Soaring with Purpose: How Aero360 is Powering India’s Drone Revolution
When I first connected with the team at Aero360, I didn’t expect to walk away not just impressed, but genuinely inspired. In a country that’s still scripting its drone journey, Aero360 isn’t just part of the story—it’s helping write the chapters ahead. What started as an ambitious attempt to plug the gaps in India’s drone […]
Depth over Distribution: Inside Radix Capital’s Founder-First Approach with Abhishek Taparia
In India’s rapidly evolving startup ecosystem, capital alone is no longer enough. What truly matters today is conviction — the ability to understand a founder’s vision deeply and back it with trust, time, and thoughtful strategy. To explore this philosophy in action, Indian Startup Times sat down with Abhishek Taparia, Co-Founder and CEO of Radix Capital Advisors, a boutique investment banking […]
Rising Above: How Abinash Sahoo and BonV Aero Transforming Aerial Logistics for the Indian Army
Bridging Skies with Innovation In the world of defence and technology, innovation is more than a buzzword—it’s a lifeline. And few embody this spirit better than Abinash Sahoo, the quiet yet determined force behind BonV Aero. As the Founder and Chief of Technology, Abinash is leading a revolution in drone-powered logistics, one that’s reshaping how […]
Emotions, Habits, and Startups: Krishna Maruthur’s Journey to Well-Being
In the hustle of India’s ever-evolving startup landscape, we often celebrate stories of funding rounds, unicorn milestones, and rapid growth. But what about the quiet stories—those that dig beneath the surface of metrics and valuations to talk about the human behind the hustle? When I sat down with Krishna Maruthur, consultant psychologist, author, and founder of HAPIMI HABITS (read Happy […]
NavaFlex Secures Investment from Abyro Capital to Accelerate Growth and Innovation
National, June 11, 2025 – NavaFlex Inc., a Columbus, OH-based pioneering developer of innovative power solutions addressing critical challenges in our energy future, has announced the successful close of its bridge-seed funding round, led by Abyro Capital, a US-India-focused venture capital firm headquartered in Hyderabad, India and Dublin and OH. Founded in 2021 by Dr. Suvankar […]
From Kolkata to Cupertino: Piston Raises $7.5M to Fuel a New Era in Fleet Payments
In a world where logistics still runs on outdated card systems, Piston is rewriting the rulebook—one fleet at a time. The fintech startup, co-founded by former fleet operators Vikram Sekhon and Shivam Shah, has just closed its $7.5 million seed round, led by Spark Capital, with support from Pear VC and BOND. What started with […]
Meesho Takes a Bold Step Toward IPO, Drops ‘Private’ Tag as It Eyes a Billion-Dollar Debut
In a decisive move signaling its readiness for the public markets, Meesho—India’s homegrown e-commerce giant—has officially transitioned from a private to a public entity, renaming itself from “Meesho Private Limited” to “Meesho Limited.” This change, passed via a special board resolution, is more than symbolic. It reflects the platform’s growing ambitions as it prepares for […]
Garuda Aerospace Secures Fresh Investment Ahead of IPO, Scales Toward Global Drone Dominance
MS Dhoni-backed Garuda Aerospace has just received a fresh boost of confidence from the Narotam Sekhsaria Family Office, as the Chennai-based drone startup gears up for its much-anticipated IPO. Existing investor We Founder Circle also doubled down in this round—signaling strong belief in Garuda’s high-flying ambitions. The new investment follows Garuda’s ₹100 crore Series B […]
PowerUp Money Raises $7.1M to Help Indians Take Control of Their Financial Futures
In a big vote of confidence for India’s growing wealthtech space, PowerUp Money has raised $7.1 million in its first institutional funding round, backed by marquee investors Accel, Blume Ventures, and Kae Capital, with participation from 8i Ventures and DeVC. What began as an internal experiment at Uni Cards has now spun off into a […]
Univest Rewards Early Team with ₹1.61 Cr ESOP Buyback, Reinforces Long-Term Vision
In a move that reflects both maturity and foresight, fintech startup Univest has completed its first-ever Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) buyback, worth ₹1.61 crore—sending a powerful message of gratitude to its earliest team members. The buyback allowed employees from the seed and pre-Series A days to liquidate a portion of their equity, offering them […]
