Startup News
India’s startup ecosystem continues to attract significant investor interest, with Agilitas reportedly nearing a ₹450 crore fundraise deal with Nexus Venture Partners. The development underscores the growing confidence of venture capital firms in India’s consumer and technology-driven businesses, as well as the broader momentum in the country’s entrepreneurial landscape. Agilitas, known for its innovative approach…
In a significant development for India’s fast-growing personal care sector, Bombay Shaving Company has successfully raised ₹136 crore in a fresh funding round led by Sixth Sense Ventures. The round also saw participation from the company’s founder and CEO Shantanu Deshpande, the Patni Family Office, Gulf Islamic Investments (GII), and several high-net-worth individuals (HNIs), including…
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has clarified his earlier remarks on Indian startups, stating that his intent was never to undermine the entrepreneurial ecosystem but to ignite a national movement toward deep tech innovation. Speaking at the TiEcon Delhi-NCR 2025 conference, Goyal described his comments as a “wake-up call” aimed at shifting focus…
In a world where leadership is often defined by charisma, strategy, and execution, Aravind Srinivas—co-founder and CEO of artificial intelligence startup Perplexity—offers a refreshingly grounded perspective on what it truly takes to lead a company. Speaking at the UC Berkeley Haas Dean’s Speaker Series, Srinivas declared that the number one skill required to become a…
In a bold move that blends entrepreneurship with scientific inquiry, Zomato founder Deepinder Goyal has announced a $25 million fund to expand his health-focused initiative, ‘Continue Research’. The fund, entirely self-financed by Goyal, aims to support researchers and early-stage startups exploring fundamental questions around human biology, ageing, and longevity. The announcement, made on October 24,…
India’s quick commerce unicorn Zepto has closed a massive $450 million funding round, catapulting its valuation to $7 billion and positioning it among the most valuable startups in the country. The round, announced on October 16, 2025, was led by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS), with participation from existing investors including Avenir, Avra,…
Mumbai-based fintech platform Dhan is gearing up for a strategic pivot beyond stock broking, following its $120 million Series B funding round led by Hornbill Capital, MUFG, and BEENEXT. The newly minted unicorn, valued at $1.2 billion, now plans to enter the insurance distribution space and expand into other financial services to reduce its dependence…
In a remarkable tale of resilience and reinvention, a once-bankrupt entrepreneur has turned his fortunes around by launching a humble street food stall that now earns an astonishing ₹25 lakh per day. The story, which has captured the imagination of millions across India, is a testament to grit, grassroots innovation, and the power of social…
GreyLabs AI, a fast-growing enterprise AI startup based in Bengaluru, has raised ₹85 crore in a fresh funding round led by Elevation Capital and Z47, marking a major milestone in its journey to become a category-defining player in applied artificial intelligence. The round also saw participation from select angel investors and family offices focused on…
Dhan, the Mumbai-based investment and trading platform, has officially entered the unicorn club after closing a $120 million Series C funding round led by Hornbill Capital. The round also saw participation from existing backers such as BEENEXT, Blume Ventures, and new institutional investors including RTP Global and Peak XV Partners. The fundraise values Dhan at…
