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21 August 2026Economy & Business

DPIIT signs startup MoUs with PhonePe and Shell India

DPIIT signed MoUs with PhonePe and Shell India to strengthen the startup ecosystem.

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade signed the agreements on 19 August 2026 to support DPIIT-recognised startups and promote innovation in key economic sectors.

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  1. 1Agency: DPIIT
  2. 2Partners: PhonePe and Shell India
  3. 3Signed: 19 August 2026
  4. 4Goal: startup support and innovation

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Q1. Which statement correctly describes “DPIIT signs startup MoUs with PhonePe and Shell India”?

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The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade signed the agreements on 19 August 2026 to support DPIIT-recognised startups and promote innovation in key economic sectors.