The Social Impact Startups section of Entrepreneur News Network highlights startups and entrepreneurs building innovative solutions to address social, environmental, and economic challenges. This category features mission-driven companies working in sectors such as sustainability, climate action, education access, healthcare innovation, and inclusive finance.
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April 2026 | Energy & Sustainability News | India Energy engineering company Kimbal Pvt Ltd has raised $22 million in a Series B funding round led by GEF Capital Partners, a sustainability-focused investor. The round also saw participation from existing investor Niveshaay, which increased its stake through a follow-on investment. Funding to Accelerate Energy Technology … Read more
April 2026 | Global HealthTech & AI Startup News – Coral, a healthcare automation startup targeting the US administrative healthcare market, has raised $12.5 million in funding from Z47 and Lightspeed. The fresh capital will be used to expand its engineering team and onboard healthcare domain experts, as the company accelerates product development and market … Read more
April 2026 | India HealthTech & Startup News – Axten Hospitals has raised ₹2.5 crore in its first structured funding round, led by PedalStart, with additional backing from angel investors. The funding will support the startup’s expansion strategy, technology development, and operational scaling as it builds a network of specialised surgical facilities across India. Expansion … Read more
Polaris Smart Metering has secured ₹710 crore (approximately $80 million) in financing from British International Investment for its subsidiary, Hooghly Smart Metering. The investment will be used to deploy over 22 lakh smart meters in West Bengal and expand the company’s advanced metering infrastructure across the region. Funding to Strengthen India’s Energy Infrastructure The latest … 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
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
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
Astranova Mobility, a Gurugram-based electric vehicle financing and asset management startup, has raised ₹60 crore (approximately $6.4 million) in a Series A funding round led by IvyCap Ventures. The round also saw participation from existing investors including Asian Development Bank, Advantedge Founders, and Trucks Venture Capital. Funding to Strengthen EV Financing and Technology Platform Astranova … Read more
Entrepreneur News Network Home Funding Clean Energy Startups About Clean Energy · Startup Funding April 7, 2026 Series A · Cleantech India Ecoil Raises $2.5 Million Series A to Scale Used Cooking Oil–to–Biodiesel Operations Across India The Jaipur-based cleantech startup is converting restaurant waste oil into sustainable biodiesel — and its latest funding round … Read more
Fanon, a fast-growing platform focused on fandom-driven storytelling and discussions, has raised $1 million in a pre-seed funding round co-led by Kalaari Capital and Gruhas. The funding marks an early milestone for the startup as it aims to scale its user base and redefine how fans engage with their favorite content across genres. Funding to … Read more
Bacancy Systems, a startup focused on delivering turnkey technology solutions, has raised ₹40 crore in a Series A funding round led by Sabre Partners and Greenstone Capital. Both investors have acquired minority stakes through primary investments, signaling strong confidence in the company’s growth potential in the EV and railway technology sectors. Funding to Drive Expansion … Read more
Bengaluru-based mobility startup LetzRyd has secured $4 million in a Series A funding round led by JIF Capital. The round also saw participation from Japan-based 15th Rock, marking its first investment in India, along with existing backer UNLEASH Capital Partners. Funding to Accelerate Fleet and Technology Expansion The fresh capital will be used to: Expand … Read more
Climate-tech startup Biome Sustainability Ventures has raised ₹4 crore in seed funding to accelerate the development of sustainable construction materials made from agricultural waste. The round was fully backed by Rajesh K. Soin, a distinguished entrepreneur and alumnus of Delhi Technological University. Funding to Drive Innovation and Expansion The fresh capital will help the company … Read more
India is ageing—but its eldercare systems are not keeping pace. In a space often dominated by reactive healthcare, Aamra Seniors Club, a Gurugram-based startup, is taking a different approach:👉 Prevent problems before they begin. The eldercare startup has raised $150,000 in a pre-seed funding round from a group of angel investors, marking an early but … Read more
India’s climate transition is no longer just a policy conversation—it’s becoming a capital story. In a significant move for the alternative credit ecosystem, BlackSoil Capital has raised ₹200 crore (approximately $22 million) in debt funding from Impact Fund Denmark, a Danish development finance institution. The funding aims to accelerate climate-focused and inclusive lending across India’s … Read more
India’s healthcare innovation ecosystem is entering a decisive phase—where brain tech and rehabilitation robotics are no longer futuristic ideas but fast-scaling realities. Two startups, Mave Health and Rymo Technologies, have just raised fresh capital to tackle one of the most complex challenges in modern healthcare: neurological health. From improving focus and mental resilience to accelerating … Read more
Hybrid healthcare startup CureBay has acquired the pharma distribution business of Saveo Healthtech, strengthening its supply chain capabilities as it moves toward becoming a full-stack healthcare provider in India. The financial details of the transaction were not disclosed. The acquisition marks a strategic step in CureBay’s expansion, enabling the company to integrate medicine distribution with … Read more
Preventive paincare startup Betterhood has secured ₹5 crore in seed funding in a round led by Kairon Capital, as the company looks to expand its presence in India’s growing health and wellness market. The funding round also attracted participation from several notable angel investors, including Yogesh Kabra (founder of XYXX), Rishubh Satiya (Plix), Rohit Chawla … Read more
India’s traditional neighborhood grocery stores—popularly known as kirana stores—are entering a new phase of transformation. As consumer expectations around product quality, packaging, and delivery continue to evolve, technology platforms are emerging to help these small retailers compete with large organized retail chains. In a significant development in the retail-tech startup ecosystem, OneKiraana, a startup focused … Read more
Digital health startup Mosaic Wellness has raised ₹200 crore (approximately $21 million) in fresh primary funding from alternative asset manager 360 ONE Asset, strengthening its position in India’s fast-growing consumer health and wellness market. The investment also enabled early investor Spring Marketing Capital to partially exit, while continuing to retain a stake in the company. … Read more
