Fortune India’s Startup Summit 2026 in Bengaluru drew founders, investors, policymakers and ecosystem players this week, but the conversation wasn’t just about rapid scale or valuations — it was about building enduring value, harnessing artificial intelligence, and solving real problems for ‘Bharat’. Experts said the focus is shifting from scale-first growth toward sustainable…
In a bold move that could redefine the future of online job platforms in India, Info Edge has elevated Jatin Thukral to Chief AI Scientist and Chief Product Officer of Naukri. This strategic shake-up comes as the company doubles down on its AI-first approach, signaling that artificial intelligence is no longer just a supporting tool—it’s now the engine driving growth, innovation, and…
MyNaksh, an innovative astrology platform aimed at delivering deeply personalized experiences, has raised Rs 7.5 crore in a pre-seed funding round. The round was led by Eximius Ventures and Gemba Capital, with participation from a curated network of angel investors and operators, including Infinyte Club. The investment will enable the startup to further develop its AI-driven platform and expand…
Kunal Bahl’s Titan Capital Launches New Investment Vertical to Support India’s Defence-Tech Startups
In a bold move aimed at accelerating India’s defence capabilities, Titan Capital, one of the country’s most active seed-stage venture capital firms, has launched a dedicated investment vertical focused on defence-tech startups. This new initiative comes at a time when geopolitical tensions are rising, and innovations in fields like AI, drone warfare, and satellite systems are reshaping the…
Union Minister Piyush Goyal recently found himself at the center of a heated debate following comments he made about the Indian startup ecosystem. The controversy erupted when Goyal suggested that Indian startups should shift their focus from small-scale industries, like grocery delivery apps, to high-tech sectors such as semiconductors, AI, robotics, and machine learning. His remarks were…
India’s tech landscape is about to get a major boost. Bhavish Aggarwal, the visionary behind Ola, has launched an ambitious new AI venture called Krutrim, and it’s making waves with some big moves. Krutrim has partnered with Lenovo to build what is set to be India’s largest supercomputer—an advanced computing powerhouse aimed at revolutionizing the country’s position in the global AI…
Darwinbox Raises $140 Million to Revolutionize HR Tech
Darwinbox, an innovative HR technology company, has raised an impressive $140 million in its latest funding round. This funding was co-led by Partners Group and KKR, with Gravity Holdings also contributing. This significant financial boost will help Darwinbox accelerate its global expansion and fuel further development of its AI-powered HR…
Mumbai-based venture capital firm Triton is making waves with the announcement of the first close of its second fund, Triton Fund II. Raising an impressive ₹120 crore so far, the firm is aiming to grow the fund to ₹240 crore ($28 million)—a significant leap from the size of its first fund. Here’s everything you need to know about Triton’s new venture and how it plans to back the next…
In a major leap for the future of IT service management, Atomicwork, an innovative AI-driven startup, has raised $25 million in a Series A funding round. The round was led by Khosla Ventures and Z47, with participation from Battery Ventures, Blume Ventures, and Peak XV Partners. This new infusion of capital is set to accelerate Atomicwork’s mission to revolutionize how businesses handle IT…
In an exciting new development, trackNOW, a Gujarat-based startup specializing in advanced telematics tracking solutions, has successfully raised an undisclosed amount in an extended seed funding round. This round was led by none other than Yohan Poonawalla, Chairman of the Poonawalla Engineering Group, and Michelle Poonawalla, Managing Director of Poonawalla Engineering Companies. The investment…
