Daily Indian Funding Roundup & Key News – 20th November 2025: Tractor Junction Raises $22 Mn, Pidge Secures INR 120 Cr, PhysicsWallah IPO Soars & More
Stay updated with the latest developments in India’s startup and business ecosystem. The 20th November 2025 roundup captures major funding announcements across agri-tech, fintech, logistics, AI, and emerging tech, alongside key business updates from leading platforms like Zomato and Zepto. Highlights include Agraga raising INR 100 Cr to strengthen its agri-tech offerings, Luma AI securing $900 Mn to build a massive AI-powered energy supercluster, and innovative initiatives by Zomato and Zepto aimed at enhancing customer engagement and premium services.
Daily Indian Funding Roundup - 20th November 2025
| Company | Amount | Round | Lead investor(s) | Sector |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agraga | INR 100 Cr | Pre-Series B | Bajaj Finserv Group | Agri-tech |
| Agrostar | $30 Mn | Funding round | Just Climate | Agri-tech / Farm inputs |
| Thimblerr | $1.4 Mn | Funding round | Inflection Point Ventures | Logistics / Tech |
| Ctrlb | $2.5 Mn | Seed round | Chiratae Ventures | Fintech / Business software |
| Kaaj | $3.8 Mn | Funding round | Kindred Ventures | Fintech |
| Luma AI | $900 Mn | Series C | Humain & Partners | AI / Energy & Tech |
Agraga raises INR 100 Cr in Pre-Series B led by Bajaj Finserv Group
Agraga, an Indian agri-tech startup, has raised INR 100 Cr in a Pre-Series B round led by Bajaj Finserv Group. The platform connects farmers with high-quality agri-inputs and financial services, offering technology-enabled solutions to improve yield and income. This funding will help Agraga scale its operations across multiple regions, expand product offerings, and strengthen its technology infrastructure to support real-time advisory and supply chain services. The move marks a significant step in enhancing farmer accessibility to modern agricultural tools and finance.
Agrostar raises $30 Mn led by Just Climate
Agrostar has secured $30 Mn in funding led by Just Climate to expand its digital farm solutions for farmers in India. The platform provides agri-inputs, expert advisory, and digital tools to help farmers increase productivity and manage crop risks effectively. With this round, Agrostar plans to accelerate product development, strengthen regional presence, and implement strategic initiatives aimed at reaching small and marginal farmers with affordable, quality agricultural solutions.
Thimblerr raises $1.4 Mn led by Inflection Point Ventures
Thimblerr, a logistics-tech startup, has raised $1.4 Mn in funding led by Inflection Point Ventures. The company delivers technology-driven supply chain solutions that enable businesses to optimize deliveries, track shipments, and reduce operational costs. The funding will help Thimblerr scale its tech platform, expand its logistics network to new regions, and onboard additional clients, ensuring faster, more reliable, and cost-effective logistics services for businesses.
Ctrlb raises $2.5 Mn in Seed round led by Chiratae Ventures
Ctrlb, a fintech startup, has raised $2.5 Mn in a seed round led by Chiratae Ventures. The platform offers digital financial solutions to SMEs, including credit management, expense tracking, and payments automation. The capital infusion will accelerate product innovation, enhance digital infrastructure, and expand the team to meet rising demand for seamless business financial management tools across sectors.
Kaaj raises $3.8 Mn led by Kindred Ventures
Kaaj has raised $38 Mn in funding led by Kindred Ventures to expand its fintech platform. Focusing on digital lending, payments, and financial services for underserved businesses and individuals, Kaaj aims to leverage AI-driven credit scoring models, broaden market reach, and introduce new financial products. The funding will support technology upgrades, operational scaling, and strategic partnerships to strengthen its position in the fintech ecosystem.
Luma AI raises $900 Mn Series C led by Humain & Partners
Luma AI has raised $900 Mn in Series C funding led by Humain & Partners to construct a 2-gigawatt AI supercluster in Saudi Arabia. The platform integrates artificial intelligence and energy infrastructure to optimize power generation, distribution, and usage. The capital will fund the supercluster’s construction, support R&D in AI-driven energy solutions, and drive global expansion, enabling industries to achieve higher efficiency, sustainability, and innovation in energy management.
Key Business News for 20th November 2025
Zomato will now share customer information with restaurants
Zomato is allowing customers to opt in to share their phone numbers with restaurants after orders. The move aims to help restaurants improve marketing, understand ordering patterns, and build customer relationships while keeping data sharing strictly consent-based.
Zepto tests Super Mall for premium orders
Zepto is piloting Super Mall, a section for premium and luxury items like electronics, fashion, and home décor. Alongside, it’s launching Zepto Diagnostics for at-home lab tests, with faster delivery and reduced fees to boost adoption.
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