Author: Shashank Prakash

Bengaluru-based wealthtech platform Stable Money has raised $20 million (INR 173 crore) in a strategic funding round led by Fundamentum Partnership, a venture capital fund co-founded by Nandan Nilekani and Sanjeev Aggarwal. The round also saw continued backing from existing investors Z47, RTP Global, and Lightspeed, with Aditya Birla Ventures joining as a new participant. The latest infusion marks a significant milestone for the fintech startup, which had previously secured $20 million across its Seed and Series A rounds. Earlier backers include top-tier investors and prominent angels such as Sriharsha Majety (Swiggy), Kunal Bahl, and Rohit Bansal (Snapdeal). Founded in…

Plush, the Chennai-based feminine care brand redefining hygiene and wellness for women in India, is preparing for a major growth leap with its upcoming Series B funding round. The company is raising ₹30.56 crore (approx. $3.6 million), marking a nearly 3X jump in valuation to ₹281 crore (~$33 million), as per filings sourced from the Registrar of Companies. This round is being led by angel investor Ajay Kumar Aggarwal, who is investing ₹6 crore. He is joined by Careernet Technologies (₹5 crore), OTP Ventures (₹3 crore), Blume Ventures (₹4 crore), and a group of eleven other investors including Blue Ashva…

In a world full of brands chasing trends, Hyderabadi Chai is quietly brewing a revolution—steeped in culture, community, and conscious entrepreneurship. Founded in 2024 by Rayhan, a visionary with a heart for storytelling and a mind for marketing, this Hyderabad-born brand is redefining what a cup of chai can mean to millions of Indians. From One Outlet to a Nation-Wide Movement What began as a humble outlet has blossomed into a thriving franchise-based model spreading across cities, towns, and villages of India. But Hyderabadi Chai is not just another tea shop—it’s a platform built on purpose. The mission is clear:…

India’s fastest-growing men’s fashion brand, Snitch, has successfully raised up to $40 million in its Series B funding round. The latest capital infusion pushes the company’s valuation beyond ₹2,500 crore, marking a significant milestone in its rapid growth journey. Key Investors: Brand Snapshot: Utilization of Funds: Why It Matters:This investment signals growing investor appetite for scalable, brand-first fashion startups in India. Snitch is well-positioned to become a dominant force in the menswear segment by merging speed, style, and tech-driven retail innovation. Bottom Line:With a strong funding round and rising consumer demand, Snitch is not just growing — it is shaping…

From Mega Fundraises to Future-Ready Infrastructure, India’s Business Pulse Is Beating Louder Than Ever Catch the top 10 startup and business headlines in India today — from Madhya Pradesh’s investment boom to Adani, Flipkart, and Chalo raising big capital. The ecosystem is thriving with fintech, fashion, and hydrogen energy leading the charge. Top 10 Business & Startup Stories Today: 1. Madhya Pradesh: India’s Fastest-Growing Investment Magnet With ₹30 lakh crore in investment proposals in the past year, MP is becoming a powerhouse of infrastructure — from metro lines to airports and expressways. The state is setting the tone for India’s…

India’s new-age tech startups are showing signs of financial maturity. In Q4 FY25, 11 out of 17 publicly listed digital-first companies either turned profitable or significantly reduced their losses — marking a notable shift in India’s startup landscape. Winners Leading the Charge E-commerce beauty platform Nykaa posted a 20% YoY revenue growth and doubled its profits, thanks to better inventory control and stronger margins. Policybazaar (PB Fintech) also reported strong profitability, proving that insurtech can scale with profits. Logistics platform Delhivery recorded its first full year of profitability, a major milestone after years of burn-heavy scaling. Ather Energy, despite EV…

India-based agritech innovator GROWiT has raised $3 million in a Series A funding round led by GVFL, along with contributions from Veloce Opportunities Fund, JITO, We Founder Circle, Sunicon Ventures Fund, Progrowth Ventures, and Hyderabad Angels. This strategic infusion of capital will fuel the company’s expansion, upgrade its research and development ecosystem, and strengthen technology infrastructure to better serve farmers. The startup intends to leverage the investment to grow its footprint in the domestic market, scale exports to Africa and emerging global markets, and enhance its suite of climate-smart agricultural tools. By focusing on affordable, tech-enabled, and sustainable solutions, GROWiT…

By SDOC The Indian startup ecosystem, known for its resilience and relentless innovation, demonstrated its strength once again this past week. From May 26 to May 31, 2025, 23 startups across sectors secured over $203 million in capital, showcasing an investment climate that remains optimistic, dynamic, and diversified. As India’s digital and consumer economies evolve, this flow of capital is not merely transactional—it’s a strategic endorsement of long-term value creation Capital Flow Across Sectors: A Broader, Deeper Bet on India This week’s funding highlights investor confidence across diverse sectors—from retail to fintech and deeptech. Citykart led with a $63M raise,…

CEO Mehrotra says, ‘The future looks bright’  Follow Us India-origin CEO-led Grammarly has raised $1 billion in non-dilutive financing from existing investor General Catalyst, marking one of the largest late-stage capital infusions in the AI productivity space this year. The funding comes months after Grammarly acquired Coda, a collaborative document platform, expanding its reach beyond writing assistance into enterprise productivity and workflow tools. The latest round was backed by General Catalyst’s Customer Value Fund, which focuses on go-to-market growth. Grammarly said the fresh capital will be used to scale sales and marketing and pursue strategic acquisitions. With over 40 million daily users…

KiranaPro, a quick commerce platform integrated with the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC), has acquired augmented reality startup Likeo in an all-stock transaction valued at $1 million. The move is aimed at enhancing BLACK, KiranaPro’s fashion-focused app built for Gen Z shoppers, with virtual try-on capabilities across categories including apparel, jewellery and eyewear. The acquisition brings Likeo’s visual computing and AI-led trial room experience into the BLACK app interface, making it the first in India to offer integrated, AI-powered virtual fittings. The feature is expected to roll out to users in phases over the coming weeks, beginning with early…