India’s startup and business ecosystem witnessed several significant developments on 6th October 2025. From major funding deals to strategic business moves, here’s a quick roundup of the top stories shaping the market today. Highlights include JSW One Platforms securing INR 575 crore to expand its B2B e-commerce operations, fintech startup Dhan achieving unicorn status, Flipkart divesting its entire stake in Aditya Birla Lifestyle Brands, and the launch of BytePe, a smartphone subscription platform by Yaantra co-founder Jayant Jha.
Daily Indian Funding Roundup – 6th October 2025
| Company | Amount | Round | Lead investor(s) | Sector |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JSW One Platforms | INR 575 Cr | Funding | SBI | B2B E-commerce |
| Dhan | $120 Mn | Series C | Sequoia Capital India, Tiger Global, Norwest Venture Partners | Fintech |
| EcoEx | $4 Mn | Funding | Not disclosed | Clean tech |
| Affluense AI | INR 3 Cr | Pre-seed | Zeropearl VC, CRED’s Kunal Shah, Dhan’s Pravin Jadhav | AI / Martech |
| Finarkein | $1.5 Mn | Funding | DSP | Fintech / BFSI |
| DecorTwist | $200 K | Seed | Not disclosed | D2C Home Decor |
| Morphing Machines | INR 38.36 Cr | Series A | IAN Alpha Fund | Robotics / AI |
| Navata Supply Chain Solutions | INR 13.5 Cr | Funding | Abyro Capital | Supply Chain / Logistics |
| GreyLabs AI | INR 85 Cr | Series A | Elevation Capital, Z47, Angel investors | AI / BFSI |
JSW One Platforms raises INR 575 Cr to strengthen B2B e-commerce operations
JSW One Platforms has successfully raised INR 575 crore to enhance its B2B e-commerce ecosystem in India. The funding will help the company scale its technology-driven supply chain solutions, optimize marketplace operations, and expand its reach to more businesses across sectors. The move strengthens JSW One Platforms’ position as a key player in India’s B2B digital marketplace.
Dhan becomes India’s latest unicorn with $120M Series C funding
Fintech startup Dhan has achieved unicorn status after raising $120 million in a Series C round led by Sequoia Capital India, Tiger Global, and Norwest Venture Partners. The platform aims to expand digital banking and financial services for retail users and small businesses, offering seamless investment, lending, and savings solutions across India.
EcoEx raises $4M to accelerate clean technology adoption and expansion
Clean tech startup EcoEx has raised $4 million to accelerate the adoption of sustainable technology solutions. With these funds, the company plans to expand operations, invest in R&D, and prepare for a potential $20 million scale-up and IPO in the future, driving innovation in India’s clean energy and environment sector.
Affluense AI secures INR 3 Cr pre-seed funding to grow AI-driven marketing platform
Affluense AI raised INR 3 crore in a pre-seed round led by Zeropearl VC, CRED’s Kunal Shah, and Dhan’s Pravin Jadhav. The platform focuses on AI-powered client engagement and marketing automation solutions, enabling brands to improve targeting, personalization, and customer retention using intelligent data-driven insights.
Finarkein raises $1.5M to expand fintech and BFSI solutions
Finarkein announced $1.5 million in funding led by DSP to strengthen its fintech offerings. The company plans to enhance services for banking, financial services, and insurance sectors, offering advanced solutions for digital transactions, lending, and financial management, while scaling its operations across India.
DecorTwist raises $200K to scale D2C home decor brand and online presence
D2C home decor brand DecorTwist has raised $200K to expand its product portfolio and strengthen online customer acquisition. The startup aims to reach a larger audience across India, providing unique and affordable home decor solutions through a technology-enabled e-commerce platform.
Morphing Machines raises INR 38.36 Cr Series A to scale AI-powered robotics solutions
Morphing Machines raised INR 38.36 crore in a Series A round led by IAN Alpha Fund. The funding will help the startup scale AI-driven robotics solutions for industrial automation, optimize manufacturing operations, and enhance productivity, positioning the company as a leading player in India’s robotics sector.
Navata Supply Chain Solutions raises INR 13.5 Cr to enhance tech-driven logistics services
Navata Supply Chain Solutions has raised INR 13.5 crore led by Abyro Capital. The funding will support the company’s technology-enabled supply chain and logistics services, helping businesses streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve delivery efficiency across India.
GreyLabs AI raises INR 85 Cr to scale Voice AI platform for BFSI clients
GreyLabs AI secured INR 85 crore in Series A funding from Elevation Capital, Z47, and angel investors. The funds will be used to scale its Voice AI Agent platform for BFSI clients, expand research and development capabilities, and strengthen sales and operational teams, driving AI adoption in customer service and banking operations.
Key Business News for 6th October 2025
Flipkart sells entire 6% stake in Aditya Birla Lifestyle Brands for INR 950 Cr
Flipkart Investments has fully divested its 6% stake in Aditya Birla Lifestyle Brands Ltd (ABLBL) through a block deal valued at INR 950 crore. The transaction involved the sale of 7.3 crore shares at a base price of INR 130 per share. This move marks Flipkart’s complete exit from its investment in ABLBL.
Yaantra co-founder Jayant Jha launches BytePe, a smartphone subscription platform
BytePe, a subscription-based tech service, has been introduced to provide an accessible avenue for consumers to acquire the latest smartphones. Founded by Jayant Jha, former Flipkart leader and co-founder of Yaantra, BytePe aims to make premium technology more affordable and flexible for Indian consumers.
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