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The seed funding will be used to expand Neverinstall's deep-tech infrastructure and enterprise security capabilities.

The fresh capital will be used to expand its product offerings and increase headcount across its offices in New York, San Francisco, Tampa and Bengaluru.

The company plans to deploy the proceeds to finance acquisitions and partnerships in India and overseas markets.

In an era obsessed with overnight success, Aliasgar Jasupurwala's journey offers a different narrative.

The acquisition aims to reinforce HORIBA's expertise in diamond technologies and support the creation of an R&D hub in India.

In this role, he will oversee business growth, customer relationships, and expansion initiatives across key markets.

Following the raise, the company's post-money valuation on a fully diluted basis stands at INR 1,161 crore.

The fresh funds will be used for the Phase 1 deployment of nearly 1,000 electric buses and trucks across inter-city transport and heavy trucking segments.

Out of the total INR 10.5 crore raise, INR 8 crore was equity and INR 2.5 crore venture debt.

The round, which values Digantara at approx. USD 200 million, also attracted investments from 360 One Asset, Tokyo-based asset management firm SBI Holdings, and entrepreneur Ronnie Screwvala.

ReGrip will use the fresh funding to expand processing, enhance recycling infrastructure, scale operations to new regions, and formalise informal scrap collectors.

The board exits are scheduled to take effect on April 1, 2026.

Continued emphasis on infrastructure development, expansion of freight and logistics networks, and focused support for construction and equipment manufacturing will directly translate into higher vehicle utilisation

Union Budget 2026-27 proposes boosting services, education, design, STEM, and astronomy with new committees, institutes, university townships, girls' hostels, and upgraded telescope facilities.

As expected, the budget speech focused on economic growth and sustaining and maintaining fiscal discipline.

BRND.ME, a global consumer brands company, has announced its entry into Europe with a presence across 7 countries. 

Under the deal, Perplexity will be able to run a range of frontier AI models through Microsoft’s Foundry program, including systems developed by OpenAI, Anthropic, and xAI, according to the report.

Icertis, the contract management software provider, has announced the passing of Samir Bodas, co-founder, long-time Chief Executive Officer, and Executive Chairman, following a battle with cancer. 

With this round, the company’s total funding now stands at USD 42 million, including a USD 12 million Series A led by CX Partners in April 2024.

Top Deals of January 24-30

Capital concentrated in enterprise applications and environment tech, driven mainly by Qapita, Kshema, and Qucev, reflecting narrow early-stage-led sector dominance rather than broad investment rotation.

For students preparing for competitive exams, Google also announced full-length JEE Main practice tests within its AI assistant, Gemini.

The IPO includes a fresh issue of equity shares worth INR 660 crore (about USD 73.3 million), alongside an offer for sale (OFS) of 2.86 crore shares.

Biopeak will use the fresh funds to expand operations, open a new clinic, enhance diagnostics, advance AI tools, support research, and develop clinical programs.

The company achieved its highest-ever quarterly domestic sales of 564,669 units as compared to 466,993 units in Q3 the previous year

Sharrp Ventures led the Series A round with an INR 21 crore investment, joined by V3 Ventures and Spring Marketing Capital, valuing the Bengaluru-based startup at INR 215 crore.

Karnataka plans a regulatory sandbox under its Innovation Act to support tech research, while leaders highlighted AI adoption, digital scale, and the need for responsible, transparent governance.

The round was led by early-stage investor 100Unicorns, with participation from Ashish Kacholia, Gruhas, US-based FJ Labs, and existing customers.

Chakra Growth Fund and Thinkuvate also participated in the round.

The fresh funds will be used to expand operations into new markets, strengthen its technology platform, and scale up its distribution network.