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Pranos Fusion, a deep-tech startup based in Bengaluru, has raised $6.8 million in a seed funding round to further develop its compact fusion reactor technology. The funding, co-led by pi Ventures and Ankur Capital, with participation from Industrial47 and other investors, will support the company’s efforts in enhancing magnet systems, software-driven design, team expansion, and testing facilities.

Founded in May 2024 by Shaurya Kaushal and Roshan George, Pranos Fusion focuses on developing stable and controllable compact magnetic confinement systems for fusion energy. The company’s integrated fusion development stack includes design and plasma-control software (JENGA), a compact tokamak platform (PRAGYA), and a high-temperature superconducting magnet program (MAGGA) aimed at achieving commercially viable fusion power.

Collaborating with esteemed institutions like the Institute for Plasma Research and the Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research, Pranos Fusion is strategically positioned to advance fusion technology. By leveraging advanced design, plasma control, and high-temperature superconducting magnets, the company aims to achieve longer confinement times and higher magnetic fields in a smaller physical footprint.

With a global focus on fusion energy, Pranos Fusion’s approach to compact fusion reactor design sets it apart from traditional large-scale fusion projects. The company’s vision aligns with the increasing global demand for sustainable energy solutions amidst rising electricity consumption driven by AI, manufacturing, and urbanization.

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Udaan, the Indian e-commerce startup, is gearing up to execute a reverse flip from Singapore to India in preparation for its upcoming IPO, as reported by ET. This strategic move involves merging its Singapore-based holding entity with its Indian arm, Hiveloop Ecommerce, which will emerge as the parent entity post-restructuring. The decision to consolidate operations under a unified structure aligns with Udaan’s focused approach, shedding non-core categories like lifestyle and general merchandise to concentrate on essentials and grocery segments. Additionally, the company has optimized its operational reach, trimming down from 80 cities to 16 to boost operational efficiency.

Udaan’s financials reveal a revenue of approximately Rs 4,561 crore in FY25, showing a decline from around Rs 10,000 crore in FY22. However, the company managed to narrow its losses to Rs 1,055 crore during the same period.

In a bid to strengthen its position prior to the IPO, Udaan closed a Series G funding round at $114 million last year, with major investments from M&G Investments and Lightspeed. Following this, Udaan acquired retail tech startup ShopKirana. The recent trend of Indian startups like BRND.ME, PhonePe, Zepto, and others relocating their headquarters to India underscores the growing appeal of the Indian market for tech companies.

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LetzRyd, a Bengaluru-based startup founded in 2023, has successfully raised $4 million in a Series A funding round. The investment was led by JIF Capital, with participation from 15th Rock and UNLEASH Capital Partners. This funding marks a significant milestone for the company, which focuses on enabling scalable and inclusive urban transport infrastructure.

The capital infusion will be used to bolster LetzRyd’s fleet network, enhance its operating platform, and further develop its technology-led fleet and driver lifecycle management solutions. By combining financial strategies, operational efficiencies, and advanced monitoring technologies, LetzRyd aims to optimize vehicle utilization, increase uptime, and elevate service standards in the ride-hailing industry.

LetzRyd’s core offering revolves around providing fleet solutions to ride-hailing platforms through innovative operating lease and fleet deployment models. This approach streamlines vehicle and driver provision while empowering driver ownership through leasing arrangements. The company’s solutions have the potential to boost driver earnings by 20 to 22 percent and significantly reduce attrition rates below industry norms.

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Raanro Interior Technology, the parent company of Magical Nest, a children’s interiors brand, has successfully secured Rs 4.12 crore in a pre-seed funding round. This funding, which values the company at Rs 60 crore, included investments from Stargazer Fund and notable investors such as CRED founder Kunal Shah and EatFit founder Ankit Nagori.

The key focus of this funding is to expedite the development of an AI-powered platform by Raanro Interior Technology. This platform aims to streamline the interior design process from lead generation and customer discovery to design, pricing, execution, and delivery, as outlined in a recent press release.

Founded in 2025 by Rahul Bhatt, Ankush Dixit, and Rohit Rai, Magical Nest specializes in creating functional and secure spaces for children. Their comprehensive interior solutions cater to various needs including furniture, storage systems, study areas, play zones, and kid-friendly décor options.

With the home interiors market in India projected to exceed $30 billion, Magical Nest’s approach incorporates activity zones, modular furniture, creative spaces, and smart storage solutions that adapt to children’s evolving requirements. Projects typically range between Rs 6 lakh and Rs 9 lakh, depending on customization levels.

Operating in multiple cities including Bengaluru, Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Delhi NCR, Magical Nest serves a wide customer base that extends to cities like Chennai, Pune, and Kolkata, among others. With an expected revenue of Rs 14–15 crore by the end of the financial year, Raanro is witnessing a surge in demand for tailored children’s spaces within urban households, prompting plans for expansion into premium home décor segments in the future.

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Qoruz, a Bengaluru-based tech company, has been transforming influencer marketing with its data-driven creator intelligence platform. Co-founded in 2015, the company enables brands to discover, evaluate, and collaborate with creators using structured, data-led methods. With operations expanding beyond India, Qoruz is now preparing for an $8–10 million Series A raise to enter the US market, aiming for a valuation of around ₹280–300 crore.

Qoruz’s co-founder, Priya Vivek, discussed the company’s evolution from tracking Twitter trends to becoming a key player in the creator economy. Operating on a hybrid marketplace and SaaS model, Qoruz connects brands and creators directly while offering subscription products priced upwards of Rs 10 lakh annually.

The platform, trusted by over 500 brands including Amazon and Coca Cola, hosts a vast network of creators and has influenced over Rs 1,500 crore in brand spends. Qoruz’s success is attributed to its data ownership and in-house algorithms, driving insights, API integrations, and brand safety measures.

Qoruz is also integrating AI capabilities for campaign ideas, influencer discovery, and competitive analysis, positioning itself as an end-to-end planning solution. Despite technological advancements, the company emphasizes that human creators remain crucial for building trust.

The company reports high SaaS retention rates and aims to reach around Rs 100 crore in revenue by FY27, focusing on scaling SaaS adoption and the marketplace simultaneously.

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Somerset Indus Capital Partners has successfully closed its third fund, Fund III, at $288 million, surpassing its initial target of $250 million. The fund attracted a diverse set of global institutional investors, including development finance institutions, investment firms, insurance companies, and family offices from various regions.

Specializing in healthcare investments, Somerset aims to support scalable healthcare ventures that offer affordable and quality care in sectors like healthcare delivery, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices. Fund III will focus on bridging healthcare access disparities in India’s underserved markets.

Typically investing between $15 million and $40 million per company, Somerset’s co-investment approach allows participation in larger deals ranging from $60 to $80 million. The additional capital infusion will facilitate investments in transformative healthcare areas such as preventive care, insurance solutions, and innovative medical technologies.

Somerset’s previous funds have demonstrated strong performance, with Fund I achieving a 4.0x DPI and Fund II progressing towards exits. The firm has made successful investments in companies like Cyrix Healthcare and NU Hospitals, and is committed to driving impactful healthcare solutions beyond major cities in India.

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Workroom Automation, a connected factory platform, has successfully raised ₹6.2 crore in a recent seed funding round led by Equirus InnovateX Fund. The funding round also included contributions from Astir Ventures, Venture Catalysts Group, and notable angel investors.

The Hyderabad-based company plans to utilize the fresh capital to accelerate product development, strengthen its core platform, and expand its market reach. Key focus areas will include enhancing the AI planning engine, broadening automation capabilities, and establishing deeper integrations across ERP, MES, and shop floor systems. Additionally, Workroom Automation intends to invest in enterprise sales, strategic partnerships, and improving customer success and delivery operations.

Founded by Abhinav Atthota and Rohan Agarwal, Workroom Automation specializes in creating a connected factory platform that acts as an intelligent layer across manufacturing systems. The platform facilitates real-time decision-making and automated execution through data integration across ERP, MES, machines, and shop floor workflows.

Workroom Automation’s AI-driven planning engine plays a crucial role in converting complex demand into daily production plans, dynamically adapting to constraints like machine availability, material flow, and workforce variations. This technology is designed to enhance capacity utilization, minimize delays, and optimize execution efficiency within manufacturing operations.

The company has already initiated the deployment of its platform in factories across diverse sectors, including automotive, electronics, industrial machinery, and consumer goods. Workroom Automation’s strategic focus involves expanding deployments in multiple factories within enterprises and extending its footprint among medium and large discrete manufacturing entities.

With a vision to establish a unified operating system for manufacturing, Workroom Automation aims to offer advanced capabilities in planning, orchestration, and automation, progressing towards autonomous factory operations.

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Koovers, a Bengaluru-based B2B marketplace specializing in automotive spare parts, experienced notable growth in the fiscal year ending March 2025. The company’s operating revenue surged by 2.5 times to Rs 198 crore, attributed to its expanded dealer network and operational scale-up. However, despite this revenue increase, Koovers faced challenges as its losses more than doubled during the same period, reaching Rs 36 crore.

Founded in 2015, Koovers operates as an app-based platform offering a wide range of car spare parts and accessories. The company’s acquisition by Schaeffler India in 2023 marked a significant milestone in its journey.

The surge in costs, particularly the 2.5x increase in material expenses to Rs 186.5 crore, posed a significant financial strain on Koovers. Employee benefit costs also doubled to Rs 22 crore. Overall expenses surged by 145% to Rs 235 crore, outpacing the revenue growth.

Despite these financial challenges, Koovers managed to improve its operational efficiency slightly, with the cost to earn a rupee of revenue decreasing to Rs 1.19 in FY25. The company’s current assets stood at Rs 51 crore, with cash and bank balances of Rs 50 lakh at the end of the fiscal year.

Competing with firms like TyrePlex, Boodmo, and Partnr, Koovers faces a competitive landscape in the automotive spare parts market. The acquisition by Schaeffler India, driven by a strong dealer network and sourcing relationships, could potentially reshape Koovers’ strategic focus and operational direction going forward.

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