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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

Tata Trusts to induct Neville Tata on the board of SRTT, says report

Neville Tata to join board of Sir Ratan Tata Trust: Report

Reliance dismisses reports of battery cell plan delay, says 2026 timeline intact

Maruti Suzuki to invest ₹4,960 crore to set up second plant in Gujarat

Reliance halts cell-making plans after Chinese firm withdraws from partnership: Report

Battle over NPAs: BoB, SBI, RBL, Yes Bank move CIC against RTI orders, RBI backs disclosure

Economy

Railways wants Gati Shakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminal (GCT) policy to increase private sector participation

Railway tweaks Gati Shakti Cargo terminal policy

25% US tariffs on Tehran’s trading partners: Iran on 63rd spot, below nations like Togo, Ghana in trade with India

Basmati, tea, apples, kiwis: Breakup of India-Iran trade as Trump imposes 25% tariffs on Tehran’s trading partners

No trade talks scheduled between India-US this week, says report

Corporate, individual taxes lift direct tax collection by 8.82% to ₹18.38 lakh crore

Policy

Cryptocurrencies are not recognised as legal tender in India. However, transactions involving crypto assets are taxed under the Income-Tax law.

Explained: Why India is mandating live selfies and location tracking for crypto users

Budget Session likely from Jan 28; Union Budget 2026 likely to be tabled on Feb 1

Electricity Amendment Bill 2025 may be headed for Budget Session. What’s at stake?

MeitY clears 22 electronics PLI projects worth ₹41,863 crore, eyes supply chain self-reliance

Power trading overhaul: CERC eyes fee rationalisation as market coupling nears 2026 rollout