Startup Funding

Aerem secures $15M to scale distributed solar network across India

The company said the funding will be used to support the company’s efforts to expand its national footprint, strengthen EPC and installer enablement, and accelerate distributed solar adoption among MSMEs and households by enhancing affordability and execution reliability.

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Davos WEF 2026: Adani Group sets out Rs 6 lakh cr investment blueprint for India

The Adani Group has unveiled a Rs 6 lakh crore investment plan across aviation, clean energy, and digital infrastructure, focusing on integrated, technology-led platforms. The blueprint, presented at Davos, spans Maharashtra, Assam, and Jharkhand, aiming to boost employment and align with India's growth priorities like energy transition and manufacturing self-reliance.

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BCCI bags ₹270 crore AI sponsorship deal for IPL

BCCI secures a ₹270 crore sponsorship from Gemini for IPL 2026, highlighting AI platforms' rising interest. Tata Group holds IPL title rights, while ChatGPT sponsors the Women’s Premier League.

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WEF 2026: Satellite firm ICEYE and robotics startup Skild AI outline growth plans and funding outlook

At Davos 2026, satellite firm ICEYE and robotics startup Skild AI said rising defence budgets and labour shortages are driving demand for their technologies. ICEYE has signed a €1.4 billion contract with Germany for a new satellite constellation, while Skild AI has raised over $1.4 billion to build software that acts as a “brain” for robots. Both founders said investor interest in deep tech has increased and India could play a role in future robotics manufacturing and supply chains.

Startup Funding

Voice AI startup Bolna raises $6.3M led by General Catalyst

Bolna said the fresh funding will be used to expand engineering and deployment teams, develop proprietary AI and machine learning systems for vernacular voice interactions and strengthen enterprise-grade infrastructure.