Quick Home Services Startup Pync Shuts Down, Founders Join Snabbit
Quick home services startup Pync ceases operations amid fierce competition, with its founders and team moving to Snabbit as consolidation emerges in the sector.
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Entrepreneurship a ‘Personality Tax,’ Says Indian Investor Dilip Kumar Amid Founder Burnout Concerns
Indian investor Dilip Kumar describes entrepreneurship as a personality tax, highlighting founder burnout and mental fatigue amid rising pressures in the startup ecosystem.
Rotoris watch startup scores $3 Mn seed funding from Nikhil Kamath and Vivek Oberoi
The seed round was led by Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath and actor-entrepreneur Vivek Anand Oberoi, with participation from comedian Tanmay Bhat, Venture Catalysts, 100 Unicorns, and over 30 startup founders.
Spinny Plans $160 Million Raise to Acquire GoMechanic, Expand Used-Car Services
Spinny is raising $160–165M to acquire GoMechanic, integrating full-service vehicle maintenance to strengthen its footprint in India’s used-car market.
Bollywood’s Dhurandhar Banned in Gulf Countries, Casting Shadow on Overseas Run
Dhurandhar's international momentum has stalled in the Middle East. The ban raises questions about political narratives and overseas censorship.
Unacademy’s valuation sinks below $500 million, explores possible acquisition
Unacademy’s valuation has dropped sharply from its pandemic-era peak, with the edtech player now exploring acquisition options as demand shifts back to offline learning and competition intensifies.
Shradha Sharma Launches Citizen-Led Initiative to Combat Delhi’s Air Crisis
YourStory founder Shradha Sharma has issued a powerful public call to action on Delhi’s air pollution crisis, revealing her personal struggles, receiving 600+ citizen responses, and now preparing to host an online brainstorming meet this Friday.
“My son’s middle name is Sekhar”: Elon Musk tells Nikhil Kamath about partner Shivon’s Indian roots
In a wide-ranging chat on Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath’s podcast, Elon Musk revealed for the first time that his partner Shivon Zilis, mother of several of his children, has Indian ancestry and that one of their sons carries the middle name “Sekhar.”
Byju Raveendran to Appeal Delaware Court’s $1.07 Billion Default Judgment
Byju Raveendran will appeal a Delaware court’s default judgment holding him personally liable for over $1.07B, arguing the ruling was rushed and denied him a defence. The founders say lenders misled the court and plan federal racketeering and obstruction claims.
Rajasthan’s Tractor Junction Raises $22 Million to Boost Rural Mobility and Fintech Arm
Tractor Junction has raised $22 million in a Series A round led by Astanor, with plans to expand its rural vehicle marketplace, strengthen OEM partnerships, and rapidly scale FINJ, its fintech arm that has already disbursed over ₹1,500 crore in loans.
S. S. Rajamouli’s Varanasi: Time Travel, Ramayana and the New Face of Indian Blockbusters
S.S. Rajamouli unveiled Varanasi in Hyderabad: a globe-trotting, time-travel adventure steeped in Hindu mythology and inspired by the Ramayana. Starring Mahesh Babu and Priyanka Chopra, the film’s lavish first look and leaked teaser have already sparked global debate.
Indian Firms’ Membership in Abu Dhabi Chamber Soars 38.4%
Registrations of Indian companies with the Abu Dhabi Chamber have surged at a 38.4% CAGR since 2019, reaching 17,457 active members by September 2025 — underscoring Abu Dhabi’s rising appeal as a business hub.