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Dashcam startup Cautio raises Rs 11 Cr in seed round

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Dashcam startup Cautio raises Rs 11 Cr in seed round
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Dashcam startup Cautio raises Rs 11 Cr in seed round Video telematics startup Cautio has raised Rs 11 crore as part of its ongoing seed round. The round saw participation from 9Unicorns, Venture Catalysts, Antler India, Infinyte Club, Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY) through PIEDS-BITS Pilani, and CARS24 Founders - Gajendra Jangid and Vikram Chopra. The proceeds will be utilized to expand its technology across India, strengthen AI capabilities, and work closely with fleets to build a culture of proactive safety, Cautio said in a press release. Co-founded in 2023 by Ankit Acharya and Pranjal Nadhani, Cautio is a video telematics company that aims to make Indian roads safer through AI-powered dashcams. By delivering real-time insights and 24/7 monitoring, the platform helps fleets prevent risks, ensure compliance, and drive with confidence. With its affordable and intelligent fleet safety solutions, it is transforming mobility by empowering fleet operators and drivers to enhance safety, minimize risks, and build a smarter, more secure future on the road. Cautio says that it is trusted by mobility and logistics providers like Shoffr, Euro Cars, Namma Yatri, IITs, and Cityflo among others. The company operates in over 35 cities across India, and has also delivered over 50 crore location data points through its APIs.

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Video telematics startup Cautio raises Rs 6.5 Cr in pre-seed round

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Video telematics startup Cautio raises Rs 6.5 Cr in pre-seed round
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Video telematics startup Cautio has raised Rs 6.5 crore ($780k) in its pre-seed round led by Antler, 8i and AU Bank. The funding, a mix of equity and debt, was led by Antler, 8i Ventures, and AU Small Finance Bank with additional participation from Cautio’s early customers and angel investors. The startup will use the proceeds to escalate its efforts in deploying safety solutions across the country. Founded by Ankit Acharya and Pranjal Nadhani, Cautio offers cost-effective video telematics products and delivers tailored solutions aimed at mitigating safety issues prevalent in India. Through customizable dash cam devices and an AI-powered operating system, Cautio ensures accountability, improves driver conduct, minimises revenue loss, and adopts an API-first strategy. The startup counts among its clients institutions, mobility and logistic companies. It is also actively involved in multiple pilot projects across the country. Safe Cams, LightMetrics and Hero Group’s Qubo are some of the leading companies in this space.

Cautio raises $3 Mn in seed round led by Amal Parikh

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Cautio raises $3 Mn in seed round led by Amal Parikh
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Snippets Cautio raises $3 Mn in seed round led by Amal Parikh AI-powered video telematics startup Cautio has raised $1.8 million in a new funding round led by Amal Parikh, with participation from 8i Ventures, AU Small Finance Bank, Venture Catalysts. This brings its total seed round to $3 million. In April, the startup had raised $1.2 million as part of the same round. The proceeds will be used to enhance its R&D capabilities, scale its AI systems, and expand deployment and servicing infrastructure across India. Founded by Ankit Acharya and Pranjal, Cautio provides AI-powered dashcams for fleet operators that offer real-time safety alerts to prevent road accidents. The platform is used in public transport, school buses, and commercial fleets, helping operators detect and respond to risks instantly. Cautio is currently active in 46 cities and has over 60 customers. It aims to make Indian roads safer by using predictive technology to reduce accident risks.

Exclusive: Cautio to acquire Nikhil Kamath WTFund-backed Bytes

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Exclusive: Cautio to acquire Nikhil Kamath WTFund-backed Bytes
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Bengaluru-based visual telematics startup Cautio is set to acquire Bytes, an AI-powered two-wheeler safety technology startup backed by Nikhil Kamath’s WTFund, according to two sources aware of the development. The transaction will be a 100 percent acquisition, with Cautio buying out Bytes entirely. The deal is expected to close in the next two to three weeks if no changes occur. Founded to build AI-based Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) for two-wheelers, Bytes focuses on improving rider safety through real-time alerts and computer-vision-led solutions. WTFund had previously provided non-dilutive funding to Bytes, enhancing its visibility. For Cautio, active mainly in the four-wheeler segment with its AI-driven dashcam and visual telematics platform, acquiring Bytes is strategically important. Integrating Bytes’ technology aims to expand Cautio’s offerings to cover the entire on-road safety category across different vehicle types. Sources suggest the acquisition allows Cautio to broaden its market reach and enhance services across mobility, logistics, and insurance sectors. Present in nearly 50 cities, Cautio partners with traditional logistics firms and new-age mobility startups, counting clients like Steel House, Rinku Logistics, ZingBus, RedBus, Shoffr, Namma Yatri, and Cityflo. Cautio had raised $3 million in its seed round led by Amal Parikh, with participation from 8i Ventures, AU Small Finance Bank, and others.

Medtech startup MedVital raises Rs 8.4 Cr in pre-seed round

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Medtech startup MedVital raises Rs 8.4 Cr in pre-seed round
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Medtech startup MedVital raises Rs 8.4 Cr in pre-seed round MedVital, a medtech startup focused on skin repair and wound care, has raised Rs 8.4 crore in its pre-seed round led by Nihar Parikh’s 4point0 Health Ventures. The round saw participation from founders of Tata 1mg, NephroPlus, SafeExpress, Eye Q Hospital, Hexa Health, and AstroTalk. The proceeds will be used to expand MedVital’s product portfolio, strengthen its supply chain, and broaden its distribution network to cover hospitals, clinics, and home-care settings. Co-founded by Varun Gupta and Tarun Bansal, MedVital is a full-stack platform for wound care and minimally invasive aesthetics, integrating monitoring and next-generation biomaterials. MedVital’s flagship product, NoWound, is a negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) device designed for controlled healing of complex wounds. The device is compact, digitally enabled, and locally manufactured. The startup plans to introduce liquid chitosan-based dressings and expand into dermal and hair regeneration solutions.

Terafac raises Rs 6.5 Cr in pre-seed round led by Inuka Capital

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Terafac raises Rs 6.5 Cr in pre-seed round led by Inuka Capital Chandigarh-based AI-robotics startup Terafac has raised Rs 6.5 crore ($800K) in a pre-seed round led by Inuka Capital. Other investors include DEVC, Bharat Founders Fund, Innovation Mission Punjab, and select angels. The proceeds will be used for product innovation, market expansion, and hiring. Founded by Anubhi Khandelwal and Amrit Singh, Terafac has developed an AI-Vision platform that converts standard industrial robots into intelligent, self-adjusting machines. Its first product, WeldT, automates welding using computer vision to handle high product variations. The startup plans to expand its solution across tasks like gluing, painting, and inspection. Terafac operates on a "Software-as-a-Skill" model and targets 80 deployments across 20 customers in the next year. Its business model revolves around providing AI-based manufacturing automation tools to OEMs and factories, aiming to reach Rs 8 crore in ARR by FY26.

Astrophel Aerospace raises Rs 6.84 Cr in pre-seed round

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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.

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Healthtech startup Docplix has raised Rs 1.2 crore in its bridge round led by Inflection Point Ventures. Earlier in March this year, DocPlix had raised Rs 5 crore in its pre-Series A round led by Eris Lifesciences with the participation of other angel investors. In February 2022, it raised Rs 1.2 crore in seed round. The fresh proceeds will be used for product development, AI integration, and market expansion, Docplix said in a press release. This will involve enhancing its EHR system, incorporating advanced AI capabilities to improve decision support and patient care, and expanding its market reach. Founded by Varun Garg, Aayush Garg, DocPlix’s ABDM-compliant Electronic Health Record (EHR) system ensures secure and interoperable management of patient data. Its integrated Decision Support System (DSS) helps healthcare professionals make informed decisions through data analytics. Additionally, innovative visualization tools make patient data easy to understand, enhancing patient care and clinic efficiency. The startup claims to serve over 2,000 doctors, extending its reach through programs and remote clinics in tier-II and tier-III cities to address healthcare needs in underserved areas.

Perkant Tech raises Rs 6.6 Cr in seed round

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Perkant Tech raises Rs 6.6 Cr in seed round
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Perkant Tech raises Rs 6.6 Cr in seed round Indore-based health tech startup Perkant Tech has raised Rs 6.6 crore ($771K) in its seed round led by YourNest Venture Capital. The funding also saw support from the Government of India’s Atal New India Challenge (Rs 1 crore), Villgro Foundation (Rs 35 lakh), and Sanchi Connect (Rs 25 lakh). The proceeds will be used to help Perkant Tech improve its technology, grow its team, and prepare for a wider launch after successful tests. The firm also plans to add more features for detecting diseases early and helping in recovery tracking. Founded in 2020 by engineers Lokant Jain and Saniya Jeswani, Perkant Tech has created a smart AI-powered medical device that gives quick and clear health checks. Its main product, “Abhay Parimiti,” can scan a person’s health in under 60 seconds and works even in areas with limited doctors. Perkant’s technology is already patented in India and has a pending patent in the U.S. It is also aligned with India’s National Digital Health Mission. Its system can track over 700 body signals, helping people stay ahead of serious illnesses. The device is easy to use, making it helpful for both doctors and non-medical users in rural or remote places.

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