In a meaningful step towards social responsibility, HousesOption Pune’s leading zero-brokerage real estate company organized a Traffic Rules Awareness Campaign at the Balewadi traffic signal, urging citizens to drive responsibly and follow road safety norms. The initiative, held under the company’s community outreach program, saw active participation from the entire HousesOption team. With placards carrying messages such as “Drive Safe,” “Follow Traffic Rules,” and “Be Responsible,” the campaign aimed to remind commuters of the importance of discipline and mindfulness on the roads. Founded by Mr. Kunal Gholap, HousesOption has consistently advocated for purpose-driven business practices that extend beyond real estate.…
Author: Aman Atulya
Digital investment platform Groww made a strong debut on the Indian stock exchanges, listing at Rs 114 per share on the BSE, marking a 14% premium over its issue price of Rs 100. On the NSE, the stock opened at Rs 112, outperforming its modest grey market premium (GMP) of 3%. The Rs 6,632 crore IPO comprised a fresh issue worth Rs 1,060 crore and an offer-for-sale (OFS) of Rs 5,572 crore. The offering was open for subscription between November 4 and 7 with a price band of Rs 95–100 per share. Strong Investor Demand Across Categories According to exchange…
Mumbai-based D2C home and lifestyle brand Haus & Kinder has raised $3.3 million (₹30 crore) in a funding round led by Sauce VC, marking a significant step in its growth journey. The round also saw participation from prominent angel investors, including Yogesh Kabra (founder of XYXX), Sangeet Agrawal and Navin Parwal (founders of Mokobara), and the Chona Family (founders of Hocco Ice Cream). Founded by Saket Dhankar and Kanupriya Anand Haus & Kinder was co-founded in 2018 by Saket Dhankar (CEO) and Kanupriya Anand with the vision of building a modern home and lifestyle brand that blends global design sensibilities…
Bringing Deep-Tech to Mental Healthcare The Cadabams Group, one of India’s leading mental healthcare institutions, has invested $7.3 million (₹65 crore) in its newly launched digital mental health platform, MindTalk. The initiative marks one of the largest technology-led expansions in India’s mental health sector, combining Cadabams’ three decades of clinical experience with next-generation AI and deep learning systems. The funds will be utilised over the next 12–18 months to enhance AI infrastructure, deepen clinical research integration, and expand MindTalk’s deep learning capabilities, the company said in a press release. AI Meets Clinical Expertise MindTalk’s deep agent model integrates large language…
Consolidation in India’s Auto Marketplace In a move that could reshape India’s auto classifieds industry, CarTrade Tech has confirmed discussions to acquire its rival CarDekho, according to a stock exchange filing. The potential merger, if finalised, would unite two of the country’s largest online auto platforms under one entity, marking one of the most significant startup deals of 2025. “These discussions are limited to the automotive classifieds businesses and do not include financing, insurance, or other non-automotive verticals,” CarTrade clarified. The company added that “no binding or definitive agreement has been executed so far.” Deal Could Value CarDekho at $1.2…
Historic Foray into Battery Energy Storage The Adani Group has announced its entry into the Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) segment with a 1,126-megawatt project capable of storing 3,530 megawatt-hours (MWh) of energy. Scheduled for commissioning in March 2026, the installation will be India’s largest and among the world’s biggest single-location battery storage projects. Based on lithium-ion battery technology, the project is currently in advanced development at Khavda, Gujarat, a key hub for Adani’s renewable energy operations. “With this historic project, we are not only setting global benchmarks but also reinforcing our commitment to India’s energy independence and sustainability,” said…
Rainmatter Leads Seed Round with Notable Angels Bengaluru-based Praan Health, a lifestyle-first chronic care platform for parents aged 50 and above, has raised ₹8.5 crore in seed funding led by Rainmatter Investments, with participation from WEH Ventures and prominent angel investors including Alakh Pandey and Prateek Maheshwari (PhysicsWallah), and Arjun Vaidya, among others. The fresh capital will be used to enhance technology and product capabilities, expand clinical and coaching teams, and strengthen nationwide service delivery, the company said in a statement. Lifestyle-First Approach to Chronic Care Founded in 2024 by Navneeth Ramprasad, Praan Health focuses on helping parents live longer,…
Atomic Capital Leads Pre-Series A Round Pune-based D2C and enterprise fulfillment startup QuickShift has raised ₹22 crore (around $2.6 million) in a pre-Series A round led by Atomic Capital, with participation from Axilor Ventures and other investors. The company plans to deploy the fresh funds to strengthen its AI-driven fulfillment platform, expand operations across North and South India, and enhance omni-channel capabilities while bolstering its leadership team. Building an AI-Driven Fulfillment Ecosystem Founded by Anshul Goenka, QuickShift provides a plug-and-play fulfillment and supply chain platform that combines technology, infrastructure, and logistics to give brands real-time visibility and control over their…
Z47 and TVS Capital Lead Investment Round Digital lending platform Finnable has secured ₹250 crore (approximately $30 million) in a new funding round led by Z47 and TVS Capital, with additional participation from the MEMG Family Office, managed by Ranjan Pai. This latest capital infusion comes after the company’s earlier ₹127 crore tranche, where Matrix Partners and India Nippon contributed. With this round, Finnable’s total funding now exceeds ₹540 crore, marking one of the most substantial fundraises in India’s lending-tech segment this quarter. The company plans to utilize the fresh funds to upgrade its technology stack, expand its branch network,…
Transition VC Leads Kerala Startup’s First Funding Round Kerala-based AI startup Greenfi has raised $2 million in its first funding round led by Transition VC. The funds will be used to expand globally, enhance its product capabilities, and grow sales and marketing teams as the company scales operations across international markets. AI-Powered Platform for ESG Due Diligence Founded in 2023 by Barun Chandran, Greenfi operates an AI-driven environmental, social, and governance (ESG) risk management platform that automates due diligence and compliance workflows for enterprises. The platform enables organizations to assess sustainability performance, manage ESG risks, and receive real-time, role-based recommendations…