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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
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
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
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
India, April 13, 2026 – Cashfree Payments, a frontrunner in the AI-native payment solutions space, has officially announced the appointment of Sameer Gandhi as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This strategic leadership hire comes as the fintech major looks to accelerate its growth trajectory, enhance operational efficiency, and cement its path toward long-term profitability. … Read more
ENN Entrepreneur News Network Aviation · India Breaking Business SpiceJet Begins Cutting Jobs as Fleet Shrinks to 13 Planes and Financial Pressure Deepens Over 500 employees face layoffs, forced furloughs and unpaid leave in the first phase of workforce cuts as the budget carrier battles a cash crunch, salary delays stretching to three months, … 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
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
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