Indian Startup Funding Rises 2.7 Times to $302.85 Million This Week, Led by Tessolve
Twenty-eight startups raised money in the week to 17 October, led by chip-testing firm Tessolve's $75 million round, as growth-stage deals came back.
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insiderOne Launches CareerOS, Letting Job Seekers Prove Skills in Ten-Minute Live Tests
The career platform, launched on 14 October, turns a live skill challenge into a signed receipt employers can check, and lists over 11,000 jobs and internships in 52 countries.
Groww's Q2 Profit Jumps 54% to ₹725 Crore as Its Reliance on F&O Revenue Falls
The broker's operating revenue rose 47% to ₹1,501.5 crore in the September quarter, while equity derivatives fell to 44.8% of revenue from 56.9% a year ago.
Urban Company Board Clears ₹2,500 Crore Fundraise as InstaHelp Battle Heats Up
The home-services company may raise the money through a QIP, preferential issue or private placement, after a quarter in which revenue grew 41% but its net loss widened to ₹182.5 crore.
Indian Tech Funding Rises 7% to $10.3 Billion in 2026 Even as Deal Count Falls 38%: Tracxn
18 rounds of $100 million or more lifted funding between January and 21 September, while seed funding fell 37%, Tracxn’s nine-month report shows.
Boldfit Raises Over ₹400 Crore in Series B Led by Bharat Value Fund to Build Offline Retail
The Bengaluru sportswear and fitness brand will use the money for nationwide stores, manufacturing, product development and selective acquisitions.
STCH Secures $7 Mn Funding
In a major move for the Indian textile technology sector, Bengaluru-based startup STCH has successfully closed a $7 million pre-Series A funding round, signaling a significant shift in how global fashion brands approach fabric research and production.
PrimeInvestor Secures ₹19.5 Crore Funding from Rainmatter
5 crore (approximately $2 million) in its maiden external funding round led by Rainmatter, the venture investment arm of the Zerodha group.
GoSats Secures $5 Million in Series A Funding to Scale Asset-Based Rewards
GoSats, the Bengaluru-based fintech platform that allows users to earn Bitcoin and gold rewards for everyday spending, has successfully raised $5 million (approximately ₹42 crore) in a Series A funding round.
Indian Startup Funding Hits $2.3 Billion in Q1 2026 Amid 26% YoY Dip
3 billion in the first quarter (Q1) of 2026. While this remains a substantial figure globally, it represents a 26% year-on-year (YoY) decline compared to the same period in 2025.
Yes Madam Nears ₹100 Crore Revenue Milestone in FY25; Maintains Profitability
In a major boost for the at-home beauty and wellness sector, Noida-based startup Yes Madam has reported a stellar financial performance for the fiscal year ended March 2025.
KaarTech Secures $11 Million Funding Led by Playbook Partners for Global Expansion
Chennai-based digital transformation powerhouse KaarTech has successfully raised $11 million (approximately ₹101 crore) in a fresh funding round.
Zoff Foods Bags $2 Million Funding to Drive Omnichannel Growth
The Indian spice industry is witnessing a significant shift as Raipur-based Zoff Foods (Asquare Foods & Beverages Pvt. ) successfully secured $2 million in a Pre-Series B funding round.
Armatrix Secures $2.1 Million to Scale AI-Native ‘Snake Robots’ for Hazardous Industries
1 million (approximately ₹18 crore) in a pre-seed funding round. The investment was led by pi Ventures, a prominent early-stage fund specializing in AI and deep-tech.
ZeroMoblt Secures ₹1.5 Crore Pre-Seed Round to Revolutionize Student Mobility
5 crore in a pre-seed funding round. The investment was co-led by Sandeep Varaganti (CEO of JioMart) and Ashok Agrawal (SVP at Axis Bank), with participation from a group of high-net-worth individuals (HNIs).
Statiq Powers Up with $18 Million Funding Led by Tenacity Ventures
2 crore) in a fresh funding round, signaling a major boost for India’s electric mobility infrastructure. The investment, which comprises a strategic blend of equity and debt, was led by Tenacity Ventures.
StarAndDaisy Hits ₹108.5 Crore Milestone: The Five-Year Rise of a Baby Gear Giant
5 crore within just five years of operation. Founded in 2020 during the peak of the digital commerce shift, the startup has transformed from a niche online seller into a dominant “full-stack” parenting partner.
Practo Eyes $100 Million Pre-IPO Round as it Prepares for 2026 Listing
Bengaluru-based health-tech pioneer Practo is reportedly in advanced discussions to secure $100 million in a pre-IPO funding round.
Mojro Raises $3 Million to Accelerate Global Expansion of its AI Logistics Platform
In a major boost for the digital supply chain sector, Bengaluru-based Mojro has successfully raised $3 million in a new funding round.
DATOMS Secures ₹25 Crore in Series A Funding to Scale Industrial IoT Platform
DATOMS, a prominent industrial Internet of Things (IoT) startup, has successfully raised ₹25 crore (approximately $2.76 million) in its Series A funding round. This significant capital injection was…
Qualcomm CEO Unveils $150 Million Fund to Boost India’s AI Startups
In a major boost for India’s deep-tech landscape, Qualcomm Inc. CEO Cristiano Amon announced a dedicated $150 million (approx.
Emergent Hits $100M ARR in 8 Months: Vibe-Coding Giant Goes Mobile
In a feat of hypergrowth that has stunned the Silicon Valley and Indian tech corridors, Emergent, the “vibe-coding” pioneer, officially surpassed $100 million in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) on February 17, 2026.
Elixiir Foods Secures $9M Seed Funding to Launch Tech-Enabled Urban Grocery Platform
In a major move to disrupt India’s high-trust grocery market, Elixiir Foods, a Delhi NCR-based startup, has raised $9 million in a seed funding round.
Vipin Kapooria Rejoins Flipkart as Vice President of Business Finance
Flipkart, the Walmart-owned e-commerce leader, has significantly bolstered its leadership bench with the return of Vipin Kapooria as Vice President, Business Finance.
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