Startup news and updates: daily roundup (July 15, 2026)

Wednesday was a busy day as the government unveiled a Rs 1.27 lakh crore plan for the semiconductor industry while AI startup Emergent turned unicorn, YourStory brings you today’s headlines with the latest developments across sectors. Featured news Ather Energy secures Rs 1,200 Cr from Hero MotoCorp, IJF, and founders Ather Energy has approved a preferential fundraise from Hero MotoCorp, the India-Japan Fund and its founders to support manufacturing expansion, product development, research and g