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Astranova Mobility Raises Rs 60 Cr in Series A Funding

Astranova Mobility secures Rs 60 Cr in Series A funding led by IvyCap Ventures to enhance its EV financing and AI capabilities. Read more about this investment.

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Dark Patterns Inflate Insurance Premiums: Buyer Beware

Beware of dark patterns inflating insurance premiums! Pre-ticked add-ons & hidden renewals can cost you more. Irdai urges insurers to eliminate these deceptive tactics.

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IRDAI Boosts Health Insurance Ecosystem in India

IRDAI forms a sub-committee to strengthen India’s health insurance by improving coverage, claims, and consumer experience. Learn about the changes.

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KreditBee Raises $280M, Valuation Hits $1.5B

KreditBee, a Bengaluru fintech startup, secures $280M in Series E funding, achieving unicorn status with a $1.5B valuation. Funds to expand lending and AI.

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Bank of Baroda: AI Multilingual Customer Service

Bank of Baroda launches bob SAMVAD, an AI-powered platform offering multilingual customer service in 22 Indian languages. Enhancing accessibility and inclusion.

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CRED Upgrades Kuvera for Affluent Indian Investors

CRED upgrades Kuvera wealth management platform, targeting affluent Indian investors with enhanced tools for better investment decisions and returns.

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Leverage Edu IPO: Eyes ₹3,000 Cr Raise

Leverage Edu, a study abroad startup, is planning an IPO to raise ₹2,000-3,000 Cr. The IPO is expected in the next 12-18 months with a valuation of $900 Mn.

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Weekly Credit Reporting Reshapes India Loan Approvals

Weekly credit reporting transforms loan approvals in India, enabling real-time decisions and tightening lending discipline. Learn how it impacts lenders and borrowers.

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H2LooP Secures $2M Seed Funding for AI Embedded Systems

H2LooP raises $2M in seed funding led by Speciale Invest and 3one4 Capital to advance its AI platform for embedded systems. Targeting data centers, UAVs, and robotics.

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AI Impact: Tech Layoffs & GoSats $5M Funding

Tech layoffs surge, with AI cited as a factor. GoSats secures $5M to expand its Bitcoin rewards platform. Explore the changing tech landscape.

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Wingify Eyes $149M Funding After AB Tasty Merger

Wingify is reportedly raising $149M in funding led by Everstone Capital, following its merger with AB Tasty. CEO Sparsh Gupta and CTO Ankit Jain are also investing.

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Fino Payments Bank Names Abhilash Ankathil as CCO

Fino Payments Bank appoints Abhilash Ankathil, ex-RBI executive, as Chief Compliance Officer, effective April 6. He brings 25+ years of banking compliance experience.

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Polymarket Removes Bets on Downed Air Force Officer Rescue

Polymarket removes wagers on the rescue date of a downed U.S. Air Force officer after criticism. Controversy sparks debate on betting ethics in geopolitical events.

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EPFO 3.0: Withdraw PF via ATM & UPI – New Rules

EPFO 3.0 enables PF withdrawals via ATMs & UPI, simplifying fund access for subscribers. Learn about the new rules and convenient withdrawal process.

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EPFO 3.0: Digital Transformation for Enhanced User Experience

EPFO 3.0 digitally transforms IT infrastructure by mid-2026, enhancing user experience with auto settlement and streamlined pension disbursal. Learn more!

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Indian Tech IPOs: Market Cap & Revenue Tracker | Inc42

Inc42’s tracker monitors Indian listed new-age tech companies’ market cap, revenue, and stock performance. Get insights into India’s listed tech landscape.

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Zaggle CFO Resigns; Interim Replacement Named

Zaggle announces CFO Aditya Kumar’s resignation, effective April 3, citing personal reasons. Rajesh Tummalaganti appointed as interim CFO. Key leadership change.

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IPPB Account Opening Under Scrutiny: CAG Report Reveals Lapses

CAG report reveals India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) account opening lapses, including missing mobile verification & high dormancy. Impact on customer trust?

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Digital Arrest Scam: Protect Yourself – Ex-Judge Tips

Protect yourself from digital arrest scams! An ex-Delhi judge shares six crucial tips to avoid becoming a victim. Learn how to verify, secure your info, and stay safe.

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Aquapulse Raises ₹25 Cr to Grow Aquaculture Network

Aquapulse secures ₹25 Cr in Series A funding led by NABVENTURES to expand its aquaculture network, enhance technology, and support 15,000 farmers.

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AI Companies & VAT: Taxing Zero-Person Businesses

AI-operated ‘zero-person’ companies challenge VAT rules. Determining the place of establishment is complex as AI uses distributed cloud infrastructure. Learn more.

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IONIX CHAIN Presale: $IONX Token Attracts Investors

IONIX CHAIN’s $IONX presale at $0.025 gains traction as investors await the CLARITY Act, potentially reshaping crypto regulation. High speeds & low fees promised.

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UPI Transactions Surge to Record High in March 2026

UPI transactions hit a record high in March 2026. Learn about securing your digital payments with expert tips. Stay safe with UPI!

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Oracle India Layoffs; Fintech IPOs Delayed

Oracle cuts 20% of its India staff amid global restructuring. Indian fintech IPOs, including Turtlemint and Moneyview, stall due to West Asia crisis jitters.

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NowPurchase Raises ₹80 Cr Led by Bajaj Finserv

NowPurchase, a metal manufacturing marketplace, secures ₹80 Cr funding led by Bajaj Finserv. Funds to expand scrap recycling, branded products, and AI platform.