API driven telephony infrastructure startup Vobiz.ai has raised $1 million in a seed funding round led by Piper Serica VC Fund, as it looks to build a next generation communication layer for AI-powered voice applications. The company said the fresh capital will be used to strengthen its engineering capabilities and scale go-to-market efforts, as demand for AI-native communication infrastructure continues to rise. Founded in 2025 by Suman Gandham and Vikash Srivastava, Vobiz.ai is building low latency, secure voice infrastructure designed specifically for AI voice agents. The platform aims to address key limitations of traditional telephony systems, which often struggle with…
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Biocon founder and chairperson Kiran Mazumdar Shaw has outlined a gradual leadership transition plan, naming her niece Claire Mazumdar as her successor, with a phased handover expected over the next five years. Mazumdar Shaw clarified that she does not plan an immediate exit but intends to oversee a structured transition, where Claire will move step-by-step from a board level role to vice-chair and eventually chairperson. Claire Mazumdar currently serves as the founding CEO of Bicara Therapeutics, an oncology focused biotech firm incubated with early backing from Mazumdar Shaw. Her experience spans biotech strategy, company building, and partnerships, having previously worked…
Instagram has expanded its original content policy to include photos and carousel posts, extending rules that were earlier limited to reels, as the platform sharpens its focus on promoting authentic creators. The update means that creators producing original photos, videos, and edited content reflecting their own perspective are more likely to receive greater visibility in recommendations. On the other hand, content that is reposted without meaningful changes may see reduced reach and could become ineligible for discovery among users who do not already follow the account. Instagram clarified that creators can still use third-party material, such as memes or trending…
Indian investments in the United States have reached approximately $16.4 billion, supporting around 70,800 jobs, according to a senior US official, highlighting the growing economic ties between the two countries. Speaking at a CII India Reception on the sidelines of the SelectUSA Investment Summit in Maryland, Brandon Remington, Deputy Undersecretary at the US Department of Commerce, said Indian companies are playing an increasingly important role in the US economy. He noted that Indian firms have also contributed about $330 million in research and development (R&D) spending and generated around $1.5 billion in exports, reflecting a broader impact beyond direct investments.…
New Delhi | March 2026 For millions of Indians stepping into the world of investing, the journey often begins with uncertainty and sometimes, costly mistakes. For Deshna Jain, that experience wasn’t just frustrating; it became the foundation for building a solution. MyFinPortfolio, her fintech venture, is designed to address one of India’s most overlooked gaps: access to unbiased, affordable investment advice. A Personal Problem, A National Gap Deshna’s entry into investing mirrors that of many young professionals. With steady income and ambition, she sought financial advice only to realise that most recommendations were driven by commissions rather than client outcomes.…
Healthy food brand Epigamia has appointed Ritesh Gauba as Chief Executive Officer, while elevating Ankur Goel to the role of co-founder and Chief Operating Officer, marking a key leadership transition for the company. Goel had been serving as the acting head of the company since December 2024, following the demise of co-founder Rohan Mirchandani. During this period, he worked alongside co-founder Uday Thakker and growth head Ajinkya Poundrik to steer the company’s operations. The leadership reshuffle comes after a strong growth phase for Epigamia, which reported over 50% revenue growth in FY26, along with improved profitability, indicating strengthening fundamentals in…
Dream Sports, the parent company of Dream11, has officially launched DreamStreet, an AI-powered stockbroking platform aimed at simplifying investing for India’s growing base of retail investors. The platform is designed primarily for first time investors, offering a simplified interface backed by AI-led insights and expert recommendations. At launch, DreamStreet enables users to invest in stocks and exchange-traded funds (ETFs), with plans to introduce futures and options (F&O) and IPO investments in the near term. A key feature of the platform is its AI assistant, “Veda,” which provides users with real time insights, portfolio guidance, and market analysis. The platform also…
Bengaluru based real estate developer Sobha Limited reported a strong performance in the March quarter of FY26, with net profit rising 125% year-on-year to ₹91.83 crore, compared to ₹40.4 crore in Q4 FY25. The company’s revenue from operations grew 59.8% to ₹2,300 crore during the quarter, driven by sustained demand for premium housing and strong execution across key markets. For the full financial year FY26, Sobha recorded a 30% increase in sales value to ₹8,135 crore, up from ₹6,276 crore in FY25. The company clocked ₹2,039 crore in sales value in Q4 FY26, reflecting steady momentum. Collections during the quarter…
Adani Group owned Ambuja Cements reported a nearly threefold jump in net profit to ₹1,644 crore in Q4 FY26, supported by tax gains and record cement sales volumes. The company’s profit growth was significantly aided by a tax credit of around ₹1,460 crore, which boosted its bottom line during the March quarter. Record Sales Volumes Support Growth Ambuja Cements achieved its highest ever quarterly sales volume of 19.9 million tonnes, marking a 10% year-on-year increase. The growth was largely driven by infrastructure led demand, which continues to underpin the cement sector. Revenue Sees Moderate Increase Revenue from operations rose 5.5%…
AI-driven data sharing startup Banza has raised $1 million in a pre-seed funding round led by Campus Fund, with participation from Avalanche and a group of angel investors. The company said the fresh capital will be deployed to accelerate product development, enhance user experience, and expand its team, as it builds the foundation for a new category it calls personal AI. Building the “AI Twin” Founded in January 2026 by Mehdi A and Aditya Vijayakumar, Banza is developing a concept it calls an AI Twin a personalised digital intelligence that learns continuously from a user’s behaviour. The platform is designed…