Startup

MS Dhoni Bets Big on Biryani! House of Biryan Raises Rs 32 Cr to Take Over the Global Food Scene

What do cricket legends and biryani have in common? They’re both winning hearts — and now, teaming up for global domination. In a sizzling twist, MS Dhoni has just backed House of Biryan (HoB) in its latest Rs 32 crore ($3.66 million) funding round — and the internet can’t stop talking about it. The fast-rising food-tech platform, co-founded by Michelin-starred chefs Mohammed Bhol and…
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Small-Town Supermarket Startup SuperK Just Doubled Its Valuation — And Scored $12M from Binny Bansal-Backed Investors

In a major win for India’s fast-growing retail tech scene, SuperK, the branded retail franchise targeting small towns, has just bagged $12 million in Series B funding — and with it, a whopping 2.4X jump in valuation! From a $23 million valuation in its Series A, SuperK now boasts a staggering $56 million post-money valuation — a clear signal that investors are betting big on India’s Tier 2…
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Featured

Chardonnay: Redefining Formal Footwear for the Modern Professional

In India’s rapidly evolving formal footwear market, professionals have long faced an impossible choice: affordable but outdated designs with no comfort, or premium brands that offer quality at a price far out of reach. Chardonnay was born to change that. A Brand Born From a Painful Realization The idea for Chardonnay came after one of the founders endured a day of painful strides and reduced…
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Sereniv Skin Science: Redefining Beauty with Nature and Integrity

In the bustling city of Aligarh, Sereniv Skin Science has emerged as a beacon of innovation in the skincare industry, blending nature’s wisdom with scientific precision. Launched in mid-2025, this herbal skincare brand offers a refreshing alternative to chemical-laden products, prioritizing clean, cruelty-free, and transparent formulations. With a mission to simplify skincare routines while…
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Startup

Google’s Neha Markanda Joins ShareChat as Chief Business Officer — Get Ready for a Game-Changing Growth Spurt

In a power move that’s set to shake up India’s social media landscape, ShareChat has roped in none other than Google’s Neha Markanda as its new Chief Business Officer. If you thought ShareChat was already a giant, just wait — the tech titan’s newest hire promises to supercharge its growth and brand partnerships like never before. Markanda, a seasoned pro with over 22 years of experience…
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Business

Samsung Now Makes Laptops in India — First Locally Assembled Devices Hit the Market from Greater Noida Plant

Samsung Electronics has officially kicked off laptop manufacturing in India, marking a significant expansion of its local production footprint under the Indian government’s flagship “Make in India” initiative. The South Korean tech giant has started assembling laptops at its Greater Noida facility, which already serves as a production hub for smartphones, tablets, wearables, and feature…
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Startup

Premji Invest and Lightspeed Pump $170M into Weaver Services to Disrupt India’s Affordable Housing Finance Market

Weaver Services, a tech-first housing finance platform, has secured $170 million in fresh funding from marquee investors Premji Invest and Lightspeed, marking one of the largest investments in India’s affordable housing finance space this year. The capital infusion aims to revolutionize home financing for India’s vast underserved population, particularly self-employed individuals in tier-2 and…
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Captain Fresh’s Rs 1,700 Crore IPO: A Game-Changer for India’s Seafood Industry

Captain Fresh, a global packaged seafood company, is poised to make a major splash in the Indian startup ecosystem and the seafood industry alike with its upcoming initial public offering (IPO). The company plans to raise Rs 1,700 crore (approximately $200 million) through a fresh issue of shares, as revealed by regulatory filings accessed recently. When combined with an offer for sale (OFS), the…
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Artha India Ventures Smashes Records with Rs 1,200 Crore Fund Close — Here’s Why This Could Change the Indian Startup Game Forever

India’s hottest microVC just leveled up big time. Artha India Ventures has officially closed its latest fund, pushing total assets under management past a staggering Rs 1,200 crore — and it’s laser-focused on backing only the absolute best. Dubbed the game-changer for the much-talked-about “missing middle” of Indian startups, this fund zeroes in on Series B and C stage companies that are…
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Natasha Malpani Just Dropped Rs 200 Crore Into India’s AI Gold Rush — And She’s Betting on Founders Before the Hype Hits

Ex-Kae Capital Partner Launches Boundless Ventures to Back the Next Wave of AI Giants — From India to the World India’s AI startup scene just got a major shot of adrenaline — and it’s coming from someone who knows exactly what the future looks like. Natasha Malpani, former partner at Kae Capital and one of India’s sharpest startup investors, has quietly launched a Rs 200 crore venture…
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