Startup Originals Team- August 6, 2026
Startup Originals TeamHomeRun Raises $12 Million in Series A+ to Expand 60-Minute Construction Material Delivery Across India
Bengaluru-based construction materials quick commerce startup HomeRun has raised $12 million in a Series A+ funding round led by Nexus Venture Partners. The latest investment comes just months after the…
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- August 6, 2026
Shiprocket IPO to Deliver Massive Gains for Early Investors While Late Backers Face Losses
Logistics technology unicorn Shiprocket is preparing for its initial public offering (IPO), and the public listing is expected to generate significant wealth for several of its earliest investors. However, not…
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- August 6, 2026
Piper Serica’s ₹800 Crore Bharat Tech Fund Reaches First Close at ₹300 Crore
Mumbai-based asset management firm Piper Serica has announced the first close of its ₹800 crore Bharat Tech Fund at ₹300 crore, marking a significant milestone for its latest investment vehicle…
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- August 6, 2026
Netflix Launches India Storytelling Initiative as Ted Sarandos Doubles Down on Local Content and AI
Netflix has announced the Netflix India Storytelling Initiative, a new programme designed to develop the next generation of creators in India’s animation, visual effects, gaming, and comics (AVGC) ecosystem. The…
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- August 5, 2026
Freshworks Turns Profitable in Q2 CY26 as Revenue Rises 16% to $237.4 Million
Freshworks has reported a strong financial performance for the second quarter of calendar year 2026, returning to GAAP profitability while maintaining steady revenue growth. The software-as-a-service (SaaS) company posted revenue…
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- August 5, 2026
MapMyIndia Reports ₹140 Crore Revenue and ₹50.4 Crore Profit in Q1 FY27 Despite Flat Earnings
Digital mapping and geospatial technology company MapMyIndia, operated by its parent C.E. Info Systems Ltd., reported a steady financial performance for the first quarter of FY27. The company recorded a…
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- August 5, 2026
Nykaa Q1 FY27 Profit Surges 3.3 Times to ₹80 Crore, Acquires Majority Stake in Aminu
Beauty and fashion e-commerce platform Nykaa reported a strong start to FY27, posting a 29% year-on-year increase in revenue from operations and a 3.3-fold jump in net profit during the…
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- August 5, 2026
Former Swiggy and Zomato Executives Launch AI Startup Profound, Raise $1.5 Million in Seed Funding
Bengaluru-based artificial intelligence startup Profound has emerged from stealth with $1.5 million in seed funding, introducing an AI-powered platform designed to transform professional networking and recruitment. The startup was founded…
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- August 4, 2026
Ex-Delhivery and Cleartrip Veterans Launch Profound, Raise $1.5 Million to Build AI Career Representatives
Former Delhivery technology leader Prashant Parashar and former Cleartrip Chief Business and Growth Officer Anuj Rathi have launched Profound, an AI-native startup focused on helping professionals manage and grow their…
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- August 4, 2026
Ather Energy Shares Hit Record High After Strong Q1 FY27 Results Boost Investor Confidence
Shares of electric two-wheeler manufacturer Ather Energy climbed nearly 18% on August 4, touching an all-time high after the company reported a strong financial performance for the first quarter of…
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- August 3, 2026
Flipkart to Launch Food Delivery Service in Bengaluru by Mid-August With Low Commission Model
Flipkart is preparing to enter India’s highly competitive online food delivery market with the launch of its food delivery service in Bengaluru by mid-August. The Walmart-owned ecommerce company plans to…
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- August 3, 2026
Shiprocket IPO Expected This Month at ₹7,000 Crore Valuation Amid Stronger Financial Performance
Indian ecommerce enablement platform Shiprocket is expected to launch its initial public offering (IPO) within the next one to two weeks, with reports suggesting the company is targeting a valuation…
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- August 3, 2026
BlackBuck Q1 Profit Rises 25% to ₹42 Crore as Revenue Surges 42%
Digital trucking platform BlackBuck has started FY27 on a strong note, reporting a 25% year-on-year increase in net profit alongside robust revenue growth during the first quarter. The Bengaluru-based company…
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- August 3, 2026
1xBet Branding Appears on Indian Sports Platforms Despite Government Crackdown on Offshore Betting Ads
Offshore betting platform 1xBet has once again come under scrutiny after its branding was prominently displayed during India’s recent T20 cricket series against Zimbabwe, which was streamed for Indian audiences…
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- August 3, 2026
Matel Raises ₹130 Crore in Series B Led by UC Impower to Expand EV Powertrain Business
Pune-based electric mobility technology startup Matel Motion & Energy Solutions has secured ₹130 crore (around $15 million) in a Series B funding round led by UC Impower. The investment marks…