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In 2025, 566 DPIIT-registered startups raised VC funding worth ₹48,035 Cr ($5.51 Billion) Top investments among these startups were Zepto, Rapido, DarwinBox, Raise Financial, and Raphe mPhibr. Source: IVCA Report #Venturecapital #StartupIndia #Startups

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India’s venture ecosystem is shifting - from backing startups to building them. For too long, the existing system relied on incubators, accelerators and legacy institutions tied up with traditional faculty who are challenged with limitations in commercializing an idea. VenturEdu was built to fill exactly that gap - a residential venture school where idea-stage founders co-build with investors, not educators. Our founder Kulmani Rana spoke to Inc42 on this shift and on why AI is acting as a productivity multiplier for the next generation of founders. Full piece linked in comments.

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The recent IPOs of startups like Urban Company, Meesho, and Groww show how years of disciplined scaling - supported by talent, capital, and a strong ecosystem- can unlock tremendous economic value. But if we are to become Viksit Bharat in the real sense, we also need to solve our major social development challenges, and we need to solve them at scale. This is where Nonprofit Unicorns come in. We studied 30+ such organisations including Educate Girls, Lend A Hand India, ARAVIND EYE CARE SYSTEM to understand their scale playbooks. And in a recent BW Disrupt piece, Varun and I share steps we believe can create a supporting environment for the next generation of nonprofit unicorns. 1) Celebrate nonprofit unicorns the way we celebrate startup entrepreneurs, and give them their deserved place of pride. This is what attracts talent and capital into the sector. 2) Build supportive government policies and financial instruments, similar to Startup India and the SIDBI FOF, to enable nonprofits to scale effectively. 3) Encourage donors to fund organisation-building, innovation, and technology not just program delivery. And to ask nonprofits about their scale impact strategy and not just short-term metrics. Here is the full article: https://lnkd.in/gPTv_CiD Varun Aggarwal, Shailendra Nath Jha, Raman Uberoi, Arvind Saraf, Gayatri Nair Lobo, Raj Gilda, Luis Miranda, Tanvi Bikhchandani, Geeta Goel Change Engine #NonprofitUnicorns

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🚀 Funding Update in the Indian Startup Ecosystem Mumbai-based Luma fertility, a tech-enabled fertility care startup, has successfully raised $4 million in seed funding, led by Peak XV Partners (via its Surge program), along with participation from notable investors like Ameera Shah (Metropolis Healthcare) and Vijay Taparia (B2V Ventures). Founded by Neha K Motwani, Luma Fertility is building a patient-first platform to offer end-to-end reproductive care—covering IVF, fertility assessments, egg freezing, at-home diagnostics, and more. The startup is leveraging technology and empathy to modernize fertility services in India. 📍 With a flagship clinic in Bandra West, Mumbai, Luma now aims to expand across multiple cities over the next two years. This is yet another sign of rising investor confidence in healthtech and femtech sectors in India. As a funding consultant, I closely track such movements and assist businesses in navigating their own equity and debt funding journeys. 📩 If you're a startup or growing company looking to raise capital or explore funding options, feel free to connect. #FundingNews #StartupFunding #SeedFunding #LumaFertility #PeakXV #HealthTech #FemTech #IndianStartups #Linkedin #techindia #healthcare

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Early-stage VC fund Eternal Capital (India), founded by Dhruv Dhanraj Bahl, has rebranded to Sadev Ventures. The fund aims to deepen its India-first approach, supporting startups with a blend of capital, founder empathy, and global networks. With a corpus of Rs 120 crore, Sadev Ventures backs seed to pre-series A startups and has invested in 20 ventures so far. #sadevventures #dhruvdhanrajbahl #vcfund #indiastartups #earlystageinvesting #seedfunding #preseriesa #venturecapital #startupfunding #entrepreneurship #founderfirst #indianvc #investmentnews #growthfunding #operatorled #capitalandstrategy #generationalventures #startupecosystem #fundrebrand #startups

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Emergent just raised $70M from Khosla Ventures, SoftBank, Lightspeed, Prosus, and Y Combinator. But here's what matters more than the funding: → $50M ARR → 5M+ users → 190+ countries → One of the fastest growth stories in Indian startup history The founder? Mukund. Ex-co-founder of Dunzo. Now building with his own brother. Their mission isn't just another SaaS play. They're solving THE barrier that kills most business ideas before they start: Software is too hard. Too expensive. Too slow. Emergent's AI works like a team of senior engineers. You describe your idea in plain language. It builds real, working software. No code. No waiting months. No burning through runway hiring developers. For years, we've watched Silicon Valley launch the products that change the world. Emergent is proof that India can lead the next wave. #AIStartups #IndianStartups #Entrepreneurship #ArtificialIntelligence #StartupIndia

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Home Grown VC Fund Raise Pyramid 👇 From the Venture Intelligence India VC Landscape Report. Download for free at https://lnkd.in/g_sxghB4 #VentureCapital #startupindia #infographic #VCIndia #startups #startup #homegrown #fundraising #funds #VC #VCfunds

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The Ultimate Guide to Startup Funding in India (2026 Edition). A complete 2026 guide to startup funding in India covering seed to IPO, 35 essential FAQs, pitch deck strategy, valuations, term sheets, DPIIT, SAFE notes, and expert fundraising support from Intellex Strategic Consulting. This guide serves as a comprehensive manual for Indian founders navigating the complex world of capital raising. From seed rounds to IPOs, we break down everything you need to know. https://lnkd.in/d_ZnfbK6 #StartupFunding #StartupFundingIndia #RaiseFunds #VentureCapitalIndia #SeedFunding #SeriesAFunding #AngelInvestors #PitchDeck #StartupValuation #FounderLife #IndianStartups #DPIIT #ESOP #VirtualCFO #FundraisingTips #StartupAdvisory #IntellexStrategicConsulting #EntrepreneurIndia #BharatStartups #StartupGrowth

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**Physics Wallah's Debut: A Beacon for Indian EdTech?** Physics Wallah's IPO success—closing 44% above its listing price—may signal a shift in the narrative surrounding India's edtech sector. While many have faced turbulence, this debut highlights the potential resilience and growth still present in the industry. At ElevenX Capital, we believe that innovation and adaptability are key drivers for success in these fluctuating markets. How can other edtech firms leverage this momentum to inspire investor confidence? #investing #innovation #venturecapital #entrepreneurship

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FUNDED: PowerUp Money raises $12M Series A led by Peak XV Partners, with participation from existing investors Accel, Blume Ventures, Kae Capital, 8i Ventures, and DeVC.

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Fundraising in 2026 as a second-time founder? India’s VC ecosystem isn’t just rebounding. It’s recalibrating toward execution certainty. LPs want DPI. Funds want proof. Repeat founders are benefiting. The mood for 2026: conviction over charisma. In partner meetings, one question comes early: “Have they built before?” Repeat founders signal: Execution memory. Pattern recognition. Faster trust. Below are India-focused funds that consistently back second-time founders, grouped by stage. Pre-seed to Seed • Jungle Ventures (India presence): First Cheque, repeat-friendly • Neon Fund (Bengaluru): strong serial founder bias • Good Capital (Delhi): repeat founders as edge • Axilor Ventures (Bengaluru): exit-backed builders • 100X.VC (Mumbai): serial founder pattern • Kae Capital (Mumbai/Bengaluru): backs repeat operators • TDV Partners (India): repeat in core thesis • Blume Ventures (Mumbai): multiple 2nd-time founders • Kalaari Capital (Bengaluru): experienced builder tilt • Stellaris Venture Partners (Bengaluru): strong repeat preference Seed to Series B • Z47 (Mumbai): repeat-heavy pipeline • 3one4 Capital (India): several 2nd-time Series A bets • Chiratae Ventures (Bengaluru): serial founders across stages • Fireside Ventures (India): second-venture consumer founders • Saama Capital (India): serial operator backing • Nexus Venture Partners (India): next-venture founders • IvyCap Ventures (Mumbai): repeat founders visible • Java Capital (India): thesis includes 2nd-time founders • Arkam Ventures (India): experienced founder rounds Series B+ • Accel in India: stated repeat-founder focus • Peak XV Partners (India): strong serial representation • Lightspeed India: repeat-builder thesis • Elevation Capital (India): experienced founders favoured Bottom line If you’re a second-time founder raising in 2026, this may be your strongest capital window yet. Fresh funds. Disciplined underwriting. Clear preference for execution history. If I've missed out any venture funds backing second time founders, please add to the comments below!

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🧠 Nomad Society Research Paper 04 Temporal Proximity and Depth of Human Imprinting in Digital Connection Authors: Rishabh Sahu – Founder, Nomad Society Ayushi – Research Contributor, Behavioral Insights (Ex-UN; Currently with Indian Defence & CMS Outreach) ⸻ 1. The Core Insight In digital environments, physical proximity is replaced by temporal proximity — the rhythm, frequency, and consistency of interaction. When two individuals communicate consistently, the human brain perceives it as closeness, regardless of physical distance. But proximity alone isn’t enough — it’s the depth of communication that converts interaction into imprinting. A single emotionally honest exchange can create stronger neural memory than weeks of superficial talk. ⸻ 2. The Imprinting Equation Nomad Society’s model expresses digital imprinting as: Imprinting Intensity (I) = Temporal Proximity (T) × Depth (D) × Authenticity (A) Where: • T = Frequency × Duration • D = Emotional transparency + cognitive resonance • A = Degree of unfiltered self-expression When authenticity is low (filters, performative talk), imprinting collapses — even if time is high. But when authenticity rises, even brief moments can leave lifelong marks. ⸻ 3. Key Behavioral Findings 1. Repetition Builds Recognition: Daily digital presence simulates physical closeness — the brain can’t tell the difference. 2. Authenticity Accelerates Connection: Vulnerable messages or honest voice notes create more imprinting than curated perfection. 3. Silence Breaks Imprinting Quickly: Digital absence erases connection faster than physical absence — attention defines modern memory. 4. Algorithmic Overexposure Reduces Depth: Infinite content weakens focus; emotional bonds need repetition, not replacement. 5. Mutual Vulnerability Multiplies Imprinting: When two people open up equally, imprinting becomes reciprocal and self-sustaining. ⸻ 4. Design Implications for Digital Platforms Nomad Society integrates these findings into its product philosophy: • Depth over Breadth: Prioritize meaningful conversations, not more connections. • Authenticity over Activity: Reward truth, not noise. • Continuity over Novelty: Encourage consistent communication over endless discovery. • Human over Algorithmic: Build features that let people feel seen, not just counted. Our ecosystem extends these digital imprints into real-world Nomad Events — where people transition from messages to memories. ⸻ 5. The Paradox of Time Time in the digital age is both linear and variable — linear in data, variable in emotion. It stretches in deep connection and collapses in distraction. This paradox defines modern intimacy: “It’s not how long we know someone, but how deeply we meet them — even through a screen.”

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