BharatPe’s co-founder wants employers to put their name — not their money — behind employee credit. Here’s how Fund My Staff actually works, and why it’s a very Ashneer way to re-enter fintech. Ashneer Grover doesn’t do quiet launches, and Fund My Staff is no exception. The former BharatPe managing director announced his newest fintech … Read more
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
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
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
New Delhi: Beauty and personal care company Honasa Consumer Limited, the parent company of Mamaearth, has appointed Shivang Jain as the Chief Executive Officer of BTM Ventures, the company behind men’s personal care brand Reginald Men. The leadership appointment follows Honasa Consumer’s acquisition of a majority stake in BTM Ventures in December 2025 and reflects … Read more
New Delhi: Mobility and logistics company BikeWo Green Tech Limited has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Kwik Flite Support, which operates under the KlikAir brand, to jointly evaluate the development of an integrated air cargo and aviation logistics platform in India. The strategic partnership marks another step in BikeWo Green Tech’s broader … Read more
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
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
Gurugram-based food startup Gimi Michi has secured $1 million in seed funding in a round led by IndiaQuotient, with participation from DeVC, Titan Capital, and IIMA Ventures. The fresh capital will help the company accelerate product innovation, expand its team, strengthen brand awareness, and grow its distribution network across India’s rapidly expanding quick-commerce ecosystem. The … Read more
Bengaluru, India: Sportswear and footwear company Agilitas Sports has raised ₹225 crore (approximately US$23.5 million) in a new funding round led by Nexus Venture Partners, with participation from Rainmatter and other investors. The fresh capital will be used to expand the company’s manufacturing capabilities, strengthen its portfolio of sports and lifestyle brands, and accelerate retail … Read more
Clean-label food brand Anveshan has secured ₹150 crore in a Series B funding round led by Vertex Ventures Southeast Asia & India, as the company looks to strengthen manufacturing capabilities, accelerate product innovation, and expand its footprint across India’s rapidly growing health and nutrition market. The funding round attracted participation from several prominent investors, including … Read more
Bengaluru-based electric vehicle startup Simple Energy has secured ₹250 crore (approximately $26.3 million) in a fresh funding round as the company accelerates its manufacturing expansion and prepares for a future public listing. The funding round comprised a mix of equity investment and debt financing, providing the electric scooter manufacturer with additional capital to scale production, … Read more
Motorola Solutions has acquired Israeli defense technology company D-Fend Solutions in a deal valued at approximately $1.5 billion, marking one of the most significant exits in the rapidly expanding counter-drone technology sector. The acquisition highlights the growing importance of drone security solutions as governments, military organizations, and critical infrastructure operators worldwide seek effective ways to … Read more
OSSO, a pioneering health startup specializing in orthopaedic solutions, has successfully raised $250,000 in its pre-seed funding round led by Blume Ventures Founders Fund. The investment round also saw participation from notable industry leaders, including Sahil Jindal (MD, DS Jindal Group), Akash Gupta (Founder, Zypp Electric), Varun Sheth and Zaheer Adenwala (Founders, Ketto), Brijraj Bhuptani … Read more
The Indian startup ecosystem reached a remarkable milestone in 2023, with 13 new-age companies launching Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) and collectively raising over ₹29,247 crore from the stock market. This surge represents a significant increase compared to previous years, with 10 IPOs in 2021, six in 2022, and six in 2023. IPO Breakdown and Fund … Read more
ZETWERK Manufacturing Businesses has reportedly raised USD 90 million in its latest funding round, led by Rakesh Gangwal and Khosla Ventures, according to recent media reports. This significant capital injection has propelled the company’s valuation to an impressive USD 3.1 billion. Additionally, ZETWERK has achieved a remarkable Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) of ₹17,564 crore (approximately … Read more
Univest, a leading wealthtech startup, is reportedly in discussions to secure $16 million (approximately ₹135 crore) in its upcoming Series A funding round. The round is expected to be led by Bertelsmann India Investments (BII), with participation from Innoven Capital through a combination of debt and equity financing. According to sources cited by Economic Times … Read more
DesignX, a startup focused on digital transformation in the manufacturing sector, has successfully raised $1 million in pre-Series A funding from Piper Serica Angel Fund. This new investment follows a $300,000 equity round in 2021, backed by Modular Capital, Accel, and industry veterans. Founded by engineers Rajat Srivastava and Nishant Srivastava, DesignX is on a … Read more
PickMyWork, a leading platform leveraging gig workers to improve the reach of financial services, has announced the successful completion of its latest funding round. The funding will be used to accelerate the company’s mission to enhance financial services penetration in India’s tier 2 and tier 3 cities. The investment round saw participation from prominent investors, … Read more
Aretto’s leap toward innovation has just become stronger as the company announces the successful completion of its seed funding round. The company secured $550K from a clutch of angel investors and advisors, which included renowned cricketer Hardik Pandya; Abhineet Singh(Co-founder of VegNonVeg and Founder Brewhouse), Shyam Raichura (MD of Aan Group), Raunak Munot (Ex-CMO of … Read more
