StockGro raises $13M from BITKRAFT Ventures in Series B1 funding round
Earlier this month, StockGro also raised Rs 150 crore from stock market investor Mukul Agrawal in a Series B funding round.
Dugar Finance bags $18M debt led by Swiss impact fund Symbiotics
The round included participation from Indian lenders such as Union Bank of India, Karur Vysya Bank, Indian Overseas Bank, Tamilnad Mercantile Bank and STCI Finance, the company said in a statement.
Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (December 19, 2025)
YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here’s the roundup for Friday, December 19, 2025.
KRAFTON plans India-focused fund of up to Rs 6,000 Cr with NAVER, Mirae Asset
The fund, named the KRAFTON-NAVER-MIRAEASSET Unicorn Growth Investment Fund, will target growth-stage technology companies across Asia, with India as the core investment market.
Decathlon India’s growth slows to 3%, casting a shadow on its Rs 8,000 Cr revenue target by 2030
Decathlon India swung to a loss in FY25 as revenue growth slowed to 3.1%, a steep drop from the 41% post-pandemic surge. The retailer faces a tough transition as changing consumer behaviour takes a toll on its growth.
Flipkart picks up majority stake in AI startup Minivet
Flipkart buys into generative video as India’s ecommerce battle shifts from search boxes to AI-led discovery. Founded in 2024, Minivet AI builds tools that convert static product catalogs into short, video formats.
How Shiprocket is democratising access to AI and technology for Indian sellers
By integrating AI across checkout, fulfilment, risk, and insights, Gurugram-based logistics player Shiprocket wants to ensure that advanced technology works out of the box for sellers across Bharat. Amrita Ghosh India’s commerce story is being rewritten at an unprecedented scale. From neighbour
Half of Groww’s client assets don’t earn a rupee, but here’s why analysts are bullish
Nearly 55% of Groww’s client assets generate no revenue today, but Jefferies sees that as upside, not risk. By acquiring young mutual fund investors early & monetising them gradually through margin trading, wealth and credit offerings, Groww is betting on long-term lifetime value over instant ARPUs.
[Weekly funding roundup Dec 13-19] MoEngage provides boost to VC inflow
Surprisingly, the funding amount crossed $350 million in the third week of December, which mostly sees fewer funding activities.
Ather Energy to enter auto insurance distribution
The move is expected to help the EV maker streamline its insurance offerings, improve customer experience and generate a recurring revenue stream.
Firestick Keeps Restarting? 12 Proven Fixes to Stop the Boot Loop (2026 Guide)
Key TakeawaysIf your Firestick keeps restarting, it may be because it’s drawing power from the TV’s USB port, which often doesn’t supply enough electricity; instead, plug it into a wall outlet using the included power adapter to solve this problem quickly.If using a wall outlet doesn’t help, inspect the USB cable for damage and try […]
‘Manhattan Project’: Is China edging closer to AI self-sufficiency with a new chipmaking machine?
Chinese scientists have built a prototype of a machine capable of producing the cutting-edge semiconductor chips that power artificial intelligence, smartphones and weapons central to the military dominance of the West
A stalled $10 bn project raises fresh fears of an AI infrastructure bubble, Wall Street flinches
Blue Owl, the largest data centre partner of Oracle will not sign a $10bn deal for its next facility as the software firm faces increased risk of debt rising and AI spending.
The race to break Nvidia’s AI dominance is heating up fast as Big Tech aims to dethrone the leader
Big Tech companies are stepping up efforts to challenge Nvidia’s dominance in AI chips with Google and Meta backing alternative hardware and OpenAI exploring new funding and chip partnerships. Analysts warn that tightly linked investments across the AI ecosystem could heighten financial risks as competition intensifies.
TikTok signs Trump-backed deal, sells US entity to 3 investors in a bid to survive in America
TikTok signed a landmark deal on Thursday to sell its US business to three American investors – Oracle, Silver Lake, and MGX – ensuring that the popular video-sharing platform continues to operate in the United States.
International Onboarding Program aims to help Indian students study and build a STEM career in Germany
The International Onboarding Program by German organisation GWT, in collaboration with Dresden University of Technology, supports students looking to pursue education in STEM fields at state-run universities in Saxony, Germany. It also offers a tailored pathway for working professionals.
150 Years of Vande Mataram: Why India is still debating the freedom song
As “Vande Mataram” turns 150, the freedom anthem is once again at the centre of public debate. Drawing on a recent conversation with Union minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, this article traces the song’s origins and why it still provokes both pride and discomfort.
New entrepreneurs overtake old money; Pocket-sized metabolic monitoring
New-age entrepreneurs are overtaking legacy wealth and rewriting the rules of capitalism. EYVA blends non-invasive sensing with AI-led insights to help users understand metabolic trends. Connecting The Dots works to improve how science and mathematics are taught in schools.
WorkIndia secures Rs 97 Cr in Series B led by Aavishkaar Capital
WorkIndia said the fresh capital will be used to upgrade its technology platform, sharpen its job matching algorithms, expand into high demand regions and drive product innovation.
Kae Capital to raise new $100M fund to back seed-stage startups
The firm is the latest among a string of Indian VCs that are stocking up on dry powder to help fund early-stage startups in the country.
