UIDAI’s New Aadhaar App Explained: Features, Setup & How It Works

UIDAI launched a new Aadhaar app with features such as face authentication, QR scanning, multi-profile access, and also records all your...

Ather Overtakes Ola Electric in Revenue Race, Marks Major Milestone in FY25

For the first time, Ather Energy Ltd's overall revenue—which includes interest on investments—surpassed that of Ola Electric Mobility Ltd., a cross-town rival managed by Bhavish Aggarwal and currently fighting for market dominance. Bengaluru-based Ather Energy reported INR 941 crore in total sales from July to September,

Adani Group Enters Battery Energy Storage with 1,126 MW Project in India

One of the biggest single-location BESS deployments in the world and the largest in India, the Adani Group announced on November 11th its strategic entry into the Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) industry with a groundbreaking 1126 MW / 3530 MWh project. By March 2026, the project—which includes more than

Paramount Cuts 1,600 Jobs Amid Leadership Overhaul Led by David Ellison

After combining his production company, Skydance Media, with Paramount in August in an $8-billion deal that removed the Redstone family from the entertainment industry, David Ellison, the chairman and CEO of Paramount, spoke directly to Wall Street for the first time on the conference call with analysts on November 10.

HDFC Mutual Fund Launches HDFC BSE India Sector Leaders Index Fund to Track Top Companies Across Sectors

HDFC Asset Management Company Limited (HDFC AMC), Investment Manager to HDFC Mutual Fund, has announced the launch of the HDFC BSE India Sector Leaders Index Fund, an open-ended scheme replicating the BSE India Sector Leaders Index (TRI). The New Fund Offer (NFO) opens on 7th November 2025 and closes on

QuickShift Raises ₹22 Crore in Pre-Series A Round Led by Atomic Capital to Strengthen AI-Led Fulfilment Platform

* Round also saw participation from Axilor Ventures and other investors  * Funds will be used to develop an AI-first platform, strengthen teams, enhance omnichannel programs, and expand operations across North and South India. * QuickShift is a fulfilment and supply chain technology company enabling new-age, enterprise, and SMB brands to manage their

IFC Commits $60 Million to Everstone Capital’s New Fund to Back Mid-Market Growth in India and Southeast Asia

Everstone Capital has announced a fresh investment agreement with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), further deepening their long-standing partnership. The move reinforces IFC’s continued confidence in Everstone’s investment strategy and its track record of scaling high-quality businesses across India and Southeast Asia. Under the agreement, IFC has committed

CarTrade to Acquire CarDekho in $1.2 Billion Deal, Creating India’s Largest Auto-Tech Platform

According to various media reports, CarTrade Tech is planning to buy CarDekho (Girnar Software Pvt. Ltd.) in a significant consolidation move in India's online car industry. The sale is in early stages and is anticipated to be structured as a cash-and-stock transaction, according to a report by CNBC-TV18.

Physics Wallah Raises INR 1,563 Crore from Anchor Investors Before IPO Launch

Physics Wallah, an edtech unicorn, announced on 10 November that it has secured INR 1,563 crore from anchor investors, one day before its initial public offering (IPO) opened. This will be the nation's first significant pure-play edtech company to list on an initial public offering (IPO). A

Daily Indian Funding Roundup & Key News – 10th November 2025: The Kenko Life Raises Seed Round, InsightAI Secures Pre-Seed Funding, Gameskraft Layoffs & More

India’s startup landscape on 10th November 2025 saw a blend of funding announcements and major developments. Health-tech and compliance-driven ventures attracted investor attention, while the gaming sector faced regulatory headwinds. From Rainmatter backing The Kenko Life’s nutrition-focused expansion to PedalStart supporting InsightAI’s AI-driven compliance solutions—and Gameskraft

Gameskraft Lays Off Over 400 Employees as Part of Organisational Restructuring

As part of an administrative restructuring across many teams and tasks, real-money gambling startup Gameskraft laid off almost 400 people, up from about 120 previously, the company told Moneycontrol. These layoffs occur as the Bengaluru-based business struggles to deal with the effects of the government's recent online gaming

SEBI Warns Investors Against Unregulated ‘Digital Gold’ Investments

A public notice alerting investors against digital gold, or e-gold, products offered by several online platforms has been released by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). The regulator clarified that although certain gold investment choices fall under its purview, a large number of digital gold products are not

Capillary Technologies' IPO Opens Nov 14 After Issue Size Revision

Capillary Technologies has submitted the red herring prospectus (RHP) for its initial public offering (IPO), which includes an offer for sale (OFS) of up to 92.29 lakh shares and a fresh issue of up to INR 345 Cr. Bidding for the IPO will begin on November 14 and end

Ola Electric Denies Tech Leak Claims, Reinforces Focus on Indigenous Battery Innovation

In reaction to recent media accusations claiming a technological breach involving a former LG Energy Solution official, Ola Electric Mobility Ltd. has released an explanation. Declaring that the claimed pouch cell technology is neither a priority of its research nor a component of its business strategy, the corporation rejected the

Salesforce to Boost Investments and Expand Operations in India, Confirms AK Parameswaran

According to its Executive Vice President and MD (South Asia), Arun Kumar Parameswaran, the US-based IT company Salesforce, which has seen a multi-fold increase in both business and investment, will keep investing and expanding in India because the nation has the proper talent pool. With its initial centre of excellence

NCLT Approves Merger of Suzuki Motor Gujarat With Maruti Suzuki to Streamline Operations

The amalgamation plan, which combines Suzuki Motor Gujarat with its parent company, Maruti Suzuki India, the biggest automaker in the nation, has been authorised by the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT). The joint petition filed by Suzuki Motor Gujarat Pvt Ltd (transferor company) and Maruti Suzuki India Ltd (transferee company)

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Hit by INR 2.16 Crore Cyber Fraud After Hackers Spoof Executive Email

According to a Moneycontrol report citing a formal complaint submitted to the Bengaluru City Cyber Crime Police on November 5, Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd reportedly lost INR 2.16 crore in a cyber fraud in which hackers stole money by posing as a Group Pharmaceuticals executive. Mahesh Babu

WhatsApp Tests New ‘Strict Account Settings’ Feature to Enhance User Protection Against Cyberattacks

According to reports, WhatsApp is getting ready to launch a new security feature that would provide extra defence for users who might be more vulnerable to hacking or targeted cyberattacks. The most recent WhatsApp beta for iOS on TestFlight has a new feature named "Strict account settings", which

OpenAI’s Sam Altman Calls on U.S. to Expand Chips Act Tax Credits to Boost AI Innovation

As the nation steps up attempts to establish itself as a global leader in artificial intelligence, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman reiterated the company's request on 7 November for the United States to increase eligibility for a Chips Act tax credit. Altman's statement comes after Chris Lehane,

Pfizer Secures $10 Billion Metsera Acquisition After Intense Bidding War With Novo Nordisk

In a $10 billion agreement, Pfizer Inc. has agreed to buy Metsera Inc., a weight-loss medication firm. This purchase comes after a heated bidding war with Novo Nordisk A/S, a rival pharmaceutical business. According to Bloomberg, this disclosure places Pfizer in a strong position to win the startup'

Daily Indian Funding Roundup & Key News – 7th November 2025: Miko Raises $10.5 Mn, Pine Labs Secures ₹1,754 Cr, Lenskart’s GMP Drops 70% & More

India’s startup ecosystem witnessed a mix of funding activity and market developments on 7th November 2025. Robotics startup Miko secured fresh capital from global media giant iHeartMedia, while fintech major Pine Labs raised significant anchor investments ahead of its IPO. Meanwhile, eyewear brand Lenskart made headlines as its grey

Android Auto Gets Smarter as Google Launches Gemini AI With Live Assistance

Google said during the 2025 Google I/O conference that their Gemini assistant will be coming to Android Auto. A 9to5Google story claims that the rollout has subtly started for a few beta users, which is the first indication that Gemini will eventually replace Google Assistant in automobiles. Users of

China’s Exports Fall to Lowest Level Since February Amid Global Trade Slowdown

China's exports unexpectedly fell in October as purchasers waited to see how a tumultuous month in US-China trade relations would unfold and as foreign orders tapered off after months of front-loading to avoid President Donald Trump's tariffs. According to Customs statistics released on November 7, outbound

Swiggy Board Approves INR 10,000 Crore Fundraising Plan to Tackle Growing Competition

The food delivery service Swiggy, based in Bengaluru, said on November 7 that its board had authorised the funding of up to INR 10,000 crore through private or public offers, including qualified institutions placement (QIP) or other acceptable methods. Subject to regulatory and shareholder clearances, the business stated in