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KisanKonnect raises $4.5M in Series A funding led by Mistry Ventures

The new funding will be used to enhancing KisanKonnect's tech infrastructure, scaling operations, expanding its presence in urban markets, and integrating AI into farm sourcing and supply chain processes to boost efficiency.

20 Jan 2025 7:42 pm
Veritas Finance files draft papers with SEBI to mobilise Rs 2,800 Cr via IPO

The IPO comprises a fresh issue of equity shares aggregating up to Rs 600 crore and an Offer-for-Sale (OFS) of equity shares worth Rs 2,200 crore by the investor and individual selling shareholders, according to the draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) filed on Saturday.

20 Jan 2025 6:16 pm
Compliance management platform BPR Hub raises $2.6M in seed round

The funds will be deployed to scale the platform globally, expand the team, and develop new product features to address the growing demand for efficient compliance management solutions.

20 Jan 2025 6:15 pm
ServiceNow to acquire Khosla Ventures-backed Cuein to strengthen its agentic AI roadmap

Cuein was co-founded in 2021 by Mayukh Bhaowal and Vignesh Ganapathy. Headquartered in Belmont, California, the company is backed by Lightspeed Venture Partners, Khosla Ventures, and Webb Investment Network.

20 Jan 2025 6:13 pm
How the Trump card saved TikTok: A dramatic twist!

TikTok faced a shocking US ban on Jan 19, 2025. Discover how President-elect Trumps bold move saved the app, sparking a new chapter for the platform.

20 Jan 2025 5:41 pm
Nazara raises Rs 495 Cr from existing investors, triggers open offer

The company plans to use the raised capital to accelerate organic growth, strategic acquisitions, and expansion into new markets.

20 Jan 2025 5:29 pm
Office space management firm Workie bags Rs 13 Cr in equity funding

The funding round was led by prominent backers, including the Sunil Singhania Family Office, NAV Capital, Mr. Raman Roy (Co-founder of Indian Angel Network and CMD of Quatrro), Dharmendra Jain (CFO of Yash Technologies), Gaurav Singhvi (Co-founder of Wefounder

20 Jan 2025 5:09 pm
Zomato profits dragged down 57% amid broad-based demand slowdown

The Deepender Goyal-led company reported a profit of Rs 59 crore for Q3 of the fiscal year 2025, a decline of 57.24% compared to Rs 138 crore in the same quarter of the previous financial year.

20 Jan 2025 4:43 pm
iSPIRT unveils priority sector lenders' body, to help small businesses

Priority Sector Lenders Association of India (PSLAI) aims to double credit disbursements to the SME/MSME sector in the coming years.

20 Jan 2025 4:42 pm
Prantae Solutions Raises Rs 5 Cr in Seed round led by IAN Group

The round also saw participation from IAN Alpha Fund and angel investors Samir Kalia, Deepank Kumar, and Nitin Zamre.

20 Jan 2025 4:21 pm
FINDI acquires BANKIT for around Rs 160 Cr to expand financial inclusion in India

The companies aim to enhance financial access in rural and semi-urban areas in India and an inclusive and innovative financial ecosystem.

20 Jan 2025 3:56 pm
Burma Burma raises Rs 25.46 Cr to expand footprint, eyes IPO by 2027

With the fresh capital, the company is set to double its restaurant footprint in 15 months, with a goal of 24 locations by FY26.

20 Jan 2025 3:38 pm
Paytm expands international footprint with UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Singapore subsidiaries

The fintech major will initially invest up to Rs 20 crore ($2.4 million) per subsidiary.

20 Jan 2025 2:18 pm
Wipro stock jumps over 8% after Q3 earnings

Wipro on Friday topped street expectations with a 24.4% year-on-year rise in consolidated net profit for the December quarter at Rs 3,354 crore, as the top brass of India's fourth-largest IT services company guided for a more hopeful and resilient 2025.

20 Jan 2025 2:04 pm
Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (January 20, 2025)

YourStory presents daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Monday, January 20, 2025.

20 Jan 2025 1:23 pm
GSV Ventures-backed BrightCHAMPS acquires K12 education marketplace Edjust

BrightCHAMPS said that the acquisition aims to enforce stricter customer acquisition standards, with Edjusts founders planning to refine the sales model and expand parent networks across the 30 geographies the company operates in.

20 Jan 2025 1:15 pm
Lingerie brand Krvvy bags Rs 6.1 Cr from Titan Capital, All In Capital, and others

The funds will be allocated to expand the brands online and offline presence nationwide, primarily serving Indian women.

20 Jan 2025 1:12 pm
AI procurement platform ProcureYard raises $1.72M in Seed round led by Powerhouse Ventures

The capital raised will be used for product development and working capital management. ProcureYard plans to leverage its custom-built conversational AI platform which drove success in metals and replicate it to other raw materials.

20 Jan 2025 12:39 pm
One97 Communications swings to Rs 208.5 Cr loss in Q3

The fintech company reported a 36% year-on-year decline in revenue from operations for the third quarter of FY25 at Rs 1,827.8 crore.

20 Jan 2025 12:09 pm
India is targeting engineering exports of $250B by 2030: Commerce secretary

Addressing a conference of construction equipment manufacturers, Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal said, in the process of energy transition, there will be a demand for adopting technologies that have net-zero carbon emission.

20 Jan 2025 11:21 am
AI helps solve missing children cases; Dacio making roads safer

Founded by father-son duo Abhishek Gupta and Dhruv Gupta in November last year, Khoji.in acts as an AI-powered one-click missing person identification system and has partnered with DigiLocker for quick identity verification.

20 Jan 2025 7:30 am
From data to decisions: Empowering SMEs with AI cloud for strategic business insights

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a gamechanger, driving innovation and growth across industries. For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), embracing AI isn't just an option; it's a strategic requirement. By leveraging the power of cloud-based AI solutions, SMEs can unlock the potent

20 Jan 2025 7:20 am
How AI is bringing hope to families looking for missing children

Every year, thousands of children go missing in India. Now, police departments and NGOs are partnering with AI startups to reunite families and solve crimesoffering hope when it seemed like there was none.

20 Jan 2025 6:00 am
2 Skills to master to thrive in the AI-driven job market

Discover the top 2 fastest-growing skills that can increase salaries in 2025. Stay ahead in your career with these essential abilities.

19 Jan 2025 5:05 pm
Fall back in love with books: 4 must-reads for 2025

Struggling to get back into reading? Discover 4 captivating books in 2025 that will reignite your passion and keep you turning pages.

19 Jan 2025 3:10 pm
5 Reasons why you always stay unhappy and how to overcome it

Explore the 5 key reasons why you always stay unhappy, understand their impact, and learn how to break free from these patterns for a more fulfilling life.

19 Jan 2025 1:20 pm
Indian mobility market to grow 2X to surpass $600B by 2030: Google-BCG report

Share of four-wheeler EVs is expected to grow in the range of 15-17% by FY30 from 2.2% in FY24

19 Jan 2025 11:46 am
Design and dignity how Project Tarasha empowers rural craftpreneurs

In this photo essay from the Bangalore International Centre, we showcase rural crafts and entrepreneurs along with founder insights.

19 Jan 2025 11:43 am
Must-watch TED Talks for a personal transformation in 2025

Explore 8 powerful TED Talks that inspire, motivate, and guide you toward meaningful changes, helping you thrive personally and professionally in 2025.

19 Jan 2025 11:40 am
AI, agriculture, delivery: test your business creativity with Edition 171 of our weekly quiz!

This insightful feature from YourStory tests and strengthens your business acumen! Here are 5 questions to kick off this 171st quiz. Ready?

19 Jan 2025 10:53 am
Mobility startup Rapido set to expand to 500 cities

Rapido is also looking to enter new states including Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand and others, it said at the Bharat Mobility Expo 2025.

19 Jan 2025 10:50 am
Maha Kumbhs mega celebrations; Exploring Copenhagens canals

The Maha Kumbh 2025 offers snapshots of penance, perseverance, and unwavering faith. Copenhagens waterways offer an unusual vantage point to the citys history and culture. Cajsa delivers classic cuisines from across the globe with an emphasis on simplicity.

19 Jan 2025 7:30 am
The impact of electric vehicles on urban planning and infrastructure

The rise of electric vehicles (EVs) is pivotal in shaping transportation policies, influencing urban development decisions, and improving infrastructural design quality.

19 Jan 2025 7:25 am
10 Most Inspiring Quotes from Books and Renowned Authors

Discover 10 powerful and inspiring quotes from timeless books and famous authors that will motivate, uplift, and resonate with your soul.

18 Jan 2025 6:25 pm
The 3 types of hobbies that will help you thrive in life

Discover the three essential types of hobbiescreative, physical, and income-generatingthat can boost your well-being and success in life.

18 Jan 2025 5:40 pm
100X.VC invests $2.7M in 18 startups for its 12th cohort

With the completion of this cohort, the firm now has a total of 180 investments since the launch of the fund in 2019.

18 Jan 2025 4:23 pm
Paytm allots 2.03 lakh stock options to ESOP pool

The Vijay Shekhar Sharma-led company has approved at least three rounds of ESOPs in recent months.

18 Jan 2025 2:19 pm
Honasa allots more than 45,000 stock options to ESOP pool

The allotment comes two months after the company lost its unicorn status amid media reports of credit backlog and unsold stock.

18 Jan 2025 1:56 pm
Serendipity Arts Festivals 10th edition will scale up even further

In this photo essay series from Goa, we showcase stunning highlights from the Serendipity Arts Festivals ninth edition, along with creator insights.

18 Jan 2025 10:08 am
D2C cos join offline legacy brands; The story of a new Assam

Several brands in the D2C beauty and personal care segment are exploring strategic options, including Wow Skin Science, which is reportedly seeking buyers at $250 million, down from its previous $400 million valuation.

18 Jan 2025 7:30 am
Grest wants to show that refurbished phones can be as good as new

The Gurugram-based startup, which sells refurbished smartphones and laptops, promises topnotch quality and performance at affordable prices.

18 Jan 2025 6:30 am
[Weekly funding roundup Jan 11-17] VC inflows continue to rise steadily

The Indian startup ecosystem is witnessing a steady increase in venture capital funding with the early stage segment leading the way.

17 Jan 2025 10:40 pm
Zomato infuses Rs 500 Cr into Blinkit for expansion and growth

The latest infusion comes after Zomato raised Rs 8,500 crore through a Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP) in November 2024.

17 Jan 2025 6:51 pm
WazirX freezes first tranche of stolen funds worth $3M USDT

The announcement comes days after a joint statement from the US, South Korea, and Japan governments, which attributes the cyberattack to North Korean hackers.

17 Jan 2025 4:34 pm
Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (Jan 17, 2024)

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Friday, Jan 17, 2024.

17 Jan 2025 3:39 pm
MoEVing acquires Euler Motors EVonGO to strengthen fleet operations, expansion

The acquisition expands MoEVing fleet by 30% and strengthens expansion into cities including Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad.

17 Jan 2025 2:55 pm
Google Partners with Indian Start-Up Varaha for Largest Biochar Deal Ever!

In a groundbreaking move for climate action, tech giant Google has inked its largest biochar carbon removal agreement to date with Indian start-up Varaha.

17 Jan 2025 2:52 pm
Zepto triples annualised GOV to $3B in eight months ahead of IPO

Zepto's revenue for FY24 increased by two-fold to Rs 4,454 crore, from Rs 2,025 crore earned in the previous fiscal year.

17 Jan 2025 2:33 pm
This Company Has Built the World's Largest Vacuum to Remove Air Pollution

In the fight against climate change, innovative technologies are emerging to reduce atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO). This Company Has Built the World's

17 Jan 2025 2:30 pm
One Point One Solutions to acquire US healthcare co for $45M to boost global expansion

The Mumbai-based company, without revealing the name of the target firm, stated that the acquisition will help expand its global presence and service portfolio.

17 Jan 2025 2:26 pm