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Venture capital funding into Indian startups is showing no sign of an upward momentum, and the trend is likely to persist.

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The company said the capital will be used to support operations and fund expansion, including scaling a planned solar cell facility from 3 GW to 8 GW. The raise follows an earlier Rs 300 crore funding round backed by investors including Vijay Kedia and Rohit Kothari.

In this photo essay, we showcase a range of performers from the Mahindra Blues Festival, along with curator insights.

In a rented space in Uttar Pradeshs Mainpuri district, Ashis Kumar runs a small physiotherapy clinic. It has a steady flow of patients arriving

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said he signed a set of policy files at Seva Teerth his newly inaugurated office complexframing the decisions

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Heres the roundup for Friday, February 13, 2026.

Thinning revenues come on the heels of dwindling sales at the company, which had been a market leader in electric two-wheeler (E2W) sales up until Q3 2025.

In Gonda, Uttar Pradesh, masoor dalknown in English as red lentilsis judged even before it is cooked. Buyers look for clean, evenly graded grains

Six Sense Mobility will use the funds to expand manufacturing capacity through a new electronics facility in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, and accelerate research and development focused on automotive-grade systems.

Iowa-based bootstrapped startup launches in India with prices up to 80% lower than incumbents, targeting cost-conscious enterprises across healthcare, education, and professional services. AONMeetings, a bootstrapped video conferencing platform founded in 2020, has launched its India operation

The firm said a significant portion of the new capital will be directed toward scaling research, engineering capacity, and production-grade AI systems designed for use in regulated financial environments.

In Mainpuri, Uttar Pradesh, Tarkashi is not about carving woodit is about embedding fine metal wires into its surface. Brass or copper wires

The event, being held from February 11 to 13, unites India's nutraceutical, functional food, beverage, and dietary supplement ecosystem.

The (CCI) has imposed a Rs 27.38 crore penalty on Intel Corporation for abusing its dominant position in the market for boxed microprocessors (BMPs) for desktop computers through what it described as a discriminatory India-specific warranty policy. In a statement on Thursday, the regulator said I

The proceeds will be used to pursue strategic acquisitions, enter new international markets, and enhance product suite. The round includes both primary and secondary capital and saw continued participa

At Cashfree Payments Ten and Beyond event, experts from McKinsey, Stripe, Mastercard, and Cashfree took the stage to decode how commerce in India is becoming more intuitive and less transactional in the age of agentic payments.

While access to capital and liquidity remains essential, the Budget also brings into sharper focus a structural friction that was previously masked by easy capital: the challenge of retaining skilled talent in long-gestation innovation businesses.

SoftBank Group Corp reported a net profit of 248.6 billion yen for the July-September quarter. The FSID centre at IISC nurtures deeptech startups with all-around support. SmartTerra uses AI to analyse pipeline data, predict leaks, and reduce water loss.

AI-related holdings accounted for about 18% of the SoftBank groups net asset value roughly three years ago, but now represent more than 60%.

Using OpenAI tools as his research collaborator, Anshul Bhatt mastered complex code and turned ambitious ideas into working prototypes. His creation, PawPath, is proof of how AI can empower a new generation of builders to create with purpose.

1M1B, in collaboration with Microsoft, MeitY Startup Hub, and the Government of Karnataka, has launched a green skills and applied AI centre of excellence in Bengaluru, as part of its plan to train 1 lakh youth by 2030 for careers in sustainability.

Mamaearth parent Honasa Consumers Q3 profit soared 92% to Rs 48 crore following strong revenue. The performance was led by a recovery in Mamaearth and its other younger brands such as The Derma Co and Aqualogica, as the firm expanded its offline reach to over 2.7 lakh outlets.

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In Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, zari is not just an embellishmentit is a living craft economy. Metallic threads, beads, sequins, and intricate hand

In Uttar Pradeshs Sant Kabir Nagar, cotton hosiery garments move through everyday life as quietly as they do through markets.

What began as a response to chemical-heavy cultivation is evolving into a sustainable tea brand from Assam. Rooted in organic farming and backed by the states startup ecosystem, the venture reflects a new future for Assams tea.

Starting in Delhi and Bengaluru, Bhago Mobility, HMSI and HEID plan to scale their intelligent mobility ecosystem across India within the next 36 months.

In Sambhal, a small flour mill runs through the day on a simple promise made to local households: wheat goes in, fresh atta comes out.

When customers place an order with Rachnatmak Arts at the Rise Incubation Center in Ghyasi, the first discussion is rarely about products .

Amagi said the growth was broad-based across its business segmentsstreaming unification, cloud modernisation, monetisation, and marketplace.

The deal values the D2C nutraceutical brand at Rs 1,583 crore as it co-develops oral GLP-1 delivery systems. The deal comes with exits for early investors Fireside Ventures and HUL seeing up to 15x returns.

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Rajasthan DigiFest X TiE Global Summit 2026 ended with major announcements and billion-dollar insights, emphasizing India's future innovation in AI, sustainability, and inclusive growth.

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Heres the roundup for Thursday, February 12, 2026.

Founded by FMCG veterans Arvind Mediratta and Ambuj Narayan, Elixiir Foods is building a tech-enabled grocery platform for urban India.

Lenskart's focus on market creation with remote eye testing and a centralised supply chain is paying off. Meet the Indian women shaping scientific research, policy and practice. The top priority of GCCs in India has been their investments in AI.

The Foundation for Science Innovation and Development (FSID) at the Indian Institute of Science (IISC) has steadily nurtured deeptech startups with all-around support.

With the second fund, W Health Ventures plans to incubate between eight and ten new companies over the next four years, with an expected investment of Rs 3050 crore in each venture.

In a narrow commercial stretch of Kalpi in Jalaun district, Uttar Pradesh, Mohammad Danish runs a small printing unit that supplies the everyday material

In Umran, Kanpur Dehat, Uttar Pradesh, a modest garment setup stands, built around a simple routine fabric comes in, patterns are cut

Freshworks registered a 14% rise in revenues in the fourth quarter and saw AI-powered software as an important growth driver.

The partnership will combine PensionBoxs corporate NPS technology with Zerodhas distribution and brand, with a focus on co-developing employer-led pension products driven by payroll integration and automated contributions.

Lenskart's focus on market creation with remote eye testing and a centralised supply chain is paying off, driving 28% same-store sales spike and a 3x profit jump, proving that volume-led growth, coupled with AI efficiency, is its new compounding engine.

Co-founded by a cosmetic scientist and a global marketing strategist, Boldpurity is challenging Indias beauty playbook by owning research, formulation, and manufacturingdown to the molecule. As the global beauty industry shifts from aesthetic luxury to science-led precision, a new Indian ski

Aye Finance's Rs 1,010 crore IPO was subscribed 97% overall on day 3, with bids received for 4.42 crore shares against 4.55 crore shares on offer.

The move aims to make it easier for farmers and businesses connected to agriculture to access credit. The company is working on systems that allow assets such as loans or commodities to be digitally represented and traded more easily.

Amid a surge in first-time investors, AI-led platform Genvest offers accessible, personalized, and easy-to-understand investing solutions. For decades, wealth management has largely been a privilege reserved for high-net-worth individuals. Personalized advice, regular portfolio reviews, and exper

Lenskart reported a 38% rise in revenue, driven by strong international growth and operational efficiencies from its Tier II expansion.