Indian Government-Backed Soket AI Launches LOOP Open-Source Harness for Long-Running AI Agents
Bengaluru-based AI research lab Soket AI has unveiled LOOP, an open-source harness designed to enable AI agents to work continuously on complex tasks for weeks rather than minutes. The developer preview is aimed at teams and institutions seeking greater control over the AI systems they operate, with applications spanning areas such as cybersecurity, banking, finance […]
CurvetAI Raises Rs 6 Crore in Pre-Seed Round Led by Merak Ventures
Pune-based AI startup CurvetAI has raised Rs 6 crore in a pre-seed funding round led by Merak Ventures, with participation from angel investors. The fresh capital will be used to strengthen the company’s engineering and technology infrastructure and develop agent-based capabilities that can handle more complex workflows. From AI Tool Discovery to an AI Workspace […]
Unveilr AI Raises Pre-Seed at ₹16.7 Crore from Aviral Bhatnagar’s AJVC to Turn AI Search into Leads
Mumbai, October 1, 2026: Mumbai-based AI search and Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) company Unveilr AI, founded by Sanditya Srivastava, has raised ₹16.7 crore in pre-seed funding from Aviral Bhatnagar’s AJVC. The company plans to use the fresh capital to strengthen its engineering capabilities and expand its sales team as it scales across India, the UAE […]
AI Becomes Top Choice for India\’s Operator-Led Startups, RTP Global and Tracxn Report Reveals
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become the most preferred sector for India\’s operator-led startups for the first time, according to the second edition of The State of Operator-Led Startups 2026 report released by RTP Global in collaboration with Tracxn. The report highlights a major shift in India\’s startup ecosystem, with experienced business operators increasingly leaving leadership […]
Bolna AI Is Building the Infrastructure for Multilingual Voice AI in India: Prateek Sachan
As voice-based interactions become increasingly important in customer engagement, businesses are looking for AI solutions that can communicate naturally across languages and regions. However, in a country as linguistically diverse as India, building conversational AI that understands and responds seamlessly in multiple languages remains a significant challenge. Addressing this gap is Bolna AI, a startup […]
Anthropic Appoints Sangeeta Bavi to Lead Startup and Growth Initiatives in India
AI safety and research company Anthropic has appointed Sangeeta Bavi as Head of Digital Natives, Startups and Growth for India as the company continues to strengthen its presence in the country. In her new role, Bavi will lead Anthropic’s efforts to drive the adoption of Claude among Indian startups and mid-market businesses. The appointment comes […]
The VC Power 100: AI, SaaS & MarTech
Introduction The Indian startup ecosystem is at the cusp of a new era, fueled by cutting-edge technologies and visionary investors who are redefining the way businesses grow and scale. Across AI, SaaS, and MarTech, a select group of venture capitalists and investment leaders is driving innovation, shaping market trends, and backing entrepreneurs who dare to […]
