Featured Stories<\/h2>\nKRAFTON, Naver launch Rs 6,000 Cr India-focused Unicorn Growth Fund<\/h3>\n
KRAFTOn Inc and Naver Corporation, two of the leading technology companies from South Korea have partnered with Mirae Asset Venture Investments to launch a Rs 6,000 crore India-focused Unicorn Growth Fund.<\/p>\n
The new fund will focus on themes that are expected to shape the next decade of Indian technology economy such as consumer internet, digital marketplaces, consumer discretionary sector which includes digitally native brands and new age consumer businesses, AI and software, and deep-tech which includes startups building in semiconductors, space-tech, robotics, advanced materials, and frontier science.<\/p>\n
Read more<\/a><\/p>\n NudgeBee, a platform specialising in AI for cloud operations, has raised $3 million in seed funding led by Kalaari Capital, with participation from tech founders, to advance its core technology.<\/p>\n This capital injection is intended to support the development of its enterprise context layer and the expansion of its partnership-led distribution model. By investing in customer success and deployment capabilities, the company aims to speed up the time it takes for large organisations to see real value from their investment.<\/p>\n Read more<\/a><\/p>\n Lawyered, a legal infrastructure platform for mobility, has raised $2.5 million in a pre-Series A round of funding co-led by Rainmatter by Zerodha and Turbostart. Existing investor Finvolve has doubled down with a follow-on.<\/p>\n According to a statement, Lawyered covers over 2 million vehicles and works with 800+ businesses across India. Its platforms, LOTS247 and ChallanPay, have resolved over 200,000 legal matters, helping users avoid more than $6 million in penalties and downtime.<\/p>\n According to a statement, India has rapidly digitised its enforcement systems and challans are issued in real time, vehicle compliance is increasingly automated. But the legal resolution layer has not kept pace. The result is a structural gap that affects millions of vehicle owners, drivers, and fleet operators daily. Lawyered is building the infrastructure to close that gap: not as a legal service, but as an always-on compliance layer embedded into how mobility operates in India.<\/p>\n CureMeAbroad, an AI-powered medical tourism discovery platform, has raised $600,000 in a pre-seed round of funding led by angel investors who are primarily startup founders. The fresh capital will be deployed across three areas: technology investments, hiring and market expansion<\/p>\n CureMeAbroad team<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n Founded in June 2025 by Aditya Oza and Mikhail Bohra, the Pune-headquartered startup claimed that it has <\/strong>hit $3.5 million in annual run rate within its first two quarters of operations. The tech platform of CureMeAbroad matches international patients to the right hospital, surgeon, and destination. It is currently working with over 380 accredited partner hospitals across Mexico, Turkey, Thailand, India, Georgia, and other leading medical destinations, and maintains a curated directory of over 6,000 hospitals spanning 47 countries and 45 specialities.<\/p>\n Digital Paani, a water tech platform has raised an undisclosed round of funding from AWE Funds, an early-growth venture equity platform. This startup will use this funding round to strengthen its technology stack, enhance real-time monitoring and predictive capabilities, and support expansion across utilities, municipalities, and enterprise clients.<\/p>\n The platform of Digital Paani creates real-time visibility across assets, applies analytics to diagnose issues and predict failures, and enables automated, outcome-driven operations. This helps utilities, municipalities, and enterprises reduce losses, optimize systems, and transform underutilised infrastructure into reliable water resources.<\/p>\n Ekart has expanded its partnership with IKEA to manage last-mile deliveries in Chennai, marking its second major collaboration city after NCR-Delhi. The logistics firm will deploy a fully electric vehicle fleet to fulfil orders placed via IKEA\u2019s digital platforms, reinforcing sustainable delivery operations. <\/p>\n Ekart will handle end-to-end logistics for over 600 products, including large-format furniture requiring specialised handling. Leveraging advanced routing and a technology-led fulfilment network, deliveries will be completed within 48 hours with real-time tracking. The partnership highlights Ekart\u2019s growing role in enterprise-grade logistics and aligns with both companies\u2019 commitment to zero-emission urban supply chains.<\/p>\n Shadowfax Technologies has introduced Shadowfax 360, a unified shipping platform aimed at empowering SMEs and D2C brands across India. The platform offers access to a nationwide logistics network covering over 15,000 pincodes and 2,500 cities. <\/p>\n Key features include flat-rate pricing, one-click integrations with Shopify and WooCommerce, and an AI-driven RTO predictor to reduce returns. It also enables rapid onboarding with no minimum order requirements and fast COD remittances. The launch marks Shadowfax\u2019s strategic push to diversify beyond enterprise clients and expand into the growing SME and digital-first seller ecosystem.<\/p>\n Pocket FM has promoted Lalit Gangwar to Chief Operating Officer to lead its global audio business operations. A founding member, Gangwar played a key role in scaling the platform in India and expanding into the US. As COO, he will focus on global growth, monetisation, and operational efficiency. <\/p>\n Lalit Gangwar<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n The move comes as the company strengthens its foundation for long-term international expansion and invests in AI-powered storytelling and creator ecosystems.<\/p>\n A founding team member, Lalit has played a key role in building Pocket FM\u2019s business across markets. He built the early growth and marketing playbook for India and later led Pocket FM\u2019s expansion into the US. This included setting up teams, defining the growth playbook, and driving scale. As COO, Lalit will focus on scaling global markets, driving operating discipline, and building the systems, talent, and processes required for the next phase of growth.<\/p>\n KRAFTON India Esports has announced Cohort 2 of its Rising Stars Programme 2026, onboarding nine emerging gaming creators. The initiative provides structured support, including mentorship, tournament exposure, and in-game resources. <\/p>\n With over 2,500 applications received, the programme reflects growing demand for professional esports development pathways. Participants can progress to elite tiers based on performance, ensuring a merit-driven ecosystem. The initiative builds on its 2025 launch, which saw significant content creation and player success.<\/p>\n US-based financial services provider The Standard has launched its Global Capability Centre in Bengaluru\u2019s Embassy Tech Village. The facility will support AI, cloud, and digital transformation initiatives, marking a strategic expansion in India. The centre reflects the company\u2019s long-term investment in technology and talent to drive global growth.<\/p>\n GCC of The Standard inaugurated by Karnataka IT Minister Priyank Kharge in Bengaluru on Tuesday<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n The facility, inaugurated by Priyank Kharge, Minister for Electronics, IT and Biotechnology, Government of Karnataka, supports the continued expansion of capabilities across AI engineering, cloud platform development, data and analytics, digital transformation and insurance operations aligned with the company\u2019s global strategy.<\/p>\n The Standard India will significantly contribute to advancing companywide priorities. It will also support the transition of select technology work from vendor-led delivery to in-house engineering teams \u2014 strengthening agility, operational efficiency and long-term innovation capabilities.<\/p>\n Amazon Web Services (AWS) has partnered with SHI India to support indigenous AI development under the IndiaAI Mission. The collaboration will enable government bodies, startups, and enterprises to build and deploy AI models using tools like Amazon SageMaker and Bedrock. The initiative simplifies large-scale AI training by automating infrastructure management, reducing complexity and costs. <\/p>\n AWS India President Sandeep Dutta said the partnership will help transform AI from experimentation to real-world impact. SHI India will provide local implementation expertise, ensuring regulatory alignment and enterprise readiness. The collaboration is expected to accelerate AI adoption and strengthen India\u2019s push toward technological self-reliance and innovation leadership.<\/p>\n Salesforce has partnered with Dairy Day to digitise its sales operations using Agentforce Sales and Service platforms. The move enables real-time market visibility, inventory tracking, and improved field execution as the ice cream brand expands into Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets. Dairy Day aims to double its retail footprint and achieve \u20b91,000 crore revenue in the coming years. The platform provides a unified ecosystem to enhance operational efficiency and scalability. Salesforce said the collaboration demonstrates how AI-powered CRM tools can drive growth for consumer brands. Dairy Day expects the solution to strengthen market execution and support its next phase of expansion.<\/p>\n Digital transformation firm TO THE NEW has launched a second Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Noida, expanding its global delivery capacity. The new facility will house over 300 IT professionals supporting cloud, data, and AI-led transformation programs. The move aligns with rising enterprise investments in digital technologies and India\u2019s growing role as a global talent hub. CEO Narinder Kumar said the expansion strengthens delivery capabilities and supports increasing global client demand. Noida remains a strategic base due to its deep talent pool. The expansion will also enable the company to better serve markets across North America, APAC, the Middle East, and India while creating room for future workforce growth.<\/p>\n Specialty chemicals platform Atomgrid has inaugurated a new R&D centre in Bengaluru\u2019s Jigani industrial area to boost innovation-led growth. The facility will focus on process development, formulation, and commercial-scale manufacturing support. With an initial team of 15 scientists, the company plans to expand capacity and build a strong IP portfolio. The move aligns with global supply chain diversification trends favouring India. Backed by a $7 million Pre-Series A round, Atomgrid aims to strengthen its global footprint and accelerate product development.<\/p>\n Healthcare startup CENT has opened its first clinical prevention centre in Bengaluru and deepened its partnership with Siemens Healthineers. The facility offers a standardized screening protocol combining MRI, CT, DEXA, ECG, and extensive biomarker testing within a 120-minute session. Powered by AI, the system generates organ-level risk reports. Designed for early detection in asymptomatic individuals, the centre aims to redefine preventive healthcare delivery in India with high diagnostic accuracy and efficiency.<\/p>\nFunding news<\/h2>\n
NudgeBee bags $3M funding led by Kalaari Capital<\/h3>\n
Lawyered raises $2.5M co-led by Rainmatter by Zerodha and Turbostart<\/h3>\n
CureMeAbroad raises $600,000 in pre-seed round<\/h3>\n
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Digital Paani raises funding from AWE Funds<\/h3>\n
Other news<\/h2>\n
Ekart expands IKEA last-mile delivery to Chennai<\/h3>\n
Shadowfax launches \u2018Shadowfax 360\u2019 platform for SMEs<\/h3>\n
Pocket FM elevates Lalit Gangwar as COO<\/h3>\n
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KRAFTON India onboards new creators in Rising Stars programme<\/h3>\n
The Standard opens GCC in Bengaluru<\/h3>\n
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AWS and SHI India partner to advance IndiaAI Mission<\/h3>\n
Salesforce powers Dairy Day\u2019s digital sales transformation<\/h3>\n
TO THE NEW expands Noida GCC<\/h3>\n
Atomgrid opens R&D centre in Bengaluru<\/h3>\n
CENT launches advanced preventive healthcare centre in Bengaluru<\/h3>\n
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