This week, the Indian startup ecosystem experienced a notable increase in funding activity, with investments rising by approximately 46% compared to the previous week in December 2025. Investor confidence is evident as venture capital flows into diverse sectors, including fintech, space technology, beauty, and electric vehicles. Significant funding rounds were complemented by key IPO approvals, mergers, acquisitions, and new fund launches, marking a dynamic period for innovation and capital influx.
Among the top funding deals, MoEngage, a customer engagement platform, secured USD 180 million, while space tech company Digantara raised USD 50 million. Moxie Beauty, specializing in haircare solutions, obtained USD 15 million, and fintech platform StockGro secured USD 13 million. WorkIndia, an HRTech company, raised USD 10.7 million, and Tagbin, offering immersive tech experiences, received USD 10 million. Oben Electric, focusing on electric motorcycles, raised USD 9.35 million.
Additionally, Mumbai-based insurtech firm Turtlemint received approval for its IPO, aiming to raise up to INR 2,000 crore. In mergers and acquisitions, ServiceNow acquired Moveworks, Wingify acquired Blitzllama, and Healthium Medtech gained a controlling stake in Paramount Surgimed Ltd.
