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MS Dhoni backs insurtech firm ACKO as investor, brand ambassador

The partnership includes a strategic investment in ACKO made through Mahendra Singh Dhonis family office, Midas Deals.

30 Jul 2025 2:26 pm
Eternal pegs 20% annual growth outlook for food delivery, doubles headcount

Eternal remains optimistic about food delivery, projecting over 20% annual NOV growth driven by low penetration and rising urban consumption, as per its FY25 annual report.

30 Jul 2025 12:18 pm
OpenAI wants ChatGPT to help students learn, not just look up answers

The ChatGPT maker described the AI chatbot as one of the most widely used learning tools in the world, with students using it to tackle homework, revise for exams, and explore new ideas.

30 Jul 2025 12:10 pm
NKure Therapeutics: Revolutionising Cancer Care in India

Bengaluru startup NKure Therapeutics is developing off-the-shelf NK cell therapies to make cancer immunotherapy affordable in India.

30 Jul 2025 10:52 am
PE/VC investments in India drop 19% to $26.4B in Jan-June

However, the investments were higher when compared with $23.8 billion in July-December 2024, according to a report by industry lobby grouping IVCA and consultancy firm EY.

30 Jul 2025 10:34 am
Freshworks raises FY25 guidance on AI momentum, reports 18% rise in Q2 revenue

The software-as-a-service (SaaS) major also reported a rise in adjusted operating income to $44.8 million during the second quarter compared to $13.1 million in the same period last year.

30 Jul 2025 10:16 am
W Health Ventures launches $70 M second fund

The focus of the fund will be single-speciality care delivery models tailored for Indian clinical needs, and AI-powered B2B healthcare services aimed at markets in the United States.

30 Jul 2025 10:00 am
Feeding focus: How AI-driven cafeterias are boosting productivity at work

With personalised suggestions, employees make better choices most of the time, which in turn lead to healthier habits that endure in the long run.

30 Jul 2025 7:55 am
Lenskart eyes Rs 8,000 Cr IPO; Swiggy delivers annual report card

Omnichannel eyewear retailer Lenskart has filed its DRHP with SEBI for an IPO comprising a fresh issue of shares worth Rs 2,150 crore and an offer for sale of up to 132.29 million shares. It is reportedly looking to raise Rs 8,000 crore in the entire issue.

30 Jul 2025 7:30 am
From finding courts to tournaments: The startup bringing order to Indias pickleball craze

Founded in 2025, Mumbai-based Picklebay is an end-to-end pickleball platform that has gained over 1,100 users within two months, with strong traction in cities like Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Kolkata.

30 Jul 2025 7:00 am
AI is changing the game, but the human element still matters: Microsoft India Talent Acquisition Head

Daryl Pinto, India Head of Talent Acquisition at Microsoft, discusses how AI is reshaping talent acquisition, from automation and ethics to the importance of upskilling, Gen Z expectations, and the enduring value of the human touch in hiring.

30 Jul 2025 6:15 am
Inside Verdant Impacts Indigenous Livestock Revolution

Blending biotech and tradition, Verdant Impact is building climate-resilient dairy solutions for small-scale farmers across India.

30 Jul 2025 12:11 am
Swiggy reports strong growth but signals end of aggressive expansion

With losses narrowing and food delivery turning profitable, Swiggy is shifting gears to focus on efficiency and breakeven goals in quick commerce.

29 Jul 2025 8:04 pm
MAGIC Incubator: Fueling Startups from Indias Heartland

MAGIC Incubator empowers startups in rural India with funding, mentorship, and real-world impact. Over Rs 15 crore raised, 1,200+ jobs created.

29 Jul 2025 6:26 pm
CoinDCX denies holding acquisition talks with Coinbase

According to a Mint report, Coinbase was in advanced discussions to acquire CoinDCX in a deal that would have valued the Indian crypto exchange at less than a billion dollarsclaims CoinDCXs co-founders have since denied.

29 Jul 2025 5:26 pm
BluSmart files for insolvency amidst mounting corporate governance challenges: Report

The move comes almost three months after BluSmart halted cab bookings amidst SEBI issuing an interim order against Gensol Engineering.

29 Jul 2025 4:53 pm
Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (July 29, 2025)

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Tuesday, July 29, 2025.

29 Jul 2025 4:46 pm
5C Network: Redefining Radiology with AI for Bharat and Beyond

Explore how 5C Network combines AI, radiologists, and full-stack tools to make quality diagnostics accessible across India.

29 Jul 2025 3:38 pm
BlueWay Horizon Is Building Indias First Reusable Space Capsule

BlueWay Horizon is pioneering reusable re-entry capsules to make microgravity research accessible for Indian scientists.

29 Jul 2025 1:37 pm
Lenskart to acquire 80% stake in Spains Meller brand for Rs 406 Cr ahead of IPO

Lenskarts deal aims to boost its Gen Z appeal, expand its sunglasses portfolio, and drive ecommerce-led brand growth through the Spain-based Meller brand.

29 Jul 2025 1:34 pm
Shloka Solutions acquires Socially India to expand footprints in North India

The acquisition enhances Shlokas creative capabilities and reinforces its vision of building a national, integrated digital ecosystem that combines technology, design, and cultural storytelling.

29 Jul 2025 1:18 pm
SoftBank, Schroders Capital set for big gains in Lenskart IPO

Schroders and SoftBank are selling 19 and 25.5 million shares, respectively, emerging as the largest selling institutional shareholders in Lenskart.

29 Jul 2025 1:06 pm
Lenskart ends loss streak as it turns profitable in FY25

Lenskart's posts a profit of Rs 297 crore in FY25. Revenue rises 22% to Rs 6,652 crore. However, growth in operating revenue slows amid rising expenses. The eyewear retailer plans to use its IPO funds on store expansion.

29 Jul 2025 12:05 pm
Lenskart files DRHP for IPO; to raise Rs 2,150 Cr via fresh issue

Lenskarts IPO will also have an offer for sale of 132.29 million shares by founders and investors, including CEO Peyush Bansal.

29 Jul 2025 11:17 am
Climate tech investments 101; What led to Go Digits Q1 profit soaring

Ostara Advisors is a specialist investment banking firm that looks at climate tech and sustainability funding deals as well as mergers and acquisitions. Go Digit General Insurance reported a 19.7% quarter-on-quarter increase in net profit for the quarter ended June 2025.

29 Jul 2025 7:30 am
The role of cloud infrastructure in achieving sustainability goals

In todays cloud-first world, the way systems are designed, deployed, and managed is deeply tied to the industrys ability to meet sustainability goals.

29 Jul 2025 7:15 am
Ostara Advisors blueprint on how to crack climate tech funding

In an interview with YourStory, Vasudha Madhavan, founder and CEO of Ostara Advisors, spoke about the investment firms plans to start up its own fund to bridge the challenges it sees in the segment as well as germinating trends that are expected to ride the popularity wave in the coming years.

29 Jul 2025 6:50 am
Charting new waters: Int2Cruises is simplifying cruise planning for Indian travellers

Int2Cruises is a cruise-focused travel platform offering end-to-end digital booking services. It has access to 400 ships from over 25 international cruise lines.

29 Jul 2025 6:30 am
Go Digit posts 20% rise in Q1 profit amid lower claims, rising rremiums

Lower claims payouts and higher premium collections helped Go Digit General Insurance offset a decline in total income.

28 Jul 2025 7:49 pm
Sachin Bansal's Navi secures Rs 170 Cr from institutional investors

Navi Technologies, co-founded by Sachin Bansal, offers a range of financial services, including personal loans, mutual funds, and health insurance.

28 Jul 2025 6:48 pm
Live slower, live better: A smarter path to success

In a world obsessed with speed, discover why slowing down can actually help you live better, work smarter, and redefine true success.

28 Jul 2025 6:05 pm
Hey Concrete raises Rs 7.5 crore to Scale sustainable concrete innovations globally

The Udaipur-based design and materials startup has secured Rs 7.5 crore in strategic funding from Kamlesh Choudhari, a global leader in facades and cladding, to accelerate its international expansion and green manufacturing efforts.

28 Jul 2025 6:04 pm
Indias rare earth magnet imports touched $291M in FY25 amid China ban: SBI report

According to the SBI report, Chinas ban affects sectors including transport equipment, basic metals, machinery, construction, electrical, and electronics.

28 Jul 2025 5:19 pm
Singrauli coalfields show promising reserves of rare earth elements: Coal Minister

Replying to a question in the Rajya Sabha, Coal and Mines Minister G Kishan Reddy said that Coal India Ltd (CIL) has undertaken research and development projects related to rare earth elements found in coal mine waste.

28 Jul 2025 4:16 pm
Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (July 28, 2025)

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Monday, July 28, 2025.

28 Jul 2025 3:16 pm
VerSe Innovation appoints Rohit Sandal as CHRO

The move comes about two months after the firm laid off 350 employees in a push for profitability. According to the company, Maya John will step down as Chief People Officer to take on a new opportunity outside the firm.

28 Jul 2025 2:28 pm
Why Porsche Doesnt Race in F1

Porsches absence from Formula 1 has sparked considerable debate within motorsport circles. As one of the most successful and innovative...

28 Jul 2025 2:27 pm
Lenskart appoints Ashish Kashyap, Sayali Karanjkar to board; SoftBanks Sumer Juneja exits

Peyush Bansal-led Lenskart has added Ashish Kashyap and Sayali Karanjkar as directors, expanding the governance bench as it gears for an Rs 8,500 crore IPO.

28 Jul 2025 2:24 pm
Protein Halo: How McDonald's is Trickling Protein into Indian Consumers

In India, where protein deficiency remains a significant public health challenge, McDonald's India has made a move that could alter...

28 Jul 2025 2:20 pm
Tata Steels AI plans; Digitising Indias offline retail stores

Tata Steel is well-positioned to meet its lofty goals: it has a crude steel capacity of 35 million tonnes per annum with plants spread across India, the UK, the Netherlands, and Thailand. It has around 169 companies under its network.

28 Jul 2025 7:30 am
Meet underDOGS, the Mumbai studio bringing transmedia gaming to India

Mumbai-based underDOGS Studio started as a B2B gaming studio in 2011. Today, it creates original gaming IPs for PC and console, and aims to capture a significant portion of Indias $4.3 billion gaming industry.

28 Jul 2025 7:15 am
Zithara.AI is digitising Indias offline retail, one store at a time

Zithara.AI is an AI-native customer engagement platform designed specifically for offline-first retailersbusinesses that operate through brick-and-mortar stores but lack the digital tools to build customer relationships beyond the point of sale.

28 Jul 2025 7:05 am
Lenskart gets shareholder approval for IPO, targets Rs 8,500 Cr market debut

Eyewear retailer to raise Rs 2,150 crore via fresh issue; joins growing list of Indian startups preparing for public listing

27 Jul 2025 7:29 pm
Jazz, blues and more: Montreal International Jazz Festival celebrates its spectacular 45th edition

In this photo essay from Canada, we showcase 15 bands who performed at the legendary Montreal International Jazz Festival.

27 Jul 2025 1:17 pm
AI, environment, inclusion: test your business creativity with Edition 198 of our weekly quiz!

This insightful feature from YourStory tests and strengthens your business acumen! Here are 5 questions to kick off this 198th quiz. Ready?

27 Jul 2025 10:15 am
Meet Indias Master of Wine; The tea traditions of Makaibari

And, in heartwarming news, the worlds most premature babyan Iowa toddler born when his mother was less than five months pregnantrecently celebrated his first birthday!

27 Jul 2025 7:30 am
More seed funds for incubation centres: Startup India head at Kerala Innovation Festival

The effort comes in addition to the financial allocations of the IT Ministry, the top official revealed, inaugurating the Kerala Innovation Festival organised by the Kerala Startup Mission.

26 Jul 2025 3:20 pm
How Farmonaut is providing a birds-eye view of farming

The Bengaluru-based startup aims to help farmers make better decisions by tapping satellite data and AI technologies.

26 Jul 2025 12:48 pm
Mistakes are not detours, they are part of the route 6 artists share how they bounce back from failure

In this photo essay from the India Art Festival in Hyderabad, we showcase a range of art exhibits and creator insights on resilience.

26 Jul 2025 12:46 pm
Amagi files for IPO, plans to raise Rs 1,020 Cr

Bengaluru-based SaaS unicorn to combine fresh issue with sizable OFS; Premji Invest, Accel among key selling shareholders.

26 Jul 2025 11:47 am