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In a strategic leap that blends national security with technological ambition, India is rapidly establishing itself as a global force in Operational Technology (OT) security. A wave of homegrown cybersecurity startups is now expanding internationally, armed with solutions to protect the world’s most critical infrastructure—power grids, manufacturing plants, oil refineries, and water treatment facilities—from increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks.

In a strategic move that blurs the lines between digital wellness and pharmaceutical care, Bengaluru-based health-tech unicorn Healthify has announced a landmark partnership with Novo Nordisk India. Together, they are launching an AI-driven Patient Support Program (PSP) for obesity management, marking Healthify’s first-ever collaboration with a pharmaceutical giant and signaling a seismic shift in how chronic metabolic conditions will be treated in the digital age.

In a resounding declaration of India’s strategic importance in the global technology landscape, Silicon Valley’s data security and management powerhouse, Cohesity, has announced a monumental $1 billion investment in India over the next five years. This move, coinciding with the inauguration of its expansive new campus in Bengaluru, signals a deep, long-term commitment to leveraging India’s engineering talent to combat the world’s most sophisticated data threats in the age of artificial intelligence.

In a powerful endorsement of India’s high-tech manufacturing ambitions, Bengaluru-based electric motorcycle pioneer Ultraviolette Automotive has secured a $45 million infusion as part of its ongoing Series E round. This strategic investment comes from two formidable partners: Indian software titan Zoho Corporation, led by Sridhar Vembu and his siblings, and the European investment firm Lingotto, which is linked to Exor Group—the holding company of iconic brands like Ferrari and Stellantis.

In a landmark deal that underscores India’s rising prowess in deep-tech hardware, Chennai-based unicorn Planys Technologies has secured a massive ₹100 crore (approximately $11.1 million) in primary funding. The round was led by renowned investors Ashish Kacholia and Lashit Sanghvi, alongside a strong syndicate of existing backers. This investment is not just capital; it’s fuel for a dual mission: to conquer global industrial markets and to launch a strategic foray into India’s defense sector, cementing its position as a sovereign leader in underwater robotics.