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House of Zelena raises Rs 7 Cr in Seed round

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House of Zelena raises Rs 7 Cr in Seed round
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House of Zelena raises Rs 7 Cr in Seed round Mom-wear brand House of Zelena has raised Rs 7 crore ($800K) in a seed funding round co-led by Sprout Venture Partners and M Venture Partners, with participation from GSF and other angels. This round follows the company’s earlier angel round bringing the total fund raise to $1.2 million. The proceeds will be deployed towards strengthening supply chain capabilities, driving innovation across their various maternity apparel offerings, and deepening the brand’s mom-first ecosystem through community-building and technology integrations, House of Zelena said in a press release. Co-founded in 2022 by Hina Priyadarshini and Mayank Kamal, House of Zelena aims to redefine maternity and postpartum wear by designing from the mother’s perspective. Unlike baby-first brands, it focuses on women’s bodies, comfort, and their emotional journey. The brand has already introduced first-of-its-kind products such as postpartum sculptwear leggings, bump-friendly loungewear, and leakproof innerwear. Over the last two years, House of Zelena has built a thriving mom community of more than 2.5 lakh mothers across India and generated over 45 million monthly organic impressions across the brand’s website. “House of Zelena was born from that gap: to create clothing that adapts to women’s real needs, and an ecosystem that makes them feel supported, inside and out,” said Hina Priyadarshini, co-founder of HOZ. The brand is also preparing to expand its offline engagement through community events and its upcoming SafeToFeed café campaign. In September 2025, it will unveil a refreshed brand identity designed to deepen its connection with India’s growing mom community.

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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.

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.

Assistive technology startup Social Hardware raises Rs 3.2 Cr

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Assistive technology startup Social Hardware raises Rs 3.2 Cr
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Social Hardware, an innovation startup that designs and develops assistive devices, bionics, and field robotics, has raised Rs 3.2 crore in its seed round led by Inflection Point Ventures. Ivyleague Ventures and Soonicorn Ventures have also participated in the round. The proceeds will be used towards growth and go-to-market (GTM) initiatives, building a strong marketing and sales team, establishing an advanced R&D facility, expanding in-house manufacturing capabilities, and strengthening R&D efforts. Co-founded by Abhit Kumar, Cameron Norris, and Raghavendran Arunachalam, Social Hardware specializes in teleoperated robotic systems designed for hazardous operations. The firm serves manufacturing, infrastructure, defense, and aerospace industries, delivering innovative solutions that enhance safety and operational efficiency in challenging environments. The startup operates with a team of 17 across two locations in Bengaluru, including a corporate office in Hebbal and an R&D facility in Rajajinagar. Currently, Social Hardware has a production capacity of 12 units for FY 2024-25, which is set to triple to 36 units by FY26, aiming for a revenue capacity of Rs 24.76 crore.

Gladful raises Rs 8 Cr led by Eternal Capital

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Gladful raises Rs 8 Cr led by Eternal Capital
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Protein-focused kids’ nutrition brand Gladful has raised Rs 8 crore in fresh funding led by Eternal Capital, a fund launched by former BharatPe Chief Operating Officer Dhruv Dhanraj Bahl. The round also saw participation from Antler India, Venture Catalysts, and other investors. The new funding comes after its earlier Rs 7 crore seed round in 2023. Founded by siblings Parul and Manu Sharma in 2022, Gladful focuses on clean-label, protein-rich nutrition, offering products like chilla, dosa, and pancake mixes designed for kids. It recently entered the Rs 12,000 Cr kids’ milk mix category with NutraMilk. The brand’s products are claimed to be made with plant-based ingredients, free from refined sugar and additives, and target a quick 10-minute preparation time. The proceeds will be used to expand its team, boost R&D, and strengthen its presence across tier I and tier II cities through digital and quick-commerce platforms. Gladful plans to reach Rs 60 crore in revenue in the next three years, continuing to scale its breakfast and milk mix categories.

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.

Innovist raises Rs 136 Cr led by ICICI Venture; Accel exits

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Innovist raises Rs 136 Cr led by ICICI Venture; Accel exits
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Innovist, the parent company of Bare Anatomy, has raised Rs 136 crore (approximately $16 million) in a Series B funding round led by ICICI Venture. The round saw participation from Mirabilis Investment Trust, Niveshaay Investment, and existing backer Sauce. The funding round includes both primary and secondary components and will be directed toward product development, business growth, and team expansion, the company said in a media release. In the round, the company provided exit to Accel, which came in via their seed program (atoms). Rohit Chawla, founder and CEO, said that Innovist is one of the fastest-growing BPC (beauty and personal care) firms in the country and aims to cross Rs 300 crore in revenue by FY25. While the company has not yet filed its annual statements for FY24, it reported operational revenue of Rs 36.53 crore in FY23, along with a loss of Rs 16.87 crore. Innovist, previously known as Onesto Labs, was founded in 2018 by Chawla, Sifat Khurana, and Vimal Bhola. The company provides personal care products and currently manages three brands: Bare Anatomy, Chemist at Play, and Sunscoop. To date, Innovist has raised over $26 million, including a $7 million Series A round led by the Amazon Smbhav Venture Fund. According to startup data platform TheKredible, prior to this round, Sauce.VC was the largest external stakeholder, followed by 72 Ventures, Accel India, and the Amazon Smbhav Fund. It competes with D2C beauty brands like Minimalist, Mamaearth, Wow Skin Science, and Sugar Cosmetics.

The Bear House raises Rs 50 Cr in Series A round led by JM Financial

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The Bear House raises Rs 50 Cr in Series A round led by JM Financial
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The Bear House raises Rs 50 Cr in Series A round led by JM Financial The Bear House, a popular men’s fashion brand, has raised Rs 50 crore ($5.84 million) in its Series A round led by JM Financial India Growth Fund III. The proceeds will be used to open more physical stores, boost branding efforts, and meet working capital needs. The Bear House sells products like shirts, t-shirts, jeans, and footwear. It has mainly been sold online through platforms like Myntra, Flipkart, and Nykaa. Led by Harsh Somaiya, the firm opened its first physical store in Bengaluru in March 2025. It now plans to launch 20 more stores across India in the next two years. The Bengaluru-based startup claims to have already built a Rs 150 crore online brand while staying profitable and self-funded until now.

Bower raises Rs 11.5 Cr in seed round

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Bower raises Rs 11.5 Cr in seed round
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Bower raises Rs 11.5 Cr in seed round Bower School of Entrepreneurship has raised Rs 11.5 crore ($1.33 million) in seed funding from High-Net-Worth Individuals (HNIs) and Astir Ventures. The proceeds will be used to support the development of an AI-powered course builder platform, new partnerships with industry players, and physical campuses in Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and the USA. Bower plans to impact over 15,000 students and reach Rs 15 crore in revenue across all verticals by FY26. The institution reported Rs 1.5 crore in revenue for the fourth quarter of FY25. Founded by Pavan Allena, Bower offers entrepreneurship programs for students and professionals. These include Bower SEED for K-12 students, Bower LEAD for working professionals, and the upcoming Bower UG undergraduate program starting in August 2025. So far, Bower has worked with over 5,000 students, registered 1.5 crore in bookings within three months of launch, and operates with 27 team members and 63 faculty. The executive program, Bower LEAD, will run four cohorts in 2025 with up to 150 participants expected.

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