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From frenzy to fundamentals, how AI is resetting startup funding in 2026

According to Vipul Patel, Partner, Seed Investing, IIMA Ventures, the startup funding landscape in 2026 will be shaped by a clear shift toward technology-led and capability-driven growth.

Even as debate continues around a potential AI bubble, investments in AI-led startups show little sign of slowing.

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In a strategic shift, Zepto is also planning to relocate its headquarters from Mumbai to Bengaluru by November

Quick commerce unicorn Zepto raises $340 million in follow-on round, valuation jumps to $5 billion

Byju’s promoters have been accused of creating a communication blockade with investors

Byju’s forms working group with Prosus, Peak XV, and others for asset sale coordination

Zerodha’s Nikhil Kamath launches 'WTF Fund' for entrepreneurs under 22; check details

Zerodha’s Nikhil Kamath launches 'WTF Fund' for entrepreneurs under 22; check details

Oyo in talks with Apollo to refinance $660-mn loan after delayed IPO: Report

Oyo in talks with Apollo to refinance $660-mn loan after delayed IPO: Report

CRED’s total income for FY23 jumps 3.5x to Rs 1,484 crore

CRED’s total income for FY23 jumps 3.5x to Rs 1,484 crore

Preqin report pegs dry powder at $15.6 billion in 2022, up from $11.1 billion at the end of 2021

India-focused PE/VC funds raise record $8.5bn in 2022 despite sharp decline in deals

The oversubscribed fund saw investments from several LPs

Kae Capital closes Rs 410 crore winners fund to back previous portfolio standouts

Kamaths’ Rainmatter and Natco Pharma invests in women hygiene brand

Company says entire amount reinvested in business to scale it

Byju’s promoters rake in over $400 mn in secondary share sale since 2015

The Bengaluru-based company said at the time that the new capital would be used to expand its product

How Mojocare unravelled after $20 million Series A funding round

Corporate

He remarked on the diverse group of individuals that came together to witness the historic event, symbolising India’s forward-moving spirit.

Gautam Adani welcomes first passengers at the launch of Navi Mumbai International Airport

Not going the LG way: Samsung rules out India IPO, shifts focus to AI and consumer finance

Christmas bonanza! Infosys hikes fresher pay to Rs 21 lakh for specialised tech roles - Report

SFIO launches probe into IndusInd Bank over accounting and derivative issues

No more wait for airport food: EaseMyTrip partners with Hoi to offer pre-booked airport meals

Economy

Under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY), the number of LPG beneficiaries rose to about 10.35 crore as of December 1, 2025.

India adds LPG users, pipelines and EV chargers in 2025

Global trade winners and borrowers: What current account surpluses and deficits say about the global economy in 2025?

No new mining in Aravallis: Centre orders blanket ban across Delhi–Gujarat belt

RBI to inject nearly Rs 3 lakh crore via OMOs to offset forex intervention impact

We'll be able to grow the business much faster in the next 5 years: Umesh Revankar of Shriram Finance

Policy

Crucially, the legislation opens India’s tightly controlled nuclear ecosystem to private participation, breaking a decades-old monopoly of the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE).

Modi govt unveils SHANTI Bill: Will private players power India’s nuclear leap?

FinMin reviews revival of mega PSU insurance merger; privatisation, FDI hike also under review

Equal pay, social security, night-shift protections: What the new labour codes mean for India’s IT workforce

Aatmanirbhar push: India rolls out historic labour codes for a future-ready workforce. Check details

Finance Ministry proposes raising FDI limit in state-run banks to 49%