Playbook Partners raises over $130M in first close for a $250M growth fund! Led by Vikas Choudhury, the fund will back tech-enabled businesses with scalable models. tinyurl.com/26zvztj8

Zivy raises $1.2M in pre-seed funding! Backed by Blume Ventures, Paradigm Shift Capital, Razorpay's Harshil Mathur & Shashank Kumar, CRED's Kunal Shah & more. tinyurl.com/47s3vxsj

FMCG startup Mitra raises Rs 11 Cr in pre-Series A, led by Bestvantage Investments! With new funds, they're expanding supply chains, targeting European exports, and exploring govt tenders. tinyurl.com/yeyrjz52

FlexiLoans raises $35M in Series C funding led by Accion, Nuveen & Fundamentum! The fintech aims to scale operations & boost MSME lending with this fresh capital. tinyurl.com/h39rua5m

Nazara Technologies acquires 15.86% stake in blockchain e-sports startup Stan for $2.2M! tinyurl.com/3289a9nr

Wealthtech startup Centricity raises $20M in seed funding led by Lightspeed, boosting its valuation to $125M! tinyurl.com/5n6z2xy2

Futwork has raised ₹20.9 crore ($2.5M) in Series A funding led by the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation. With support from Artha Ventures, Simile Capital, and others, this boost will drive their growth and innovation in outbound calling solutions. tinyurl.com/3ksy3nvj

D2C Insider's Elevate Program Cohort 3 is here! A 12-week growth accelerator for early-stage D2C brands with up to Rs 25 lakh monthly revenue. Access mentorship, credits, and up to Rs 1 crore in seed funding! Apply by the end of September. tinyurl.com/mr2a6mb9

Dharaksha Ecosolutions has raised ₹24.8 crore ($2.95M) in a Seed round led by Avaana Capital! Their biotech-driven, mycelium-based packaging solutions are set to revolutionize sustainability. tinyurl.com/ym8e2346

Trisu, the gold vermeil jewellery brand, has secured pre-seed funding led by All In Capital, JK Tyres, and Amaanta Group, with angel investors like Himanshu Aggarwal and Sumer Sethi. tinyurl.com/2hjasw9x

Mumbai-based studio GameEon has raised $1M to develop AA & AAA titles and launch the early chapters of #MumbaiGullies Inspired by GTA Vice City, this game promises an immersive, culturally rich experience. tinyurl.com/rtx6jx39

Onsurity raises ₹219 Cr (~$26.4M) led by Creaegis, with support from Nexus Venture Partners and Quona Capital! Funds to boost growth, expansion & working capital. tinyurl.com/4xuv2mzn

Wundrsight raises $400K in seed funding led by Inflection Point Ventures! Pioneering mental health care with VR & AI, Wundrsight aims to expand partnerships with hospitals & enhance its innovative therapy platform. tinyurl.com/bjhnndsx

Exciting insights from Agni Mitra, founder of Amwoodo, on transforming India's bamboo industry! tinyurl.com/4p5bd5rs

In a world where data privacy is key, Nitesh Singh, co-founder of Medront, is empowering users to take control of their data. From BARC to Medront, his journey is all about ensuring security & utility in the digital age. tinyurl.com/bdh4a67z

We spoke with entrepreneur Raina Singhwi Jain about her journey from Google to launching two niche brands, Jibble & Cuzzi and Samskara Home. Her focus on sustainability, patience, and quality is reshaping the home decor and children’s products market. tinyurl.com/mu863xbu

From Nestle to Kraftshala! Varun Satia's journey redefines marketing education in India. With a 94% placement record, Kraftshala focuses on real-world skills, bridging the gap between traditional education & job readiness. tinyurl.com/mr26y654

Meet Biomandii, founded by Ayush Shukla, a game-changer in the fight against plastic pollution! Their eco-friendly marketplace offers sustainable alternatives to everyday products, tackling India’s plastic problem head-on. tinyurl.com/yym2xwhd

Exciting times in sustainable finance! Saad Kassis Mohamed, CEO of WeCare AI, shares insights on balancing financial growth with societal well-being. Highlights: ethical investing, the WeCare Foundation’s new projects, and tips for conscious consumerism. tinyurl.com/2u22sefx

B.E.A.D.S. is where Odisha's rich heritage meets modern design! Founded by Sandeep Hota, this brand shines with handcrafted ceramics, jewellery, and home decor. Embracing sustainability and unique artistry, B.E.A.D.S. is set to expand globally and inspire tinyurl.com/mr45mrmx