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Space tech startup Akashalabdhi raises $1.2 Mn in pre seed round

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Space tech startup Akashalabdhi raises $1.2 Mn in pre seed round
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Snippets Space tech startup Akashalabdhi raises $1.2 Mn in pre-seed round The proceeds will be used to develop ANTARIKSHAB, an expandable space habitat designed for orbital logistics, microgravity experiments, space habitation, and defense applications. Akashalabdhi, a space tech startup developing expandable space habitats and dual-use defense technologies, has raised $1.2 million in a pre-seed funding round from Uday Chatterjee, Romesh Sobti, Suraj Nalin, LVX, 1Crowd, and Riceberg Ventures. "Our vision is clear. We want to put India at the forefront of orbital infrastructure and space habitation by innovating dual-use technologies. The successful close of our pre-seed funding round is a significant milestone that brings us closer to this goal. With the support of our investors, we are one step closer to making ANTARIKSHAB a global reality,” said Siddharth Jena, Founder of Akashalabdhi. Incubated at FSID, Indian Institute of Science (IISc), and TIDES, IIT Roorkee, and supported by KickSky Accelerator, the company leverages research and mentorship to transform visionary concepts into scalable solutions.

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Space-tech startup Omspace raises $3 Mn in pre-seed round

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Space-tech startup Omspace raises $3 Mn in pre-seed round
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Snippets Space-tech startup Omspace raises $3 Mn in pre-seed round Omspace Rocket and Exploration, an Indian space-tech startup incubated at CrAdLE (Centre for Advancing & Launching Enterprises), has raised $3 million in a pre-seed funding round from a Family Office and an Angel Investor. The proceeds will be utilized to finalize and begin test launches of the Infinity One prototype, expand its research & development team, and hire specialized talent to strengthen manufacturing infrastructure and ground systems, Omspace said in a press release. Co-founded in 2020 by Ravindra Raj Binod Mistri, Maulik Mota, and Stutika Padamshali, Omspace's flagship innovation, Infinity One, aims to deliver payloads of approximately 350 kg to altitudes of up to 800 km. With an emphasis on fuel efficiency and cost-effectiveness, the launch system seeks to offer a reliable launch solution for India’s growing space-tech sector. The Ahmedabad-based startup plans to improve access to space by developing reusable launch vehicles for small and nano satellites. It seeks to make space exploration more accessible for emerging markets. “This funding is a major milestone in our mission to democratize access to space from India. We are deeply thankful to CrAdLE and EDII for believing in our vision and enabling us with the resources, mentorship, and environment to take bold leaps,” said Mistry. Omspace claims that it has recently expanded its international presence through its UAE branch, OSRE FZC, with a first commercial launch planned for January 2028.

Stackbox raises $4 Mn led by Enrission India Capital

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Stackbox raises $4 Mn led by Enrission India Capital
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Logistics tech startup Stackbox has raised $4 million in a fresh funding round led by Enrission India Capital. The latest investment will help Stackbox accelerate its product innovation and expand across Southeast Asia while strengthening its footprint in India. The Mumbai-based startup, founded by IIT alumni Sabyasachi, Shanmukha, Venktesh, and Nitin, leverages deep-tech solutions including its AI-powered Warehouse Management System and Transportation Management System to streamline operations in sectors such as FMCG, manufacturing, and e-commerce. Backed by a team with proven expertise in supply chain management and enterprise software, Stackbox has attracted clients among leading FMCG and manufacturing companies seeking efficiency and scalability. Stackbox’s founders said that the funding enables them to “build the digital backbone of tomorrow’s logistics,” supporting intelligent processes from warehouse to last-mile delivery. According to startup data intelligence platform TheKredible, Stackbox has raised over $2 million, including a $1.2 million seed round led by Ecosystem Ventures in August 2021. For the fiscal year ended March 2024, the Bengaluru-based company posted a profit of Rs 6 crore on operating revenue of Rs 25.7 crore.

Pype AI raises $1.2 Mn in pre-seed round led by Kalaari Capital

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Pype AI raises $1.2 Mn in pre-seed round led by Kalaari Capital
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Pype AI raises $1.2 Mn in pre-seed round led by Kalaari Capital The funds will be used to enhance its healthcare communication platform and support expansion into the United States market. Pype AI, an AI front desk platform for hospitals and clinics, has raised $1.2 million in a pre-seed round led by Kalaari Capital with participation from Wyser Capital and Tenity. The funds will be used to enhance its healthcare communication platform and support expansion into the United States market. Founded in 2024 by Dhruv Mehra and Ashish Tripathy, Pype AI builds voice-based AI agents that automate tasks such as appointment scheduling, follow-ups, treatment preparation, and round-the-clock support. Trained on medical conversational datasets, the agents aim to deliver accurate and empathetic patient interactions. The company has also built Whispey, an open-source observability platform with more than 40 evaluations to ensure compliance and performance. Through integrations with hospital electronic medical records, Pype AI reduces missed appointments, lowers operational costs, and improves patient retention. Pype AI is live in several Indian healthcare facilities and claims to automate more than 85 percent of patient queries. It is integrating with Zocdoc, Epic, and Cerner while onboarding United States-based clinic networks. The startup plans to reach more than 50 hospitals and clinic chains by mid-2026 and is working with medical experts to publish research on AI-driven improvements in patient adherence.

Spacetech startup Digantara raises $50 Mn in Series B round

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Spacetech startup Digantara raises $50 Mn in Series B round
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Spacetech startup Digantara raises $50 Mn in Series B round Digantara, a space surveillance and intelligence platform, has closed its Series B fundraise of $50 million from a mix of new strategic and financial investors, including 360 ONE Asset, SBI Investments Co Japan, and Ronnie Screwvala, with continued participation from existing investors Peak XV Partners and Kalaari Capital. The fresh capital will support global expansion beyond India and the United States, the establishment of new manufacturing facilities for optical systems and satellite production, and the scaling of R&D teams worldwide. The company also plans to deploy 15 space surveillance satellites and two missile-warning satellites during 2026–27. Founded in December 2018 by Anirudh Sharma, Digantara is a space situational awareness company that develops space- and ground-based infrastructure to support safe and secure space operations. It provides data-driven orbital insights to governments, defence agencies, and commercial stakeholders globally. Its integrated platform, AIRA, combines sensing hardware, data processing, and analytics across space and terrestrial systems to enable surveillance and threat monitoring. The infrastructure includes the SCOT constellation for space surveillance, the ALBATROSS series for missile warning and tracking, and SKYGATE, a network of ground-based sensors. These systems are scheduled for phased deployment through 2026–27. Digantara operates across India, Singapore, and the United States, and plans to expand into Europe by mid-2026 to strengthen its space and defence monitoring capabilities. In February 2024, the Aditya Birla Group and SIDBI Venture Capital acquired minority stakes in Digantara. Prior to this, the company had raised $10 million in a Series A round. According to TheKredible, the company’s shareholding details reflect these investments. Several space-tech startups have raised capital over the past 12 months, including Inspecity, Manastu Space, Sisir Radar, OrbitAid, Pixxel, Ulook, and Akashalabdhi. Other players in the segment include Agnikul Cosmos, Skyroot Aerospace, Bellatrix, GlaxEye, Dhruva, SatSure, and Vesta Space.

Spacetech startup OrbitAID raises $1.5 Mn led by Unicorn India Ventures

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Spacetech startup OrbitAID raises $1.5 Mn led by Unicorn India Ventures
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Chennai-based spacetech startup OrbitAID has raised $1.5 million in its pre-seed round led by Unicorn India Ventures. The round also saw participation from TANSIM (Government of Tamil Nadu). According to OrbitAID, the funds will be used to conduct an in-space demonstration of docking and refueling operations, expand facilities for on-orbit servicing operations, advance SIDRP (Standard Interface Docking and Refuelling Port) to commercial readiness and scale team capabilities. Founded in 2021 by Sakthikumar R, Nikhil Balasubramanian, and Mano Balaji K, OrbitAID focused on advancing sustainable space operations through innovative on-orbit refueling solutions and is actively forging ahead to create a network of fuel stations in space that are strategically positioned in various orbits. The firm has recently tested its patented SIDRP on a zero-gravity flight in Florida successfully. In the last 12 months, the firm claims to have achieved Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 7 for docking and refueling tests and secured significant partnerships and collaborations.

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