Gurugram-based personal care startup Clarity Labs has successfully closed a seed funding round of over ₹4 crore (approximately US$430,000). The round was led by Artha Venture Fund II, with participation from a group of strategic angel investors. The newly raised capital is earmarked for accelerating product innovation, expanding into new personal care categories, and scaling … Read more
April 2026 | UAE Startup & Tech News – Ray has officially launched its services in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, while securing $1.2 million in seed funding to accelerate expansion across the UAE and GCC markets. The funding round was backed by private investors, including Meirambek Abelkasov and Serik Uspanov, signaling strong confidence in the … Read more
April 2026 | Global Cybersecurity & Leadership News – Cato Networks has announced the appointment of Meital Koren as its new Chief Legal Officer (CLO). The move comes as the cybersecurity firm accelerates global expansion and strengthens its legal and compliance framework. In her new role, Koren will oversee the company’s global legal strategy, including … Read more
April 2026 | India / Global Tech News – Global digital engineering company Nagarro SE has announced the appointment of Prateek Aggarwal as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and member of the Management Board, effective May 1, 2026. The appointment comes as the company strengthens its leadership structure to support global expansion, enhanced governance, … Read more
Meta layoffs 2026: Meta Platforms Inc., the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, is reportedly preparing for another major round of job cuts. The company may lay off nearly 8,000 employees by next month, signaling a deeper shift toward efficiency and AI-led growth. This move aligns with CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s ongoing strategy dubbed the … Read more
ENN · Entrepreneur News Network AY Report by Ankitt Y April 13–18, 2026 · 15 deals tracked · 8 min read $60.4M Total Raised 15 Deals Closed −83% WoW Change $23M AI Sector Total Between April 13 and 18, 2026, Indian startups closed 15 funding deals worth a combined $60.4 million — a … Read more
Honeywell has appointed Amit Tantia as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for Asia-Pacific and India for its Process Automation business, effective March 2026. Based in Pune, Tantia will lead financial planning, reporting, and operations across the APAC region and India, supporting business growth while ensuring strong financial governance. Strategic Role in Driving Regional Growth The Process … Read more
<body Entrepreneur News Network · India’s Startup & Business Intelligence Weekly Funding Roundup April 13–18, 2026 · ENN Desk · 6 min read $60.4M India This Week 15 India Deals 10 APAC Deals $120M+ APAC Total The venture capital landscape across Asia-Pacific and India remained an active arena this week, with capital flowing into … Read more
Hocco Ice Cream has secured ₹100 crore in fresh funding led by Sauce VC, taking the company’s valuation to approximately ₹2,500 crore. With this round, Hocco’s total funding now stands at करीब ₹450 crore, as the brand continues its rapid expansion in India’s growing ice cream and frozen dessert market. Strong Growth and Expansion Plans … Read more
Artificial Intelligence is no longer a niche skill—it’s becoming the foundation of every modern career. Whether you’re in marketing, finance, tech, or even content creation, understanding AI is quickly turning into a must-have advantage. The good news? You don’t need to spend lakhs on courses.MIT Open Learning offers world-class AI courses—many completely free. Here’s a … Read more
Gulf Edge Company Limited, a subsidiary of Gulf Development Public Company Limited, has announced a strategic partnership with Kore.ai to bring advanced AI solutions to businesses across Thailand. The collaboration aims to drive large-scale adoption of enterprise AI across key sectors, including telecom, banking, insurance, healthcare, and government services. Driving AI Transformation Across Industries Through … 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
FIFTH SENSE, a premium fragrance startup, has raised ₹6.3 crore (approximately $678K) in an early funding round, led by OTP Ventures. The round also saw participation from Sadev Ventures, ISV Capital, along with notable angel investors including Rohit Kapoor and Amit Damani. Funding to Accelerate Product Innovation and Brand Growth The Gurugram-based startup plans to … Read more
E EntrepreneurNews Network Special Report Asia Pacific · Family Capital The Quiet Billionaires Fueling Asia’s Startup Boom Behind the region’s most audacious startups is a new class of investor — the founder-led family office. Patient, private, and increasingly powerful, they are quietly rewriting the rules of venture capital across Asia Pacific. April 2026 · … Read more
AEON360 has entered into a long-term strategic partnership with Google Cloud to develop a next-generation “continuous commerce” ecosystem, aimed at delivering seamless and personalized customer experiences across retail, finance, and lifestyle services. The collaboration marks a significant step in AEON360’s digital transformation strategy across Southeast Asia. What is “Continuous Commerce”? The concept of continuous commerce … 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
Global investment giant Vanguard is significantly expanding its presence in India, signaling a strategic shift toward in-house technology development and AI-driven innovation. After launching its first India-based Global Capability Center (GCC) in Hyderabad in late 2025, the company has already onboarded over 550 professionals and is aiming to reach 1,000 employees by the end of … Read more
India, April 16, 2025: Agrizy has elevated Markish Arun to Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer (CTO), reinforcing its commitment to building a technology-first foundation for the global food and wellness industry. The move formally recognizes Markish’s four-plus years of founder-level contribution and positions him to lead Agrizy’s next phase of growth driven by AI-powered infrastructure … 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
AI voice technology startup Phonely has secured $16 million in Series A funding, led by Base10 Partners, with participation from Y Combinator and other investors. With this round, the company’s total funding now stands at $19 million, signaling strong investor confidence in AI-driven customer communication. Customers Turn Investors, Signaling Strong Market Trust In a notable … Read more
