DPIIT Signs MoUs with PhonePe and Shell India to Support Startups
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has signed Memoranda of Understanding with PhonePe and Shell India to support startups. PhonePe will offer transaction credits, access to the Indus AppStore, onboarding services, and masterclasses to DPIIT-recognised startups. Shell India will focus on energy and climate-tech startups, providing mentorship, strategic guidance, investor connections, and participation in the Shell E4 Smart Energy Track. These partnerships aim to enhance technology access, mentorship, market opportunities, and industry networks for startups in India.
First-hand measurement across 3 sources
We measured how 3 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is positive (68/100). Lens Score 44/100.
Outlets measured: economictimes, news18, moneycontrol. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (55–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
moneycontrol broke this story on 20 Aug, 12:33 pm. Other outlets followed.