Startup news and updates: daily roundup (October 5, 2026)

From PanIIT Alumni India and the Andhra Pradesh government’s plan to create a Rs 500 crore venture fund focused on deeptech companies, to Ola Electric’s Chairman, Bhavish Aggarwal pledging a 4.32% stake in the company to raise funds, YourStory brings you today’s headlines with the latest developments across sectors. Featured Stories PhysicsWallah retreats from direct student lending Edtech firm PhysicsWallah (PW) has moved decisively to reduce its exposure to direct student lending, with its who