According to multiple media outlets, ixigo has authorised the purchase of a 60% interest in Online Travel Solutions, a company established in Spain. This sale will mark ixigo's first significant international expansion. The binding agreements for the transaction, estimated at €11.70 million (more than INR 125 crore)
MeMeraki, India’s largest culture-tech platform building technology-led market access for traditional Indian arts and crafts, has secured a ₹1 crore investment from four Sharks on Shark Tank India. The deal saw participation from Varun Alagh, Namita Thapar, Kunal Bahl, and Viraj Bahl, marking one of the show’s rare
The Indian startup ecosystem saw a mix of funding across cleantech, regtech, consumer brands, quick-service restaurants, and mobility manufacturing on 13 Feb 2026. IDfy led the day with a substantial ₹476 crore capital raise to expand its trust and compliance stack globally, while EverBrands secured $15 million to bolster its
Gold and silver prices in India ended the trading day on a steady note amid early rebound attempts on MCX, influenced by softer global cues and a marginally weaker US dollar. Retail rates for both metals remained largely unchanged across major cities by evening, reflecting consolidation after recent volatility. The
In a statement released on 13 February, Apple announced that its sixth store will be opening in Borivali, Mumbai. During the unveiling of the barricades for the forthcoming Apple store in India, the iPhone maker made the announcement. In April 2023, Apple debuted its first store in Mumbai and a
By 2026, IBM hopes to have tripled its entry-level workforce in the US. In response to rising fears that AI would reduce demand for entry-level positions, the corporation is taking a stand. Nickle LaMoreaux, CHRO of IBM, made the hiring news during the recent Leading with AI Summit hosted by
The joint venture between Telstra and Accenture Data and AI has suggested reducing approximately 209 jobs. The year-old cooperation aims to increase cost efficiency and streamline service. Hence, some functions are being abolished and others moved to India, according to media sources. Telstra established this seven-year joint venture in January
IAN Group, the country’s single largest early-stage investment platform, has led a ₹27.4 crore seed round in e-TRNL Energy, a cleantech startup pioneering next-generation battery cell technology, through its 2nd VC Fund, IAN Alpha Fund. The round saw participation from Navam Capital, Speciale Invest, and other investors. Founded
After a one-year delay since its last increment cycle in September 2024, Wipro will finally start giving out pay rises to staff on March 1, 2026. The corporation has not revealed the exact percentage rise, but the decision was conveyed internally to staff. Various media reports went on to say
In a world where digital interaction is exploding, so is the threat of fraud. With global fraud losses soaring past $ 1 trillion annually, the need for a trusted & secure privacy-first digital world has never been more critical. Answering this call to action, IDfy, the pioneering TrustStack platform, today announced
The new fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) factory that Dabur India is building in Tindivanam, Tamil Nadu, was officially inaugurated on 12 February. Located in the Tamil Nadu town of Tindivanam, the Tindivanam plant will mark Dabur's entry into the southern Indian market. In a press release, the company
USV Pharma has entered a major deal to acquire a 79% stake in Wellbeing Nutrition, one of India’s fastest-growing direct-to-consumer (D2C) supplement brands. The all-cash transaction values the company at INR 1,583 crore and marks one of the largest exits in the health and wellness startup space to
The Indian startup landscape saw diverse funding across grocery tech, deep tech, sustainable materials, electronics manufacturing, and sleep and dining technologies on 12 Feb 2026. Elixiir Foods raised a $9 million seed round to build a destination-led tech-driven grocery platform, while Indigrid Technology attracted ₹40 crore in Series A funding
Retail gold prices in India closed marginally lower on February 12, 2026, while silver dipped modestly amid subdued global cues and local profit-taking. Domestic rates reflected a cautious trading day, influenced by a steady USD-INR exchange rate near ₹83.50 and softer equity benchmarks. Safe-haven demand provided some floor, but
In order to increase the capacity of its cloud infrastructure, Oracle intends to raise $45 billion to $50 billion in calendar year 2026. Both AI workloads and enterprise HR technology are profoundly affected by this change. The firm said to investors that the funding, which was authorised by the board,
As part of its merger with Credit Suisse, UBS intends to lose a comparable number of positions in Switzerland. However, it also intends to hire as many as 3,000 people in India. On 11 February, the Swiss lender announced plans to increase its presence in Hyderabad by adding 2,
Google has provided some employees in its business unit with voluntary exit packages (VEPs) in light of the continuing wave of layoffs in the IT industry. A severance payout is available to some teams within the global business organisation (GBO) if they choose to voluntarily quit the company, according to
Tech giant Google has begun offering voluntary exit packages to some employees as part of a major shift towards an artificial intelligence (AI)-led future. The move, announced through an internal memo this week, signals how the company is reshaping its workforce to align more closely with rapid changes in
Nearly a year after JPMorgan Chase enforced a strict five-day office attendance policy, some employees are still pushing back, with an online petition opposing the rule continuing to attract signatures. The petition, addressed to CEO Jamie Dimon, calls for hybrid work options to return, even as many staff fear public
Heliware, a deep-tech startup delivering advanced geospatial intelligence and 3D analytics has raised ₹4.5 Crore in a bridge round led by Inflection Point Ventures. The funds will support international market expansion through strategic partnerships, talent acquisition, and operational setup across key global geographies, while strengthening working capital for ongoing
When Fig Living began its journey, the intent was simple: to create thoughtfully designed lighting that people would want to live with every day. What followed over the next year was not a loud launch or a blitz of campaigns, but steady momentum driven by how the products were being
Headquartered in NCR, Elixiir Foods has raised a $9 million seed round led by 3one4 Capital with participation from Incubate Fund Asia to build an omnichannel, technology-driven food platform focused on becoming the most trusted source for fresh, wholesome (organic, natural, pesticide- and antibiotic-free, minimally processed) and gourmet food. The
SteamPRO, India’s first bath-tech company, has raised ₹3.8 crore in seed funding in a round co-led by Anicut Capital, Zeropearl VC, D2C Insider Super Angels and Atrium Ventures, with participation from other strategic angel investors. The capital will be deployed to expand in-house manufacturing capacity, scale national service
February 11, 2026, witnessed significant activity in the Indian startup ecosystem, with several companies securing fresh capital and key business developments unfolding. Fintech, AgriTech, homeware, and medical robotics sectors saw notable funding rounds, highlighting investor confidence in diverse innovative ventures. Among the major highlights, fintech startup Olyv successfully raised $23