Niine’s Menstrual Hygiene Day Campaign Puts Real Women, Not Brand Narratives, at the Centre of Period Conversations
Brand launches a digital-first film series rooted in the truth that no two periods, and no two women, are alike.
Fexi Cap Funds vs Hybrid Funds: A Comparison of Flexibility and Performance
Investors often compare mutual fund categories based on returns, but a more useful comparison begins with structure. Every category operates within a defined investment mandate, asset mix, risk profile, and regulatory framework. This becomes particularly relevant when comparing flexi cap funds with hybrid funds, as both offer flexibility in different
The Question Byju Raveendran Wouldn't Answer
Singapore moved first. A court there has sentenced Byju Raveendran to six months in jail for refusing, across 25 months and multiple orders, to identify the owner of one specific Singapore shell company.
JSW Energy
Two Institutions Took 72% of JSW Energy's Rs 4,000 Crore QIP
JSW Energy Limited closed its Rs 4,000 crore qualified institutional placement (QIP) on the night of 25 May 2026, with two institutions — SBI Equity Hybrid Fund and GQG Partners Emerging Markets Equity Fund — together absorbing 72.55% of the issue, according to the company's filing with the
Satish Sanpal Joins Netflix's 'Desi Bling' as ANAX Holding Expands in Dubai
Dubai-based Indian entrepreneur Satish Sanpal, Founder and Chairperson of ANAX Holding, has stepped into the global spotlight with his debut on Netflix's reality series "Desi Bling," which premiered on May 20, 2026, even as his diversified business group continues to expand across the emirate's
Funding
Yes Madam Raises ₹50 Cr from Info Edge Growth in Maiden Institutional Round
Yes Madam, one of India's fastest-growing at-home beauty and wellness platforms, has raised ₹50 crore in its first institutional funding round from the recently launched growth fund of Info Edge, led by Sanjeev Bikhchandani. The Noida-headquartered company, which has been bootstrapped and profitable since inception, will deploy the
GIVA
Kriti Sanon Joins GIVA as Investor After ₹530 Cr Series C Round
Bengaluru, May 25, 2026 — GIVA, India's fast-growing fine jewellery brand, has welcomed National Award-winning actor and entrepreneur Kriti Sanon as a Strategic Investor and Brand Ambassador, deepening a partnership that the company says will extend well beyond a conventional celebrity endorsement. The investment lands on the heels of
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Ziptrrip Acquires HelloTravel to Build MICE and Business Leisure Play
Ziptrrip, the Mumbai-based AI-powered corporate travel and expense management platform, has acquired HelloTravel Online Private Limited in what marks its first buyout within three years of operations, the company announced on May 25, 2026. The transaction sees HelloTravel, an 18-year-old travel marketplace that was demerged as an independent entity in
Reviewing Finix Payment Platform: Cost, Security, & Features
Finix sits in a narrow category of payment infrastructure. The company sells a PayFac-as-a-Service product to software platforms that want to control onboarding, pricing, and payouts to their own merchants without building a full payment facilitator from scratch. The model gives a SaaS operator most of the economic upside of
Seed Funding
TIST Media Raises Seed Round at USD 5.9 Mn Post-Money Valuation
TIST Media, the Mumbai-headquartered creator economy company, has closed its seed round at a post-money valuation of approximately USD 5.9 million, with Sthira Partners leading the investment. The round marks one of the few instances of institutional capital flowing into a pure-play creator economy business in India, signalling a
The Tax Drag Most Investors Underestimate (And How It Compounds Against You)
Imagine a leak in a pipe. Small enough that you don't notice it on any given day. Large enough that, over twenty years, it has emptied half the tank. That is tax drag. Not dramatic and visible in any single statement. Not the kind of risk that prompts
ANSCER Robotics
ANSCER Robotics Raises ₹45 Cr in Series A Led by IAN Alpha Fund
Bengaluru-based industrial robotics company ANSCER Robotics has raised ₹45 crore in a fresh funding round led by IAN Alpha Fund, the second venture capital fund in IAN Group's series, with participation from Info Edge and a clutch of angel investors. The capital infusion, announced on 21 May 2026,
Meta Fashion
Meta Fashion Raises $400K Pre-Seed Led by Lumikai for Virtual Zara
Meta Fashion, a Delhi-based digital fashion platform building what its founders describe as the "Zara for the Virtual World," has raised approximately $400,000 in a pre-seed funding round led by Lumikai, India's interactive media, digital platforms, and games-focused venture capital fund. The round, announced on
Scapia
Scapia Raises $63 Million Led by General Catalyst to Scale Travel-Fintech Play
Scapia, the Bengaluru-based travel-fintech company, has raised $63 million in a fresh funding round led by US-based venture firm General Catalyst, with continued participation from existing investors Peak XV Partners and Z47. The round, announced on May 21, 2026, takes the company's total equity funding to approximately $135
Mythik
Mythik Raises $5M More, Valuation Crosses $50M Mark
Mythik, the tech-first global entertainment company founded by Jason Kothari, has raised an additional $5 million in fresh capital, lifting its valuation to over $50 million and reinforcing its standing as one of the most closely watched new entrants in the emerging media-tech landscape. The top-up round, announced on May
Trackk
Trackk Raises $3.7 Million Led by Lightspeed to Reimagine Investing for Gen Z India
Trackk, an investment platform targeting Gen Z investors in India, has raised $3.7 million in a seed funding round led by Lightspeed, with participation from Info Edge Ventures and a clutch of high-profile angel investors including Gaurav Munjal, Roman Saini, Tanmay Bhatt, Varun Mayya, and Gaurav Kapoor. The fresh
Ankur Warikoo
Samajhdaar Ko Ishaara: The Real Reason Ankur Warikoo Shut Down His Course Business
An investigation into what one of India's biggest creators isn't saying about his ₹100 crore "shutdown."
ONO
ONO Raises $1.2M Pre-Series A Led by Aeravti Ventures to Scale Agri-SME Lending
Bengaluru-based Agri-Finance startup ONO has raised $1.2 million in a Pre-Series A funding round led by early-stage venture capital firm Aeravti Ventures, with participation from Tremis Capital and a clutch of angel investors. The fresh capital arrives as the company scales its data and AI-led post-harvest infrastructure for Agri-SMEs
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52 Businesses You Can Start with INR 1 Lakh or Less
Discover 52 profitable low-investment business ideas you can start in India with INR 1 lakh or less. From online ventures to retail and service businesses, explore smart opportunities with high growth potential and low startup costs.
Legend of Toys
Legend of Toys Raises ₹21 Cr Pre-Series A to Build Premium Play Universe
Legend of Toys, the Bengaluru-based direct-to-consumer toy brand, has raised ₹21 crore in a Pre-Series A funding round aimed at building what the company describes as India's first premium play universe. The round saw participation from Singularity Early Opportunities Fund, Veltis Capital, Enzia Ventures, DeVC, Atrium Angels and
Instafix Raises ₹7.55 Cr Pre-Seed Led by Titan Capital, 8i Ventures
Gurugram, May 13, 2026 — Instafix, a 30-minute doorstep smartphone repair service, has raised ₹7.55 crore in a pre-seed funding round co-led by Titan Capital and 8i Ventures. The round also saw participation from Anish Srivastava, Senior Vice President at Blinkit, and Bharat Kalia, Co-founder and CEO of Lifelong. The
Bobakat Raises ₹6 Crore Pre-Series A to Scale Bubble Tea Brand Across India
Kathy's Beverages Pvt Ltd, the parent company of Mumbai-based bubble tea and beverage brand Bobakat, has raised ₹6 crore (approximately USD 638,000) in a Pre-Series A funding round to fuel a nationwide retail expansion and accelerate product innovation, the company announced Monday. The fresh capital will be
Ranveer Allahbadia
From 'Dirty, Perverted' To Netflix Headliner In 14 Months: The Ranveer Allahbadia Playbook"
How India's most-watched podcaster turned the worst week of his career into a 15-month engineered rehabilitation — and what it teaches us about reputation, PR, and the modern internet.
Skyroot Aerospace
Skyroot Aerospace Hits $1.1B Valuation, Becomes India's First Space-Tech Unicorn
Hyderabad-based Skyroot Aerospace has raised $60 million in a Series C funding round on May 7, 2026, vaulting the small-satellite launch vehicle developer to a post-money valuation of $1.1 billion and making it India's first space-tech unicorn. The round was led by Sherpalo Ventures, GIC, BlackRock, Arkam
PinSec.AI
PinSec.AI Raises ₹5 Cr Seed Funding for AI-Native Wealth Platform
Backed by the FPL Group's 35-year entrepreneurial legacy, the Chennai-based quant fund targets USD 1 billion in AUM and full-service wealth management status by 2030 CHENNAI, Tamil Nadu, May 6, 2026 — PinSec.AI, the AI-native financial services arm of the FPL Group of Companies, today announced it has
Pronto Extends Series B to $45 Million at $200 Million Valuation, Doubling Its Valuation in a Month
Lachy Groom, co-founder of Physical Intelligence, leads $20 million extension; platform now processes 26,000 bookings daily
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Overlooked Inefficiencies in Growth Spending
Growth spending gets a lot of attention in startups, but not always the right kind. Founders usually watch the big numbers: customer acquisition cost, return on ad spend, payroll, and software budgets. What gets missed are the smaller inefficiencies that pile up inside those categories and quietly slow growth. After
Aman Gupta invests in Rosier Foods to back India’s growing demand for Authentic, Vedic Nutrition
India’s premium and authentic staples brand specializing in A2 Gir cow ghee and organic pantry, has secured investment from Aman Gupta through SailThru Ventures. Founded by content creator and entrepreneur Gaurav Taneja (Flying Beast) along with Ankur Tyagi and Sumit Mishra, the brand is building a strong presence in
Shark Tank featured menstrual hygiene focused startup HealthFab raises Rs 20 Crore in Series A from Atomic Capital
Menstrual hygiene focused startup HealthFab has raised Rs 20 Crore in Series A from Atomic Capital. Funds raised will be strategically deployed for expanding its holistic period care product portfolio, scaling distribution including quick commerce, and expanding manufacturing capacity to support growth. Founded in 2019 by Kiriti Acharjee, Sourav Chakrabarty,
JSW One acquires BuildNext; transaction sees continued participation from Pidilite Ventures
JSW One Platforms Limited, India’s leading tech-enabled B2B commerce platform for construction and manufacturing MSMEs, today announced the acquisition of BuildNext Construction Solutions Private Limited (BuildNext), a home design and project management company. The acquisition builds on JSW One’s existing home construction platform, JSW One Homes, and marks
Gurubhai Equipments: The Startup Transforming How India Opens Restaurants
In a country where the food business is booming, starting a restaurant is still a complex and often confusing process. From selecting the right equipment to designing an efficient kitchen, many aspiring entrepreneurs struggle to turn their ideas into reality. This is exactly the problem that Gurubhai Equipments set out
Best Platform to Pay Your E-Challan: Comparing Speed, Security, and Peace of Mind
In today’s time, due to the presence of automated traffic systems that monitor all kinds of violations, getting stopped for a challan is almost non-existent. This results in your chances of getting a Challan SMS being much higher than those of getting tapped on the window by a traffic
Otto secures $500,000 to build AI chief of staff for sales
Otto Sales AI, the world’s first AI Chief of Staff for Sales, has emerged as the winner of the SaaStock USA 2026 Global Pitch Competition, securing a $500,000 investment from a syndicate of leading venture capital firms, including Backfuture VC, Quadri Ventures, BAG Collective, and OneSixOne Ventures. Held
Snabbit Raises $56 Million Series D, Bringing Total Capital to $112 Million as India's Quick-Service Home Help Category Goes Mainstream
Round led by new investors Susquehanna Venture Capital and Mirae Asset Ventures Investments, with continued backing from Bertelsmann India Investments, Lightspeed, Elevation Capital and Nexus Venture Partners. Daily jobs have grown 4x in six months while burn per job has been cut in half.
Kovon raises $250K led by TDV Partners to unlock global opportunities for India’s frontline workforce
Kovon, a cross-border workforce mobility platform, has raised $250,000 in a pre-seed funding round led by TDV Partners. Founded by Bibartan Roy and Swayamjeet Das, Kovon is building a trusted platform for blue and grey-collar workers across industries such as healthcare, hospitality, construction, and logistics, connecting skilled Indian talent
Startup Stairs Announces ‘Startup League 2026’ to Boost India’s DeepTech Ecosystem
New Delhi [India], April 23: In an effort to address gaps in India’s deep technology ecosystem, Startup Stairs has announced the launch of Startup League 2026, a national-level hackathon and funding platform focused on early-stage innovation. The event is scheduled to be held on June 11, 2026. The initiative
Spill Games Raises USD 3.1 Million to Build a Systems-Led Global Mobile Gaming Company from India
Spill Games, a Bengaluru-based mobile gaming company building a systems-led approach to creating and scaling casual games, has raised USD 3.1 million in a Seed funding round led by Centre Court Capital and PeerCapital. Founded in 2024 by Om Misra, Tapan Ranjan, and Harsh Garg, Spill was built around
KKR Captain Ajinkya Rahane Backs Chupps Footwear as Investor and Advisor, Signalling a New Play in India’s Comfort & Recovery Category
Chupps, India’s fast-growing D2C open footwear brand, today announced that Ajinkya Rahane, current captain of Kolkata Knight Riders and former captain of the Indian Test cricket team, has joined the company as an equity investor and strategic advisor, as part of its pre-Series B round fundraise. The investment, made
AWE Funds Invests in Digital Paani to Support Scalable Water-Tech Innovation
AWE Funds, an early-growth venture equity platform focused on building scalable deeptech and technology-led innovations across Climate, Health, and the Future of Work, has invested an undisclosed amount in Digital Paani. Digital Paani is a water-tech platform redefining how cities and industries manage and scale water and wastewater systems. By
Health QSR Chain Açaí Theory raises ₹ 4 crores Led by All In Capital with participation from TDV Partners and other Marquee investors
Açaí Theory, a pioneering health-focused quick service restaurant (QSR) brand, has raised ₹4 crore in a pre-seed funding round led by All In Capital with participation from TDV Partners and other Marquee investors including Rinshul Chandra (Ex-COO, Zomato Food Delivery), Harpreet Grover (Founder, Curious Parent), Anurag Prasad (CEO, Visit Health)
Aliste Technologies Secures ₹30 Crore in Pre Series A led by Big Global JSC to scale sustainable enterprise energy management
Energy Tech & IoT solutions provider Aliste Technologies has raised INR 30 Crore in a Pre Series A round comprising a strategic mix of equity and debt, led by Big Global JSC (the Corporate Venture Arm of the Bitexco Group), with significant participation from existing investor Yournest Venture Capital and
Cohoma Coffee raises ₹5 Crore in Seed Round led by Inflection Point Ventures and Swishin VC
Cohoma Coffee, a speciality coffee roaster and machine manufacturer raises ₹5 Crore in seed round from Inflection Point Ventures and Swishin VC. The fund will be deployed to accelerate international expansion and scale up the manufacturing capabilities. Cohoma Coffee offers one of India’s widest ranges of home-brewing specialty coffee
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5 Misconceptions About Online Degrees That Could Be Holding Your Career Back (2026 Guide)
The traditional career roadmap, get a degree, land a job, climb the ladder, is undergoing a structural overhaul. In 2026, the most successful founders and finance professionals are no longer defined by a single, four-year credential from one institution. Instead, they are defined by their "Education Portfolio." We
This Startup Is Bringing Havan Benefits Into Everyday Life
Every home today experiences some sort of stress whether it is work, family or a busy mind. In the past, spiritual practices were used to maintain balance, but now most people forget about them due to lack of time. People are seeking ways to easily feel calm again. To fill
The room India's startup ecosystem has been waiting for is coming to Mumbai on April 11.
Fifth edition of the annual summit to feature 600+ attendees, three parallel tracks, and a six-week road to HSX across multiple cities.
Aavishkaar Capital Backs Gnani.ai in USD 10 Million Series B Round, Deepening Commitment to Deep-Tech as a Force for Global Impact
Aavishkaar Capital, the impact-focused fund manager and part of Aavishkaar Group, one of the world's foremost impact investing platforms, today announced a Series B investment of USD 10 Million in Gnani.ai, a Bengaluru-based voice-first Agentic AI company redefining how enterprises engage with customers at scale. The investment
How Two Women Built a Remote-First L&D Firm Delivering 1100+ Projects with 95% Repeat Clients
Founded in 2020 in the middle of a global pandemic, Thinkdom began as a small experiment in reimagining corporate learning. Today, the Bangalore-headquartered, remote-first Learning Experience Design and Performance Consulting firm has delivered close to 1100 projects, impacted over 500,000 learners, and grown largely through organic and referral-driven business.
KABUNI ushers in a new era of cricket training, as envisioned by Founder Nimesh Patel
Cricket has always been a game of instinct, repetition, and the trained eye of a coach. But as the sport evolves, so do the tools that shape its players. One of the emerging names in this space, Kabuni, is offering a glimpse into how technology is beginning to influence the
Epik Raises $1M Pre-Seed led by InfoEdge Ventures to Build India’s First 60-minute Try and Buy Quick Commerce for Electronics and Home Appliances
Epik, a Try and Buy quick commerce startup focused on consumer electronics and home appliances, has announced that it has raised $1 million in a pre-seed funding round led by InfoEdge Ventures. This marks a bet on the company being a pioneer in quick commerce that uniquely blends convenience of
Pavestone invests $3 Million in AI-Native lending platform Uncia
Pavestone, a Hyderabad-based venture capital firm, completed its investment of $3 Million (₹25 Cr) into Uncia, an AI-powered Lending Solutions platform. In an era defined by heavily funded fintechs and venture-backed growth stories, Uncia represents something increasingly rare: a technology company that chose to let its product do the talking
MTandT Rentals Raises INR 100 Crore Investment from ValueQuest S.C.A.L.E. Fund II to Accelerate Expansion in Equipment Rental and Product Sales Solutions
MTandT Rentals Limited (“MRL”), a leading provider of aerial work platforms and ground protection access solutions in India, announced an investment of INR 100 Crore from ValueQuest S.C.A.L.E. Fund II. The investment will support MRL’s next phase of growth and expansion across India. Enabling Safer
K-12 EdTech startup Qweebi raises $500K to bring hands-on STEM & robotics to millions of students
Qweebi, an online STEM learning platform that enables schools to run hands-on engineering and robotics projects entirely through a web browser, has raised $500,000 in a seed funding round led by Inflection Point Ventures (IPV). The round also saw participation from global leaders including Jeroen Tas, former Co-founder of
FusionStays Raises INR 75 Lakhs in Pre-Seed Funding Led by Vruddhi Capital Kolkata, India
FusionStays, headquartered in Kolkata, an offbeat travel platform focused on verified, quality-assured stays, has raised INR 75 lakhs in Pre-Seed funding from Vruddhi Capital, Udupi, along with participation from angel investors. The fresh capital will be utilised to strengthen product development, accelerate geographical expansion, and invest in leadership team development
CorporateConnections India’s BHAF 2026 Powers High-Impact Entrepreneurial Collaboration in Surat
Surat emerged as the meeting point of India’s entrepreneurial leadership as CorporateConnections®️ India hosted BHAF 2026 – The Big Hairy Audacious Forum, bringing together over 250 prominent entrepreneurs and business leaders from across the country. The two-day flagship forum took place on 13–14 March 2026 at the Surat Marriott
Shark Tank India Featured Pinq Polka Raises ₹4 Crore in Pre-Series A Led by Inflection Point Ventures
Contemporary innerwear and shapewear brand Pinq Polka has raised ₹4 crore in a Pre-Series A led by Inflection Point Ventures (IPV). The capital will be deployed to scale marketing for the brand’s shapewear category, strengthen its team, and support working capital requirements. Founded with the vision of building a
Assiduus Global raises $25M in Pre-Series B led by Bajaj Finserv
Assiduus Global Inc., an AI-powered middleware infrastructure platform for global digital commerce, announced the close of its $25 million Pre-Series B funding round led by Bajaj Finserv, one of India’s largest and most diversified financial services groups. Since its previous round, the company has quadrupled revenue, tripled valuation, and
Hipmunk Returns to Simplify the Flight Booking Experience
The online travel industry continues to evolve as travelers demand faster, smarter, and more intuitive ways to book flights. In this shifting landscape, Hipmunk has re-entered the market with a renewed focus on simplifying the flight booking experience. Once known for its innovative approach to travel search, Hipmunk aims to
CometChat Secures $6.5M in Strategic Funding from Run Ventures to Grow Next-Generation AI Agent Platform
In-app communication platform CometChat has announced raising a strategic funding of $6.5 million ( Rs 60 crore ) from its existing investors Run Ventures to up its AI play for key ecosystems. The Company has raised $21.1 million till date in funding including the current round. This round follows a
Velmenni Raises ₹30 Crore to Scale Light-Based Wireless Connectivity
Velmenni, a deep-tech pioneer in light-based wireless communication, today announced a ₹30 crore (approx. USD 3.3Mn) Pre-Series A funding round. The round was led by pi Ventures, with participation from other investors like MountTech Growth Fund-Kavachh and Apekso. Velmenni has developed high-capacity backhaul and alternative last-mile connectivity solutions for
A Tale of Two Edtechs: Unacademy's Acquisition by upGrad Signals a Sector's Reckoning
The Indian edtech landscape, once a fertile ground for billion-dollar valuations and breakneck growth, is undergoing a seismic shift. The recent announcement of upGrad's acquisition of Unacademy in an all-stock deal is the most significant consolidation event to date, marking a dramatic reset for a sector grappling with
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Why Hiring Speed Has Become a Competitive Advantage for Small Businesses
Here's something I see all the time: a company finds the perfect job candidate. The resume is stellar, the skills align beautifully, everyone's excited. But their hiring process takes three weeks. By week two? That candidate has already accepted another offer. Speed isn't a
Boba Bhai raises ₹40 crore to scale India’s bubble tea and Korean street food categories.
Boba Bhai, India’s largest omnichannel Bubble Tea and Korean street food brand, has raised ₹40 crore in a funding round led by existing investors 8i Ventures, Titan Capital Winners Fund and Global Growth Capital. The round also saw participation from new investors like BIG Capital and prominent angels. The
OpenCFO Raises $2M to build the AI-native Financial Operating System for Global Mid-Market CFOs
OpenCFO, an AI-native financial operations platform, today announced the successful completion of its first institutional funding round, raising $2 million. The funding round was led by Endiya Partners, and saw participation from prominent angel investors across both the United States and India. OpenCFO is building an agentic AI financial operating
Lumikai Leads $1.5 Million Seed Round for NPrep to Scale Interactive AI-Powered Educational Platform for India's Nursing Workforce
Lumikai, India’s pioneering venture capital fund focused on interactive media, digital platforms and games, today announced it is leading a $1.5 million seed round in NPrep, an AI- powered, video-first learning platform revolutionizing preparation for high-stakes nursing entrance examinations and global healthcare careers. NPrep fits squarely into Lumikai’
ZOFF Foods raises $2 million in Pre-Series B round from JM Financial Private Equity
Raipur-based spice brand ZOFF Foods today announced that it has raised $2 million in a Pre-Series B funding round led by existing investor JM Financial Private Equity through JM Financial India Growth Fund III, along with Aman Gupta, Co-Founder of boAt. This marks the second round of investment in the
How Enso Webworks is building a connected digital ecosystem, along with global collaborations
The global technology conversation increasingly revolves around platforms that can simplify digital interactions while maintaining transparency and user control. At the recent ET NOW Global Business Summit 2026 in New Delhi, one such conversation included representatives from Enso Webworks, where the company highlighted its approach to building a connected digital
PhysicsWallah (PW) School of Startups Alumna, Modge - by Land of Cakes, Raises ₹1 Cr on Shark Tank India Season 5
Alumna of PW School of Startups, the entrepreneurship arm of education company, PhysicsWallah (PW), Megha Sarayan, founder of Kolkata-based Modge - by Land of Cakes, has raised ₹1 crore in funding on Shark Tank India Season 5. The investment was made by Anupam Mittal, founder and CEO of People Group
Rozana Raises ₹290 Crore in Series B to Scale Rural Omnichannel Retail Across Bharat
Rozana, a rural-focused omnichannel retail platform co-founded by Ankur Dahiya, Adwait Vikram Singh and Mukesh Christopher, has raised ₹290 crore in a Series B funding round. The round was led by Bertelsmann India Investments (BII), with participation from Fireside Ventures, US-based Spark Growth Ventures, Bikaji Family Office, FE Securities and
How to Read Option Chains: A Guide to Nifty and Finnifty Contracts
Options trading has become increasingly popular among retail and institutional participants. However, for many beginners, the option chain screen appears complex and overwhelming. Understanding how to read a nifty option chain and interpret a finnifty option chain is essential for making informed trading decisions. An option chain provides a structured
IAN Angel Fund leads INR 2.5 crore funding round in functional beverage startup Peping
IAN Angel Fund, the evergreen fund of IAN Group, has led an INR 2.5 crore funding round in Peping, an FMCG startup building functional beverages for modern Indian consumers. The round also saw participation from other angel investors. The capital will be used to expand distribution, strengthen supply chain
Cheerio AI Raises ₹8 Crore Seed Round Led by Artha Venture Fund II to Accelerate AI-Powered Enterprise Automation
Cheerio AI, an AI-powered, all-in-one customer engagement platform focused on optimizing the CAC-to-LTV equation, today announced that it has raised ₹8 crores in a Seed funding round, led by Artha Venture Fund II (AVF II), alongside participation from Hyderabad Angels, TiE Angels, LetsVenture, Invention Engine and notable angel investors including
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Essential AI Chatbot Features Every Startup Needs in 2026
Startups move quickly. Your team handles sales, support, onboarding, and marketing at the same time. An AI chatbot can reduce that pressure, but only if it includes the right capabilities. In 2026, expectations are higher. Users want instant answers, smooth conversations, and secure interactions. They compare your responsiveness to established
The 18-Month Market Mystery: Is Your Portfolio in a 'Dead Zone' or Primed for a Boom?
For many investors, the past 18 months have felt like a financial purgatory. The market, a once-reliable engine of growth, appears to have stalled, leaving many to wonder: Is this the new normal, or simply the calm before a storm? A recent LinkedIn post by prominent financial voice Radhika Gupta
Pronto Raises $25 Million To Take Instant and Dependable Household Services Deeper Across Its Cities
Pronto, which brings dependable household help to your door within minutes, today announced it has raised $25 million in Series B funding led by Epiq Capital to deepen its presence across cities it serves. Existing investors Glade Brook Capital, General Catalyst and Bain Capital Ventures also participated in the round.
💹 Finance
What Are Crypto Futures? How They Work and Why They Matter
As digital assets keep evolving, traders are embracing more advanced trading tools, other than spot trading. The most notable of them include crypto futures, which are derivative contracts that enable the participants to engage in speculation of prices without necessarily having the underlying cryptocurrency. To bloggers and analysts in the
IAN Angel Fund backs The Artment’s pre-series A round of INR 10 crore
IAN Group, the country’s single largest early-stage investment platform, has invested in The Artment’s ₹10 crore pre-series A funding round, through its evergreen fund, IAN Angel Fund, with participation from other angel investors. Founded by Aditya Agarwal (Co-Founder & CEO) and Aanchal Agarwal (Co-Founder & CFO), The Artment
Processing Fee Transparency in the Best Loan Apps
The digital lending landscape has undergone a massive transformation over the last decade. Borrowing money used to involve multiple trips to a physical bank branch and stacks of paperwork. Today, a few taps on a smartphone screen can initiate a credit transfer in minutes. This convenience is the primary reason
nailinit raises pre-seed round from Gruhas Collective Consumer Fund to build a community-led nail care brand
nailinit, a community-first nail care brand focused on Gen Z and millennial consumers, has raised ₹2.5–3 crore in a pre-seed funding round led by Gruhas Collective Consumer Fund (GCCF) and Marsshot VC along with other angel investors, the consumer investment platform backed by entrepreneur and investor Nikhil Kamath.
Wellness Company Wholeleaf Secures ₹1.5 Crore in Seed Funding Round
An all-natural pain therapeutics company, Wholeleaf, has raised ₹1.5 Cr in a seed funding round backed by investors like Aman Gupta – Cofounder and CMO of BOAT, Namita Thapar – Executive Director of Emcure Pharmaceuticals, and Kanika Tekriwal – CEO of JetSetGo, on the recent Shark Tank India Season 5. The company
Aavishkaar Capital Leads INR 60 Crore Investment in FREED to Scale India’s Debt Relief Category
Aavishkaar Capital, the investment arm of Aavishkaar Group, has led the INR 60 Crore (USD 6.6 Mn) investment in FREED, India’s first technology-driven debt relief platform, with participation from existing investors, Sanjay Nayar led Sorin Investments, Piper Serica and Sattva Ventures. Debt relief is a mature $50 billion
AI platform MeltPlan raises $10 million in Seed funding led by Bessemer Venture Partners to make construction boring
MeltPlan, a pre-construction AI platform founded in 2025 announced its $10 Mn Seed funding led by Bessemer Venture Partners, with participation from noa. This brings the total funds raised by the company to $14 Mn. The funds will be used to further develop what it calls the “planning engine” for
Deep Tech startup Reneonix raises ₹1.70 Crore in Pre-seed round led by Inflection Point Ventures
Deep Tech startup Reneonix has raised ₹1.70 Crore in Pre-seed round led by Inflection Point Ventures. The round saw participation from leading institutions, angel investors, and grant bodies, including the Department of Science and Technology (Government of India), NSRCEL-IIM Bangalore, SustainTN, and ITEL Foundation. The funds will be deployed
upGrad's Strategic Acquisition of Internshala: A Deep Dive into India's Evolving Edtech Landscape
In a significant move poised to reshape India's burgeoning edtech and recruitment sectors, upGrad, a prominent online higher education and upskilling platform, announced its acquisition of Internshala, a leading internship and early-career hiring platform. This strategic consolidation, finalized through a 90% stock-swap transaction, underscores upGrad's ambition
Tattvam AI comes out of Stealth with $1.7 million funding to Revolutionize Semiconductor Chip Design with AI
Tattvam AI, a deeptech startup building AI systems to automate semiconductor chip design, today announced it has raised $1.7 million in pre-seed funding led by Seedcamp, with participation from EWOR, Entropy Industrial Ventures, Concept Ventures, semiconductor angel Stan Boland. The world is racing to build custom silicon. Unlike general-purpose
How Nautika Built India’s Best-Performing Ferry Service by Betting on the People of Andaman
What does it take to run a ferry service with a near-perfect strike rate from the very first day of operations? For Nautika, India’s youngest and fastest-growing premium ferry operator in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, the answer has always been simple: hire from the islands, train with heart,
ZeroMobIt raises INR 1.5 Crore pre-seed funding to accelerate AI-native tech development & operational expansion
ZeroMobIt, a Hyderabad-based student mobility startup, today announced it has raised INR 1.5 Crore in a pre-seed funding round, led by prominent angel investors like Sandeep Varaganti (CEO, JioMart), Dr. Ashok Agrawal (SVP, Axis Bank), and HNIs. The funding will enable the startup to accelerate its AI-native technology development,
Wishlink Raises $17.5 Million in Series B Funding Led by Vertex Ventures Southeast Asia & India
Wishlink, India’s largest creator commerce platform, has raised $17.5 million in its Series B funding round, led by Vertex Ventures Southeast Asia & India. The round also saw participation from existing investors Fundamentum and Elevation Capital, reaffirming strong investor confidence in Wishlink’s vision, scale, and execution. Backed
SOC Semiconductor Startup optoML Raises $1.8Mn in Pre Series A round led by Bluehill.VC & A99
Fabless Semiconductor startup optoML has raised $1.8 million in a Pre Series A round led by deep tech VC Bluehill & A99. The Funds raised will be used for scaling up hiring and start work on next generation chips as tape out with TSMC is completed. The transaction will
AI Recruitment Startup HireBound Raises $2 Million Seed Round Led by Kalaari Capital
HireBound, an AI recruiting platform, today announced that it has raised $2 million in a Seed round led by Kalaari Capital, with participation from Antler, Infinyte Club, and CareerNet. At a time when AI agents are rapidly transforming knowledge work and fundamentally reshaping how companies operate, hiring itself is entering
MyDesignation Raises ₹40Cr in Series A funding led by RPSG Capital Ventures and Veltis Capital
MyDesignation, a design and innovation-led, direct-to-consumer (D2C) fashion brand, has raised ₹40Cr in its Series A round led by RPSG Capital Ventures, with strong participation from existing investor Veltis Capital, who doubled their equity stake. Other existing investors - Multiply Ventures and Dominor Investments also participated in the funding round.
IAN Alpha Fund led a USD$3 million funding round in Mojro for Global Expansion
IAN Alpha Fund, the 2nd in the series of IAN Group’s VC fund, has led a USD $3 million funding round in Mojro, a SaaS platform for B2B logistics planning and optimization, with participation from 1Crowd and other existing investors. The new funding will support Mojro’s plans to
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How Traffic Enforcement Differs Between NCR Cities
Navigating the National Capital Region (NCR) often feels like driving through a single giant city, yet the transition between Delhi, Gurgaon, and Noida brings a significant shift in how road laws are monitored. For a daily commuter, crossing a border can mean moving from a highly automated camera network to
Fintech SaaS Startup Roopya raises ₹4 Crore in seed round led by Inflection Point Ventures
Roopya, a Saas-based startup, has raised ₹ 4 Crore in seed round led by Inflection Point Ventures.The capital infusion is set to accelerate the company’s mission of revolutionizing how financial institutions process credit through its superior no-code, AI-powered lending stack. The investment comes at a time when the Indian
KORA by Nilesh Mitesh Opens Its Third Store in Tamil Nadu at Anna Nagar, Chennai
KORA by Nilesh Chhadva and Mitesh Sumbad, the bridge to luxury Indian men's ethnic wear, is thrilled to announce the opening of its third store in Tamil Nadu at 2nd Avenue, Anna Nagar, Chennai on January 14, 2026. This new flagship store marks a significant milestone in the
Annapurna Finance Raises USD 100 Million through Syndicated Multi-Currency Social Loan Facility
Annapurna Finance Private Limited has secured a USD 100 million through syndicated multi-currency term loan facility, along with a USD 50 million greenshoe option. The facility, denominated in USD and JPY, marks a significant step in enhancing Annapurna Finance’s access to new currencies and international lenders, the facility structured
IAN Alpha Fund Co-Leads ₹70 Cr Series A Funding Round in Peptris
IAN Alpha Fund, the 2nd in the series of IAN Group’s VC funds, along with Speciale Invest, has co-led a ₹70 crore Series A funding round in Peptris, a Bengaluru-based AI-powered drug discovery company. The round also saw participation from Tenacity Ventures, BYT Ventures, and other investors. The investment
Fabless Semicon Startup Vervesemi raises $10 million in Series A round led by Ace investor Ashish Kacholia and Unicorn India Ventures
Fabless Semiconductor startup Vervesemi has raised $10 million in a series A round led by ace market investor Ashish Kacholia and Unicorn India Ventures. The round also saw participation from Roots Ventures, Caperize Fina and MAIQ Growth Scheme. Funds raised will be deployed in 3 key strategic areas. The Company
Exponent Energy launches a fintech and asset management venture, ‘Exponent One’, with financing veteran Sandeep Divakaran as Co-Founder and CEO
Exponent Energy, a Bengaluru-based energy-tech company, announced a 360-degree fintech and asset management business venture, Exponent One, aimed at addressing a key barrier to scaling commercial EV adoption: access to viable financing. Financing and mobility veteran Sandeep Divakaran will helm the new venture as Co-founder and CEO. Exponent Energy has
Navikenz Raises $7.5M in Seed Funding to Drive AI-Led Enterprise Productivity Transformation
Navikenz, an enterprise AI and data transformation company founded by Anjan Lahiri and Samit Deb, has raised USD 7.5 million in a Seed equity funding round. The round was led by Sekar PRC (former CEO, Hexaware), Sudip Nandy (former CEO, Aricent), along with Anjan Lahiri and Samit Deb, with
Artociti Raises ₹1 Crore on Shark Tank India to Transform India’s 3D Wall Art Market
Artociti, India’s leading mass-premium luxury 3D wall art and manufacturing brand, has raised ₹1 crore for a 7.5% equity stake at a valuation of ₹13.33 crore on Shark Tank India. The funding comes from renowned investors Namita Thapar, Executive Director of Emcure Pharmaceuticals, and Vineeta Singh, Co-founder