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Trupeer raises $3 mn to automate video production for software teams

Backed by RTP Global and Salesforce Ventures, Trupeer uses AI to turn screen recordings into polished demos, helping teams scale content without video skills

Flipkart offers $50 million stock buyback to employees ahead of planned IPO

Walmart-owned Flipkart is offering a $50 million stock buyback to employees, signaling confidence in its upcoming IPO and promising an additional liquidity event if performance targets are met

PhonePe retained top UPI spot with 46% market share in June, shows data

PhonePe maintains its leadership on the UPI leaderboard, capturing a 46.46% market share in June, processing over 8.54 billion transactions, according to NPCI data

VinFast partners with BatX Energies for electric vehicle battery recycling

The deal marks a major step towards building a localised and sustainable battery value chain for VinFast's India operations, including its upcoming Thoothukudi factory and after-sales services

Partners Group to acquire majority stake in Infinity Fincorp for ₹1,950 cr

With assets under management of over ₹12 billion, Infinity offers loans to entrepreneurs and small business owners in India's smaller cities, supporting them in achieving their growth goals

Gaming firms craft new strategies to cash in on gameplay, scale reach

At the heart of the monetisation game, companies are betting on two pillars: In-app purchases and revenue from advertising

Khetika bets big on clean-label food chain, looks to expand to 40 cities

The company has raised $18 million to expand tech-enabled farming platform that connects smallholders directly to consumers seeking chemical-free staples

Clean-label food startup Khetika raises ₹154 crore for expansion

Clean-label food startup Khetika on Monday said it has raised USD 18 million, or about Rs 154 crore, from a clutch of investors for expansion.

Zetwerk rides China+1 wave, eyes 80% revenue from global companies

Startup plans IPO in 12-18 months as global order book swells

Nykaa expects Q1FY26 consolidated net revenue to grow by around mid-20%

FSN E-Commerce projects Q1 FY26 revenue growth in the mid-20% range, led by strong performance in the beauty vertical, while fashion shows sequential improvement

Visioning expansion: IPO-bound Lenskart sets sights on AI glasses

The investment gives Lenskart access to Ajna's XR and AI tech as it plans to launch consumer-focused smart eyewear and raise $1 billion at a $10 billion valuation

India launches initiative to identify top 100 deep-tech startups

The #100DesiDeepTechs initiative, in partnership with Startup India, MEITY Startup Hub, and IIT Madras, aims to identify and support India's top deep-tech startups, fostering policy dialogue

Oyo's DanCenter to add 250 premium vacation homes across India in FY26

Oyo's European brand DanCenter currently operates in 9 states and UTs and aims to expand into Telangana and the North-East, focusing on upscale and niche travel segments

Matter Motor Works hunts for new tech as rare earth stocks deplete

Matter Motor's COO, Arun Pratap Singh, discusses the company's approach to tackling supply disruptions caused by rare earth magnet shortages and its plans to explore alternative technologies

GobbleCube raises $3.5 million to expand AI tools for consumer brands

InfoEdge Ventures leads Pre-Series A round as GobbleCube targets growth in hyperlocal commerce with AI-driven solutions for top consumer brands

Luma Fertility raises $4 mn in seed funding led by Peak XV's Surge

Luma Fertility, a Mumbai-based fertility health-tech startup, raises $4 million in seed funding to expand its services in Mumbai and beyond, with participation from Ameera Shah and Vijay Taparia

Gamezop expands to Bahrain, targets $6 million additional revenue

The Indian parent plans to invest $4 million to ramp up operations, hire local talent, and explore inorganic growth opportunities, including acquisitions

Runs to returns: How Virat Kohli is building a robust portfolio

With over 13 startups in his portfolio, the cricketer's off-field innings is as strategic as his on-field game

RDI scheme a major boost for R&D and deep-tech in India: Industry

With a two-tiered financing structure, the new RDI fund will support deep-tech ventures through the ANRF and aims to attract global talent and long-term capital

Beauty unicorn Good Glamm Group struggles to pay staff amid cash crunch

The Mumbai-based company has delayed employee salaries while seeking new funding, as three board directors from major VCs recently departed