Between October 10 and November 30, Microsoft Ventures will receive applications for the sixth batch of its Accelerator program for technology startups in India. “Our Accelerator program reiterates India's strength as a potential hub for startups and as an ecosystem of global importance. Along with access to Microsoft technology, mentors and investors, we also provide opportunities to connect with customers, partners and world class entrepreneurs," said Microsoft Ventures Director, Ravi Narayan.
New Delhi – 24th September, 2014 – Microsoft India today launched ‘Women in Tech’, an initiative aimed at bringing in more women into the Indian IT industry. Through this program, Microsoft will attract and retain women talent in the industry. Along with partners, Microsoft will train and mentor one million girls and women in the next 12 months. These will include girl school students, young women students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) colleges, women IT professionals and women entrepreneurs. As part of the initiative, Microsoft launched a unique online platform which can be accessed at http://www.microsoftwomenintech.in/.
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