A Bengaluru-based AI startup has emerged as a pivotal voice in global AI policy discussions, showcasing how India’s approach to artificial intelligence—centered on linguistic diversity and sovereignty—is reshaping the global conversation on AI governance.

Info Edge, the parent company of Naukri.com, has emerged as one of India’s most active institutional backers of artificial intelligence and deep technology startups. In a shareholder letter released on June 22, 2026, the company revealed it has invested over ₹1,000 crore across 54 AI and deeptech startups since 2020, with the combined portfolio now valued at ₹1,827 crore—an 82% appreciation in value .