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Google Play Music Unlimited Launches In India Rs.89 Per Month & A One Month Free Trial
Google is all ready to give its competitors a tough fight as the company today launched it’s Google Play Music Unlimited service in India. The subscription service is available at a nominal price of Rs.89 if you sign up within the first 45 days, there’s a 30-day free trial.
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After 45 days, Google confirmed that the subscription will cost Rs. 99. Google Play is quite cheaper than that of its competitors Apple Music (Rs. 120 per month), Gaana as well as Saavn (Rs. 99 per month). However, this minimal difference in price will likely not greatly influence subscriber’s decision on which one to go with. Play Music Unlimited offers Google’s entire library of both national as well as international music. It is also available in a wide range of Indian languages on the web and on its mobile apps.
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It also offers a free cloud storage to upload and store over 50,000 tracks of your choice. However, there are some limitations which come with this Google Play Music. They lack a podcast section like the one available to users in the US and Canada.
This will surely give tough competition to Gaana and Saavn, which have the highest number of users in India. Moreover, Google Play Music offers radio services to its free users. This includes playlists depending on the mood, activities, and situations. Situation based songs are actually determined by a location based algorithm which assesses your location and analyzes whether you are at work, home or traveling.
On the whole, Google Play Music has over 40 million local as well as international tracks. You can find this app in Android, iOS, and the web.
OpenAI’s introduction of trusted contact safeguards for potential self-harm cases reflects a major evolution in AI responsibility.
Beyond Moderation
AI safety is shifting from simply blocking harmful content to actively supporting user wellbeing through:
- early risk detection
- human-centered intervention
- stronger emotional safety frameworks
This positions AI as more than an information tool—it becomes part of broader digital support systems.
Key Industry Impact
Trusted contact models could influence future safety standards across:
- AI assistants
- mental health platforms
- social media
- digital health services
The Bigger Challenge
While promising, success depends on balancing:
- privacy
- consent
- ethical intervention
- user trust
Final Take
This move signals that the future of AI safety may rely not just on preventing harmful responses, but on building more responsible, human-connected support systems.
Rozana, India’s leading rural retail platform, has secured ₹290 crore ($35 million) in a Series B funding round led by Bertelsmann India Investments (BII), with participation from Omidyar Network India, Vivid Capital, and Tana Investment Holding. This Rozana funding brings its total capital to over ₹500 crore, fueling hyperlocal expansion in underserved rural markets. Founded in 2021 by brothers Prashant and Prateek Chauhan, the startup’s phygital model blends micro-stores, app-based ordering, and last-mile delivery to connect 5 million+ users in 12 states with brands like ITC and HUL.
The ₹290 crore investment will supercharge Rozana’s rural omnichannel retail strategy, targeting 5x growth in 18 months. Plans include adding 5,000 micro-stores in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Rajasthan; AI-powered inventory tech; and new categories like groceries and electronics. By empowering 20,000+ rural micro-entrepreneurs, Rozana taps into India’s $700 billion rural retail boom, where smartphone penetration and UPI drive 12% annual growth.
This Rozana Series B milestone positions it as a frontrunner against rivals like Ninjacart, eyeing unicorn status by 2028 amid ONDC tailwinds. CEO Prashant Chauhan emphasized, “We’re building rural prosperity through accessible premium brands.” For more on Rozana funding news and rural retail trends, stay updated on India’s startup ecosystem.
Peak XV Partners has launched three new funds totaling $1.3 billion, targeting India’s booming startup ecosystem. The lineup features the $600M Surge fund (8th edition) for early-stage ventures, a $300M Growth Fund for Series B+ scaling, and a $400M Acceleration Fund for rapid portfolio expansion. This commitment arrives as India’s VC inflows rebound, with AI and fintech leading 2026 trends.
These funds build on Peak XV’s legacy of backing unicorns like Zomato and Pine Labs, offering founders capital plus strategic guidance amid post-winter recovery. Early-stage deals surged 20% last year per Tracxn, positioning Peak XV to fuel the next wave of innovation in SaaS, climate tech, and consumer plays.
For startups eyeing Peak XV new funds or Surge fund 2026 applications, this signals prime opportunities. Investors and marketers should watch for deployment updates India remains a global VC hotspot.
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