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Egypt’s Fincart Secures $2.8 Million Seed Funding to Scale E-Commerce Logistics Platform

July 27, 2026 by Ruchi Kumar

Cairo: Egypt-based e-commerce logistics startup Fincart has raised $2.8 million in an oversubscribed seed funding round to accelerate its expansion across Africa and the Middle East. The investment will support the company’s technology development, commercial growth, and strategic partnerships as demand for integrated e-commerce infrastructure continues to rise across the region. The funding round was … Read more

Omega Seiki Mobility Raises ₹50 Crore to Expand EV Manufacturing, R&D and Dealer Network

July 27, 2026 by Ruchi Kumar

New Delhi: Indian electric vehicle manufacturer Omega Seiki Mobility (OSM) has secured ₹50 crore in a fresh funding round from a group of investors, including Securocorp Securities India, Sangeeta Pareekh, the Saket Aggarwal Family Office, and Vanshika Sharma. The company plans to utilize the capital to strengthen its manufacturing capabilities, expand research and development, and … Read more

Israeli FoodTech Startup Plantopia Raises US$9 Million to Commercialise Plant-Based Dairy Protein Technology

July 22, 2026 by Ruchi Kumar

Israeli foodtech startup Plantopia has raised US$9 million in a funding round led by Schreiber Foods, one of the world’s leading dairy companies, and Siddhi Capital, a venture capital firm focused on food and agriculture innovation. The investment will help the company transition from the research and development phase to commercial-scale production as it seeks … Read more

Bioscan Research Raises $1 Million Seed Funding Led by Unicorn India Ventures to Expand Brain Injury Detection Technology

July 22, 2026 by Ruchi Kumar

Mumbai-based medtech startup Bioscan Research has raised $1 million in a seed funding round led by Unicorn India Ventures, marking a significant milestone in its mission to advance non-invasive brain injury diagnostics through innovative medical technology. The newly raised capital will support the company’s expansion into new markets, strengthen its regulatory approvals, enhance its product … Read more

Skylark Labs Eyes $150 Million Funding at $1 Billion Valuation to Scale AI-Powered Defense Technology

July 21, 2026 by Ruchi Kumar

California-based artificial intelligence startup Skylark Labs is reportedly in advanced discussions to raise between $100 million and $150 million in a new funding round that could value the company at more than $1 billion, positioning it to join the growing list of AI unicorns. The company, which develops AI-powered autonomous systems for defense, border security, … Read more

MS Dhoni Invests in SolarSquare as Rooftop Solar Startup Raises $53 Million Series C Funding

July 21, 2026 by Ruchi Kumar

Former Indian cricket captain MS Dhoni has invested in residential rooftop solar startup SolarSquare through his family office, Midas Deals, as part of the company’s recently announced $53 million Series C funding round. In addition to the investment, Dhoni has also been appointed as SolarSquare’s Brand Ambassador, strengthening the company’s efforts to accelerate the adoption … Read more

Raghu Vamsi Aerospace Group Raises $40 Million to Expand Global Manufacturing and Deep-Tech Capabilities

July 20, 2026 by Ruchi Kumar

Hyderabad-based Raghu Vamsi Aerospace Group (RVAG) has secured US$40 million (approximately ₹400 crore) in a fresh funding round to accelerate its global manufacturing expansion and strengthen its presence in advanced aerospace, defence, and deep-tech technologies. The investment round was led by Norwest and Skegen Asset Management, with participation from Indus Bridge Ventures, GJNX Ventures, and … Read more

Whale Raises $40 Million in Series C Extension, Total Series C Funding Reaches $100 Million

July 17, 2026 by Ruchi Kumar

Singapore: Enterprise artificial intelligence (AI) company Whale has secured $40 million in a Series C extension, taking its total Series C funding to $100 million. The fresh capital will support the company’s international expansion across North America, Europe, and the Middle East, while strengthening its AI-powered enterprise operations platform. The latest funding round underscores growing … Read more

Mandrake Bio Raises ₹16 Crore in Pre-Seed Funding to Advance AI-Powered Protein Design Platform

July 16, 2026 by Ruchi Kumar

Bengaluru: AI-driven biotechnology startup Mandrake Bio has secured approximately ₹16 crore in a pre-seed funding round co-led by Activate and Antler, marking a significant milestone in its mission to develop next-generation programmable gene-editing technologies. The funding round also attracted participation from Spectrum Impact and DeVC, along with notable angel investors including Vijay Chandru, Paras Chopra, … Read more

Ather Energy Approves ₹1,200 Crore Fundraise; Hero MotoCorp to Increase Stake

July 15, 2026 by Ruchi Kumar

Bengaluru: Electric two-wheeler manufacturer Ather Energy has approved a ₹1,200 crore preferential fundraise, bringing together strategic investments from Hero MotoCorp, the National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF), and the company’s founders. The capital infusion is expected to support Ather’s expansion plans, strengthen its manufacturing capabilities, and accelerate product innovation. The company’s board has approved the … Read more

PolicyStreet Raises Additional US$5 Million from BlueOrchard, Extends Series C Funding to US$26 Million

July 15, 2026 by Ruchi Kumar

Kuala Lumpur: Southeast Asian insurtech company PolicyStreet has raised an additional US$5 million in its Series C funding round from BlueOrchard, a leading global impact investment manager and member of the Schroders Group. The latest investment increases the company’s total Series C funding to US$26 million, strengthening its plans to expand digital insurance access across … Read more

The Home That Couldn’t Hold: Why Medial, India’s “LinkedIn for Startups,” Just Shut Its Doors

July 14, 2026 by Ruchi Kumar

A Bengaluru platform that once claimed half a million users across 30 countries — and a Shark Tank India feature to its name — has gone dark, raising fresh questions about how sustainable niche professional networks really are. Medial founder and CEO Niket Raj Dwivedi confirmed in a LinkedIn post that read part farewell, part … Read more

UAE PropTech Startup Keyper Raises $11 Million to Expand Digital Rent Payment Platform

July 9, 2026 by Ruchi Kumar

Dubai, UAE: PropTech startup Keyper has secured US$11 million in a Series A funding round led by Speedinvest, as the company accelerates its mission to modernise residential renting, property management, and real estate financing across the UAE. The funding round attracted strong participation from a mix of regional and global investors, including NeoVentures, Middle East … Read more

BAAS Technologies Raises ₹5 Crore to Build Indigenous Rocket Engines and Reusable Launch Vehicles

July 9, 2026 by Ruchi Kumar

Pune-based space technology startup BAAS Technologies has secured ₹5 crore (approximately US$580,000) in a pre-seed funding round led by Inflection Point Ventures (IPV). The investment round also saw participation from SINE IIT Bombay and a group of angel investors. The fresh capital will help the startup strengthen its rocket propulsion technology, expand engineering capabilities, and … Read more

NVIDIA Chip Rival SambaNova Raises $1 Billion At $11 Billion Valuation

July 8, 2026 by Ruchi Kumar

Paris: AI chip startup SambaNova Systems has secured $1 billion in Series F funding, valuing the company at $11 billion, as it looks to strengthen its position in the rapidly expanding artificial intelligence semiconductor market. The funding announcement was made during the Raise Summit in Paris, reinforcing growing investor interest in companies developing alternatives to … Read more

Consumer Rewards Startup Onpoint Raises $600,000 in Pre-Seed Funding to Expand Loyalty Platform in India

July 7, 2026 by Ruchi Kumar

New Delhi: Consumer rewards startup Onpoint has raised US$600,000 in a pre-seed funding round to strengthen its technology platform, expand merchant partnerships, and accelerate user acquisition across India. The funding round was co-led by First Cheque, an investment initiative backed by the IndiaQuotient group, and Whiteboard Capital. The round also attracted participation from several angel … Read more

Physical AI Startup Mowito Raises $3 Million in Pre-Seed Funding to Expand AI-Powered Industrial Robotics

July 7, 2026 by Ruchi Kumar

Bengaluru: Physical AI startup Mowito has secured $3 million in a pre-seed funding round to expand its AI-powered industrial robotics platform and strengthen its global presence. The investment round was led by Version One Ventures, with participation from All In Capital, Unisol, iSeed, and a group of prominent angel investors. The angel investors include Soumith … Read more

Stylework Raises $1 Million to Accelerate Flexible Workspace Expansion Across India

July 7, 2026 by Ruchi Kumar

New Delhi: Flexible workspace platform Stylework has secured $1 million in equity funding in the second close of its pre-Series B funding round, reinforcing investor confidence in India’s rapidly growing flexible office ecosystem. The investment round was led by Auxano Capital, with participation from family offices, institutional investors, and high-net-worth individuals (HNIs). The latest funding … Read more

Tulon Materials Raises ₹10 Crore Seed Funding to Advance Sustainable Specialty Chemicals and Circular Materials

July 2, 2026 by Ruchi Kumar

Mumbai: Tulon Materials, a Mumbai-based engineering startup focused on developing sustainable specialty chemicals and advanced materials, has raised ₹10 crore in a seed funding round to accelerate product development and commercialisation across multiple industrial sectors. The funding round was led by investor Karthik Sundar Iyer, with participation from Karan Goshar and Prakhar Pandey, Partners at … Read more

Zave Raises ₹4.7 Crore to Scale AI Shopping Assistant, Strengthen Product and Platform Capabilities

June 25, 2026 by Ruchi Kumar

Bengaluru: AI-powered shopping assistant startup Zave has secured ₹4.7 crore in a bridge funding round led by Inflection Point Ventures (IPV), with participation from Mucker Capital. The fresh capital will help the startup enhance its artificial intelligence capabilities, strengthen platform infrastructure, and accelerate product development as it prepares for its next phase of growth. The … Read more