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IOB expanded its dedicated Startup Banking Network by opening exclusive startup-focused branches in Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru, building on the success of its first specialised branch in Chennai.

The fund focuses on deep-tech sectors including AI, robotics, space, defence, cybersecurity, biotech, sustainability, and consumer innovation in India.

The investment includes equity capital of up to USD 600 million from Blackstone and participating investors, with Neysa planning to secure an additional USD 600 million in debt financing, subject to documentation.

Yali Deeptech and TDK Ventures also participated in the funding round.

The fresh funds will support business operations and capacity additions, including a major expansion of its solar cell manufacturing line.

With this transaction, OZiva has become a wholly owned subsidiary of HUL.

The company will also retain the option to purchase the remaining shares later.

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The below brands have announced their latest funding rounds.

The round also saw participation from Navam Capital and Anicut Capital, along with continued backing from Speciale Invest, Micelio Mobility, and IIMA Ventures.

The fresh capital will be used to establish a new manufacturing facility, expand production capacity, strengthen supply chain operations, and support early-stage product development.

The EverBrands deal marks its third investment in India since announcing the first close of its USD 250 million fund.

The funding round was led by Neo Asset Management, with participation from existing investors including Blume Ventures, IndiaMART, Elev8, Analog Capital, and Kae Capital.

The round was led by Cactus Partners, with participation from Valour Capital, ITI Growth Opportunities Fund, Vimson Group, and Global South Capital.

As part of the transaction, USV will acquire approximately 35 percent from founder Avnish Chhabria and about 44 percent from existing shareholders.

The seed round was led by 3one4 Capital, with participation from Incubate Fund Asia.

The six-month intensive program plans to back 6–8 early-stage startups working on core AI-led innovations.

The pre-Series A funding round was co-led by Fireside Ventures and OTP Ventures, with participation from Sadev Ventures and Titan Capital.

Existing investors DSG Consumer Partners and Aavishkaar Capital also participated.

Shares are set to list on February 16.

The fund is expected to invest in 8–10 early-stage healthcare startups, with individual cheque sizes ranging between INR 30–50 crore.

Following the transaction, the founders will retain a combined 48% stake in the company.

The new investment will be used to expand its digital platform focused on farmers and to build a traceable and globally compliant food value chain.

Delhi NCR recorded three funding rounds above USD 100 million in 2025, led by Erisha E Mobility, Spinny and Raphe.

Bertelsmann has been associated with Lets Transport since it first invested in the company in late 2018.

Global HealthX plans USD 8–10 million investment in 10 startups, offering stage-agnostic funding to strengthen India's healthcare infrastructure.

The selected startups are Sapien Labs, Eyecandy Robotics, Celestial Aerospace and Sentience.

The seed round was co-led by Endiya Partners and Capria Ventures.

The USD 8 million round included USD 5 million in equity led by July Ventures with participation from Peak XV Partners, Accion Venture Lab, and Sadev Ventures, along with USD 3 million in debt financing from Trifecta and Vivriti.