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IXP Launches INR 200 Cr Fund to Boost Biotech Innovation

The portfolio will comprise 20-25 B2B startups spanning Pre-seed to Series A stages, addressing innovation gaps in areas such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical technology, specialty chemicals, agrotechnology, and nutraceuticals.

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Eximius Ventures Launches USD 30 Mn Fund II to Back 25-30 Startups

Fund II aims to invest in 25-30 startups across fintech, AI/SaaS, frontier tech, and consumer tech, offering USD 500K initial cheques while reserving 50% for follow-on investments in high-potential companies.

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SamVed Launches USD 50 Mn Fund to Back Early-Stage Tech Startups in India

SamVed targets early-stage investments of USD 80K–USD 120K, with up to USD 1 million for pre-Series A, focusing on startups addressing gaps in education, healthcare, finance, and lifestyle sectors.

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Recur Club Unveils INR 150 Cr Fund to Boost D2C Growth in Quick Commerce

This special fund targets loan disbursal within seven days.

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Avendus PE Investment Advisors Launches INR 4,000 Cr Private Credit Fund

Pharmaceuticals, healthcare, manufacturing, consumer products, and technology are just a few of the industries that the fund is well-positioned to serve.

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Accel Launches USD 650 Mn Fund Focused on AI, Fintech, Consumer, and Manufacturing Startups

In March 2022, Accel launched its USD 650 million seventh India-focused fund, targeting early-stage startups. The latest fund drew significant interest, with participation from 131 undisclosed investors backing regional entrepreneurship.

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Former World Bank Executive Sayan Ghosh Launches INR 300 Cr Venture Capital Fund

The fund aims to invest in over 20 companies, up to INR 15 crore (USD 2 million) each, and has already backed three promising startups.

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Zerodha Launches USD 1 Mn Annual Fund to Support Open Source Software Projects Globally

Zerodha plans to invest USD 10,000 to USD 100,000 in individual FOSS projects, with a total annual allocation of USD 1 million, potentially increasing the amount as fund management evolves.

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TDV Unveils Second Fund with INR 50 Cr Corpus, Targets 10-12 Annual Investments

Trillion Dollar Ventures, founded by Ujwal Sutaria, will invest INR 1-2 crore per startup in emerging sectors like spirituality tech, fintech, and gaming, making 10-12 annual investments from Q3 FY25.

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SCOPE Launches USD 50 Mn Venture Capital Fund to Back Fintech and Gaming Startups

The fund aims to target high-potential fintech and gaming startups in India and US, offering early-stage investments of USD 500,000 to USD 2 million.

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Capital A Launches INR 400 Cr Second Fund to Support High-Growth Startups in Manufacturing, Deeptech, and Climate

The firm plans to support 17-20 companies, with cheque sizes ranging from USD 750K to USD 1 million for initial investments and USD 2-3 million over the lifecycle of the startups.

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Arka Investment Advisory Unveils INR 500 Cr Real Estate Fund with Rohan Builders Partnership

This fund is set to target INR 500 crore with an additional green shoe option of INR 250 crore, focusing on equity investments in residential real estate across India.

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Government Launches INR 750 Cr AgriSure Fund to Drive Innovation in Agritech and Rural Enterprises

The AgriSure fund, officially named the Agri Fund for Startups and Rural Enterprises, will provide both equity and debt financing to support agripreneurs.

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Velocity Launches INR 400 Cr Fund to Empower D2C and E-commerce Brands for Festive Season Growth

Velocity's new fund will support brands on major e-commerce and quick commerce platforms by enabling investments in inventory, marketing, and operations, all without diluting equity.

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Unifi Capital Launches Two New Funds at GIFT City

Rangoli India Fund and G20 Portfolio are the two new funds launched by Unifi Capital, via its subsidiary UIML in GIFT City, to expand international investment opportunities.