Daily Indian Funding Roundup and Key News - 9th April 2026: Nava Raises $22 Million, Pluckk Bags ₹100 Crore & More
Indian startups on April 9, 2026, saw strong funding momentum led by Nava’s $22M raise, Pluckk’s ₹100 Cr funding, and Astranova Mobility’s ₹60 Cr round, alongside key updates from Zerodha, Delhivery, and Honasa.
India’s startup ecosystem remained active on 9th April 2026, with funding flowing into AI infrastructure, EV financing, logistics, and consumer brands. The day was led by Nava’s $22 million Series A round, while Pluckk and Astranova Mobility secured significant capital to scale operations. Early-stage activity also continued with DAAKit raising fresh funds, highlighting sustained investor interest across sectors.
Daily Indian Funding Roundup - 9th April 2026
| COMPANY | AMOUNT | ROUND | LEAD INVESTOR(S) | SECTOR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAAKit | $138K | Pre-seed | Inflection Point Ventures | Logistics / Last-mile fulfillment |
| Nava | $22M | Series A | Greenoaks Capital | AI / Cloud infrastructure |
| Pluckk | ₹100 Cr | Growth / Undisclosed | Euro Gulf Investment | D2C / Fresh produce |
| Astranova Mobility | ₹60 Cr | Series A | IvyCap Ventures | EV financing / Mobility |
DAAKit Raises $138K in Pre-Seed Round Led by Inflection Point Ventures
Hyperlocal logistics and last-mile fulfilment startup, DAAKit, has raised $138,000 in a pre-seed funding round led by Inflection Point Ventures.
The startup focuses on improving delivery efficiency for businesses through optimised logistics solutions. The funding will support early-stage expansion, product development, and operational scaling.
Nava Raises $22 Million in Series A Round Led by Greenoaks Capital
Enterprise AI startup Nava has raised $22 million in a Series A fundingthe round led by Greenoaks Capital, with participation from RTP Global and Unicorn India Ventures.
The company is pivoting toward building a full-stack AI cloud infrastructure platform and plans to expand across the Asia-Pacific region. The funding will help strengthen its product capabilities and scale its AI infrastructure offerings globally.
Pluckk Raises ₹100 Crore from Euro Gulf Investment
D2C fresh produce platform Pluckk has raised ₹100 crore from Euro Gulf Investment.
The funding is expected to support expansion into new markets, strengthen supply chain capabilities, and enhance product offerings. The investment highlights growing interest in organised fresh produce and farm-to-consumer platforms in India.
Astranova Mobility Raises ₹60 Crore in Series A Led by IvyCap Ventures
EV financing platform Astranova Mobility has secured ₹60 crore in a Series A round led by IvyCap Ventures, with participation from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Trucks VC.
The company aims to use the funds to expand its footprint in commercial EV financing and accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles in logistics and freight sectors.
Key Business News for 9th April 2026
Zerodha Rolls Out Fixed Deposits on Coin App
Zerodha has introduced fixed deposit (FD) investment options on its Coin platform, expanding its offerings beyond mutual funds and long-term investments.
The move allows users to invest in fixed-income products digitally, reinforcing Zerodha’s strategy to offer low-risk, long-term financial instruments alongside market-linked investments.
Nexus Venture Partners Offloads ₹530 Crore Stake in Delhivery
Nexus Venture Partners has sold a 1.6% stake in logistics firm Delhivery for approximately ₹530 crore through block deals.
The stake was acquired by multiple institutional investors, including BNP Paribas, SBI Mutual Fund, and Nippon India MF, signalling continued institutional interest in listed new-age tech companies.
Honasa Projects Strong Growth; Shares Surge
Honasa Consumer, the parent company of Mamaearth, has projected early 20% revenue growth for Q4 FY26, boosting investor sentiment.
Following the announcement, the company’s shares witnessed a notable uptick, reflecting confidence in its growth trajectory and D2C brand portfolio.
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