Automotive component firm Tiea Connectors secures Rs 77 crore in Series A funding

Automotive component manufacturer Tiea Connectors has raised Rs 77 crore in a Series A funding round led by IvyCap Ventures. The company intends to utilize the capital for expanding its manufacturing capacity, enhancing R&D for new product development, and scaling its market presence. This transaction highlights investor focus on India's growing automotive and electric vehicle component manufacturing ecosystem, supporting domestic production.

C2i Semiconductors Closes $16.7M Series A with TDK Ventures Extension

Semiconductor startup C2i has extended its Series A, bringing the total round to $16.7 million with additional capital from TDK Ventures. The round was led by Peak XV Partners, with participation from existing backer Yali Capital, and will fund the development of power delivery solutions for AI computing infrastructure. Alongside the funding, the Bengaluru-based company announced the 'tape-out' of its smart power stage chip, designed end-to-end in India for AI workloads.

Uber Increases Stake in Delivery Hero to 37% Ahead of Potential Takeover Bid

Uber has increased its ownership in Germany-based Delivery Hero to nearly 37% by acquiring a stake from fellow shareholder Aspex Management. The transaction, confirmed by regulatory filings, precedes a reported new takeover bid from Uber after an initial €33-per-share proposal was made. This strategic move consolidates Uber's position and signals a potential market consolidation as Delivery Hero undergoes its own leadership and strategic review.

Physis Capital Announces Final Close of Maiden Rs 400 Crore Venture Fund

Venture firm Physis Capital has announced the final close of its first fund, securing commitments of Rs 400 crore (approximately $50 million). The fund will focus on making early-stage, sector-agnostic investments in technology-enabled startups across India. This closing provides a new source of capital for founders seeking seed to Series A financing and signals continued deployment by domestic investment managers.

Agritech startup KisanAI secures $12M in Series A funding led by Nexus Venture Partners

Agritech platform KisanAI has raised $12 million in a Series A funding round led by Nexus Venture Partners, with participation from existing investor Blume Ventures. The company will allocate the capital to enhance its AI-powered crop analytics platform, expand its services to new agricultural regions across India, and double its engineering team. This investment signals continued investor interest in India's agritech sector, particularly in solutions leveraging technology to improve supply chain efficiency and farmer outcomes.

Agritech startup FarmSignal raises $15M in Series A funding led by Sequoia Capital

Agritech supply chain startup FarmSignal has secured $15 million in a Series A funding round led by Sequoia Capital, with participation from existing seed investors. The company plans to use the capital to enhance its technology platform, expand its logistics network, and onboard more farmers' producer organizations (FPOs). This investment highlights sustained venture capital interest in technology-driven solutions aimed at improving efficiency and transparency within India's agricultural value chain.