In this episode of the Startup Operator Roundup, Roshan and Gunjan delve into key developments in India's vibrant startup ecosystem. They discuss the significance of freedom for startups, the technological advancements in India's digital infrastructure, and the promising updates in UPI's payment system. Highlights include Sarvam AI's innovation in Indian language models, Krafton's plans for an R&D center in India, and significant fundraises by Ather Energy, Fresh Bus, and Skydo. In this week's talk of the town they touch on Google's Eric Schmidt's becoming an arms dealer and Peter Thiel's take on the current state of AI. 00:00 Introduction 00:29 Celebrating Independence Day and Startup Freedom02:37 Sarvam AI: Revolutionizing Indian Languages08:00 UPI Circle: Expanding Financial Inclusion11:20 Krafton's R&D Center in India12:54 Startup Fundraising Highlights17:24 AI in Warfare: Eric Schmidt's Vision23:26 Peter Thiel on AI's Future25:26 Ghana's Acquisition by Radio Mirchi26:59 Conclusion and Sign Off------------------------------------- Click here to get regular WhatsApp updates:https://wa.me/message/ZUZQQGKCZTADL1 ------------------------------------- Connect with Us: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/startup-operator​Twitter: https://twitter.com/OperatorStartup​​ ------------------------------------- If you liked this episode, let us know by hitting the like button and share with your friends and family. Please also remember to subscribe to our channel and switch on the notifications to never miss an episode!