India – SolarSquare, a leading residential rooftop solar startup, has raised $40 million in a Series B funding round led by Lightspeed and Lightrock, with participation from existing investors including Elevation Capital, Chris Sacca’s Lowercarbon, Nithin Kamath’s Rainmatter, and Gruhas Proptech. The funds will be directed toward expanding operations, hiring top talent, enhancing technology, and … Read more
Mumbai, India – Rebel Foods, the operator behind popular cloud kitchen brands such as Behrouz Biryani, Faasos, and Oven Story Pizza, has raised $210 million in its latest funding round. The investment, led by Singapore’s sovereign fund Temasek, includes a mix of primary and secondary transactions. Rebel Foods’ valuation remains steady at $1.4 billion, the … Read more
Shubham Housing Development Finance Company Limited (Shubham), a leading player in affordable housing finance, has achieved a major funding milestone, raising over INR 1,000 crore in a round led by Multiples Private Equity. The investment marks a new chapter for Shubham as it strengthens its position in India’s financial services sector and expands its reach … Read more
The Birla Institute of Management Technology (BIMTECH), a leading business school in India, is making significant strides in fostering start-up innovation and entrepreneurship through the SAMRIDH program. This initiative, launched by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), aims to nurture early-stage ventures and drive economic growth. Under this program, AIC-BIMTECH has supported eight … Read more
India, December 2024 – Culture Circle, India’s premier marketplace for sneakers, streetwear, and luxury fashion, has raised $2 million in a seed funding round led by Info Edge Ventures, with participation from angel investors. This funding will propel the platform’s growth and support its expansion into global markets. Known for offering the largest selection of … Read more
Singapore, December 2024 – CarDekho SEA, the international business arm of CarDekho Group, has successfully raised $60 million in its first external funding round. The investment was led by prominent growth and private equity investors Navis Capital Partners and Dragon Fund. With this latest round, the company’s total funding has crossed the $100 million milestone. … Read more
East Ocyon Bio, a pioneering allogeneic cell and gene therapy (CGT) startup, has successfully closed its $4.2 million Seed funding round, led by Aeravti Ventures and Micro Labs. This investment marks a crucial milestone in the company’s mission to transform the landscape of access to cutting-edge therapies in India and globally. The newly raised funds … Read more
Mhyth, a rapidly growing lingerie brand founded by entrepreneur Mitali Rai, has successfully raised its Angel Round of funding, achieving a valuation of over USD 1 million just one month after launching. The brand aims to revolutionize the premium fashion lifestyle segment with a focus on creating unique, high-quality lingerie that resonates with women worldwide. … Read more
Sustainiam, a pioneering climate tech startup, has successfully raised USD 1.45 million in its Pre-Series A funding round, positioning itself as a leader in innovative carbon management and sustainability solutions. The funding round was led by Orios Venture Partners, with participation from notable investors, including Shilpa Shetty Kundra, Rajesh Sawhney, Harsh Vardhan Bhachandka, and Vinit … Read more
Mumbai-based Identical Brains Studios (IBS), a prominent name in the VFX industry, has received in-principle approval for its Initial Public Offering (IPO) from the NSE Emerge exchange. The company is preparing to file its Red Herring Prospectus (RHP) with updated details, marking a significant milestone as it moves closer to being listed on the platform. … Read more
Sony LIV’s popular entrepreneurial reality show, Shark Tank India, is gearing up for its much-awaited 4th season, introducing a new face to its panel of esteemed Sharks—Viraj Bahl, the Founder and Managing Director of Veeba (VRB Consumer Products). Known for steering one of India’s fastest-growing FMCG brands, Viraj brings a wealth of experience in innovation … Read more
In the ever-evolving world of beauty and personal care, Mamaearth has firmly established itself as a pioneer in clean, toxin-free products. Celebrating its 8th anniversary, the brand has emerged as one of India’s top three skincare brands, boasting a portfolio of over 200 products and a loyal customer base spread across 18,000+ pin codes nationwide. … Read more
Indian furniture and home decor brand Wooden Street has successfully raised ₹354 crores (approximately $43 million) in its Series C funding round, led by Premji Invest, according to media reports. This funding marks one of the largest investments in the home and furniture sector in recent years, underscoring the growing potential of this market in … Read more
The remarkable journey of Code Effort Private Limited, founded by brothers Naman and Vipul Gupta in 2015, showcases how innovation and determination can tackle environmental challenges. This Noida-based startup is leading the way in addressing one of the world’s most littered pollutants—cigarette butts—while creating sustainable livelihoods. The Problem: Tackling Cigarette Waste The Gupta brothers observed … Read more
Incuspaze, a leading coworking provider specializing in managed flexible office spaces for corporates, is set to raise $25 million (over ₹210 crore) as part of its ambitious expansion strategy. This funding will support the company’s growth in major Indian cities ahead of its anticipated initial public offering (IPO). Rapid Growth Since Inception Founded in 2016, … Read more
Zomato, India’s leading food delivery platform, announced the successful completion of its ₹8,500 crore fundraising through a Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP) of equity shares. This capital-raising initiative, which received shareholder approval last week, underscores Zomato’s strategic focus on strengthening its financial position and expanding its operations, particularly in the quick commerce sector through Blinkit. QIP … Read more
