In a surprising move, Shraeyansh Thakur, one of the key figures at Peak XV Partners (formerly Sequoia Capital India), has announced that he is leaving the venture capital firm after almost a decade. Thakur, who has made significant contributions to the startup ecosystem during his tenure, is now ready to embark on an exciting entrepreneurial journey of his own.
A Major Exit from Peak XV…
In a move set to change the game for early-stage fundraising, ValueBridge Capital, a part of the Merisis Group, has acquired Boon Capital, a prominent investment banking firm known for its expertise in venture funding. This strategic acquisition not only strengthens Merisis Group’s position in the startup ecosystem but also positions it to better support startups through every stage of their…
India’s startup ecosystem is booming, and Finvolve, a multi-stage venture capital (VC) firm, is diving into the action with big plans for 2025. The fund has announced it will invest a hefty Rs 350 crore into 40-45 startups across various stages of growth. After deploying Rs 100 crore in 2024 to back 27 startups, Finvolve is now setting its sights on fueling even more innovation and growth in the…
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 bold move, Priyanka Gill, the co-founder of The Good Glamm Group, has officially stepped down from her role as a venture partner at Kalaari Capital. Why? She’s venturing into exciting new territory with her own startup – COLUXE, a brand offering lab-grown diamonds in stunning, contemporary designs. Here’s everything you need to know about this fresh new venture and what’s next for…
Want to know where the future of Indian startups is heading? SamVed, a US-based venture capital firm, is putting its money where the opportunity lies, with a new $50 million fund aimed at early-stage tech companies in India. Here’s why this is a game-changer for Indian entrepreneurs!
Introduction: The Big Bet on India’s Startup Ecosystem
In an exciting move for India’s tech startup…
Urban Company, the popular home services platform, is gearing up for a major move in the market with plans to file for a Rs 3,000 crore IPO by March-end. If you’ve been following the rise of home service apps in India, this development is huge. Here’s everything you need to know about Urban Company’s big plans to go public, and what it means for investors and the home services industry.
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Riceberg Ventures, a global venture capital firm, is making waves in the world of technology with the launch of its $20 million fund aimed at supporting the next wave of DeepTech startups. This new initiative is set to back some of the most promising companies in fields like space technology, artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, novel energy solutions, semiconductors, and quantum…
BluSmart Set to Raise $50 Million at $335 Million Valuation—The EV Ride-Hailing Startup Making Waves
BluSmart Gears Up for $50 Million Funding Round at $335 Million Valuation
The electric vehicle (EV) ride-hailing startup BluSmart is on the brink of a major milestone. The Gurugram-based company is set to raise a massive $50 million in its latest funding round, bringing its pre-money valuation to $335 million. If successful, this funding could turbocharge BluSmart’s plans for growth, expansion…
SanchiConnect and YourNest Invest Big in India’s Deeptech Startups
In a game-changing move for India’s deeptech startup scene, SanchiConnect, in collaboration with YourNest Venture Capital, has committed a whopping Rs 48 crore (around $6 million) to support eight innovative startups. This investment is part of the Velocity Accelerator Program (VAP), a unique initiative designed to fuel the…
