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Nikhil Kamath Backs ‘Raise Now, Keep Cash’ Advice as Startups Face Funding Uncertainty
Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath has backed advice urging startups to raise capital sooner rather than later and maintain enough cash to remain financially comfortable for one to two years. Kamath responded with a “100” reaction to a social-media post warning that fundraising conditions could become more difficult next year. His endorsement comes as India's startup funding market presents a mixed picture, with fewer funding rounds but substantial capital still available for selected companies.
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Agrani Labs in Talks to Raise ₹800–850 Crore as Samsung, 360 ONE and Peak XV Eye AI Chip Startup
Bengaluru-based semiconductor startup Agrani Labs is in discussions to raise ₹800–850 crore in a new funding round, with Samsung, 360 ONE Asset Management and existing investor Peak XV Partners among the potential participants, according to people familiar with the talks cited by The Economic Times. The company is also considering ₹120–130 crore in support under the government-backed Research, Development and Innovation scheme. The transaction has not yet been announced as completed.
9 days ago|STARTUP NEWS
Indian Space Startups Send Multiple Payloads Into Orbit Aboard SpaceX Falcon 9
Indian space startups have successfully sent multiple satellites and technology payloads into orbit aboard SpaceX's Falcon 9 on the Transporter-18 rideshare mission, demonstrating capabilities ranging from thermal Earth observation and compact optical imaging to artificial intelligence-powered computing in space.
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Aignosis Raises ₹4 Crore to Scale AI-Assisted Autism Screening Across India
Indian healthtech startup Aignosis has raised ₹4 crore in seed funding to expand its AI-assisted autism and developmental screening technology. The company plans to broaden its presence across public health centres, paediatric clinics and schools while targeting at least 100,000 screenings by the end of FY27.
10 days ago|STARTUP NEWS
Former Elevation Capital Partner Mayank Khanduja Joins Bessemer Venture Partners in India
Veteran venture capitalist Mayank Khanduja has joined Bessemer Venture Partners as a partner in its India practice after a nearly 15-year stint at Elevation Capital. Based in Bengaluru, Khanduja will focus on early-stage investments across sectors including consumer technology, gaming, healthcare, artificial intelligence and deeptech.
10 days ago|STARTUP NEWS
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Bira 91 Founder Ankur Jain Steps Down, Promoter Family Gives Up 17.8% Stake Under Settlement
Bira 91 founder Ankur Jain has resigned from the board and all executive positions at parent company B9 Beverages following a settlement with lenders and institutional shareholders. As part of the agreement, Jain and his promoter family will surrender their combined 17.8% stake, withdraw from management and relinquish control of the company. The arrangement is intended to clear the way for restructuring, fresh investment and a possible revival of the financially stressed beer maker.
