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Caregiving-tech startup LegUp raises Rs 2 Cr pre-Seed funding

EntrackrEntrackr · 11m ago
Caregiving-tech startup LegUp raises Rs 2 Cr pre-Seed funding
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Bengaluru-based caregiving-tech startup LegUp, which has introduced a platform to bridge the gaps between modern families and trusted caregivers, has secured pre-seed funding of Rs 2 crore ($250K) from Bluebridge Capital Private Limited. This marks LegUp’s first official fundraising round since its inception in May 2024. The company plans to utilize the capital to enhance its technology and operational capabilities while fostering growth and expansion. Additionally, a significant portion of the funds will be allocated toward the development and launch of two upcoming mobile apps. LegUp offers a range of high-quality caregiving and companion services catering to both baby care and elder care segments, including japa nanny services, babysitting, and elderly homecare attendants, among others. The platform has already onboarded over 10,000 skilled caregivers. LegUp is growing rapidly, with a 40% month-over-month revenue increase. The company has established a strong presence in Bengaluru, reaching an MRR of Rs 22 lakh and aiming for an annual revenue of Rs 15 crore in the next fiscal year. The childcare services sector in India is projected to generate over $25,892 million in revenue by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5%. Meanwhile, the Indian elderly care market, currently valued at $7 billion, is expected to reach a staggering $50 billion by 2030.

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Astrophel Aerospace raises Rs 6.84 Cr in pre-seed round

EntrackrEntrackr · 6m ago
Astrophel Aerospace raises Rs 6.84 Cr in pre-seed round
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Snippets Astrophel Aerospace raises Rs 6.84 Cr in pre-seed round Deep-tech space startup Astrophel Aerospace has raised Rs 6.84 crore (around $800K) in a pre-seed funding round from a group of angel investors and venture firms. The Pune-based startup will use the funds to build a prototype of its reusable semi-cryogenic launch vehicle and to expand in-house R&D efforts focused on building advanced missile-grade guidance and propulsion systems. Founded in 2022 by Suyash Bafna, Astrophel Aerospace is building cost-effective, reusable launch vehicles specifically tailored for small satellites. It operates on a vertically integrated model designing, engineering, and testing propulsion systems in-house. The firm’s Astra C1 series rockets are powered by in-house developed semi-cryogenic engines and built using a combination of 3D printing and modular assembly. Astrophel claims to be among a limited number of Indian private companies to have successfully test-fired a semi-cryogenic engine, and achieved this with just Rs 6 lakh in internal resources and no external funding before this round. It is now aiming for a working, reusable prototype within the next 2–3 years. The startup is building its flagship Potentia C1U engine using modular design and manufacturing principles adapted from the automotive sector. Astrophel has also signed an MoU with ISRO to support co-development and testing. In India, its key competitors include Skyroot Aerospace, Agnikul Cosmos, Bellatrix Aerospace and Pixxel among others.

ApClub raises Rs 2 Cr in pre-seed round led by Curefit Healthcare and PedalStart

EntrackrEntrackr · 5m ago
ApClub raises Rs 2 Cr in pre-seed round led by Curefit Healthcare and PedalStart
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Snippets ApClub raises Rs 2 Cr in pre-seed round led by Curefit Healthcare Bengaluru-based fitness startup ApClub has raised Rs 2 crore in its maiden pre-seed funding round led by Curefit Healthcare, with participation from startup accelerator PedalStart and select angel investors. The proceeds will be used to scale operations, expand its team, and diversify its doorstep fitness offerings. The capital will also support the firm to launch new wellness formats like group classes and sports coaching for children and adults. ApClub also aims to build long-term offerings such as managing apartment clubhouses and gyms. Founded in October 2023, ApClub offers personalised fitness and wellness services at users’ homes or within housing complexes, including strength training, yoga, weight loss programs, Pilates, and more. It currently operates in over 40 apartment communities across Bengaluru and has served nearly 500 customers to date. The startup runs through a web-based platform and plans to launch its mobile app by the second half of 2025. The startup is targeting $1 million in ARR by 2026 and intends to expand into other metro and tier-I cities beyond Bengaluru. ApClub competes in the broader urban wellness market where convenience, customisation, and offline reach are becoming core differentiators.

Construction-tech startup HandyPanda raises Rs 2 Cr led by AJVC

EntrackrEntrackr · 2d ago
Construction-tech startup HandyPanda raises Rs 2 Cr led by AJVC
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Construction-tech startup HandyPanda has raised Rs 2 crore in a pre-seed funding round led by early-stage venture capital firm AJVC, with participation from angel investors including Sankalp Kathuria (Co-Founder & CEO, Broadway) and building materials family office heads. The proceeds from the round will be used to build teams and strengthen systems across product, operations, and supply. HandyPanda is focused on reimagining the consumer experience for building materials by addressing challenges such as delays caused by fragmented supply chains, limited price transparency, and concerns around product authenticity. Founded by three IIT Delhi batchmates Abhishek Rao, Shaurya Goel, and Shaurya Jindal, the startup believes India’s home renovation and construction market is at an inflection point, driven by evolving consumer expectations and a rapidly organizing supplier ecosystem. According to its website, HandyPanda lists construction and renovation materials across categories such as electricals, bathware & plumbing, hardware, and paints with products sourced from manufacturers or authorized dealers. HandyPanda launched operations in September 2025 and is close to achieving Rs 1 crore in annual recurring revenue (ARR), measured on a GMV basis. AJVC is a SEBI-registered pre-seed venture capital fund and has backed multiple early-stage startups across consumer, fintech, enterprise, and manufacturing-focused segments. Its portfolio includes companies such as Multibagg AI, Nuyug, Mithila Foods, Jaagruk Bharat, TruFides AI, Chop Finance, Gaadi Mech, and Iztri.

Parkobot raises Rs 2.09 Cr in seed round led by IPV

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Parkobot raises Rs 2.09 Cr in seed round led by IPV
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Snippets Parkobot raises Rs 2.09 Cr in seed round led by IPV IoT-based parking startup Parkobot has raised Rs 2.09 crore (around $243K) in a seed round led by Inflection Point Ventures (IPV), with participation from high-net-worth individuals. The funding will be used to expand infrastructure, enter new markets, enhance backend operations, and diversify its product portfolio. Founded by Amrit Choudhury, Raj Kumar Bihani, and Animesh Mukherjee, Parkobot is currently in stealth mode as it lays the groundwork for scale. It offers a tech-enabled solution that allows users to monetize their private parking spaces through an IoT-powered smart parking space barrier integrated with the Parkobot mobile app. It operates as a real-time, on-demand platform by enabling hourly rentals of unused spots. The platform currently manages over 20,000 bookings each month and is built on a proprietary tech stack that includes scalable IoT devices and an in-house Parking Management System (PMS). It supports automated, pre-booked parking experiences with minimal manual intervention. The startup has already deployed its smart barriers at key high-traffic locations and aims to reduce urban congestion by optimizing underutilized parking spaces.

Stupa Sports Analytics raises Rs 28 Cr in pre-Series A round

EntrackrEntrackr · 1y ago
Stupa Sports Analytics raises Rs 28 Cr in pre-Series A round
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Sportstech startup Stupa Sports Analytics has raised Rs 28 crore in its pre-Series A round led by Centre Court Capital and PeerCapital. Earlier to this pre-Series A round, Stupa had raised Rs 7.5 crore in seed and pre-seed funding. The proceeds will be used to fuel its talent acquisition, global expansion, and product enhancement initiatives. The latest fund pool will also be deployed to attract top AI/ML and engineering talent to build advanced solutions. The fund will also power Stupa’s ambitions to expand globally into markets like the US, UK, Australia, and the Middle East while expanding its existing presence in regions like Europe and Asia. Founded by Megha Gambhir, Stupa Sports Analytics offers a comprehensive suite of AI-driven solutions for advanced analytics of player performance data, broadcasting capabilities and sports digitization tools for athletes, sports federations, broadcasters and fan communities worldwide. Stupa claims to have established over 15 strategic partnerships with key governing bodies and sports federations, primarily in Europe.

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