February 6, 2026 3:16 PM

Centre revises Startup India framework, raises turnover threshold

The centre on Thursday revised the startup recognition framework under the Startup India Action Plan, with an aim to strengthen India’s innovation ecosystem and support the next phase of startup growth. The revised framework seeks to provide a more predictable, inclusive and future-ready policy environment for founders, while encouraging the flow of long-term capital into high-technology and research-driven sectors. As Startup India enters its second decade, the updated criteria are designed...