Startup

Embedded finance and working capital platform GetVantage has made a significant investment in the logistics sector, committing Rs 5.4 crore to three emerging startups: Celcius Logistics, Ohm Logistics, and Fitsol. Each startup has received Rs 1.8 crore in growth...

Stockbroking platform Zerodha has unveiled a $1 million annual fund aimed at backing Free/Libre and Open Source Software (FOSS/FLOSS) projects worldwide. Announced by Zerodha's CTO Kailash Nadh, the initiative highlights the company’s commitment to fostering the open-source community, which has been integral in building its financial technology...

In a major leadership shift, Mayank Kumar, co-founder and Managing Director of Upgrad, has announced his resignation as the company gears up for a critical $50-60 million funding round. Kumar’s departure, after nearly a decade of steering the edtech platform, comes at...

In a significant move to empower women in the logistics sector, Ecom Express Limited—India’s only pure-play B2C e-commerce logistics solutions provider—is actively championing female delivery partners during the peak festive delivery season. As demand for timely deliveries surges, Ecom...

In a massive development for the Indian beauty and personal care industry, online beauty store Purplle has raised ₹1,500 crore in a clean funding round. This spherical noticed present investors Blume Ventures and Premji Invest doubling down on their...

Giva, a fast-growing omnichannel jewellery startup, has secured ₹255 crore in a prolonged Series B funding round. The investment, led by new and current buyers, highlights the increasing hobby inside the burgeoning jewellery market and Giva's capability to scale....

Sistema.bio, a pioneering biogas technology company, has successfully raised $15 million in a funding round led by ElectriFI, managed by EDFI Management Company. The round also saw participation from existing investors, including Chroma Impact Investment, KawiSafi Ventures, and AXA...

Direct-to-consumer (D2C) meat and seafood brand Licious has taken a strategic step in strengthening its omnichannel presence by acquiring Bengaluru-based offline retailer My Chicken and More for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition marks a key move in Licious’ strategy...

In a significant shift within India's startup ecosystem, several startups, including well-funded ventures like Toplyne, are adopting an ethical approach by refunding investors after shutting down or undergoing unsuccessful pivots. This trend reflects a growing emphasis on accountability and...

The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has directed Ola, the ride-hailing giant, to implement significant reforms on its platform following a surge in consumer complaints. Between January and October 2024, the CCPA received 2,061 complaints against Ola, primarily concerning...