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With over 1.14 billion smartphone users in India, and iPhones accounting for 4.1 per cent, Apple now has nearly 47 million users in the country

The startup plans to use the funding to expand its engineering, operations, and go-to-market teams, as well as grow its network of fleet and gas station partners

Rising demand for micro-content OTT and AI-based home commerce

Unbound plans to invest over USD 1 million to expand its team in India and further build its AI security platform

This debt investment marks another step in Stride Ventures' mission to back high-growth, category-leading startups

This is not Birla Estates' first strategic international partnership. In January 2025, the company signed a project-level equity deal worth INR 560 crore with Japanese conglomerate Mitsubishi Group, through Mitsubishi Estate, for a residential development in Bengaluru

Meta had already participated in Scale AI's USD 1 billion Series F round last year, which valued the firm at USD 13.8 billion

The agreement also mentions the possibility of up to 500 AI-focused startups from Andhra Pradesh being supported in applying to Nvidia's Inception Programme, which offers access to technical resources and business networks

This marks Wipro's third investment in 2025 and its 15th overall.

The fresh funding will be used to enhance Kosmc AI's no-code product suite, deepen affiliate integrations, and scale operations across India and Southeast Asia.

"India is one of the most dynamic countries in the world for AI development. We're proud to partner with IndiaAI to help more people confidently and meaningfully use AI in their lives and communities," Jason Kwon, Chief Strategy Officer, OpenAI

The program will support 30 startups—24 in the early stage and six in the growth stage—across three crucial sectors: agritech, healthcare, and cleantech.

"I'm honoured to join Uber's Board at such an exciting time, as the company plays a central role in commercialising autonomous mobility globally. Uber has already transformed how people and goods move through cities, and I look forward to supporting the company's continued growth," says Nikesh Arora, Chairman and CEO of Palo Alto Networks

The startup has already received INR 10.16 crore, with the rest expected shortly.

The company recently acquired Selfwealth, a well-established Australian online investment platform, to further solidify its presence in the region.

Roshni Nadar Malhotra, Chairperson of HCL Technologies, leads the next-generation women leaders category, with HCL valued at INR 4.87 lakh crore.

These indigenously developed lithium cells boast key advantages over conventional alternatives, including higher energy density, high discharge current, enhanced safety, and 1,000 recharge cycles—nearly three times the lifespan of typical Chinese imports.

The fresh capital will be deployed to accelerate the Mumbai-based brand's omnichannel growth, particularly focusing on expanding offline retail presence.

Lightbulb, RxMen, Varaha, and Digital Paani selected from 120 applications across 22 cities.

The tech industry veteran brings over 25 years of experience to Bessemer, where he will focus on AI, enterprise-tech and cybersecurity investments in India.

Scheduled for June 21, 2025, at the Indian Craft Brewery in Bangalore, the event aims to provide a powerful platform for entrepreneurs to connect with investors, policy experts, and industry leaders.

The funds will be deployed toward product development and expanding ServeClub's reach across India through both online and offline channels.

Known globally for redefining fielding standards in cricket, Rhodes now lends his expertise and passion to a brand focused on performance, recovery, and hygiene for India's rising community of athletes and fitness enthusiasts.

Founders partnering with EaseMyTrip 2.0 will benefit from working capital support, co-branding, marketing synergies, and robust backend infrastructure—all while preserving their autonomy.

Having faced events such as Demonetization, GST, IL&FS Crisis, and Covid-19, Lunia and the startup believe that in every crisis there is a hidden opportunity waiting to be capitalized upon

Military veterans possess certain skills that franchisors value as a business owner.