Thyrocare Technologies reported a solid Q2FY26 with 22% YoY revenue growth and 82% jump in PAT. The Board declared a 2:1 bonus issue and ₹7 interim dividend, celebrating 25 years of the company. The diagnostic major processed 53.3 million tests this quarter, up 21% YoY.
Fery Rides, India’s first women-led mobility platform designed for women, has raised INR 2.075 crore in a seed funding round led by IAN Angel Fund, part of IAN Group. The round saw participation from Hari Balasubramanian, Uday Chatterjee, and Sri Prakash. The investment will support the company in
Harvard University has highlighted that some college degrees may no longer offer the same career value as in the past. In a recent study, economists and faculty pointed out that certain fields are seeing declining returns in terms of career opportunities and earning potential. This has raised questions about the
Pune-based direct-to-consumer (D2C) brand Two Brothers Organic Farms (TBOF) has successfully raised INR 110 crore (approximately $12.5 million) in a Series B funding round. The round saw participation from 360 One Asset, Rainmatter Investments, the Narotam Sekhsaria family office, and IGNITE Growth LLP. This follows the company’s Series
Andrew Tulloch, co-founder of Mira Murati’s AI startup Thinking Machines Lab, has left the company to join Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram. The move highlights the growing competition among global tech firms for top artificial intelligence talent. Andrew Tulloch exits Thinking Machines Lab to join
India’s startup and corporate ecosystem witnessed significant developments on 13th October 2025, with notable funding rounds, technological advancements, and strategic investments. Key highlights include fintech startup GoodScore raising $13 million, wealthtech firm Dezerv securing $40 million, and deep-tech Chara Technologies obtaining $6 million. Additionally, Jio Payments Bank forays into
The payments bank is leveraging its digital payments capabilities to serve the nation through infrastructure-linked financial services Jio Payments Bank Limited (JPBL), a digital-first payments bank and a subsidiary of Jio Financial Services Limited (JFSL), has won a contract to implement the FASTag Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR)-based MLFF
Robert Kiyosaki, author of ‘Rich Dad Poor Dad,’ warns of a historic 2025 market crash, citing risks to traditional savings. He highlights silver and Ethereum as potential safe-haven assets amid rising economic uncertainty.
Tata Trusts have granted N. Chandrasekaran a historic third term as Tata Sons chairman, waiving the usual 65-year retirement rule to maintain continuity as the group focuses on semiconductors, EVs, and Air India.
Bira 91, once India’s fastest-growing craft beer brand, is facing a serious crisis. The brand, run by B9 Beverages Private Limited, became popular for its quirky image and strong social media presence. By 2023, it was preparing for a major IPO. In January 2024, the company changed its name
India’s startup and corporate ecosystem saw notable developments on 10th October 2025, with key funding rounds, IPOs, and strategic investments shaping the business landscape. Foodtech startup Hunger Inc raised INR 215 Cr to expand its meal subscription services, while cybersecurity firm PantherUn Technologies secured $12 Mn to strengthen its
Global technology investor Prosus is investing INR 1,295.56 crore (about $146 million) to acquire a 10.1%stake in ixigo (Le Travenues Technology Ltd). The investment will come via a preferential issue of equity shares to Prosus’s affiliate MIH Investments One B.V. The approved price per
India’s startup ecosystem witnessed significant developments on 9th October 2025, with funding across media, SaaS, wearables, healthtech, cybersecurity, mobility, and AI sectors. Key highlights include Rusk Media raising INR 103 crore in Series B, Reo.Dev securing $4 million in a seed round, Eternz expanding its wearable business, and
India’s festive season, long known for its grandeur and generosity, is undergoing a significant shift. A new study titled “Aspirations of New India: How Consumers Select, Shop, and Shape Brand Connections” by early-stage venture capital firm Rukam Capital highlights how wellness, authenticity, and purpose are driving consumer choices this
Lenskart unveils B Camera Smartglasses with UPI payments, enabling instant QR-based transactions via eyewear. This is a leap forward in India’s wearable tech.
* Fastest.Health is an on-demand diagnostic platform providing 15-minute doorstep sample collection and 90-minute report delivery across the Mumbai and Navi Mumbai regions. * The funds will be utilised for strengthening sales and marketing, geographical expansion, technological enhancement, and onboarding of key resources. * Fastest.Health has conducted hundreds of tests and
Aavishkaar Group has launched ‘OneAavishkaar’, a platform to scale emerging venture funds, and partnered with Jamwant Ventures to introduce India’s first veteran-led defence and deep-tech fund with a ₹500 crore corpus aimed at boosting indigenous innovation and self-reliance.
India’s startup ecosystem saw notable activity on 8th October 2025, with funding in logistics tech, FMCG, clean tech, healthtech, and e-mobility. Key rounds included Stackbox raising $2.63 million, Meolaa securing $6 million, and Membrane Group obtaining $50 million. In corporate news, TCS canceled its Q2 FY26 press conference
Garuda Aerospace, one of India’s leading drone manufacturers, announced that its brand ambassador and investor, Mahendra Singh Dhoni, has successfully completed his drone pilot training at the company’s DGCA-approved Remote Pilot Training Organisation (RPTO) in Chennai. The achievement marks a new milestone in Dhoni’s association with the
India’s startup ecosystem witnessed a dynamic day of funding activity on 7th October 2025, with emerging ventures across clean energy, AI, healthcare, and EV marketplaces securing early and growth-stage investments. From Intangles’ $30 million Series B round led by Avataar Venture Partners to Wakefit’s SEBI approval for its
Wakefit Innovations secures SEBI approval for its ₹468 crore IPO. The company plans to use the funds to expand stores, boost marketing, and strengthen its presence in India’s growing home and sleep solutions market.
India’s startup and business ecosystem witnessed several significant developments on 6th October 2025. From major funding deals to strategic business moves, here’s a quick roundup of the top stories shaping the market today. Highlights include JSW One Platforms securing INR 575 crore to expand its B2B e-commerce operations,
JSW One Platforms Ltd., India’s leading tech-first B2B e-commerce marketplace, today announced the successful closure of its latest funding round, raising INR 575 crore. The round, initiated in May 2025, witnessed participation from marquee investors including the State Bank of India (SBI), Principal Asset Management, One-Up, International Conveyors Ltd.
Mumbai-based fintech firm Raise Financial Services, the parent company of stock trading platform Dhan, has officially entered the unicorn club following a Series B funding round of $120 million. The investment was led by Hornbill Capital and included participation from MUFG, BEENEXT, and notable investors such as Ramesh Damani, DSP