India’s startup ecosystem continues to witness robust investor interest as funding rounds, leadership changes, and IPOs shape the market. This roundup highlights key developments from 30th September 2025, including enterprise messaging platform Fyno raising $4 million in a seed round, fintech startup Ignosis securing $4 million in pre-Series A, defense tech startup Unmannd raising $2 million, boAt appointing Gaurav Nayyar as CEO, and Zelio E-Mobility launching its INR 78 crore SME IPO. These developments reflect continued momentum across fintech, edtech, deeptech, defense tech, and consumer electronics sectors, underscoring the vibrant growth of India’s entrepreneurial landsca
| Company | Amount Raised | Funding Round | Lead Investor(s) | Sector |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fyno | $4 million | Seed | Arkam Ventures; 3one4 Capital | Enterprise Messaging / CPaaS |
| Ignosis | $4 million | Pre-Series A | Peak XV Surge; Force Ventures; Razorpay Ventures; Kunal Shah | Fintech / Financial Data |
| SuperFam | $400K | Pre-seed | Fundamental VC; Untitled Ventures; SSV Fund | Family Management / Privacy Tech |
| Climaty AI | $2 million | Seed | Turbostart; Angel Investors | CliMarTech / Sustainable Marketing |
| Vama | INR 22 crore | Pre-Series A | Wavemaker Partners | EdTech / Career Development |
| HFS | INR 800 crore | Growth Funding | House of Hiranandani | NBFC / Small Business Lending |
| Assessli | INR 44.37 crore | Series A | Foxhog Ventures | DeepTech / Behavioral AI |
| Unmannd | $2 million | Pre-seed | Speciale Invest; Accel | Defense Tech / Autonomous Drones |
Daily Indian Funding Roundup – 30th September 2025
Fyno Raises $4 Million in Seed Round
Enterprise messaging startup Fyno has raised $4 million in a seed funding round led by Arkam Ventures and 3one4 Capital. The Bengaluru-based platform helps businesses streamline communication and collaboration. The fresh funds will be used to expand its customer base, enhance product capabilities, and scale operations across financial institutions and other enterprises.
Ignosis Raises $4 Million in Pre-Series A
Fintech infrastructure startup Ignosis has raised $4 million in a pre-Series A round led by Peak XV Surge, with participation from Force Ventures, Razorpay Ventures, and Kunal Shah. The funding will be used to scale engineering, business, and compliance teams, build finance-specific AI solutions, and enhance its financial data intelligence platform.
SuperFam Raises Pre-Seed Funding
Family management platform SuperFam has secured $400K in a pre-seed funding round led by Fundamental VC, along with Untitled Ventures and SSV Fund. The startup focuses on privacy-first tools for family organization, and the funds will accelerate product development, AI copilot integration, and user acquisition.
Climaty AI Raises $2 Million
CliMarTech startup Climaty AI has raised $2 million in a funding round led by Turbostart, with participation from angel investors. The platform provides carbon-conscious marketing solutions for brands and agencies. The funds will support global expansion and the development of its Agentic AI ecosystem.
Vama Raises INR 22 Crore in Pre-Series A
Edtech startup Vama has raised INR 22 crore in a pre-Series A round led by Wavemaker Partners. The platform focuses on career development and skill-building for young professionals, aiming to expand its offerings and improve engagement.
HFS Raises INR 800 Crore
House of Hiranandani-backed NBFC HFS has raised INR 800 crore to empower small entrepreneurs with accessible financing solutions. The funding will help scale operations, expand lending portfolios, and support MSMEs across India.
Assessli Raises INR 44.37 Crore
Deeptech startup Assessli has raised INR 44.37 crore from Foxhog Ventures to build the first large behavioral models. The platform aims to revolutionize assessment and evaluation processes across industries using AI-driven insights.
Unmannd Raises $2 Million in Pre-Seed Round
Unmannd, a defense technology startup specializing in autonomous drone systems, has secured $2 million in a pre-seed funding round led by Speciale Invest and Accel. The funds will be utilized to commercialize its aerial logistics platform, Titan, advance its interceptor system, Fury, from proof-of-concept to market readiness, scale its engineering team, and explore export opportunities to international markets.
Key Business News for 30th September 2025
boAt Elevates Gaurav Nayyar to CEO to Drive Next Growth Phase
boAt, India’s leading audio and wearables brand, has appointed Gaurav Nayyar as its new Chief Executive Officer. Nayyar, who previously served as Chief Operating Officer, brings over two decades of strategic and operational experience, including eight years at Bain & Company. This leadership transition reflects boAt’s commitment to professionalizing its management and positioning itself for future growth. Co-founders Sameer Mehta and Aman Gupta will continue to play active roles, with Sameer assuming the position of Executive Director and Aman serving as a Non-Executive Director on the Board.
Zelio E-Mobility Launches INR 78 Crore SME IPO to Accelerate Expansion
Zelio E-Mobility, a rapidly expanding electric two- and three-wheeler manufacturer, has announced the launch of its INR 78 crore SME Initial Public Offering (IPO), which went live on September 30, 2025. The IPO comprises 57,60,000 equity shares, including a fresh issue and an offer for sale. Proceeds from the IPO will be utilized for establishing a new manufacturing facility, repaying borrowings, and meeting working capital needs. Founded in 2021, Zelio has achieved significant growth, reporting INR 172 crore in revenue and INR 16 crore in profit after tax for FY25.
Sanvi Barjatya
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