India’s digital payments giant Paytm has unveiled a new feature that could change the way millions of Indians shop and pay. In collaboration with Suryoday Small Finance Bank, Paytm is rolling out “Paytm Postpaid: Credit Line on UPI”, a service that allows users to spend now and repay next month.
This launch comes at a time when more consumers are looking for flexible, interest-free credit…
EVamp Technologies Raises Rs 7 Crore to Scale Charger Manufacturing and Expand Mobilane Network
The race to power India’s electric vehicle (EV) revolution just got a major boost. EVamp Technologies, the company behind the Mobilane EV charging network, has raised Rs 7 crore in its first round of funding.
With this fresh capital, the startup plans to expand its nationwide EV charging…
Gold has been used as an investment vehicle for centuries. In earlier times, it was used to display wealth and build tangible assets.
Despite the introduction of numerous other investment vehicles like stocks, Forex, and shares, gold remains popular. That said, what exactly are the benefits of trading gold? And are there any downsides people aren’t discussing? Here’s a brief breakdown:
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In the fast-changing digital world, communities hold more power than ads — they shape culture, conversations, and consumer choices. At the centre of this shift is Komal Dixit, founder of ClassyWomenn, one of the largest women-focused platforms online. With millions of women engaging daily, ClassyWomenn has evolved from a page into a thriving community, giving women a voice and brands an…
Fintech unicorn MobiKwik has issued a clarification regarding the recent ₹40 crore fraud incident reported in Haryana, stating that the issue was not the result of a cyberattack but rather an isolated internal technical glitch. The company confirmed that customer balances, legitimate merchants, and banks were not impacted, and recovery measures are already underway.
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API Holdings, the parent company of online pharmacy unicorn PharmEasy, is turning once again to debt markets to manage its obligations. The company announced that it will raise Rs 1,700 crore ($193 million) through redeemable non-convertible debentures (NCDs), pledging the shares of its listed subsidiary Thyrocare Technologies to secure the deal.
The proceeds from this fresh round of borrowing…
From Cricket Fields to Kitchen Tables
South African cricket legend AB de Villiers has lent his name to many iconic innings—but now, his backing is helping fuel a very different kind of performance: India’s daily nutrition.
Bengaluru-based Supply6, a direct-to-consumer (D2C) nutrition startup, has raised $1.1 million (Rs 9.1 crore) in a seed funding round led by Zeropearl VC. The round also saw…
India’s fine jewellery market is getting a modern, sustainable makeover—and at the heart of it is Lucira, a design-first jewellery brand that’s betting big on lab-grown diamonds and recycled gold. The startup has just raised $5.5 million in its maiden seed funding round, led by Blume Ventures with participation from Spring Marketing Capital, SiriusOne Capital Fund, and a group of prominent…
PeLocal’s $5 Million Power Move
India’s fintech scene just scored another big win. Chennai-based PeLocal, a rising fintech startup, has raised $5 million in a Series A round led by UNLEASH Capital Partners and Unicorn India Ventures, with support from top angel investors.
This comes less than a year after PeLocal’s previous $2 million raise in October 2024, showing investor confidence in its…
India’s Gaming Industry Faces Its Biggest Test Yet
India’s booming online gaming sector has hit a wall. Just weeks after the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025 banned real-money gaming nationwide, one of the industry’s biggest names, Gameskraft, has been forced to pull the plug on its operations.
The Bengaluru-based company announced on Thursday that it is laying off 120…
