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ENN · Entrepreneur News Network AY Report by Ankitt Y April 13–18, 2026 · 15 deals tracked · 8 min read $60.4M Total Raised 15 Deals Closed −83% WoW Change $23M AI Sector Total Between April 13 and 18, 2026, Indian startups closed 15 funding deals worth a combined $60.4 million — a … Read more
Honeywell has appointed Amit Tantia as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for Asia-Pacific and India for its Process Automation business, effective March 2026. Based in Pune, Tantia will lead financial planning, reporting, and operations across the APAC region and India, supporting business growth while ensuring strong financial governance. Strategic Role in Driving Regional Growth The Process … Read more
<body Entrepreneur News Network · India’s Startup & Business Intelligence Weekly Funding Roundup April 13–18, 2026 · ENN Desk · 6 min read $60.4M India This Week 15 India Deals 10 APAC Deals $120M+ APAC Total The venture capital landscape across Asia-Pacific and India remained an active arena this week, with capital flowing into … Read more
Hocco Ice Cream has secured ₹100 crore in fresh funding led by Sauce VC, taking the company’s valuation to approximately ₹2,500 crore. With this round, Hocco’s total funding now stands at करीब ₹450 crore, as the brand continues its rapid expansion in India’s growing ice cream and frozen dessert market. Strong Growth and Expansion Plans … Read more
Artificial Intelligence is no longer a niche skill—it’s becoming the foundation of every modern career. Whether you’re in marketing, finance, tech, or even content creation, understanding AI is quickly turning into a must-have advantage. The good news? You don’t need to spend lakhs on courses.MIT Open Learning offers world-class AI courses—many completely free. Here’s a … Read more
E EntrepreneurNews Network Special Report Asia Pacific · Family Capital The Quiet Billionaires Fueling Asia’s Startup Boom Behind the region’s most audacious startups is a new class of investor — the founder-led family office. Patient, private, and increasingly powerful, they are quietly rewriting the rules of venture capital across Asia Pacific. April 2026 · … Read more
AEON360 has entered into a long-term strategic partnership with Google Cloud to develop a next-generation “continuous commerce” ecosystem, aimed at delivering seamless and personalized customer experiences across retail, finance, and lifestyle services. The collaboration marks a significant step in AEON360’s digital transformation strategy across Southeast Asia. What is “Continuous Commerce”? The concept of continuous commerce … Read more
Aliste Technologies has secured ₹30 crore in a Pre-Series A funding round, comprising a mix of equity and debt. The round was led by Big Global JSC, with participation from existing investor YourNest Venture Capital and manufacturing partner HBeon Labs. The fresh capital will be used to accelerate R&D in energy-focused solutions, strengthen distribution, and … Read more
Global investment giant Vanguard is significantly expanding its presence in India, signaling a strategic shift toward in-house technology development and AI-driven innovation. After launching its first India-based Global Capability Center (GCC) in Hyderabad in late 2025, the company has already onboarded over 550 professionals and is aiming to reach 1,000 employees by the end of … Read more
India, April 16, 2025: Agrizy has elevated Markish Arun to Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer (CTO), reinforcing its commitment to building a technology-first foundation for the global food and wellness industry. The move formally recognizes Markish’s four-plus years of founder-level contribution and positions him to lead Agrizy’s next phase of growth driven by AI-powered infrastructure … Read more
New Delhi, April 16, 2026: Mobec Innovations has announced the elevation of Gautam Singh and Satybrat Shukla as Co-Founders, joining Founder & CEO Harry Bajaj in leading the company’s next phase of growth. The leadership expansion reflects Mobec’s strategic focus on advancing mobile EV charging solutions, lithium-ion battery recycling, and next-generation energy storage systems in … Read more
AI voice technology startup Phonely has secured $16 million in Series A funding, led by Base10 Partners, with participation from Y Combinator and other investors. With this round, the company’s total funding now stands at $19 million, signaling strong investor confidence in AI-driven customer communication. Customers Turn Investors, Signaling Strong Market Trust In a notable … Read more
Vietnam’s agritech ecosystem continues to attract global capital, as TechCoop’s subsidiary Farmnet Company Ltd. has successfully secured a $11.75 million loan from Symbiotics. The funding is aimed at strengthening agricultural supply chain operations across the country. This development marks a significant milestone for TechCoop, as it is the first instance of a Vietnam-registered TechCoop entity … Read more
AI research company Anthropic has appointed Vas Narasimhan, CEO of Novartis, to its Board of Directors. The appointment was made by the Anthropic Long-Term Benefit Trust, further reinforcing the company’s focus on responsible and ethical AI development. With this addition, Trust-appointed directors now hold a majority on Anthropic’s board, reflecting the organization’s commitment to long-term … Read more
India’s proptech ecosystem is witnessing fresh momentum as Helium, a fast-growing residential rental platform, has raised ₹5 crore in an angel funding round backed by some of the country’s leading startup founders and operators. The round saw participation from prominent names including Albinder Dhindsa, Kunal Shah, Pankaj Chaddah, Mohit Gupta, Akriti Chopra, Gunjan Patidar, and … Read more
Preventive healthcare startup Ivory has raised $1 million in fresh funding from Draper Associates and SAGE Venture Fund, signaling growing investor interest in cognitive health and early diagnosis solutions. The funding round was also supported by India’s Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment as a startup selection partner, and managed by IFCI Venture along with … Read more
Gurugram-based AI startup GobbleCube has raised $15 million in a Series A funding round led by Susquehanna Venture Capital, with participation from existing investors InfoEdge Ventures and Kae Capital. The fresh capital will be used to accelerate product development, enhance AI capabilities, and expand the team, as the company strengthens its go-to-market strategy. Building an … Read more
Indonesian supply chain startup Baskit has raised $4.4 million in the first tranche of its Series A funding round, led by Cento Ventures, with participation from Kaya Founders, Analog Ventures, and Orvel Ventures. In addition to equity funding, the company has secured a $3 million revolving credit facility from HSBC Innovation Banking, bringing its total … Read more
AI-driven hiring and verification startup TraqCheck has raised $8 million in a Series A funding round led by IvyCap Ventures, with participation from IIFL. The fresh capital will be used to accelerate the company’s global expansion, particularly in Europe, while strengthening its AI-powered hiring and verification solutions. Focus on Global Expansion and Product Growth TraqCheck … Read more
Tuesday, April 15, 2026 | Opinion & Analysis NewsletterAdvertiseAbout ENN Entrepreneur News Network Startups Funding Opinion Logistics D2C India Subscribe Opinion Logistics Supply Chain Tier-2 & Tier-3 MSMEs Umang Shukla Co-founder & CEO, Edgistify Entrepreneur News Network · Opinion April 15, 2026 8 min read 65%India’s consumption outside top 8 metros 35,000 kmNew highway corridors … Read more
