India’s startup and corporate landscape witnessed a series of strategic developments on 8th January 2026, reflecting shifting market dynamics across e-commerce, fintech, broking, and telecom. From Myntra’s move to support emerging D2C brands through a zero-commission model to Groww strengthening its leadership in retail stock broking, the day
Reliance Jio Platforms, the telecom and digital arm of Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Industries, is considering an initial public offering (IPO) in 2026 that could become India’s largest‑ever public listing. The company may offer just 2.5% of its shares, but even this small float could raise more
Japanese investment giant SoftBank Group has once again trimmed its stake in Indian electric two‑wheeler maker Ola Electric Mobility Ltd. According to a regulatory filing, SoftBank’s investment arm, SVF II Ostrich (DE) LLC, sold a 2.15% portion of its holding in the company across a series of
Federal Bank has unveiled The Fortuna Wave, its refreshed brand identity that marks a significant milestone in the Bank’s journey of evolution, relevance, and future readiness. The launch, held in Mumbai, took place in the presence of the Bank’s leadership team and its brand ambassador Vidya Balan, signalling
India’s startup ecosystem continued to see steady funding activity on 8th January 2026, with capital flowing across industrial AI, consumer brands, fintech, entertainment, and enterprise AI services. Industrial AI startup Spector.ai led the day with a INR 58 crore raise, while Nitro Commerce and &Done secured significant
Articul8 AI surpasses $500 million Valuation in Under Two Years; Strong Investor Demand Drives Final Strategic Tranche to close in Q1 2026.
The funds raised by MiniPix will be used to strengthen product-market fit, scale regional content creation, and build the core team.
India’s startup ecosystem witnessed healthy funding momentum on 7th January 2026, with capital inflows spanning skincare, EV infrastructure, proptech, AI, and travel experiences. Early- and growth-stage startups such as Be Clinical, RoadGrid, Flent, Arrowhead, and Capture A Trip attracted investor interest, reflecting confidence in consumer brands, sustainable mobility, and
The brand plans to expand its international routes while deepening its presence in offbeat Indian destinations, further strengthening India’s youth travel ecosystem.
Be Clinical, an evidence-led skincare brand focused on clinically effective solutions for ageing skin, has raised INR 6 crore in seed funding. The round was led by V3 Ventures, with participation from Titan Capital, founded by Kunal Bahl and Rohit Bansal, who have doubled down on their commitment to the
Periods are routine. Discomfort should not be. That simple belief sparked the journey of HealthFab, a Bengaluru-based femtech startup that is quietly changing how Indian women experience menstruation. What began as a mission to offer better comfort and sustainability turned into a nationally recognised brand after its appearance on Shark
India’s startup ecosystem continued to show steady funding activity on 6th January 2026, with investments flowing across healthcare, consumer brands, and sustainability-driven initiatives. Healthcare technology firm FutureCure Health led the day by raising INR 104 crore to scale its super-speciality diagnostics and treatment network. Dermaceutical skincare brand SkinInspired secured
Used-car marketplace Cars24 has taken a major step to broaden its services with the acquisition of CarInfo, a vehicle information and management platform. The deal was announced in early January 2026 and marks Cars24’s second big purchase in under a year. The exact financial terms have not been officially
The Sustainability Mafia (SusMafia), a non-profit organisation working at the intersection of climate education, early-stage incubation, and ecosystem building, has received an INR 2 crore CSR funding from Zerodha to strengthen India’s climate talent and startup ecosystem. The funding will support SusMafia’s efforts to build a skilled, climate-aware
India’s largest stockbroker Zerodha operates under a structural growth limit set by the market regulator, according to its founder and CEO Nithin Kamath. In a recent LinkedIn post, Kamath explained why broking is unlike most other businesses and why even market leaders cannot grow endlessly, regardless of demand. Kamath
Indian retail company Trent Ltd. saw its share price fall sharply on Tuesday after reporting its latest quarterly update. The stock dropped by around 8.3% in early trading, even though the company delivered a 17% year-on-year rise in standalone revenue for the three months ended 31 December 2025. The
Shares of Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) fell sharply on Tuesday, 6 January 2026, as investor sentiment turned cautious amid global oil market uncertainty and confusing reports around the company’s crude oil supplies. The stock suffered one of its worst single-day declines in recent months, dragging down broader Indian market
Grano69 Beverages, the company behind the rapidly growing beer brand Proost, has announced a major milestone for FY25, crossing 115 crores in revenue and achieving EBITDA breakeven. This marks an exceptional 174% growth over last year’s revenue of 42 crore and a sharp rise in volumes from ~2.5
India’s startup and business ecosystem saw a mix of funding momentum and major corporate developments on 5th January 2026. Early-stage investments continued across advisory and fintech infrastructure, with Kayess Square raising INR 10 crore in a Pre-Series A round and payment startup Mylapay securing $1 million ahead of its
India’s startup and business ecosystem kicked off the new year with notable funding activity and key corporate developments on 2nd January 2026. The day saw fresh capital flowing into the agri and food-tech sectors, with FreshToHome planning a debt raise to strengthen operations and Arya.ag closing a large
India’s business landscape saw significant developments on 31st December 2025, spanning technology, economy, and telecom sectors. Food delivery giants Zomato and Swiggy boosted payouts for gig workers ahead of New Year’s Eve to ensure smooth operations amid a nationwide strike call. In a historic economic milestone, India overtook
Jubilant FoodWorks Ltd, the company behind Domino’s Pizza and Dunkin’ Donuts in India, has agreed to sell its entire 31.66% stake in Hashtag Loyalty Private Ltd. The move marks its complete exit from the customer engagement and loyalty business it held through the associate company. The share purchase
Shark Tank India, the hugely popular business reality show, is all set to return with its fifth season early next year. Known for giving Indian entrepreneurs a platform to pitch ideas to heavyweight investors, the show promises more drama, fresh business ideas and a bigger stage for founders this time.
India has officially overtaken Japan to become the world’s fourth-largest economy, marking a significant milestone in the country’s economic journey. The development reflects India’s strong growth momentum at a time when several major economies are facing slower expansion and higher inflation pressures. Recent global economic assessments and