VerSe Innovation Appoints Prasanna Prasad as CPTO to Drive AI and Product Innovation
VerSe Innovation has appointed Prasanna Prasad as its new Chief Product and Technology Officer (CPTO). In this role, he will lead the company’s engineering, product, and data science teams, strengthening its technology capabilities. Prasad will focus on advancing AI-led innovation across VerSe’s key platforms, including Dailyhunt, Josh, and other products within its portfolio. Strong Leadership […]
Swageazy Raises ₹5.4 Crore from InfoEdge Ventures to Scale Corporate Gifting Platform
Gurugram-based corporate gifting platform Swageazy has raised ₹5.4 crore in a follow-on funding round led by InfoEdge Ventures. The round also saw participation from the founders of HR tech companies OnGrid and HROne. The company plans to use the fresh funds to strengthen its product and technology teams, expand its sales operations, and increase its […]
Top Marketing Leaders Powering FMCG Brands In IndiaTop Marketing Leaders Powering FMCG Brands In India
Introduction In India’s fast-evolving FMCG landscape, marketing leaders are no longer just brand custodians; they are strategic drivers shaping how consumers perceive, engage with, and trust everyday products. The professionals featured in this recognition reflect a deep understanding of shifting consumer behaviour, combining data, creativity, and cultural insight to craft brand narratives that resonate across […]
Sanket S’s Scandalous Foods: From 40M Meals at Urban Spice to B2B Sweets Empire
Technical glitches couldn’t dim Sanket S’s energy as he dove into his startup saga on Indian Startup Times. From bootstrapping Urban Spice in 2011—which scaled to 2,200 events across 14 cities and 40 million+ meals—to launching Scandalous Foods in May 2023, Sanket has mastered food’s chaos. Now a B2B powerhouse for frozen Indian sweets targeting […]
Top 100 Rising Stars in Alliances & Partnerships: Edition 2026
In today’s fast-evolving business landscape, growth is increasingly driven by strong ecosystems and strategic collaborations rather than standalone efforts. The Top 100 Rising Stars in Alliances & Partnerships: Edition 2026 recognizes a new generation of professionals who are redefining how partnerships fuel scale, innovation, and revenue across industries. From D2C and e-commerce to hospitality, media, […]
MiQ Acquires Rocket Lab to Accelerate AI-Powered App Growth Globally
The new deal brings in-app growth and total-market reach together in one unified advertising solution 8th April 2026, Mumbai: MiQ, a global programmatic leader, today announced it is acquiring Rocket Lab, a mobile app growth hub. This move builds MiQ’s mobile in-app capabilities and strengthens MiQ’s expansion into growth markets. The acquisition combines Rocket Lab’s deep in-app expertise […]
DAAKit Raises $138K Pre-Seed to Expand Hyperlocal Fulfilment and Dark Store Network
In India’s rapidly evolving quick commerce and logistics landscape, speed is no longer a differentiator—it’s an expectation. And startups like DAAKit are stepping in to power that shift from behind the scenes. The hyperlocal fulfilment and last-mile logistics startup has raised $138K in a pre-seed round led by Inflexion Point Ventures, marking an early vote […]
Astranova Mobility Raises ₹60 Cr Series A to Scale EV Financing Platform in India
In India’s fast-evolving electric mobility landscape, startups building the backbone of adoption are quietly gaining momentum—and Astranova Mobility is one of them. The EV financing and asset management platform has raised ₹60 crore ($6.4 million) in its Series A round, led by IvyCap Ventures, with continued backing from Asian Development Bank, Advantedge Founders, and Trucks […]
Atlas Raises $6 Million in Seed Funding to Build AI Tools for Accounting Firms
AI-led accounting platform Atlas has raised $6 million in a seed funding round, co-led by Accel and Stellaris Venture Partners. The fresh capital will be used to expand its AI platform, strengthen its presence in North America, and scale its go-to-market efforts. Building AI for Modern Accounting Firms Founded in 2025 by Arpit Maheshwari and […]
Tsecond.ai Raises Over $21.5 Million to Scale Edge AI Infrastructure for Defence and Enterprise Use
Tsecond.ai, an edge AI and data infrastructure startup, has raised over $21.5 million (around ₹190 crore) in funding led by MSN Holdings, the family office of Manish Nuwal, Managing Director and CEO of Solar Industries India. The investment has been secured across multiple rounds over the past two years and will be used to expand […]
