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Premji Invest and Lightspeed Pump $170M into Weaver Services to Disrupt India’s Affordable Housing Finance Market
Weaver Services, a tech-first housing finance platform, has secured $170 million in fresh funding from marquee investors Premji Invest and Lightspeed, marking one of the largest investments in India’s affordable housing finance space this year. The capital infusion aims to revolutionize home financi
Captain Fresh’s Rs 1,700 Crore IPO: A Game-Changer for India’s Seafood Industry
Captain Fresh, a global packaged seafood company, is poised to make a major splash in the Indian startup ecosystem and the seafood industry alike with its upcoming initial public offering (IPO). The company plans to raise Rs 1,700 crore (approximately $200 million) through a fresh issue of shares, a
Artha India Ventures Smashes Records with Rs 1,200 Crore Fund Close — Here’s Why This Could Change the Indian Startup Game Forever
India’s hottest microVC just leveled up big time. Artha India Ventures has officially closed its latest fund, pushing total assets under management past a staggering Rs 1,200 crore — and it’s laser-focused on backing only the absolute best. Dubbed the game-changer for the much-talked-about “missing
Natasha Malpani Just Dropped Rs 200 Crore Into India’s AI Gold Rush — And She’s Betting on Founders Before the Hype Hits
Ex-Kae Capital Partner Launches Boundless Ventures to Back the Next Wave of AI Giants — From India to the World India’s AI startup scene just got a major shot of adrenaline — and it’s coming from someone who knows exactly what the future looks like. Natasha Malpani, former partner at Kae Capit
GetWork Just Made Two Game-Changing Hires – And It’s About to Disrupt Campus Hiring Like Never Before
HRTech Platform GetWork Brings on Industry Heavyweights to Supercharge Its Next Growth Phase India’s campus hiring revolution is here — and it just got a massive boost. GetWork, the next-gen HRTech platform shaking up how companies recruit fresh graduates, has pulled off a power move by appointing t
This Quirky Indian Soda Brand Just Raised ₹1.5 Crore – And It’s Coming for Your Taste Buds
DOBRA’s Retro-Cool Snacks and Sodas Are Taking Over – Investors Are Betting Big Ever dreamed of sipping on your favorite childhood soda with a gourmet twist? DOBRA, the nostalgic-yet-premium Indian food-and-beverage brand, is bringing that fantasy to life — and just scored ₹1.5 crore in seed f
Wealth Company Invests ₹460 Crore in Amnex to Fuel India’s Digital Infrastructure Future
Amnex Secures First Growth Capital to Scale AI and IoT-Based Infrastructure Solutions Ahmedabad-based Amnex, a pioneer in digital infrastructure technologies, has secured its first growth capital round, with a ₹460 crore investment from The Wealth Company Asset Management. The strategic funding aims
Finaquity: Human + AI Powered Investing for Retail India
Retail investing in India is booming, with over 10 crore investors now active in the markets. Yet, most of them face the same problem: reliable, affordable, institutional-grade research is out of reach. What they get instead are noisy “tips,” scattered opinions, and overwhelming data with little cla
Spira Jewels: Where Imagination Meets Master Craftsmanship
Mumbai, India — In a world full of mass-produced jewelry, Spira Jewels stands apart as a brand dedicated to creating one-of-a-kind pieces that capture individuality, emotion, and timeless elegance. Founded by Akshara Trivedi and Aditya Joshi, the brand is quickly making a mark in India’s premium cus
VENOMS: Stitching Emotions into Premium Fashion
In a world overflowing with fleeting trends and disposable fast fashion, VENOMS emerges as a bold, emotion-driven brand redefining how young Indians express themselves through clothing. Founded with a vision to create more than just apparel, VENOMS crafts premium embroidered T-shirts that serve as a
Cohere Rockets to $6.8 Billion Valuation — AMD, Nvidia, and Salesforce Bet Big on This AI Dark Horse
Move over, OpenAI — there’s a new giant quietly reshaping the AI game! Toronto-based Cohere just stunned the tech world, raking in a massive $500 million funding round that catapults its valuation to a whopping $6.8 billion. That’s a sharp jump from just $5.5 billion a year ago. Founded by one of th
Inside Sam Altman’s Secret Dinner: What OpenAI’s CEO Really Thinks About Life After GPT-5
At a posh San Francisco Mediterranean spot, with views of Alcatraz and $100 fish on the menu, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman drops some jaw-dropping hints about the future — and it’s not just about AI. Picture this: Altman strolls in, bare iPhone in hand, no case — a move he jokingly defends like it’s a [&he
This Indian AI Startup Just Raised $6.5 Million to Kill Manual Coding — And Big Tech Is Watching
Meet Refold AI: The startup that wants to blow up the $350 billion enterprise integration industry with smart AI agents. In a game-changing seed round, Refold AI, a Bengaluru- and San Mateo-based enterprise AI startup, has raised $6.5 million, with funding co-led by Eniac Ventures and Tidal Ventures
Aditya Birla’s TMRW Bags $50 Million from US Tech Giant — AI-Powered Fashion Takeover Incoming
From streetwear to smartwear — one of India’s hottest fashion tech companies just scored big, and AI is now front and center. TMRW, the digital-first fashion venture from Aditya Birla Group, is reportedly raising a massive ₹437 crore (approx. $50 million) from ServiceNow Ventures, the investment arm
Shivalik Small Finance Bank Bags ₹100 Crore in Funding — Japan’s SMBC Leads the Charge
India’s first co-operative bank-turned-small finance bank just scored big — and its digital banking game is about to level up. Shivalik Small Finance Bank has raised a whopping ₹100 crore in fresh equity funding, with the round led by Japan’s SMBC Asia Rising Fund, the venture arm of global giant Su
From ₹342 Cr Loss to Profit in a Year? BharatPe Just Pulled Off a Stunning Comeback
BharatPe is no longer burning cash — it’s banking profit. And it did it faster than anyone expected. In a dramatic turnaround, Gurugram-based fintech giant BharatPe has reported its first-ever adjusted profit before tax (PBT) in FY25 — clocking in at ₹6 crore, compared to a massive ₹342 crore loss i
Unicommerce Revenue Surges 64% to ₹45 Crore in Q1 FY26; Net Profit at ₹3.9 Crore
Gurugram-based e-commerce software provider Unicommerce eSolutions Limited reported a strong 64% year-on-year increase in operating revenue for the first quarter of FY26, reaching ₹44.9 crore, up from ₹27.4 crore in the same quarter last year. The company’s adjusted EBITDA more than doubled to
Blunder Clothing: India’s Most Honest Streetwear Brand Isn’t Trying to Be Perfect — And That’s the Point
In a crowded fashion market filled with glossy campaigns and painstakingly curated visuals, Blunder Clothing is opting to do the unthinkable: be honest. Established in 2023 by two newbie entrepreneurs in their early twenties, Blunder isn’t your average streetwear brand. It doesn’t includ
The Origin Chapter: Empowering Young Innovators to Turn Dreams into Reality
In the bustling world of entrepreneurship, where competition is fierce and resources are scarce, it often takes more than just an idea to build a successful venture. For Aditya Ganesh, a 22-year-old entrepreneur who started his journey at the tender age of 16, the challenges faced by young founders
Sands Capital Cashes Out Rs 191 Crore in Just One Week: What’s Happening at BlackBuck?
In a move that has raised eyebrows across the Indian startup ecosystem, US-based investment giant Sands Capital has offloaded shares worth a staggering Rs 191 crore in logistics unicorn BlackBuck in just one week. This rapid partial exit from one of India’s fastest-growing logistics-tech companies h
TMRW Set to Raise $50 Million from Tech Giant ServiceNow — What This Means for Your Favorite Fashion Brands
TMRW, the powerhouse behind trendy labels like Bewakoof and WROGN, is gearing up for a massive $50 million funding boost from none other than ServiceNow Ventures. This cash injection isn’t just about the money — it’s a game-changing move to turbocharge TMRW’s growth with cutting-edge AI technology.
Rs 50 Crore Raised: This NBFC Is Quietly Powering India’s Small Business Revolution
In a major vote of confidence for India’s booming MSME ecosystem, Seeds Fincap, a Gurugram-based NBFC, has just closed a Rs 50 crore pre-Series B funding round — and the impact could be transformational for thousands of small businesses across the country. Led by existing backers Z47 and Lok Capital
Cureous Labs Secures Rs 1.66 Crore to Revolutionize Pressure Injury Prevention in Indian Healthcare
Cureous Labs, a forward-thinking medtech startup aiming to transform patient care and nursing efficiency, has successfully raised Rs 1.66 crore in a recent seed funding round. The investment was led by Inflection Point Ventures (IPV) with additional backing from Anthill Ventures. This funding marks
Motilal Oswal Asset Management Joins ONDC to Expand Mutual Fund Access
MUMBAI, August 14, 2025 — Motilal Oswal Asset Management Company (MOAMC), backed by Raamdeo Agrawal’s leadership, has joined the government-supported Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) to amplify mutual fund distribution across India. To enable this digital setup, MOAMC has selected fintech fi
QwiqGas: Delivering Cooking Gas in 60 Minutes — A Startup Revolutionizing an Essential Service
Indore, India — For decades, ordering a gas cylinder in India has meant waiting — sometimes for days — and hoping it arrives when needed. In an era where food, medicine, and groceries can reach your doorstep in under an hour, one question lingered: Why not gas? This is the question that led to the [
Fractal Analytics’ Jaw-Dropping Rs 4,900 Crore IPO: India’s AI Powerhouse Is Going Public—Here’s What You Need to Know
Get ready, investors! Fractal Analytics, India’s leading AI solutions giant, has just filed its DRHP with SEBI, aiming to raise a staggering Rs 4,900 crore in what could be one of the hottest tech IPOs of 2025. This isn’t just another IPO — it’s a chance to own a piece of the future of artificial [&
Niyo’s Game-Changer Move: Acquires Forex Giant Kanji, Names Banking Veteran Amit Talwar as CEO — Here’s Why This Matters for Indian Travelers
Travel Fintech Shakeup! Niyo Snaps Up Kanji Forex and Taps Banking Legend Amit Talwar to Supercharge Cross-Border Payments In a bold move set to disrupt India’s forex and travel fintech space, Niyo has just acquired the iconic Kanji Forex—a company with almost 90 years of legacy in foreign currency
She Took on India’s EdTech Giants — Now She’s Out: Why Allen Digital CEO Abha Maheshwari Just Stepped Down
From Meta to Mission-Driven EdTech — Why Abha Maheshwari’s Surprise Exit Has Everyone Talking In a move that’s sending ripples through India’s booming edtech sector, Abha Maheshwari, CEO of Allen Digital and former Meta executive, has officially stepped down from her role — just two years after lead
Virat-Anushka Backed Startup MakeO Just Bought a Dental Chain — And It’s Gunning for Small-Town India
India’s Top Smile-Tech Startup Is Expanding Fast — And Its Latest Move Could Change Dental Care in Tier-2 Cities Forever In a bold step toward dominating India’s dental and skincare market, MakeO, the parent company of popular brands Toothsi and Skinnsi, is acquiring Apple Dental, a regi
Inside India’s Hottest New Travel Startup: How Elivaas Just Bagged $10 Million to Take Over Luxury Vacation Rentals
Gurugram-Based Elivaas Is Quietly Building a Vacation Rental Empire — Now It Has $10M to Go Global Move over, Airbnb — there’s a new luxury travel disruptor in town. Elivaas, the fast-rising Gurugram-based startup redefining second home ownership and premium vacation stays, has just secured $10 mill
This Indian EV Startup Just Raised $21 Million — And It’s About to Go Global
Bengaluru-Based Ultraviolette Secures Major Backing from Japan’s TDK Ventures in $21M Round Ultraviolette Automotive, the electric vehicle startup shaking up India’s mobility scene, has just closed a $21 million funding round led by TDK Ventures, the investment arm of Japan’s TDK Corporation.
IndiQube Reports 303% Surge in Q1 FY26 Net Profit, Driven by Strong Recurring Revenue and Scalable Model
IndiQube Delivers Record-Breaking Quarter with 303% Profit Growth Workspace solutions provider IndiQube has reported a standout performance in the first quarter of FY26, with net profit soaring 303% year-on-year to ₹18.5 crore. The sharp jump in profitability is supported by robust recurring revenue
Vasukay: Reviving India’s Cultural Soul Through Contemporary Streetwear
In a world where fast fashion often sacrifices meaning for mass production, Vasukay emerges as a refreshing counterpoint — a cultural design house deeply rooted in India’s rich craft heritage, yet unapologetically modern in its expression. Founded by Shivshankar Singh Sengar, a fashion designer with
SaasBahuVenture – How Spices Became a Story of Strength
When Life Changed Overnight For Nidhi, life was once about family celebrations, laughter in the kitchen, and dreams shared with her husband. But in 2018, a Diwali accident left her badly burnt, forcing her into a long and painful recovery. Just as she began to find her footing again, the pandemic st
Morosis: Redefining Wardrobes with Witty, Bold Fashion
In the bustling heart of New Delhi, a women-led, homegrown brand is making waves in the fashion industry with its vibrant and expressive clothing line. Morosis, a small yet dynamic company, is on a mission to transform wardrobes by offering T-shirts and hoodies that break free from the mundane. With
Tomar Organics: Redefining How Families Connect With Food
In most urban homes today, vegetables arrive neatly packed in boxes—their origins a mystery. Were they grown in healthy soil? Were they sprayed with chemicals? Were they harvested days before reaching your kitchen? For many households, the answer is unclear. Tomar Organics, founded by Vishal Tomar,
Yuvocreations Private Limited: Empowering Brands Through Technology and Creativity
In today’s fast-paced digital world, building a strong online presence is no longer optional—it’s essential. Yuvocreations Private Limited, founded by Yuvraj Singh Saini, is on a mission to help brands not just exist online, but truly thrive. The Founder’s Journey From a young age, Yuvraj Singh Sain
Reliable Indiano: Reinventing Bathroom Luxury through a Heritage of Trust
Since its founding in 1957, Reliable Indiano has stood as a symbol of excellence and innovation in the market for bath accessories. Based in Punjab, this family-owned brand has established a tradition of offering superior-quality bath fittings, blending durability, design, and affordability. Rebrand
Mumbai-Based Trading Startup Trackk Bags $1 Million Seed Funding — Ready to Shake Up India’s Stock Market
How this next-gen trading app went from 1.5 lakh users to SEBI approval — and what it means for Indian investors If you’re tired of clunky, complicated stock trading apps, here’s a fresh player you need to watch: Trackk, a Mumbai-based trading platform that just raised a cool $1 million in seed fund
Pronto Raises $11 Million to Revolutionize Home Services with 10-Minute On-Demand Help
The Indian startup ecosystem recently witnessed a notable milestone in the home services sector as Pronto, a Gurugram-based platform offering ultra-fast household help, secured $11 million in a Series A funding round. Co-led by General Catalyst and Glade Brook Capital, with participation from Bain C
CashKaro Just Hit ₹350 Crore in Revenue — And They’re Gunning for ₹500 Cr Next Year
India’s cashback queen is quietly building a fintech empire — and it’s paying off big time. In a year where most startups are tightening belts and cutting burn, CashKaro just did the opposite — and crushed it. The popular cashback and coupons platform reported a 15.9% jump in revenue, hitting a reco
This AI Startup Just Raised $13 Million to Take Over Comics, Cartoons, and Content — And It’s Only 2 Years Old
From zero to global disruptor? Dashverse is making serious noise. In a move that’s got the tech and entertainment worlds buzzing, AI-first entertainment startup Dashverse has just secured a massive $13 million in Series A funding — and it’s already being called the future of digital content. T
BREAKING: Shah Rukh Khan Joins Zomato—Here’s Why the King of Bollywood Says Their Story Feels Personal
In a move that’s sending shockwaves across both Bollywood and the startup world, Shah Rukh Khan has officially joined Zomato as its brand ambassador—and the internet is loving it. Yes, the King Khan is now the face of India’s go-to food delivery giant, and he says the company’s journey reminds
Scoop Confirmed: India’s “10-Minute Maid App” Pronto Just Raised $11 Million — Here’s Why Everyone’s Talking About It
India’s everyday homes may never be the same again. Pronto, the lightning-fast house help platform that promises services in just 10 minutes, has bagged $11 million in fresh Series A funding. If you’ve ever wished household help worked like Swiggy or Uber — this app might just be your next download.
Gurugram Startup ELIVAAS Secures $10 Million to Redefine Luxury Second‑Home Travel — Here’s What’s Next
ELIVAAS Lands $10 Million to Reinvent Luxury Second‑Home Travel A Bold New Chapter Begins Founded in 2023 by travel veterans Ritwik Khare and Karan Miglani, Gurugram‑based ELIVAAS is shaking up the luxury vacation rental scene. In its latest win, the startup has raised $10 million—a capital boost po
Massive Scam Busted: Delhi HC Orders Takedown of Fake INDmoney Network That Duped Investors
A High-Stakes Scam Just Got Crushed — And India’s Tech Courts Aren’t Taking It Lightly In a major win for digital trust and investor safety, the Delhi High Court has issued a sweeping crackdown on a sophisticated online scam that impersonated leading wealth-tech platform INDmoney and its founder, As
Awfis Just Tripled Its Profits — Is This India’s Next Big Office Space Giant?
India’s Co-Working King Is Quietly Crushing It — And the Numbers Just Dropped While the startup world is still recovering from a funding winter, co-working solutions provider Awfis is out here smashing records. The company just posted its Q1 FY26 financials, and the results are nothing short o
Sachin Bansal Just Renamed His Fintech Empire — And It’s a Signal You Shouldn’t Ignore
Say Goodbye to Navi Technologies — and Hello to Something Bigger In a move that signals more than just a name change, Sachin Bansal’s fintech giant Navi Technologies has officially rebranded itself as Navi Limited. And according to Bansal, this isn’t just cosmetic — it’s a declaration of intent. “Th
This New ₹200 Crore Fund Is Betting Big on India’s Deeptech Underdogs — And It Might Just Change Everything
A Quiet Revolution Is Brewing in India’s Startup World… And It’s Deeptech While most VCs are still chasing fintech, SaaS, and quick commerce, one fund just dropped a ₹200 crore bombshell that could rewrite the rules of Indian innovation. Say hello to Lavni Ventures’ Fund II — a fresh, science-first
HackCulture: Driving Innovation Through Collaboration and Community
HackCulture, an innovation management platform based in India, is revolutionizing how enterprises, developers, and academia collaborate to solve most pressing problems through innovation challenges and Hackathons. Founded with a mission to make innovation faster, more accessible, and outcome-oriente
MobiKwik’s Make-Or-Break Moment? Why This Fintech Giant Is Struggling While Startup Funding Bounces Back
India’s Fintech Hero Is Hitting a Wall — And Everyone’s Watching Once considered a serious contender in India’s digital payments boom, MobiKwik is now facing one of its toughest phases yet. As the rest of the startup ecosystem begins to bounce back from a brutal funding winter, MobiKwik’s road is on
Exclusive: This Indian Legal-Tech Startup Just Bagged $4.7 Million to Disrupt Courtrooms Without Lawyers or Judges
The Startup Quietly Revolutionizing Justice in India While everyone’s chasing food delivery and AI hype, Presolv360, a low-key Mumbai-based startup, is making serious noise where few dare to tread — the Indian legal system. In an exclusive funding scoop, Presolv360 is set to raise INR 41 crore (~$4.
Truemeds Raises $85 Million to Shake Up India’s Medicine Market – Here’s What You Need to Know
A Major Win for Truemeds Mumbai-based healthtech startup Truemeds has just bagged a whopping $85 million (around INR 740 crore) in a Series C funding round, marking a huge milestone in its journey to make affordable medicines more accessible across India. The round was backed by some of the biggest
DocLumen: Illuminating the Future of AI-Powered Healthcare
In an era where efficient and accurate healthcare solutions are paramount, DocLumen emerges as a trailblazer in the AI health technology landscape. Founded with a vision to revolutionize how people access and understand medical care, DocLumen offers cutting-edge AI-driven healthcare solutions design
Reliance Wipes Out $200 Million on Dunzo! Is This the End of India’s Quick Commerce Dream?
Reliance Officially Writes Off $200 Million Investment in Dunzo — Quick Commerce Giant Collapses! In a stunning blow to India’s startup ecosystem, Reliance Industries has officially written off its entire Rs 1,645 crore ($200 million) investment in Dunzo, the once-promising quick commerce platform.
Icertis Shakes Up Leadership! CEO Samir Bodas Steps Down, Industry Veteran Anand Subbaraman Takes Charge
Icertis Announces Big Leadership Shakeup — What This Means for the Future of Contract Management In a surprising but strategic move, Icertis, the cloud contract management powerhouse, has named Anand Subbaraman as its new CEO, replacing co-founder Samir Bodas, who will now take on the role of execut
Wellington Bails Out of BlackBuck With Rs 54 Cr Exit — Is a Bigger Shake-Up Coming?
Wellington Management Offloads Rs 54 Cr in BlackBuck — What Do They Know That We Don’t? Another big-name investor just made a quiet exit from Indian tech.Global investment powerhouse Wellington Management, through its offshore arm Ithan Creek Master Investors (Cayman) L.P.F., has offloaded Rs 53.7 c
Antfin Cashes Out Over $1.3 Billion From Zomato’s Parent — Is This the Final Goodbye?
China’s Antfin Dumps Zomato Stake Again — Over $1.3 Billion Pulled Out in Just 12 Months! In what looks like a calculated and quiet exit strategy, Chinese investment giant Antfin, an Alibaba Group affiliate, has once again hit the sell button—offloading shares worth Rs 4,097 crore ($482 million) in
RateGain Shares Rocket 10% After Q1 Profit Beat — But the Rally Didn’t Last
RateGain Shares Spike After Q1 Results – But Here’s Why the Buzz Fizzled Out SaaS player RateGain Technologies lit up the markets early today, with its shares surging nearly 10% to INR 480.8 apiece on the Bombay Stock Exchange. The reason? A solid performance in Q1 FY26 that gave investors a reason
Reliance Dumps Dunzo: INR 1,645 Cr Vanishes as Retail Giant Writes Off Investment
Reliance Retail Just Wrote Off INR 1,645 Cr in Dunzo – Here’s What Went Wrong In a stunning move, Reliance Retail has officially written off its entire INR 1,645 crore investment in struggling quick-commerce startup Dunzo. Just a year ago, those 78,923 equity shares were internally valued at over a