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  • On National Startup Day, Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM) joined the nation in celebrating 10 years of Startup India, marking a decade of innovation and entrepreneurial growth across India. KSUM continues to strengthen this vision by empowering founders and building a future-ready startup ecosystem. Know more

  • Kerala Startup Mission, in collaboration with Maker Village, hosted Dr. Samir V. Kamat and senior DRDO officials at the Integrated Startup Complex to engage with startups developing defence solutions. The delegation appreciated the startups’ innovations and impact, commending their contribution to India’s self-reliance in the defence sector. Know more

  • Project LIORA, a Kudumbashree Mission initiative, was showcased at the International Innovation Conclave at KSUM, Kochi. The event highlighted the creativity and innovation of young minds from across Kerala. Know more

  • Kerala hosting the AI Future Con 2026 on 23 January at The Leela Kovalam, bringing together global leaders, policymakers, and industry experts.The event focused on driving responsible and impactful AI across healthcare, governance, and innovation. Know more

  • Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM) invited individuals to volunteer as Innovation Ambassadors to connect social entrepreneurs and grassroots innovators across Kerala. Anyone connected to entrepreneurial or social initiatives could apply by 20 January 2026. Know more

  • Kerala Startup Mission is hosting Startup 360 – Palakkad Edition on 2 February 2026 at KSUM, Govt Polytechnic College, offering startup founders guidance on company registration, legal, and financial support. Know more

  • Dhanam Healthcare Summit 2026, Kerala’s biggest healthcare conference, expo, and awards event, will take place on 31 January & 1 February 2026 at IMA House, Kochi. The summit will focus on Sustainable Healthcare and Innovation. Know more

  • Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM) invites startups to showcase high-impact innovations at the 33rd Convergence India 2026 Expo, happening 23–25 March 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. Last date to apply: 31 January 2026. Know more

  • Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM) is inviting applications for internship and fellowship roles, offering hands-on experience within Kerala’s dynamic startup and innovation ecosystem. Know more

  • Build for India – India’S Largest Agentic AI Hackathon goes live at Kerala Startup Mission, Kochi on 27–28 February 2026, calling innovators building agentic AI that can plan, decide, and act. Grants up to ₹20 Lakhs for winners. Know more

  • Startup India invites India’s tech startups to join the DPIIT delegation at TECHARENA 2026 in Stockholm on 11–12 February, connecting with investors, corporates, and global ecosystem leaders. Know more

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