Full-stack lending platform Mannjal has secured ₹17.5 crore ($2.1 million) in a seed round led by Arali Ventures and B Capital, with participation from Sparrow Capital and Gemba Capital. The funds will be used to expand its lender network and accelerate product development as the company scales across India’s priority-sector lending ecosystem. Transforming Credit Distribution for Financial InstitutionsFounded in 2023 by Prashant Adurty, Aman Bhargava, and Harshit Lingamneni, Mannjal provides an integrated platform that enables financial institutions to distribute priority-sector and impact-linked credit efficiently and at scale. The startup supports the entire lending lifecycle—from field operations and origination to credit…
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Mirror Security, a GenAI-native cybersecurity startup, has raised $2.5 million in a pre-seed round led by Sure Valley Ventures (SVV) and Atlantic Bridge, marking a strong early validation for its encrypted AI security technology. Building Global Teams and Accelerating Product DevelopmentThe fresh capital will be used to expand the company’s engineering and AI security teams across Ireland, the US, and India, and fast-track product development in encrypted inferencing and secure fine-tuning. Mirror Security is also preparing for an aggressive entry into the US enterprise market, where demand for AI confidentiality and compliance solutions is climbing rapidly. Founded in 2024 by…
AI roleplay and experiential learning platform Yoodli has raised $40 million in its Series B round, led by WestBridge Capital with participation from Neotribe and Madrona. The latest fundraise brings Yoodli’s total capital to nearly $60 million, following its Series A in May 2025. Expanding AI Coaching and Enterprise Learning CapabilitiesThe fresh funds will be used to broaden Yoodli’s AI coaching capabilities, analytics, and personalization, while deepening its presence in enterprise learning, go-to-market enablement, and professional development. The company plans to grow its product, AI research, and customer success teams as it accelerates global expansion. Founded in 2021 by Varun…
SoftBank-backed e-commerce marketplace Meesho has secured ₹2,439 crore from anchor investors at the upper price band of ₹111 per share, marking one of the strongest anchor responses for an Indian tech IPO in recent years. The anchor book drew nearly ₹80,000 crore in bids, translating to an oversubscription of around 32 times. Strong Domestic and Global ParticipationAs per the company’s stock exchange filing, Meesho allotted 21.97 crore shares to anchor investors. Of this, 9.37 crore shares (43.6%) were subscribed by 14 domestic mutual funds across 52 schemes, contributing ₹867 crore. The anchor list includes a powerful mix of domestic and…
Aéromé, India’s leading ambience scenting brand, has made its long-awaited entry into the personal fragrance space with the launch of Scentitude, a six-fragrance collection crafted in collaboration with some of the world’s most celebrated master perfumers. The debut marks a significant evolution for Aéromé, a company best known for shaping the olfactory identities of India’s top luxury hotels, airports, retail destinations, and cultural spaces. To bring Scentitude to life, Aéromé partnered with a distinguished global lineup including Christian Provenzano (Morocco), Kevin Mattys (France), Angela Stavrevska (Britain), Santosh Shinde (India), and Elise Pierre (Normandy). Their expertise coupled with Aéromé’s deep mastery…
Indrajaal Drone Defence has unveiled India’s first Anti-Drone Patrol Vehicle (ADPV) a fully mobile, AI-enabled counter-drone combat system engineered to transform how India detects, tracks, and neutralises hostile drones across borders, cities, and critical infrastructure. Unlike traditional vehicle-mounted anti-drone units that work only when stationary, the ADPV called the Indrajaal Ranger can actively detect and intercept rogue drones while in motion, delivering real-time protection across border roads, agricultural belts, coastal zones, industrial corridors, and dense urban environments. A Response to Escalating Drone Threats The development comes amid a steep rise in drone-based trafficking and infiltration. Recent incidents including ISI-linked cross-border…
OG Media 360 has announced the acquisition of Times of Business, a 1.4 million strong Instagram-led business news community, marking a significant expansion of its digital-first media network. The move strengthens the company’s fast-growing DOC Media Universe, which already includes StartupByDOC, BusinessByDOC and Startup India Stories. With this acquisition, Times of Business’ business updates, market insights and startup-focused content will integrate into OG Media 360’s existing social-led verticals, enhancing the organisation’s reach and deepening its presence among founders, professionals and India’s new-age business audience. Commenting on the announcement, Ankit Chowdhary, Founder & CEO, OG Media 360, said the acquisition reflects…
Finfactor, the parent company of Finvu Account Aggregator, has raised $15 million in its Series A funding round, led by WestBridge Capital with participation from existing investors Varanium Capital, DMI Sparkle Fund and IIFL Fintech Fund. The company previously secured $2.5 million in July 2022, marking a sharp scale-up in investor confidence as India’s Account Aggregator (AA) ecosystem gains momentum. Strengthening India’s Data Exchange InfrastructureFinvu Account Aggregator is one of India’s key AA platforms, enabling secure, consent-based data sharing for banks, NBFCs, insurers, stockbrokers and wealth advisors. The company claims to have facilitated financial data exchange for more than 50…
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries has introduced its globally successful biologic therapy Ilumya (Tildrakizumab) in India, marking a major expansion of its specialty medicines portfolio in its home market. The launch brings to Indian patients a treatment that has already built blockbuster status across 35 countries, including the US. A Significant Step in Sun Pharma’s Specialty PushIlumya is a next-generation IL-23 inhibitor used for moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis, a chronic immune-mediated disease that affects up to 2.8% of Indians. The drug has been central to Sun Pharma’s global specialty business, which reported $333 million in Q2FY26 revenue, rising 16.4% year-on-year. For the first…
AIESEC in Delhi IIT, in collaboration with the Office of Academic Outreach and New Initiatives at IIT Delhi, has announced the return of Stand By HER 2025, one of its flagship initiatives dedicated to advancing gender equality, women empowerment, and social inclusion. Scheduled for November 29, 2025, the event will bring together youth leaders, corporates, educational institutions, NGOs, and community voices to drive collaborative, impact-led action. Envisioned as a transformative platform, Stand By HER aims to amplify women’s voices, address the structural and cultural challenges they face, and co-create sustainable solutions. Over the years, the initiative has evolved into a…