Daily Indian startup funding roundup for March 30, 2026: Indifi raises ₹40 crore debt from BlackSoil, Skillsvest secures ₹5.5 crore pre-seed funding, and Zetwerk files for a $450 million IPO, alongside key startup news and business updates from India’s startup ecosystem.
Gold and silver prices in India closed on a mixed note on March 30, 2026, with gold witnessing a mild correction while silver remained largely unchanged. The domestic bullion market reflected cautious sentiment amid global uncertainty, slight dollar strength, and intermittent profit-booking. MCX trends indicated limited downside in gold, while
Indifi has raised ₹40 crore in debt from BlackSoil Capital to strengthen its digital lending platform and expand credit access for SMEs across India. The funding will support its growth across underserved sectors, as demand for alternative financing continues to rise.
* The round also saw participation from Climate Angels and a-IDEA, NAARM * Funds raised to be strategically deployed for geographical expansion, product development and building infrastructure for reaching Rs 100 crore ARR in the next 24 months * Cropcoin has grown 3X in revenues and expanded its farmer network from 20,000
Gold and silver prices in India remained largely flat on Sunday, 29 March 2026, as global cues kept markets in a wait-and-watch mode. The precious metals market continues to be influenced by geopolitical tensions involving the Israel-US-Iran conflict, elevated US Treasury yields, volatile crude oil prices, a strong US Dollar
Rentomojo has filed its DRHP with the Securities and Exchange Board of India for a ₹150 crore IPO, which includes a fresh issue and an Offer for Sale (OFS) of up to 2.84 crore equity shares, as the company prepares for its public market debut.
Gold and silver prices in India remained largely stable with a positive bias on 28 March 2026, supported by global uncertainty, steady retail demand, and currency movements. While gold continued to trade in a narrow range, silver prices recorded a noticeable uptick, indicating improving sentiment in the bullion market. Gold
From AI-native lending platforms to equipment rental solutions, Indian startups continued to attract fresh capital across sectors today. The day saw Uncia raising $3 million to scale its AI-driven lending stack, while Mtandt Rentals secured INR 100 crore to accelerate expansion in the equipment rental ecosystem. Here’s a quick
Gold and silver prices in India declined on 27 March 2026, tracking weak global cues and a stronger US dollar. 24K gold stood at ₹139,810 per 10g, 22K at ₹133,150, while silver dropped to ₹2.45 lakh per kg. Check city-wise rates, price comparison, and market outlook.
Infosys has announced twin acquisitions in the US, buying Optimum Healthcare IT for $465 million and Stratus for $95 million. The $560 million deal marks a strategic push into healthcare and insurance technology, strengthening its domain expertise amid growing AI-led disruption in IT services.
HEG and Graphite India shares surged up to 14% despite a weak market after GrafTech International raised electrode prices. The move lifted sentiment in graphite stocks, signalling a possible pricing recovery after prolonged pressure.
From health insurance and AI post-training to biotech probiotics, Indian startups secured significant funding across varied sectors today. The day was topped by Plum's ₹193 crore Series B round and Deccan AI's $25 million Series A, with Elmed Life Sciences' $2.7 million raise also
Gold and silver prices in India on 26 March 2026 closed on a mixed note, with gold registering a marginal rise while silver remained unchanged. The uptick in gold prices comes amid improving festive sentiment ahead of Ram Navami, a period traditionally associated with increased jewellery buying across the country.
Licious has launched momos, marking its entry into India’s ₹30,000 crore category dominated by unorganised players. The brand aims to address trust issues around hygiene, sourcing, and quality by applying its proven supply chain and processing standards to a fast-growing comfort food segment.
Moving Tech Innovations has acquired Netherlands-based Automicle, marking Namma Yatri’s entry into Europe. The deal expands its zero-commission mobility model globally, aiming to build open, city-first transport systems and strengthen India–EU collaboration in sustainable urban mobility.
Zerodha has doubled F&O brokerage fees to ₹40 for select trades from April 1, 2026. The change applies only to certain intraday positions with low margin, affecting traders who do not maintain sufficient collateral.
Plum secures ₹193 Cr Series B led by Peak XV to scale India’s top employee health benefits platform. With 500K+ claims processed, faster reimbursements, and 6,000+ client organisations, Plum is now EBITDA positive and expanding into holistic healthcare services.
India’s retail trading community has been put on alert by Nithin Kamath, Founder and CEO of Zerodha, who has cautioned traders about rising uncertainty in global markets and the risks of aggressive positioning. In a recent LinkedIn post, Kamath highlighted how markets are increasingly being driven by unpredictable global
From health and wellness to enterprise SaaS and sustainable materials, Indian startups attracted fresh capital across diverse sectors today. The day was led by Fullife Healthcare’s ₹300 crore Series D round and Rocketlane’s $60 million raise, while key developments like OpenAI’s APAC leadership hire and Cashify’s
Gold and silver prices in India rose sharply on 25 March 2026, supported by global trends, currency movements, and renewed investor demand. After recent declines, both metals rebounded strongly by market close. Gold jumped by around ₹5,800 per 10 grams (22K) and ₹6,090 per 10 grams (24K), while
Backed by India Quotient, the SEBI-RIA licensed platform is building a personal CFO app, powered by a purpose-trained AI layer for smart financial decisions and growing wealth.
The collaboration marks a design-first take on cricket fandom, built for a new generation of fans Hexafun, a Gen-Z–focused fashion accessories brand, has partnered with one of the most decorated cricket teams, the Mumbai Indians, to launch its first-ever cricket-inspired accessories collection, marking the brand’s entry into one
Startup funding activity stayed strong on 24 March 2026, with deals across EV mobility, quick commerce, deeptech, climate fintech, and consumer-focused platforms. The day was led by Euler Motors’ $47 million (₹437 crore) Series E round, followed by Swish’s $38 million raise, highlighting continued investor interest in mobility and
Gold and silver prices in India on 24 March 2026 reflected a mixed trend at market close, with gold extending its recent decline while silver registered a modest uptick. The ongoing global uncertainty, shifting interest rate expectations, and currency movements continue to influence bullion markets. Despite geopolitical tensions, including concerns