Daily Indian Funding Roundup & Key News - 6 Feb 2026: Wholeleaf Raises $166K, House of EM5 Secures Angel Funding & More

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06 Feb 2026 — 3 min read

Daily Indian Funding Roundup & Key News - 6 Feb 2026

Startup funding activity in India on 6 February 2026 featured notable traction in consumer wellness, beauty tech, and artisanal goods. Delhi‑based wellness startup Wholeleaf clinched a ₹1.5 crore investment deal on Shark Tank India, while celebrity‑backed beauty tech brand House of EM5 closed an angel funding round. Assam’s KUHI BATH received a government grant to support its natural personal care products. Key business developments today included Zappfresh’s frozen snacks launch, RBI proposals for cyber‑fraud compensation, and PhysicsWallah’s expansion into the wellness sector.

Daily Indian Funding Roundup - February 6, 2026

Company	Amount	Round	Lead Investor(s)	Sector
Wholeleaf	₹1.5 Cr (~$166K)	Angel	Aman Gupta, Namita Thapar, Kanika Tekriwal	Retail > Cannabis‑Wellness
House of EM5	Undisclosed	Angel	Suryakumar Yadav	Retail > Beauty Tech
KUHI BATH	$11.1K	Grant	Government of Assam	Consumer Goods > Beauty & Personal Care

Wholeleaf Secures ₹1.5 Cr Deal on Shark Tank India

Wholeleaf, a wellness startup from Delhi focused on science‑backed CBD and medical hemp‑based pain relief products, secured a ₹1.5 crore investment as part of a Shark Tank India Season 5 deal. Investors Aman Gupta, Namita Thapar and Kanika Tekriwal jointly picked up a stake in the company on the show, validating demand for regulated cannabis wellness solutions in India. The funding is expected to support digital reach, product portfolio expansion, customer education and broader market penetration. Wholeleaf’s formulations aim to offer safe, natural alternatives for chronic and neuropathic pain management while building consumer trust in CBD‑based health products.

House of EM5 Secures Angel Funding

Madhya Pradesh-based House of EM5, an online personal care and fragrance brand founded in 2022, received undisclosed angel funding from cricket star Suryakumar Yadav. The funds will support product development, marketing initiatives, and operational expansion. The startup leverages technology-driven retail solutions to personalise beauty and fragrance experiences for customers.

KUHI BATH Receives Government Grant

Assam-based KUHI BATH, a retailer of handmade natural and organic bathing soaps, received a grant of $11.1K from the Government of Assam. The funding aims to support product innovation, sustainable manufacturing practices, and regional market penetration. KUHI BATH emphasises eco-friendly, artisanal beauty products using locally sourced ingredients.

Key Business News for 6 Feb 2026

Anthropic Upgrades Claude Opus AI Model

Anthropic, an AI startup, upgraded its Claude Opus model to enhance agentic AI coding skills. The improved AI model focuses on advanced code generation, problem-solving, and developer productivity. Analysts expect the upgrade to strengthen Anthropic’s position in enterprise AI solutions and accelerate adoption among developers.

Zappfresh Ventures Into Frozen Veg Snacks

Indian fresh meat and food brand Zappfresh entered the frozen vegetable snack segment with a committed investment of INR 10 crore. The company aims to diversify its product portfolio and leverage growing consumer demand for convenient, healthy snacks. The move also positions Zappfresh competitively in India’s ready-to-eat food sector.

RBI Proposes ₹25,000 Compensation for Cyber-Fraud Victims

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) proposed a compensation framework of up to ₹25,000 for victims of digital banking fraud. The initiative seeks to enhance consumer protection, strengthen trust in digital banking, and reduce financial losses from cybercrime. The new norms are expected to be rolled out for both banks and fintech platforms.

PhysicsWallah Expands into Yoga & Wellness

Edtech giant PhysicsWallah invested in Kamya Yoga & Wellness, marking its entry into the wellness sector. The acquisition allows PhysicsWallah to integrate wellness programs, including yoga and mindfulness, into its existing educational offerings. The strategic move aligns with the growing trend of holistic learning and student well-being initiatives in India.