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The practice of "Building in Public" (BIP), where a company shares its progress, metrics, and challenges openly with the community, has become a defining trend in the startup world. Proponents argue it fosters community and provides invaluable feedback, while critics contend it is a dangerous distraction that drains
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For many founders, the path to building a successful startup often feels like a choice between two extremes: bootstrapping into slow growth or raising venture capital and immediately diluting ownership. However, a third path exists that is increasingly becoming a strategic lever for the world’s most ambitious builders. Non-dilutive
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The United States H-1B visa program, a critical conduit for skilled foreign talent, is currently facing an unprecedented crisis, particularly impacting Indian professionals. A confluence of new security protocols, policy changes, and operational backlogs has led to visa stamping interview appointments in India being pushed back to 2027, effectively stranding
New Delhi-based deep tech startup OneARVO raises ₹12.3 Million in Pre-seed round led by Inflection Point Ventures. The funds will be utilised for technology team augmentation, building an AI lab for datasets, and go-to-market implementation. The startup operates as a supply chain integrity solutions provider, helping brands protect, track,
MCX gold price surged to a new all-time high today, extending its relentless rally as investors doubled down on safe-haven assets amid global uncertainty, a weakening US dollar, and rising geopolitical risk premiums. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures crossed the psychological ₹1,71,000 per 10 grams
1Buy.AI, an AI-first electronics procurement and cost-reduction platform, today announced a seed funding round of INR 32.5 crore. The round was led by 100Unicorns, with participation from Ashish Kacholia, Gruhas (founded by Nikhil Kamath and Abhijeet Pai), FJ Labs (USA), and other marquee ecosystem investors, including existing customers.
Popular quick-service restaurant chain Wow! Momo is facing intense scrutiny after a massive fire at a warehouse linked to the brand in Anandapur, Kolkata, killed multiple workers and left several others missing. The blaze, which broke out in the early hours of Monday, turned the facility into a death trap,
In a major inflection point that could alter the country’s filmmaking technology and increase the market share of Indian production ventures on a global scale, TakeTwo, an AI-native film studio specialising in high-end visual storytelling, has announced that it has secured fresh capital at a Rs. 100 crore valuation
The Guild (formerly known as EtherealX), a space tech startup building the world’s first fully reusable medium-lift rocket, has secured a total of $20.5 million. The Guild received their Series A funding from TDK Ventures and BIG Capital, with participation from Accel, Prosus, Yournest, Campus Fund, BlueHill, and
ScrapUncle, the leading on-demand recycling platform, has raised ₹22 crore (~USD 2.4 million) in a Pre-Series A funding round led by Orios Venture Partners, with Acumen Fund, Inc’. coming in as Co-Lead. The round also saw participation from Upaya Social Ventures, Venture Catalysts, We Founder Circle, Soonicorn Ventures, and
MeMeraki, India’s largest culture-tech platform enabling technology-led market access for traditional Indian arts and crafts, has raised an undisclosed institutional investment from Next Bharat Ventures, the impact investment arm backed by Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan. The investment will support the company’s next phase of growth, with a focus
SpotDraft, the leading AI-powered contract lifecycle management (CLM) platform, has raised $8 million from Qualcomm Ventures in a strategic Series B extension. The investment follows SpotDraft’s $56 million Series B raise in February 2025 and reflects accelerating enterprise demand for secure, high-performance legal AI that can run directly on-device.
When you’re on the edge of your seat watching a last-minute touchdown or a game-winning six, the league's balance sheet is probably the last thing on your mind. Fair enough. But behind every sold-out stadium and every fan wearing a jersey, there's a multi-billion dollar
Navigating many Indian cities can be a significant challenge. For a long time, finding a quick and affordable ride was difficult. A new generation of startups is addressing this, and Rapido is a notable example. They officially hit unicorn status in September 2024, which shows their strategy is working. So,
If you've ever grabbed a bite from a local cafe, a cloud kitchen, or a bustling family-run restaurant in India, there's a decent chance Petpooja was running the show behind the counter. In a startup world that is often focused on scaling at all costs and
From food discovery to a profitable ecosystem: The Zomato revenue model Everyone in India knows Zomato. But its path to a massive ₹351 crore profit in FY24 wasn't just about dropping off your biryani. It’s a story of strategic pivots, scaling operations, and diversifying its business. Let&
Struggling to scale your Flipkart business? We've compiled a list of the essential Flipkart seller tools for 2026 to optimize your operations and sales.
So, you’ve got a piece of land. Maybe it’s a small plot you inherited or a few acres you bought on a whim. Right now, it might just be growing weeds, but what you really have is a blank canvas. That empty lot is an opportunity, a chance
Investing in the stock market is traditionally associated with dividends, capital appreciation, and portfolio growth. But some Indian companies are offering an extra reason to invest: real-world perks like hotel stay discounts, food vouchers, and retail coupons. For retail investors looking to mix fun with finance, these shareholder benefits offer
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The market for new AI coding tools is expanding rapidly, with many new platforms emerging that promise to accelerate app development. With numerous options available, it can be challenging to identify the most effective tools that fit a specific workflow without adding unnecessary complexity. To help navigate this landscape, we
RenewCred (Net Zero Initiative Private Limited), a climate-technology company building India’s first fully digital, science-led carbon credit standard and registry for the voluntary carbon market, has successfully closed its ₹4.25 crore seed funding round, comprising a mix of equity and grants. The round was led by Campus Angels
Roadgrid raises ₹12 Crore in a Pre-series A round from Inflection Point Ventures and other investors. The round marks a significant milestone in RoadGrid’s mission to create India’s largest and most accessible EV charging ecosystem. The round saw participation from a strong group of strategic and angel investors,
GrowthPal, co-founded by Maneesh Bhandari, Shalu Mitruka and Amaresh Shirsat today announced a $2.6 million funding round to accelerate its AI-powered M&A copilot for deal sourcing and execution. The round was led by Ideaspring Capital with participation from prominent angel investors globally. The new capital will support
Truva, a full-stack resale homes platform building the most delightful home buying and selling experience, has raised $9 million (₹78 crore) in fresh capital. Of the total funding, $7.3 million (₹61 crore) was raised as equity in a round led by Stellaris Venture Partners and Orios Venture Partners and