#venture-capital
Nikhil Kamath has a '100' funding message for startups: Zerodha co-founder backs post urging startups to raise enough money to stay comfortable for “a year or two” as “next year could be bad”
Nikhil Kamath advice for startups: The Zerodha co-founder expressed agreement with a warning that startups should raise capital soon due to uncertain conditions. A social media post highlighted the importance of securing enough money for the next one or two y…
Indian start-ups being acquired 2X faster as incumbents look to buy capabilities
Beyond acquisitions, IPO timelines have also shortened with the average years from first funding to IPO going down from 14 years to 8.5 years
India tech funding rises 7% to $10.3 billion in first nine months of 2026
ndia's tech startups raised $10.3 billion in the first nine months of 2026 despite a 38 per cent decline in funding rounds, with capital concentrated in larger deals
Cab fleet operators attract fresh capital as EV, premium rides gain ground
Funding for India’s cab fleet operators has nearly doubled in 2026 as ride-hailing platforms and investors back fleet expansion to meet growing demand for electric, premium, and corporate transport.
Catch them young: VCs are scouting college campuses for the next big startup
Campus Fund is raising a $100 million fund as venture capital firms increasingly look to student-led startups for early bets, encouraged by a growing deal pipeline and successful follow-on rounds.
Google picks 20 AI startups for India Accelerator 2026 cohort
India : Adage Automation raises $24m led by InCred Growth Partners
Prosus bets bigger on India as PayU turns profitable, expands startup portfolio
Prosus strengthens its India strategy as PayU achieves profitability, expanding its startup portfolio and enhancing cross-platform synergies.
Google backs AI startup incubator for former employees with $350K in support
Google's support for AI startups fosters innovation while maintaining influence, potentially reshaping the AI landscape and investment dynamics. The post Google backs AI startup incubator for former employees with $350K in support appeared first on Crypto Bri…
HealthQuad looking at deeper opportunities in new age healthcare with its Fund III
L'Oréal-Innovist deal delivers windfall for early backers; hands founders Rs 800-900 crore
L'Oréal announced on Thursday that it would acquire a majority stake in Innovist. While the companies did not disclose financial details, people familiar with the transaction told ET that the deal values the Gurugram-based startup at around Rs 4,000 crore.
CtrlS Secures ₹7,000 Crore Commitment from CPP Investments to Scale Datacenter Infrastructure in India
At a Pre-Money Valuation of ₹44,914 Crore (C$6.6 Billion) , INR 3,000 Crore (C$441 Million) of the Proceeds to Be Used to Form a Joint Venture
Digital entertainment firm Rusk Media bags Rs 100 crore in funding led by Nazara Tech
Digital entertainment firm Rusk Media has secured Rs 100 crore in a funding round. Nazara Technologies led the investment with participation from InfoEdge Ventures, IvyCap Ventures, and Audacity VC. The capital will fuel expansion in content, platforms, and t…
Atom XVII launches ₹75 crore fund to back consumer-focused startups in India
Atom XVII plans to invest Rs 75 crore in India consumer startups over 2.5 years, backing pre-seed to Series A founders beyond Tier-1 cities.
Bengaluru startup ecosystem valued at $153 billion, top 6 in Asia: Report
Bengaluru's startup ecosystem is valued at $153 billion, ranking sixth in Asia and leading India in AI venture funding.
Why are India pubs , cafes and restaurants always crowded ? VC offers an explanation
6 Strategic MoUs , 40+ VC Firms , $2 . 6B+ AUM : Inside the VC Circle Bengaluru Launch
Venture investments halve in Apr to $2.7 bn as rupee depreciation weighs on sentiment
Venture capital and private equity investments in April saw a sharp decline. Funds invested $2.7 billion across 38 deals. This marks a significant drop compared to previous periods. Rupee depreciation and geopolitical tensions impacted investor sentiment. Rea…
PE, VC investments halve to $2.7 billion in April
Total fundraises hit 16-month low at $646 million across six funds, down 62 per cent sequentially and 41 per cent lower than April 2025 levels.
Biotech startup StrainX Bioworks raises $13 million in funding round led by Prime Venture Partners, Leo Capital
StrainX Bioworks, a synthetic biology and precision fermentation startup, has raised $13 million to advance its biotechnology platform. The company, with a team of over 100 experts, aims to scale production to 100,000 litres and forge global partnerships, pos…
Early to spot the winnable ideas
Discover how Artha India Ventures identifies winnable ideas and supports startups with a disciplined investment approach for long-term success.
Shastra VC launches $100 million fund to back deeptech, AI startups
The Bengaluru-based firm said the new vehicle will invest between $500,000 and $3 million in IP-led firms across these sectors. The launch marks a scale-up for the investor, formerly known as Veda VC, which deployed around $55 million across its first two fun…
Sadev Ventures appoints Ishan Kansal as cofounder and managing partner
Sadev Ventures welcomes Ishan Kansal as cofounder and managing partner. Kansal will be based in Bengaluru, marking the firm's plan for a second Indian office. This appointment coincides with Sadev Ventures' growth phase, aiming for Rs 1,000 crore in funds und…
General Catalyst just led a $63M bet on India's travel payments market | TechCrunch
Scapia, an Indian startup that combines travel booking with co-branded credit cards and mobile payments, said the deal doubles its valuation.
Indian agentic AI companies hitting it out of park, raise $60 million in 2026
The momentum continues from last year, when investments in agentic AI startups nearly doubled to $144 million from $75 million in 2024, show data from Venture Intelligence. They raised $121 million in 2023.
The Seed 100: The best early-stage investors of 2026
Business Insider's annual Seed 100 list recognizes the early-stage investors who provide crucial support to budding startups.
Silicon Road Ventures, Ajay Mahajan launch Rs 150-crore AI-focused startup fund
US venture capital fund Silicon Road Ventures has partnered with former Bank of America India MD Ajay Mahajan to launch a Rs 150-crore alternative investment fund. This fund will invest in early-stage startups developing Agentic AI solutions for B2B commerce …
Silicon Road Ventures, ex-BofA India MD form Rs 150-crore fund for investing in agentic AI startups
US venture capital fund Silicon Road Ventures has partnered with former Bank of America India MD Ajay Mahajan to launch a Rs 150-crore alternative investment fund. This fund will invest in early-stage startups developing Agentic AI solutions for B2B commerce …
Lightspeed eyes new India fund; plans smaller corpus of $300-350 million
The venture capital firm, which was initially looking to raise as much as $500 million for its fifth India fund, has now cut the target size to around $300-350 million, the people said, requesting anonymity as the discussions are private.
Why venture capital firms want Indian AI founders in Silicon Valley early
Indian AI startups targeting global markets are now advised by venture capital firms to establish an early US presence, particularly in San Francisco. This strategic shift is driven by the critical need for proximity to customers, capital, talent, and emergin…