The Economic Times
India's top financial newspaper running startup events, awards, and ecosystem programs for founders and investors.
Programs by The Economic Times
1 past program
ET AI Hackathon 2.0
A nation-scale AI hackathon by Economic Times and Unstop for Indian students and professionals, offering a ₹10 lakh prize pool and career opportunities.
- Open to students, professionals, and AI enthusiasts across India
- Participation allowed individually or in teams of 1-4 members
About The Economic Times
The Economic Times
The Economic Times (ET), established in 1961, is India's largest financial daily and the world's second-largest business newspaper by circulation. Published by Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd. (Times Group), it is the definitive voice of Indian business and has built a significant startup ecosystem presence through events, awards, and platforms.
Startup Ecosystem Programs
- ET Startup Awards: Arguably India's most prestigious startup recognition program, with categories including Best Startup, Comeback Kid, Disruptor of the Year, and Social Entrepreneur — providing massive brand exposure to winners
- ET CEO Roundtables & GBS: The Global Business Summit and sector-specific roundtables connect startup founders with India's top business leaders, investors, and policymakers
- ET Rise: Dedicated MSME and startup content vertical covering funding news, founder stories, and business advice
- ET Now Startup Edition: Broadcast content featuring startup pitches and founder interviews
- Advertising & Visibility: ET's platform provides unparalleled visibility for startups targeting the business-to-business and investment community
Who Should Apply
Startups seeking brand visibility, industry credibility, and networking with CXO-level business leaders and investors. ET events are particularly valuable for B2B and growth-stage startups seeking enterprise customer access and VC visibility.
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