ILJIN Electronics Secures Rs 1,200 Cr from ChrysCapital and InCred to Ignite Semiconductor Expansion

ILJIN Electronics Secures Rs 1,200 Cr from ChrysCapital and InCred to Ignite Semiconductor Expansion

ILJIN Electronics, a leading electronics manufacturing services (EMS) company and a subsidiary of Amber Group, has raised Rs 1,200 crore in its first external institutional funding round, marking a significant milestone in India’s semiconductor and electronics manufacturing landscape. The investment, led by ChrysCapital with Rs 1,100 crore and InCred Growth Partners Fund I contributing Rs…

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boAt Sails Back to Profitability: A Rs 60 Crore Turnaround in FY25 Amid Market Headwinds

boAt Sails Back to Profitability: A Rs 60 Crore Turnaround in FY25 Amid Market Headwinds

New Delhi, September 6, 2025 – In a consumer electronics market battered by fierce competition and shifting consumer preferences, Gurugram-based boAt has scripted an impressive comeback story. The brand, known for its affordable audio gadgets and wearables, has swung back to profitability with a net profit of Rs 60 crore in the fiscal year ending…

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# GST 2.0 Unveiled: India's Game-Changing Tax Reforms and Current Rates for 2025

GST 2.0 Unveiled: India’s Game-Changing Tax Reforms and Current Rates for 2025

As an Indian journalist covering economic policies and taxation, the buzz around “GST 2.0” has been intensifying in recent months. Introduced in 2017, the Goods and Services Tax (GST) revolutionized India’s indirect tax system by unifying multiple levies into a single framework. However, with the economy evolving rapidly—fueled by digitalization, MSME growth, and global trade…

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Elev8 Venture Partners Fuels Indian Startup Surge with Rs 1,400 Crore Debut Fund Victory

Elev8 Venture Partners Fuels Indian Startup Surge with Rs 1,400 Crore Debut Fund Victory

Introduction On September 1, 2025, Elev8 Venture Partners, a Bengaluru-based venture capital firm, celebrated closing its first fund at Rs 1,400 crore (approximately $160 million), a major milestone for India’s startup ecosystem. Led by Navin Honagudi, an investor with over 15 years of experience, Elev8 is committed to supporting high-growth, tech-driven startups despite global venture…

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Akasa Air Soars Higher: Secures Rs 1,200 Crore Funding from Premji Invest, Others; CEO Vinay Dube Hails Jhunjhunwala Family's Enduring Backing

Akasa Air Soars Higher: Secures Rs 1,200 Crore Funding from Premji Invest, Others; CEO Vinay Dube Hails Jhunjhunwala Family’s Enduring Backing

In a significant boost to India’s burgeoning aviation sector, Akasa Air, the country’s youngest low-cost carrier, has successfully closed a strategic investment round, raising approximately Rs 1,200 crore (equivalent to $125 million). This fresh infusion of capital comes from a consortium of high-profile investors, including Premji Invest, 360 ONE Asset Management, Claypond Capital, and the…

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“Housing Is a Social Movement”: Raj Chaudhary Talks About Aawas Yojana’s Mission to Build Trust and Homes

“Housing Is a Social Movement”: Raj Chaudhary Talks About Aawas Yojana’s Mission to Build Trust and Homes

In a candid conversation, Mr. Raj Chaudhary, Director – Global Expansion at Aawas Yojana, shares how the platform is turning dreams into reality by making housing transparent, affordable, and accessible for every Indian. Q1: Why do you say Aawas Yojana is more than a housing platform? Raj Chaudhary: Because we’re not just selling homes—we’re creating…

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1Kosmos Obtains $57M in Series B Funding to Drive Global Expansion of Its Identity Verification and Passwordless Authentication Platform

1Kosmos Obtains $57M in Series B Funding to Drive Global Expansion of Its Identity Verification and Password less Authentication Platform

India, Aug. 14, 2025 — 1Kosmos, the leader in unifying identity proofing and passwordless authentication, today announced it has raised $57 million in Series B funding, including a $10 million line of credit from Bridge Bank. The round was led by Forgepoint Capital, and Origami’s Oquirrh Ventures with participation by Craig Abod, Founder and President…

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Quarterly Breakdown: VC Funding Faces Challenges in Indian Ecosystem Q 1–Q 4 2025

Quarterly Breakdown: VC Funding Faces Challenges in Indian Ecosystem Q 1–Q 4 2025

Introduction India’s venture capital (VC) ecosystem has long been a beacon of innovation, fueling startups across technology, fintech, logistics, and more. However, 2025 has presented a mixed bag of opportunities and challenges for the Indian startup landscape. This article provides a detailed quarterly breakdown of VC funding patterns in India for Q1–Q4 2025, drawing on…

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