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India's battery energy storage market is set to boom, with storage capacity expected to reach 27 GW by 2030. The cost of lithium-ion battery packs has touched a historic low of $115/kWh. Affordable storage systems will unlock larger opportunities in India's renewable energy potential. Abhijeet Pai l Nikhil Kamath

Imagine controlling devices with just your thoughts—no screens, no buttons, just pure brainpower. Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs) are turning this science fiction into reality, and India is quietly making waves in this transformative tech. With a 54% increase in BCI-related research over the last three years and over 20 universities actively working on BCI projects, India’s academic and tech communities are exploring groundbreaking applications. From prosthetics controlled by brain signals to enhancing learning in schools through cognitive monitoring systems expected to improve retention rates by 35%, the potential is immense. Globally, BCIs are breaking barriers beyond healthcare. Think mind-controlled gaming, projected to see a user base of over 10 million by 2030, or neuro-marketing, where companies have reported a 20% boost in campaign effectiveness using brainwave analysis. As neuroscience advances, BCIs are unlocking seamless communication between humans and machines, transforming the way we connect with and control our environment. The future of communication might just be... telepathic. #NeuroTech #BCIIndia #BCIFuture #BrainPower Nikhil Kamath l Abhijeet Pai

Celebrating the success of our recent Demo Day! Six exceptional startups showcased their groundbreaking innovations in the Food & Beverage space, hosted at Broadway - a cutting-edge retail experience. It was a day filled with insights, inspiration, and innovation. Key Highlights from the event: ✨ Fireside Chats: Valuable and inspiring perspectives from Mr. #KishoreBiyani, founder of Future Group. ✨ Insights on D2C Landscape by Stuti Pandey, Senior Program Manager, Zepto ✨ Featured Startups: Grabenord , Recipeat, Hemptyful, RIO INNOBEV PVT LTD., Evolve Snacks pvt ltd , and The Fresh Press pitched in front of prominent investors. ✨ Networking: Over 80+ investors, mentors, and industry experts connected with startups alongside prominent publications from 231 platforms. A big shoutout to Salud Beverages Private Limited Drinks for keeping spirits high throughout the event and making the day even more vibrant. Congratulations to Anupam Pandey and the amazing team at Anthill Ventures for spearheading the Gruhas Gusto six-month speed-scaling program. Your efforts have propelled these startups toward exponential growth and success! This Demo Day was more than an event - it was a celebration of innovation, collaboration, and the incredible potential of the F&B industry. Cheers to even greater milestones ahead! Gruhas Gusto - India's leading food innovation program - An initiative by Gruhas, Jubilant Bhartia FO, DLF FO and Anthill Ventures. #FoodInnovation #Foodtech #DemoDay #Startups #AnthillVentures #GruhasGusto #Collaboration Prasad Vanga Sailesh Sigatapu Anupam Pandey Nagendra Khatri Muneetpal Singh Jolly Rishiraj Choudhury Abhijeet Pai Gruhas Rahul Talwar Arjun Bhartia Shreya Gupta Shoiab Rafi Ajay Shetty Vivek Biyani Kshitij Ladia Ashish Kohli Priyanshu Jha Manan Gulati  Pushpanjali Uppu

The Hero for Startups Roadshow, an initiative by Hero MotoCorp, is set to take place at T-Hub! A fantastic opportunity for startups to explore innovation in sustainable and connected mobility. Happy to share that Rahul Joshi, Vice President at Gruhas VC, will be joining a stellar panel alongside industry leaders to discuss ‘Shaping the Future of Mobility.’ Startups working in autonomous tech, digital twins, sustainable solutions, and more—don’t miss this chance to gain mentorship, resources, and market access with Hero MotoCorp and T-Hub. Register from the link below: https://lnkd.in/g_g8f7bz #THub #HeroForStartups #InnovationEcosystem #MobilityInnovation

India is rapidly ageing! By 2050, seniors are projected to make up 20.8% of the population, reaching an estimated 347 million. Gruhas is committed to addressing this demographic shift by investing in innovative eldercare solutions. We have partnered with Age Care Labs (Emoha and Epoch Elder Care) and Primus Senior Living to provide holistic care for India’s elderly. Abhijeet Pai, co-founder of Gruhas, states: "The world is ageing. By 2040-2050, India will require specialised care and attention." Through these initiatives, we aim to support meaningful solutions for our ageing population. Abhijeet Pai l Nikhil Kamath l Adarsh Narahari l Saumyajit Roy l Neha Sinha Read the complete article: YourStory Media

Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCI) have evolved from niche scientific experiments to a rapidly growing field with real-world applications. While research publications increased 74x from 1979 to 2020, what’s truly remarkable is the shift toward non-invasive technologies like EEG, which now make up over 60% of recent studies. This focus is driving innovations that are not only groundbreaking but also more accessible for everyday use. The global BCI market, currently valued at $1.9 billion, is on track to surpass $5.3 billion by 2030, with healthcare leading the charge. Beyond neurorehabilitation and brain-controlled prosthetics, unexpected applications like emotion recognition and mental health therapies are emerging. The integration of AI has supercharged BCI capabilities, improving signal decoding accuracy by 85%, enabling precise control of robotics, and paving the way for brain-controlled smart devices. Yet, this sector remains a vast frontier with countless opportunities waiting to be explored.

Let’s connect on December 5th in Delhi for Demo Day! Six passionate food startups are excited to share their incredible journeys as part of the Gruhas Gusto program. RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/e8uVQsZt

India is steadily advancing its climate goals, with a vision to achieve net-zero emissions by 2070 and interim targets like a 50% reduction in CO₂ emissions by 2050 and a 45% cut in emissions intensity by 2030. Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) is a pivotal solution in this journey. With coal-based energy contributing 900 million tons of CO₂ annually and heavy industries accounting for 30% of emissions, CCUS has the potential to transform India's energy and industrial sectors. Notably, capturing and storing CO₂ could help India cut 329 million tons of CO₂ equivalent annually by 2050, supporting both climate goals and energy security. CCUS also promises socio-economic benefits, creating up to 2 rural jobs per megaton of CO₂ stored while enhancing oil production by 30% through CO₂ injection. Additionally, CCUS technology can enable Indian steel and cement industries to comply with global carbon standards, maintaining their competitiveness in export markets. Despite these benefits, the technology remains in its nascent stage, with pilot projects paving the way. Scaling up commercial CCUS infrastructure is crucial for India to unlock its full potential and lead the global decarbonization drive. Nikhil Kamath I Abhijeet Pai #CCUS #NetZeroIndia #Decarbonization #SustainableFuture #ClimateAction

The journey to net-zero by 2050 highlights the construction sector’s pivotal role, with concrete production alone projected to emit 3.8Gt CO2 annually if unaddressed. The roadmap reveals that carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) accounts for the largest share of emission reductions at 36%, followed by 33% through efficiency gains in design, construction, and concrete production. Lesser-known but crucial, savings in clinker production contribute 11% to the total reduction, underscoring the need to innovate within this foundational material. As the world’s second-largest cement producer, India’s cement industry contributes 8% to global production, offering a significant opportunity to adopt low-carbon clinker substitutes and advanced CCUS technologies. Additionally, India’s growing renewable energy capacity aligns with the roadmap’s 5% contribution from decarbonizing electricity, positioning the country to play a critical role in driving global emissions down while meeting its domestic infrastructure needs.

Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) could redefine India’s path to net-zero emissions, making the transition smoother and more secure. With CCS, India’s share of non-hydro renewable energy in electricity generation could exceed 70% by 2050, a leap that aligns with its ambitious target of 500 GW by 2030. This shift also eases the strain on fossil fuel reduction, allowing for a phased approach that balances energy security and environmental progress. 1. Balanced energy mix: CCS enables reduced fossil fuel reliance. 2. Fossil fuel reduction: Potential 10-15% additional drop by 2070. Beyond electricity, CCS could drive significant progress in the industrial and transportation sectors. By 2050, electric trucks could make up more than 50% of freight sales under CCS scenarios, addressing emissions in one of the most challenging areas to decarbonize. Furthermore, biofuels could account for over 20% of liquid fuel by 2070, supporting India’s National Biofuel Policy target of 20% ethanol blending by 2025.