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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
E EntrepreneurNewsNetwork Home Funding Startups Technology Founders Home › Funding › Weekly Funding Roundup · March 28, 2026 Funding Startups Weekly Roundup Indian Startups Raised $286.5 Million This Week Across 30 Deals — Growth Stage Leads at 76% A complete breakdown of India’s startup funding for the week ending March 28, 2026: seven growth-stage … Read more
Tazapay, a leading payment infrastructure platform focused on emerging markets, has successfully raised $36 million in a Series B extension round led by Circle Ventures. The round also saw participation from new investors such as CMT Digital and Coinbase Ventures, alongside existing backers including Peak XV Partners, GMO Venture Partners, January Capital, Ripple, Norinchukin Capital, … Read more
Bharat PET Limited, an integrated packaging solutions provider, has filed its Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to raise ₹760 crore through an initial public offering (IPO). Bharat PET IPO Details The proposed IPO consists of a fresh issue of equity shares worth ₹120 crore and an … Read more
Entrepreneur News Network Exclusive Interaction Exclusive Interaction · D2C Beauty · Women Founders · Bootstrapped How Two Childhood Friends Built India’s First Science-Backed Curly Hair Brand — With Just ₹5,000 a Month in Ads Isha Mahabal and Rutvika Charegaonkar, co-founders of The Curl Co., share the exact numbers, the formulation science, and the philosophy … 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
Hyderabad-based manufacturing tech startup Workroom Automation has secured ₹6.2 crore in seed funding in a round led by Equirus InnovateX Fund. The round also saw participation from Astir Ventures, Venture Catalysts Group, and several prominent angel investors. Funding to Accelerate Product and Market Expansion The fresh capital will be used to: Enhance product development and … 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-based toy manufacturing startup BIDSO has raised ₹63 crore (approximately $6.7 million) in a Series A funding round led by Blume Ventures. The round includes ₹51 crore in equity funding and ₹12 crore in venture debt, signaling strong investor confidence in the company’s growth potential. Funding Details and Investors The funding round saw participation from … Read more
★ Startup & Finance ₹ Updated March 2026 · 12 min read · Expert Guide How to Raise Funding in India The definitive 2025–26 playbook for Indian founders — from your first angel cheque to Series C and beyond. Real data, proven frameworks, and the government schemes most founders leave on the table. India Raised … Read more
March 20, 2026: As per the media reports, food delivery giant Zomato has increased its platform fee to ₹14.90 per order, up from ₹12.50, marking a 19.2% hike. The revised fee is now visible on the company’s app and reflects a broader trend of rising charges across India’s food delivery ecosystem. Zomato’s Platform Fee Sees … 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 men’s grooming market is no longer an afterthought—it’s becoming a serious business. And startups like MANNLICH are riding that shift with precision. The direct-to-consumer (D2C) men’s grooming brand has raised $294,000 in seed funding, signaling growing investor interest in a category that’s evolving fast—from basic hygiene to premium self-care. Funding Details and Investors Backing … 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
Personal care startup Laani has secured Rs 9.1 crore (approximately $970,000) in a pre-seed funding round, led by V3 Ventures and Saama Capital. The round also attracted participation from notable angel investors, including Arjun Purkayastha (Reckitt), Manish Taneja (Purplle), Kunal Bahl (Snapdeal), and Aneesh Sheth (Dr. Sheth’s Skincare). The funding marks an early but significant … Read more
Homegrown QSR brand Burger Singh has secured Rs 82 crore in a Series B funding round led by Artal Asia Pte Ltd, taking the company’s valuation to approximately Rs 520 crore. The funding marks a significant milestone as the brand strengthens its ambition to build a scalable, franchise-driven restaurant platform in India. The round also … 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
Direct-to-consumer (D2C) pet care startup Moe Puppy has raised ₹2 crore in a pre-seed funding round led by PedalStart, with participation from Zindagi Live Angel Fund and other angel investors. The fresh capital will be used to strengthen the brand’s marketing efforts, research and development (R&D), supply chain optimisation, and team expansion, as it looks … Read more
