Ruchi Kumar 
India’s climate-tech and circular economy sector continues to attract investor interest as Recykal, a leading digital waste management platform, has raised ₹166 crore (approximately $18 million) in a Series D funding round led by Ajay Parekh, Vice Chairman of Pidilite Industries. The funding round also saw participation from existing investors, including 360 ONE, Strat Venture … Read more
Info-Tech Research Group has concluded its flagship Info-Tech LIVE 2026 conference in Las Vegas, bringing together thousands of CIOs, CISOs, CTOs, and senior technology executives to discuss one of the most pressing questions facing enterprises today: how to transform artificial intelligence investments into measurable business value. Held at the Bellagio from June 9–11, the conference … Read more
London-based investment firm Actis has sold shares worth approximately ₹151.6 crore in Indian fintech company Pine Labs through a market transaction, continuing the trend of stake sales by early investors following the expiration of the company’s post-IPO lock-in period. According to exchange data, Actis Pine Labs Investment Holdings offloaded 9.83 million shares at a price … Read more
Karo Sambhav, a Gurugram-based circular economy and recycling company, has raised ₹56 crore in a pre-Series A funding round led by Rainmatter by Zerodha. The fresh capital will be used to expand recycling infrastructure focused on recovering critical, precious, and high-value materials from electronic waste and other end-of-life products. The investment marks a significant milestone … Read more
US technology giant Meta is reportedly in discussions to invest in Indian fintech company CRED, a move that could significantly strengthen its position in India’s rapidly expanding digital payments and financial services ecosystem. According to reports, the discussions involve a potential transaction that could value Bengaluru-based CRED at approximately $4 billion (over ₹37,000 crore). While … Read more
Student mobility platform Crizac has invested approximately ₹1.25 crore in education technology company ForeignAdmits, acquiring a 37.41% stake in the company’s fully diluted share capital. The transaction has been structured through Compulsorily Convertible Debentures (CCDs) and Compulsorily Convertible Preference Shares (CCPS). The strategic investment is expected to strengthen Crizac’s capabilities across critical stages of the … Read more
Every day, millions of Indians order food, groceries, and products delivered in paper cups, takeaway boxes, and cardboard packaging. Most consumers assume these products are environmentally friendly simply because they are made of paper. The reality is often very different. Many paper cups and food containers contain hidden plastic linings, chemical coatings, and synthetic adhesives … Read more
Taiwan-based enterprise AI platform MaiAgent is showcasing its AI agent technology at VivaTech 2026 in Paris, positioning itself as a solution for organizations seeking to move beyond artificial intelligence pilot projects and deploy production-ready AI systems at scale. The company announced that its platform is helping enterprises accelerate AI transformation by eliminating the need to … Read more
Work management and productivity platform monday.com has announced the appointment of Chris Jordan as Regional Vice President for Southeast Asia and Country Manager for Singapore, while also naming Singapore as its second Asia-Pacific headquarters alongside Sydney. The strategic move underscores the company’s commitment to accelerating growth across Southeast Asia and strengthening its position in one … Read more
Mumbai-based music technology startup Tringbox has secured ₹5 crore in seed funding to accelerate the growth of its AI-powered in-store music intelligence platform designed for commercial venues. The funding round was led by Nikhil Gandhi through GIPL, with participation from MGB Family Office, Paytm Chief Business Officer Narendra Singh Yadav, and several angel investors through … Read more
CtrlS Datacenters Ltd. has announced a landmark strategic partnership with CPP Investments, one of the world’s largest institutional investors, to accelerate the expansion of hyperscale and AI-ready data center infrastructure across India. Under the agreement, CPP Investments will commit up to ₹7,000 crore to support CtrlS’ next phase of growth, reflecting increasing investor confidence in … Read more
Singapore-based climate venture builder and investment firm 100×100 has announced the launch of its second investment vehicle, Fund II, with a target corpus of US$100 million. The new fund will focus on creating and scaling 50 climate technology startups aimed at addressing some of the world’s most pressing emissions and sustainability challenges. The initiative reflects … Read more
Indian haircare startup Xtovia has secured ₹6.9 crore in pre-seed funding in a round led by V3 Ventures, with participation from Consumer Collective by Atrium and several angel investors. The fresh capital will support the company’s product innovation, intellectual property development, market expansion, and brand-building efforts. The funding comes as consumer demand for science-backed beauty … Read more
INFLUISH, an emerging creator economy platform focused on helping content creators grow, learn, and monetise their audiences, has secured pre-seed funding from a group of angel investors at a valuation of ₹25 crore. The funding round saw participation from notable investors including Pankaj Vermani, Jeetendra Tewani, and Sachin Harneja. While the company has not disclosed … Read more
Tata Group-owned quick commerce and online grocery platform BigBasket has announced the appointment of former Amazon executive Amit Nanda as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), marking a significant leadership transition as the company intensifies its focus on growth, innovation, and competition in India’s fast-evolving quick commerce sector. Nanda succeeds Hari Menon, one of BigBasket’s … Read more
While millions of Indian gig drivers absorb commissions of up to 40% per ride, a Salem-based startup backed by Tamil Nadu’s taxi unions is betting that the real disruption in ride-hailing isn’t a better app — it’s a fairer business model. For the better part of a decade, India’s ride-hailing economy has run on a … Read more
OpenAI has unveiled a new Partner Network aimed at accelerating enterprise adoption of artificial intelligence by building a global ecosystem of certified consultants and implementation specialists. The initiative is designed to help businesses deploy AI solutions more effectively and scale their use of OpenAI’s technologies across operations, products, and customer experiences. The company plans to … Read more
The Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) and Microsoft have signed a strategic agreement to deepen collaboration on artificial intelligence (AI) safety, security, and responsible AI development, reinforcing Singapore’s position as a global leader in trusted AI governance. The partnership aims to support the safe, secure, and ethical deployment of advanced AI technologies through joint research, … Read more
Indian wealth management startup CREST has secured $3.1 million in pre-seed funding from a group of leading venture capital firms and angel investors, as it looks to strengthen its position in the rapidly growing family office and asset management market. The funding round was led by BEENEXT, Sparrow, Shastra VC, DeVC, Warmup Ventures, Atrium Ventures, … Read more
Indian clean-label nutrition brand TruNativ has secured $30 million (approximately ₹290 crore) in a Series B funding round led by global healthcare investor OrbiMed. The funding round includes a combination of fresh capital infusion and partial exits by some of the company’s early investors. The latest investment will support TruNativ’s growth strategy as it seeks … Read more
