India’s startup ecosystem witnessed one of its strongest funding weeks of 2026, with 20 startups raising nearly $1.11 billion across 19 disclosed funding rounds between 21 June and 27 June 2026. The week was marked by a major investment from Meta into CRED, the emergence of a new unicorn, several high-profile executive appointments, acquisitions, and … Read more
B2B procurement technology startup BharatTender has secured ₹1.25 crore in a pre-seed funding round from an angel investor, providing fresh capital to accelerate product innovation, customer acquisition, and the development of AI-powered procurement solutions. The funding marks an important milestone for the young startup as it seeks to modernise and digitise procurement processes for businesses … Read more
INFLUISH, an emerging creator economy platform focused on helping content creators grow, learn, and monetise their audiences, has secured pre-seed funding from a group of angel investors at a valuation of ₹25 crore. The funding round saw participation from notable investors including Pankaj Vermani, Jeetendra Tewani, and Sachin Harneja. While the company has not disclosed … Read more
While millions of Indian gig drivers absorb commissions of up to 40% per ride, a Salem-based startup backed by Tamil Nadu’s taxi unions is betting that the real disruption in ride-hailing isn’t a better app — it’s a fairer business model. For the better part of a decade, India’s ride-hailing economy has run on a … Read more
Korean-inspired lifestyle and gifting brand Uni Seoul has raised ₹35 crore (approximately US$3.6 million) in a Series A funding round co-led by Riverwalk Holdings and Sauce.vc, with participation from Panthera Peak Ventures and existing angel investors. The fresh capital will support the company’s ambitious expansion plans, including opening new retail outlets in premium malls and … Read more
Paediatric healthcare startup Hoola Health, formerly known as BabyMD, has raised $5 million in a funding round led by Peak XV’s Surge, with participation from existing investor W Health Ventures and prominent angel investors including Ashish Gupta, Abhishek Goyal, and Bijou Kurien. The fresh capital will support the company’s expansion into new markets, strengthen its … Read more
PointFive, a fast-growing technology startup focused on AI and cloud cost management, has secured US$60 million in Series B funding in a round led by Accel. The investment comes as enterprises worldwide face rapidly increasing costs associated with artificial intelligence infrastructure, cloud computing, and large-scale digital operations. The funding round also attracted participation from Salesforce … Read more
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
Mumbai: Direct-to-consumer nutrition brand Phab has secured $4 million in a Pre-Series A funding round, with the investment jointly led by OTP Ventures and Chona Family Office. The fresh capital will be used to strengthen the company’s brand presence, expand market reach, and build its team as it scales operations in India’s rapidly growing healthy … 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
New Delhi: Natural sweetener startup The Sweet Change has secured ₹1.7 crore in a pre-seed funding round led by Rebalance, with participation from investors associated with the IAN Angel Fund. The fresh capital will support the company’s plans to expand distribution, introduce new products, and strengthen its position in India’s rapidly growing sugar alternatives market. … Read more
Bengaluru, India: PropTech startup Propsoch, a buyer-focused real estate advisory platform, has secured US$2 million in seed funding to accelerate its growth, strengthen its advisory capabilities, and expand into new markets. The investment round was led by Athera Venture Partners, with participation from Sparrow Capital and Vakil Group. The fresh capital will help the company … Read more
Sumit Jain has resigned from his role as cofounder and CEO of the test-prep business at Unacademy ahead of the company’s proposed merger with upGrad, founded by Ronnie Screwvala. The leadership transition comes as Unacademy and upGrad have already filed for merger approval with the Competition Commission of India (CCI). Sumit Jain to Continue as … Read more
Mumbai-based Bobakat has secured ₹6 crore (approximately $700,000) in a Pre-Series A funding round, signaling strong investor confidence in India’s fast-evolving beverage startup ecosystem. Funding to Accelerate Expansion and Product Innovation The fresh capital will be utilized to introduce new product lines, strengthen the team, boost marketing initiatives, and scale offline expansion across key Indian … Read more
India’s startup ecosystem witnessed a significant rebound this week, with total funding reaching approximately $187.2 million across 18 deals. This marks a sharp increase compared to the previous week, where startups collectively raised just $47 million. The funding landscape was dominated by growth-stage investments, while early-stage startups also showed strong momentum across multiple sectors. Growth-Stage … 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
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
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
“They said it would never work.”“They said investing was too niche for Indian households.” Both statements were, in a way, true. India had never before embraced the culture of venture investing on television. Business discussions were confined to boardrooms, not living rooms. The idea of millions of viewers cheering on entrepreneurs pitching for equity seemed … Read more
