Tuco is a Bengaluru-born D2C kids’ personal-care brand reimagining gentle, consciously designed skincare exclusively for children aged 3–13. Tuco began as a parent’s solution, when the founder's kids' skin and hair care needs didn’t fit baby or adult formulas. Every item comes in a pioneering “Unbottle”- a fully recycled, durable vessel designed for real-world sustainability. $4M Series A round led by RTP Global, joined by Fireside Ventures, Whiteboard Capital, and MG Investments, aimed at building awareness, expanding product innovation, and scaling to offline touchpoints. The founder, Aishvarya Murali (former Unilever, Ola, ZestMoney, Furlenco) leads brand storytelling and product vision; Chanakya Gupta (ex-Flipkart, Curefit, Cult Fit) joins as co-founder, steering growth strategy and partnership execution.

Leafybus is a sustainable mobility startup pioneering electric intercity bus travel. Since launching on the Delhi–Dehradun corridor with India’s first 360 kW fast-charging station, it has delivered three daily round trips and 900 km of service per bus each day. With a focus on efficiency and affordability, the startup offers services across high-demand routes like Agra, Lucknow, Chandigarh, Amritsar, and Patna. $4.1M pre-Series A round led by Enetra India, supported by Singapore’s Impact Capital Asia Management (ICAM), to scale its fleet from 10 to over 100 electric buses in the next two years and enhance real-time trip planning and operations tech. CEO Rohan Dewan steers strategy and execution, while Co-founder Animesh Sharma oversees operations and technology integration.

Palmonas is a Pune-based D2C demi-fine jewellery brand blending everyday luxury with enduring craftsmanship. The company creates durable, skin-safe pieces that bridge fast fashion and fine jewellery. In under three years, Palmonas has fulfilled over 6,50,000 orders and built a loyal repeat customer base. ₹55CR Series A round led by Vertex Ventures Southeast Asia & India, backing Palmonas as it prepares to roll out 100 new stores, deepen its signature 9kt gold demi-fine range, and explore international markets. CEO Pallavi Mohadikar drives brand strategy and creative direction; Amol Patwari leads operations and scale execution; Shraddha Kapoor serves as co-founder and brand partner, bringing visibility and consumer connect.

Wastelink is a Delhi-based clean-tech startup turning food surplus into reliable animal feed. Its proprietary product, ECOMIX, uses AI-powered processing and reverse supply chain tracking to transform FMCG leftovers into traceable, nutrient-consistent feed, helping farmers and feed manufacturers avoid price volatility while supporting over 38,500 animals each year. The platform serves more than 5,000 pincodes across India and has upcycled over 35,000 tonnes of waste so far. $3M Series A round led by Avaana Capital, with proceeds earmarked for scaling nationally, enhancing R&D, and expanding its technology platform. Co-founder and CEO Saket Dave leads vision and strategy, while Co-founder Krishnan Kasturirangan oversees technology and operations.

Matiks is a Bengaluru-based mobile gaming platform that makes practicing math engaging through quick challenges and duels. The app turns arithmetic into friendly competition with quick-fire duels, daily streaks, leaderboards, and puzzles that sharpen speed, memory, and logic in short bursts. It even has a creators’ program and a growing Discord community, with over 1,00,000 users onboarded in less than a year. $3.1M pre-Series A round led by Tanglin Ventures, with participation from Info Edge Ventures and angel backers like boAt’s Aman Gupta, Unacademy’s Gaurav Munjal and Roman Saini, and Anil Goteti. The funding is going toward scaling the team, broadening the game catalogue, boosting marketing, and tapping new regions. Co-founder and CEO Sudhanshu Bhatia- a mental math champ, drives product direction and educational design. Co-founder Mohan Kumar handles operations and community growth, while fellow co-founder Sushant Timmapur leads tech and feature rollout.

Vutto is a re-commerce platform delivering an immersive phygital experience for India’s used two-wheeler market. Since its launch in 2024, Vutto has built a full-stack model that sources bikes directly from individuals and institutions, renovates them in-house to certified standards, and offers buyers a seamless experience through both web and showrooms. Each vehicle comes with a six-month warranty, three free services, and end-to-end paperwork support, helping customers buy quality pre-owned bikes. $7M Series A round led by RTP Global, with continued backing from Blume Ventures, fueling expansion across Delhi-NCR and beyond, and bolstering supply, refurbishment, and customer operations. Co-founder and CEO Rohit Khurana, an ex-Swiggy/Truebil/Shuttl executive, drives execution and retail scaling. Co-founder and COO Sitaram Ankilla, formerly with SuprDaily and Shipsy, leads operations and refurb capability development.

Aether MindTech is a Hyderabad-based neuro-wellness startup that’s redefining mental health through science-backed wearables. Its flagship product, Evolv28, is a device worn around the neck and delivers ultra-low magnetic fields to promote stress relief, better sleep, focus, and overall mindfulness. The device is backed by roughly 4 years of R&D and comes with multiple safety certifications like FCC, CE, and WPC. ₹4.5CR Pre-Series A round, backed by Anthill Angel Fund, MeitY Startup Hub–linked investors, and deep-tech family offices (Max Nemmers and Radhika Laxmikanth) to accelerate clinical trials, regulatory approvals, product advancement, and market expansion. Co-founder and CEO P V Shyam Sunder leads the vision and clinical strategy, while Co-founder and CTO Sreeram Vanga heads product innovation and R&D execution.

Enmovil is a supply chain platform powering smarter logistics. The software plugs into existing ERP systems to forecast demand, plan dispatches, and track shipments across trucks, warehouses, and ports. Used by players like Maruti Suzuki, Hero MotoCorp, Nestlé, Enmovil says it can cut delays and boost overall efficiency by up to 5x. $6M Series A round led by Sorin Investments, with participation from Capria Ventures and Twynam. Co-founder and CEO Ravi Bulusu drives the company’s strategic vision and product roadmap. Co-founder Nanda Kishore, along with Co-founder Venkat Moganty, shape its engineering and operational execution.

Beyond Appliances is a smart kitchen appliance startup rethinking how Indian homes cook and connect. Founded in 2024 in Bengaluru, the brand makes Android-enabled chimneys, smart hobs, and cooktops with digital timers and safety features, blending tech and practicality. Its offerings help users stream music and apps, set reminders, and plan meals. $4M Series A round led by Fireside Ventures, with participation from Dharana Capital fueling expansion in manufacturing, R&D, and retail footprint. Co-founder and CEO Eshwar K. Vikas drives product innovation and brand vision, while Co-founder and CTO Rakesh Patil steers technology development and execution.

An Indian alco-bev brand bringing global authenticity to Indian tastes, starting with Mikiamo, the country’s first locally made Limoncello. Since debuting in Goa in May 2024, Mikiamo has expanded into Delhi, Haryana, and Karnataka, with more regions lined up. ₹1.57CR Pre-Series A round, led by alcohol-industry insiders- Simba Beer & ZigZag Vodka’s Co-founder & COO Ishwaraj Singh Bhatia (who acquired 5.75% stake) and prominent distributor Suraj Awatramani (5% stake) to fuel nationwide expansion and portfolio growth. Co-founder and CEO Aakriti Kochhar Sachdeva steers brand vision and product development, while Co-founder Raghav Sachdeva leads operations and scaling.