14 Nov 2024 | 4:20 PM IST