Govt’s new ‘law-to-code’ push; UpGrad’s $1.7 billion valuationHappy Wednesday! The government plans to translate legal provisions into software code that enforces compliance by design. This and more in...
20 May, 2026, 07.50 AM IST
Early-stage vertical commerce startups continue to draw VC interest across beauty, fashion, servicesInvestors are pouring money into quick commerce startups across fashion, beauty, and services. Companies like Firi, Dazzl, and Klydo are se...
20 May, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Indian agentic AI companies hitting it out of park, raise $60 million in 2026The momentum continues from last year, when investments in agentic AI startups nearly doubled to $144 million from $75 million in 2024, sho...
19 May, 2026, 10.17 AM IST
Nvidia may lead AI startup Simplismart’s $20 million fundraise at $100 million valuationChipmaking giant Nvidia is reportedly in advanced talks to lead a $20 million funding round for Simplismart, valuing the AI infrastructure ...
18 May, 2026, 10.45 AM IST
ETtech Deals Digest: Startups raise $790 million in second week of MayRapido's substantial $730 million funding round significantly boosted Indian startup investments this week, reaching approximately $790 mil...
16 May, 2026, 01.35 PM IST
'Nao' is the time: Why Diageo India is backing this Indian craft gin producerAnand Virmani, Co-Founder & Master Distiller, Goa-based Nao Spirits & Beverages, explains how they marketed India’s first craft gin, Greate...
16 May, 2026, 10.12 AM IST
Insurance companies see a growth path in ecommerce, fintech embedded modelsEmbedded insurance is expanding in ecommerce and fintech, with payment and online retail platforms bundling protection for merchants. Start...
12 May, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Rocket dreams and unicorns: Investors bet on a long and high rideIndia's private space sector is experiencing a surge in global investment. Skyroot Aerospace has become the country's first space unicorn, ...
11 May, 2026, 09.17 PM IST
Instant househelp orders jump; Agnikul eyes new fundingHappy Monday! Instant house help startups collectively reached three million monthly bookings in April. This and more in today's ETtech Mor...
11 May, 2026, 07.42 AM IST
Neobank Fi Money’s cofounder Sumit Gwalani steps down after six yearsFi Money cofounder Sumit Gwalani has exited the startup. This follows the shutdown of Fi Money's banking service in March. The company is s...
08 May, 2026, 09.24 PM IST
Digital banking platform Freo acquires credit marketplace IndiaLendsBengaluru-based digital banking platform Freo has acquired credit marketplace IndiaLends, which will continue to operate as a separate enti...
08 May, 2026, 01.33 PM IST
Skyroot Aerospace, KreditBee among latest startups to enter unicorn clubIndia's startup scene is experiencing significant growth. Several new companies have achieved unicorn status, valued at over $1 billion. Sk...
08 May, 2026, 11.52 AM IST
Ola Consumer's FY25 revenue drops 42%, losses widen, as company begins prep for IPOOla Consumer is moving ahead with its IPO plans. However, its recent financial reports show a significant drop in revenue and a doubling of...
07 May, 2026, 10.37 PM IST
UpGrad to acquire Unacademy for Rs 2,055 crore, 90% below peak valuationAfter on-again, off-again talks, Ronnie Screwvala-run edtech firm UpGrad is acquiring UpGrad in a cut price deal. UpGrad is also raising an...
05 May, 2026, 12.02 AM IST
D2C menstrual hygiene startup HealthFab raises Rs 20 crore from Atomic CapitalBengaluru's HealthFab, a menstrual hygiene startup, secured Rs 20 crore from Atomic Capital. The funding will fuel expansion beyond period ...
04 May, 2026, 06.25 PM IST
ETtech Deals Digest: Startups raise $66 million this week, down 33% on-yearStartup funding saw a 33% year-on-year decline, with $66 million raised in the week to February 24, though this was a 43.8% increase from t...
24 Apr, 2026, 10.01 PM IST
John Distilleries open to further stake sale to Sazerac, founder saysJohn Distilleries founder Paul John is open to selling his remaining stake to US spirits group Sazerac. Sazerac already holds a significant...
23 Apr, 2026, 11.02 AM IST