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Experience-tech startup Alive raises Rs 6 Cr from Powerhouse Ventures

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Experience-tech startup Alive raises Rs 6 Cr from Powerhouse Ventures
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Experience-tech startup Alive has raised Rs 6 crore in funding from Powerhouse Ventures and a group of angel investors and operators. The proceeds will be used to expand across Indian cities, strengthen its technology, and grow its ecosystem of experience creators. Founded in 2025 by Vivek Kumar, a former investor and serial entrepreneur, Alive claims to have grown 90x in less than a year, offering over 125 curated experiences across adventure, food, art, wellness, and culture. Alive is building a full-stack experience platform, using proprietary technology to design, manage, and scale immersive activities. It creates original experiences from vineyard brunches and pottery workshops to chef-led dinners and sky adventures, and operates a tech engine that supports creator onboarding, content management, and discovery automation. The platform also enables chefs, artists, and small businesses to become experienced creators, with some earning up to Rs 5 lakh per month. Alive’s user base mainly comprises young professionals aged 21–38 seeking authentic and engaging activities, mirroring the growing demand for “things to do” across Indian cities. The firm aims to achieve Rs 100 crore ARR by March 2027 and is currently live in Bengaluru and Hyderabad, with Goa set to launch next.

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Defence tech startup Armory Raises Rs 13 Cr led by GrowX Ventures

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Defence tech startup Armory Raises Rs 13 Cr led by GrowX Ventures
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Defence tech startup Armory Raises Rs 13 Cr led by GrowX Ventures Defence-tech startup Armory has raised Rs 13 crore (around $1.5 million) in a funding round led by GrowX Ventures, with participation from Industrial 47, Antler, AC Ventures, Dexter Ventures, and several angel investors. The proceeds will be used to boost R&D, expand manufacturing, and speed up deployment. Founded in 2024 by Amardeep Singh, Armory develops indigenous counter-drone systems (C-UAS) capable of detecting, tracking, and neutralising rogue drones. Its flagship system, SURGE, has undergone field trials with multiple Indian Army units. The company’s technology is powered by Samaritan OS, an AI-led defence operating system offering real-time adaptability and continuous learning — features missing in traditional systems.

Holiday Tribe raises Rs 5.4 Cr from Powerhouse Ventures and GSF

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Holiday Tribe raises Rs 5.4 Cr from Powerhouse Ventures and GSF
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Travel-tech startup Holiday Tribe has raised Rs 5.4 crore in its seed round led by Powerhouse Ventures and GSF with participation from notable investors including Dinesh Agarwal and Dinesh Gulati of India Mart, Murugavel Janakiraman of BharatMatrimony.com and actor Gaurav Kapur. The proceeds will be used to strengthen the brand’s tech capabilities, supply network, and brand-building initiatives. Founded by ex-MakeMyTrip executives Anshu Sharma and Chirag Goyal in 2023, Holiday Tribe offers customizable holiday experiences across destinations, catering to family and friends, couples and honeymooners, adventure-seekers, and those looking to explore newer or unexplored destinations. The Gurugram-based startup claims to have a supply network of more than 100,000 hotels across the globe and partnering with more than 10 tourism boards including Mauritius, Dubai, Switzerland, Qatar, Thailand, Singapore, and Australia. The brand has curated holidays to more than 30 destinations across the world with endless options for customization. According to a FICCI-Nangia knowledge paper, India’s outbound tourism market is expected to reach $18.81 billion in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 11.4% in the decade between 2024 and 2034 to reach approximately $55.38 billion. Likewise, India’s online travel market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.5% between 2024-29, from $17.24 billion to $28.40 billion.

Adopt AI raises $6 Mn in seed round led by Elevation Capital

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Adopt AI raises $6 Mn in seed round led by Elevation Capital
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Agentic AI startup Adopt AI has raised $6 million in a seed funding round led by Elevation Capital. The round also saw participation from Foster Ventures, Powerhouse Ventures, Darkmode Ventures, and other angel investors. Founded by Deepak Anchala, Rahul Bhattacharya, and Anirudh Badam, Adopt AI assists businesses in transforming applications into AI-driven interfaces. Its platform automates workflows and executes complex actions using natural language commands. The firm integrates with existing applications, allowing users to perform tasks through natural language commands, enhancing retention and engagement. CEO Deepak Anchala stated that the platform enables B2B and consumer applications to evolve into intelligent agents without restructuring existing systems. Adopt AI has recruited talent from Microsoft and Google, with Chief AI Officer Anirudh Badam bringing over a decade of experience from Microsoft, and founding AI engineer Vijay Sagar contributing a decade of machine learning expertise from Google. Its platform includes a no-code agent builder that learns application workflows and generates actions automatically, along with a conversational AI interface that executes tasks through natural language.

Prop-tech startup WeHouse raises Rs 25 Cr from Anthill Ventures and others

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Prop-tech startup WeHouse raises Rs 25 Cr from Anthill Ventures and others
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Snippets Prop-tech startup WeHouse raises Rs 25 Cr from Anthill Ventures and others The round saw participation from existing backers Anthill Ventures, Suresh Babu Daggubati, Gaurav Marya, Mohnish Yerra, among others. Gyan Vardhan 11 Sep 2025 Prop-tech startup WeHouse (formerly Hocomoco) has raised Rs 25 crore (around $2.8 million) in a Series A funding round, a mix of debt and equity. The round saw participation from existing backers Anthill Ventures, Suresh Babu Daggubati, Gaurav Marya, Mohnish Yerra, among others. The Hyderabad-based company had earlier raised $1.86 million from Anthill Ventures and other investors. The fresh capital will be used to expand operations to new cities, including Coimbatore, Ahmedabad, Jaipur, Surat, and Chandigarh, by the end of this year, WeHouse said in a press release. Founded in 2017 by Sripad Nandiraj and Rohan Vinayak Reddy, WeHouse is a prop-tech startup that provides tech-led solutions for home construction and reconstruction. It operates as an aggregator platform, bringing together all stakeholders in the construction process—architects, contractors, material suppliers, engineers, and skilled labour. Its services cover the entire construction journey, from approvals and design (architectural and structural) to project execution and interiors. The company also offers a tech-driven monitoring system that provides clients with real-time visibility into their projects. According to market research, India’s residential construction market is projected to reach $373 billion by 2030. At present, WeHouse operates in Chennai, Hyderabad, and Vijayawada. The company claims to have executed more than 400 projects, delivered 250, and currently has an order book worth Rs 150 crore. Its revenue model includes charging customers on a per sq. ft. basis (with commissions varying by city), selling materials to contractors, and providing on-demand interior design services. WeHouse competes with players such as Brick&Bolt, which is active in both residential and commercial construction across cities including Hyderabad and Chennai.

Care.fi raises Rs 6 Cr debt round from RevX

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Care.fi raises Rs 6 Cr debt round from RevX
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Healthcare-focused fintech startup Care.fi has raised Rs 6 crore in debt funding from RevX. The proceeds will be used to strengthen its operations around the Ayushman Bharat scheme, which now covers over 550 million beneficiaries and includes more than 29,000 empanelled hospitals as of June 2024. Founded by Sidak Singh and Vikrant Agrawal, Care.fi provides tech-enabled financial solutions to healthcare providers. The startup claims to have disbursed over Rs 800 crore to more than 100 hospitals and secured an NBFC license within two years of its inception. Care.fi plans to use its backend operations expertise to support faster claim settlements and improve hospital cash flow management as the scheme becomes more centralized.

Holiday Tribe raises Rs 25 Cr in pre-Series A round

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Holiday Tribe raises Rs 25 Cr in pre-Series A round
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Holiday Tribe, a travel-tech company specialising in leisure holidays, has raised Rs 25 crore (around $2.85 million) in its pre-Series A round led by existing investors Powerhouse Ventures and GSF, along with other angel investors. The funding includes both equity and debt. This comes after its seed round of Rs 5.4 crore in September 2024. Since then, the firm claims to have grown more than three times. The new funds will be used to expand its AI infrastructure, strengthen supplier networks, and improve its mobile and desktop platforms. It plans to enhance real-time personalisation, itinerary optimisation, and customer support. It will also grow its network of hotels and activities to offer travellers more customised options. Founded by Anshu Sharma and Chirag Goyal, Holiday Tribe has curated holidays to more than 30 global destinations. Its supply network covers over 100,000 hotels and 1 million activities worldwide. It has also partnered with tourism boards in countries like Abu Dhabi, Mauritius, Dubai, Switzerland, and Singapore. The startup aims to reach Rs 500 crore in annualised GMV within the next 18–24 months. It focuses on delivering personalised, easy holiday experiences for Indian travellers.

Exclusive: Waterfield Advisors raises Rs 123 Cr at Rs 723 Cr valuation

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Exclusive: Waterfield Advisors raises Rs 123 Cr at Rs 723 Cr valuation
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Exclusive: Waterfield Advisors raises Rs 123 Cr at Rs 723 Cr valuation Wealth management platform Waterfield Advisors is raising Rs 123 crore (approximately $14.6 million) in a new funding round, led by Jungle Ventures. The company’s board has approved a special resolution to issue 10,92,362 preference shares at an issue price of Rs 1,126 each, raising Rs 123 crore ($14.6 million), according to its regulatory filing accessed from the Registrar of Companies. Jungle Ventures is leading the funding round with an investment of Rs 100 crore. The remaining amount is being contributed by co-founder and CEO Soumya Rajan, along with individual investors, including Bharat Dhirajlal Shah, Vijay Singh, Bandi Vamsikrishna, Corel Traders, Parthasaradhi Reddy, Kekoo Colah, and Smita D Parekh. The company plans to utilize the proceeds for growth, expansion, marketing, and general corporate purposes, as determined by the board. According to Entrackr estimates, Waterfield Advisors will be valued at approximately Rs 723 crore ($86 million) post-allotment. The company is reportedly raising Rs 130 crore in this round. Founded in 2011 by Soumya Rajan, Waterfield Advisors is a fee-based multi-family office and wealth advisory firm, that ensures unbiased financial, investment, and succession planning services. Waterfield advisors had raised over $25 million in funding to date including $6 million from family offices, and ultra-high net worth individuals. According to the startup data intelligence platform TheKredible, Jungle Ventures will be the largest external stakeholder with 13.83%. Its co-founders Soumya Jain along with Sanjay Teli will cumulatively hold 40.07% of the company. Waterfield Advisors has recorded a 33.2% year-on-year increase in its revenue to Rs 45.7 crore in the fiscal year ended March 2024. Moreover, it managed to decrease losses by 9.5% to Rs 28.6 crore in FY24.

Baanhem Ventures raises Rs 3.3 Cr from Mudhal Partners

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Baanhem Ventures raises Rs 3.3 Cr from Mudhal Partners
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Baanhem Ventures, the makers of Startup Thamizha, has raised fresh funding of Rs 3.3 crore from tech leader Mr. Kumar Vembu through his newly established investment firm Mudhal Partners. Founded earlier this year by Hemachandran L. and Balachandar R., Baanhem Ventures aims to identify, build, and help first-generation native entrepreneurs from Tamil Nadu as next-gen innovators and job creators with a strong sense of purpose. The company’s flagship business reality TV show Startup Thamizha, has already secured a commitment of over Rs 200 crore investment for startups for 3 seasons from various industry leaders. The show aims to showcase a stellar line-up of first-generation entrepreneurs at seed and growth stages, exclusively from Tamil Nadu. It will also act as a catalyst to promote a shift in the mindset of HNIs to invest in startups, encouraging first-generation entrepreneurs. The program, which is set to be aired on a GEC channel, will identify promising entrepreneurs and startups, providing the necessary financial support along with mentorship to further strengthen the successful entrepreneurial heritage of the state.

Mobility startup Pumpumpum raises Rs 2 Cr led by IPV

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Mobility startup Pumpumpum raises Rs 2 Cr led by IPV
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Fintech mobility startup Pumpumpum has raised Rs 2 crore in a new round led by Inflection Point Ventures (IPV). Previously, the startup had raised $2 million in equity from LC Nueva Investment Partners, Founders Room Capital, LetsVenture and others in June 2022. The proceeds will be used for growth in operations, geographical reach, technological advancements, marketing endeavors and overall organizational development. Founded in 2018 by Tarun lawadia and Sameer Kalra, PumPumPum works in B2B2C & B2C pre-owned car leasing model. It offers a subscription-based platform that prioritizes consumer convenience, flexibility, and affordability. Through the integration of technology and data analytics, the firm delivers an easy and personalized experience for accessibility and convenience. Earlier this month, IPV invested in edtech startup MyCaptain in its Rs 14 crore (approximately $1.7 million) new round. Its recent investments include BonV Aero, AllTrak, Onedioss, among others.

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