The latest 60 stories on Indian startups, funding rounds, founders, fintech, SaaS, D2C and AI from the Karostartup newsroom.
As August unfolds, India enters one of its most significant consumption periods of the year. The month not only marks the celebrations of Raksha Bandhan but also signals the…
Kolkata-based Flutrr, a dating app supporting six Indian languages, raised ₹2 crore from actor Huma Qureshi and other investors. The app targets users in Tier II and III cities,…
A father and son trying to find their way back to hope. Two children protecting a tiny fish against the reality of drought. A man whose world changes when a radio enters his…
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Red Balloon Aerospace is developing stratospheric airships, aerostats, and balloons for India's near-space economy. The startup recently launched its VISTA super-pressure…
Gurugram / New Delhi, August 21, 2026 — GenZCFO , a leading virtual CFO and regulatory advisory firm specializing in fintechs and NBFCs, has been awarded the prestigious title of…
Cubigent has launched an AI native Business Operating System designed to bring CRM, marketing, customer support, projects, HR and finance together within a single business…
Paris, France — There are careers that follow a straight line, and then there are careers built through constant reinvention. Dr. Mikki Koomar belongs to the second category.…
In a fashion landscape where jewellery has become an important part of everyday styling, Urban Era Jewel is emerging as an online destination for contemporary, affordable and…
Hyderabad, Telangana — In a landmark moment for India's Global Capability Center (GCC) industry, GCC Governance: Mastering Law, Risk, and Leadership in Global Capability Centers…
Zaydn, a Gen-Z focused sneaker brand, raised ₹5.7 crore in seed funding led by Inflection Point Ventures. The capital will scale inventory, production, and D2C growth.
There is no separate category called “Auto Shape” or “Non-Auto Shape” for three-wheelers under the Central Motor Vehicles Rules (CMVR), 1989. These are essentially industry or…
A loan being approved instantly, without a human reviewing it, was once a powerful demonstration of what fintech could do. Ranvir Singh thinks that threshold has already been…
Wall art has become an important element of modern interior design, helping homeowners, offices, hotels and commercial spaces create a distinctive visual identity. As people…
Bruno Milano raised Rs 7.5 crore from Sauce VC, Titan Capital, and angel investors. The funds will expand its Indian presence, launch new watch collections, and boost e-commerce…
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu: World Wide Business Community (WWBC) successfully conducted its ‘Local to Global’ Export Workshop in Coimbatore, bringing together around 350 aspiring…
Partners with KRAFTON to power advertising operations for BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA (BGMI), marking its first major engagement in the Indian market Aug 20th: KRAFTON Ad Platform…
Chandigarh, India: When people face problems in love, marriage and relationships, they often look for someone who can listen to them and guide them in the right direction. In…
Miraggio, a direct-to-consumer handbag brand, aims for Rs 100 crore revenue by targeting India's mass-premium segment with bags priced around Rs 3,000. The company is expanding…
NITCON Limited, a Union Government Company established in 1984, has expanded its presence in Eastern India with the opening of its new office in Siliguri, West Bengal. This…
~ Through The Complete Artist Foundation Program, The Shakti Collective continues its mission of building the world's leading ecosystem for professional artist development under…
Bangalore, India — August 20, 2026: India’s hospitality sector is undergoing a major digital transformation as travellers increasingly use mobile apps to search, compare, and…
Kalam Labs, a startup founded in 2018, has pivoted from edtech to developing specialized stratospheric drones for defense and scientific agencies. The company has secured $2…
National, 20 th August 2026 : HP Global today announced its foray into the Haridwar real estate market with the launch of Amrit Aarogyam Phase-II , a premium residential project…
The partnership will see Skyesports lead the end-to-end execution of The GIANT Hunt in India, a global anime initiative featuring a ₹3 crore prize pool and an official attempt at…
Structured assessments across Interest, Personality and Ability are fused by an AI mapping engine into ranked, explainable career recommendations — moving people from career…
New Delhi, India: As monsoon rains continue to batter Assam, thousands of families have been displaced, with villages submerged, roads cut off, and access to food, clean water,…
Hyderabad, India, 19 August, 2026: Renowned legal expert and Founder & CEO of Disha Law Firm, Advocate Nageshwar Rao Pujari, has achieved rare international acclaim by receiving…
The importance of adequate motor insurance has come into sharper focus in recent years. Recent Supreme Court proceedings highlighted that nearly 56% of vehicles lack valid motor…
Peeko, a baby care quick commerce platform, raised Rs 67.4 crore in Series A funding led by Chiratae Ventures. The capital will enhance technology for a broader "parenting…
Global cybersecurity training leader Mile2 Cybersecurity Institute has announced an exclusive live session titled "AI, Risk & Leadership: Securing Today. Leading Tomorrow."…
India’s commercial electric mobility ecosystem is expanding across school transport, logistics, intercity travel, and heavy-duty freight. As a result, EV collaborations in India…
New Delhi, 20 th August 2026: India’s building materials, architecture, interior design and furniture industries are set to converge at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi, from 20–23 August…
One Prastha , a premium real estate developer in North India focused on plotted land and township developments, is redefining land investment and ownership across emerging…
BGauss raised Rs 110 crore in a Series D funding round, led by its founder, to scale its electric scooter business. The funding values the company at approximately Rs 1,000–1,100…
Fifteen category wins span campaigns for Dun & Bradstreet, Walmart-owned Flipkart's seller platform and other enterprise brands. Mumbai, 19th August: Infidigit , an AI-enabled…
As global businesses extend across borders, financial reporting has become more standardised than ever before. There is an increasing demand among organisations for finance…
BambooBox uses AI to identify high-intent B2B accounts, aiming to double conversion rates from 1-2% to 3-4%. The startup has raised Rs 38 crore and serves clients like Airtel…
There is a familiar picture of India's digital future: faster internet, smarter devices, artificial intelligence and increasingly sophisticated technology. But somewhere between…
CtrlS raised Rs 250 crore from Nikhil Kamath and Sreeram Reddy Vanga to expand its AI-ready hyperscale data centre infrastructure. The funds will support capacity build-out to…
Bengaluru, India, August 19, 2026: KRAFTON India recently announced that BGMI LITE is coming to India, with the game scheduled to launch later this year. Designed to bring the…
Lucknow: As customers increasingly look for reliable battery products, competitive pricing and faster service for their vehicles and power-backup requirements, the need for…
In a career that has continuously moved beyond conventional professional boundaries, C.A. Dr. Shankar Ghanshamdas Andani has added another significant responsibility to his…
Karnani , an established provider of quality HMO accommodation across England, is continuing its growth with the expansion of its property portfolio and the launch of a new…
Dr. V.P. Sidhan created Medimix soap in 1969 by blending Ayurvedic oil with herbs, initially as a practical solution for his patients' skin infections. The brand now sells in…
New Delhi, August 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call to skill one crore young Indians in Artificial Intelligence over the next year has placed technology education and…
Quick answer. For Indian startups, Small, mid tier and growing businesses evaluating managed AEO and AI visibility services, Zaillor is the strongest fit in this comparison…
From premium probiotic platforms to FOSNIA, its prebiotic fibre healthy sweetener, Anneo Biotech is combining US-linked formulation expertise, advanced Indian manufacturing and…
Chef Amar Ronald Xavier is strengthening his profile on the international culinary stage with two notable record-related achievements that reflect his experience, versatility and…
Bengaluru, 19 th August 2026— Roamiyo today announced the launch of its travel app, designed to serve as a travel companion throughout the journey from creating an itinerary and…
New diagnostic tool enables businesses to evaluate their AI search readiness across ChatGPT, Google AI Overviews, Gemini, and Perplexity while identifying opportunities to…
LabelBlind, founded by Rashida Vapiwala in 2018, offers AI-powered software, FolSol, to digitize and automate food labeling compliance. The platform supports over 40 Indian…
Mumbai, India: India has no shortage of educated professionals. Yet millions continue to depend on a single salary, despite possessing years of knowledge, professional experience…
Poonawalla Fincorp, Bajaj Finance, Tata Capital, Shriram Finance, and Muthoot Finance are among the most trusted NBFCs in India. Poonawalla Fincorp is known for financial…
London: A luxury penthouse overlooking the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground in London has attracted interest from prospective buyers in India, adding an unusual Indian angle to the…
The newly opened Spa at The Aarlis Hotel, Vignette Collection by IHG, offers personalised massages, facials, beauty therapies, and grooming services, along with private steam,…
New Web & App-based multimodal voice AI technology Vanira completes customer identity checks in under 90 seconds, promising to recover onboarding conversion rates Customer…
New Delhi (August 18): Elite matchmaking platform Wedknott on Tuesday said it has acquired premium wedding planning and design company Aurezia Events for an undisclosed sum,…
Milkvilla, a dairy-tech startup founded by two brothers, delivers farm-fresh milk to over 10,000 customers within 12 hours. The company has achieved profitability, generating Rs…
India’s leather and accessories industry is entering a new phase—one where consumers are increasingly looking beyond functionality and seeking design, craftsmanship, quality and…