Latest updates, insights, and trends from the e-commerce industry — covering online retail, digital marketplaces, startups, logistics, and consumer behavior shaping the future of shopping.
Quick commerce startup BazaarNow has secured ₹72 crore (approximately US$7.8 million) in a fresh funding round led by Peak XV Partners, as the company looks to expand its presence across India’s fast-growing Tier II and Tier III markets. The round also saw participation from Whiteboard Capital, Antler, and a group of prominent angel investors, including … Read more
Bengaluru: Quick commerce startup FirstClub has secured $55 million (approximately ₹512 crore) in a Series B funding round led by Peak XV Partners and Sofina, with participation from existing investors Accel, RTP Global, and Paramark Ventures. The fresh capital will help the company accelerate its expansion across India, strengthen its technology and supply chain infrastructure, … Read more
Digital fashion startup Meta Fashion has raised approximately US$400,000 in a pre-seed funding round led by Lumikai, as demand for virtual fashion, gaming commerce, and creator-led digital ecosystems continues to grow globally. The funding round also saw participation from several angel investors, including Big Bets, the family office of HUUUGE Games founder Anton Gauffin, Akshat … Read more
Bengaluru-based NORI has secured $350,000 in a pre-seed funding round led by Rebalance, with participation from Vijay Shekhar Sharma, VSS Investco, and other angel investors. Funding to Drive Product Expansion and Market Reach The newly raised capital will be deployed to broaden NORI’s product portfolio and enhance its presence across both online and offline retail … Read more
May 2026 | HealthTech & Retail | Startup Funding News – Mumbai-based pharmacy startup Figtree Pharmacy has raised an undisclosed amount in a seed funding round led by AJVC Fund, along with participation from other investors. The funding will support the company’s plans to scale its retail footprint, strengthen logistics, and build technology-driven pharmacy operations. … Read more
May 2026 | Startup Funding News | MENA – MENA-based live commerce startup Siin has raised $3 million in total funding to accelerate the growth of its interactive shopping platform across the Gulf region. The funding round was led by VentureSouq and Shift Group, with participation from Plus VC, Oqal, and regional investors including Suhail … Read more
April 2026 | Startup Funding & E-commerce News | Middle East – Dubai-based gifting platform Udora has raised $10 million in a private funding round to accelerate its expansion across the Middle East and strengthen its technology capabilities. The company plans to use the fresh capital to scale operations, enhance its platform, and enter new … Read more
April 2026 | E-commerce Intelligence & Startup Funding News – Cube, a startup focused on analyzing online shopping markets, has raised $3.7 million in a Series A funding round to expand its data intelligence platform. The round was led by Betatron Venture Group, with participation from M Venture Partners and a group of strategic angel … 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
DAAKit, a hyperlocal logistics and fulfilment startup, has raised $138,000 in a pre-seed funding round led by Inflection Point Ventures (IPV). The fresh capital will be used to expand its dark store network, enhance technology capabilities, and strengthen leadership across key business functions. Building the Backbone of Fast Commerce As India’s quick commerce and e-commerce … Read more
Quick commerce startup Inamo has secured $8 million in fresh funding, led by Prime Venture Partners, as it accelerates expansion in India’s rapidly evolving e-commerce landscape. The funding round also saw participation from Shastra VC, Antler India, and Gemba Capital. Of the total capital raised, $6 million came through equity investment, while the remaining $2 … Read more
Indian retail has undergone a profound transformation in the last few years. Not long ago, grocery shopping meant weekly market visits, long checkout queues, and careful planning. Today, millions of Indian consumers can order groceries, medicines, snacks, and even electronics within minutes through mobile apps. This shift has been driven by rising smartphone penetration, affordable … Read more
MUMBAI, India — Brandman Retail, a retail and distribution platform focused on premium international brands, has raised ₹24.5 crore from anchor investors ahead of its upcoming initial public offering (IPO), the company said on Tuesday. The anchor investment comes a day before the IPO opens for public subscription. Anchor Investor Allocation Details Brandman Retail allotted … Read more
Mumbai, January 2026: Shadowfax Technologies, a logistics and last-mile delivery firm backed by Flipkart, made a muted debut on Indian stock exchanges on Wednesday, with its shares listing below the IPO issue price. The company’s stock debuted at around ₹112–113 on both the NSE and BSE, nearly 9% lower than the IPO’s upper price band … Read more
Mumbai, January 2026 — In a strategic move to accelerate its retail expansion, Cupid Ltd has announced an investment of ₹332 crore in Baazar Style Retail (Style Baazar) — one of India’s leading value retail chains with a presence of over 250 stores across key markets. The investment, which will be deployed over the next … Read more
Gurugram, January 2026 — Full-stack recommerce company Grest has raised ₹16 crore in a growth funding round led by Equentis Wealth, with participation from JIIF, The Chennai Angels, India Accelerator, Lead Invest, and 8i Ventures. The fresh capital will fuel Grest’s expansion across direct-to-consumer (D2C) channels, strengthen technology and infrastructure, and enhance its brand visibility … Read more
Mumbai, January 14, 2026 — Secret Alchemist, the clean fragrance and aromatherapy brand co-founded by actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu, has raised $3 million in a funding round led by Unilever Ventures, with participation from DSG Consumer Partners. The round comprised both primary and secondary capital, with $2.5 million as primary infusion and the remainder as … Read more
Bengaluru, January 13, 2026 — Drickle (formerly BONOMI), a Bengaluru-based coffee-first quick service restaurant (QSR) brand, has raised nearly ₹6 crore in seed funding through an equity round backed by a group of angel investors and industry operators. The round saw participation from Param Kandhari, Naresh Krishnaswamy, Abhinav Mathur, Hemanshu Jain, Vinay Bhopatkar, Vaibhav Sisinty, … Read more
In India, celebrity-led brands are everywhere. From beauty and fashion to wellness and kidswear, nearly every major Bollywood star now has a business. Katrina Kaif launched Kay Beauty, Deepika Padukone introduced 82°E, Kriti Sanon owns Hyphen, and Alia Bhatt created Ed-a-Mamma. But while these celebrity ventures generate buzz, most of them struggle to grow or … Read more
Stan Store, the all-in-one Creator store, today announced a partnership with entrepreneur, investor, and digital marketing pioneer Gary Vaynerchuk, who also becomes an Investor of the platform – accelerating Stan’s mission to make monetization accessible for every Creator. Millions of Creators have built audiences, but most still struggle to translate attention into income. Stan solves that … Read more
