India-US trade deal lifts sentiment for cross-border payment startups
Fintech firms serving exporters expect higher volumes once there is clarity on execution and regulations
Groww payout, carry row: Inside the avalanche that triggered partner exits at Peak XV
All partners were aligned until about a week ago. But tensions began building over the last five to six days, which led to Ashish Agrawal deciding to quit abruptly, with the other two following suit, sources told Moneycontrol.
Nazara's Q3 profit slumps 35.4% as revenues decline due to Nodwin Gaming deconsolidation
Nazara's Q3-FY26 EBITDA rose by 29 percent to Rs 67.8 crore for the quarter from Rs 52.4 crore in the year-ago quarter.
Ashish Agrawal, Ishaan Mittal and Tejeshwi Sharma to start a new VC fund together after leaving Peak XV Partners
This will be the latest instance where top executives are leaving Peak XV Partners (formerly Sequoia Capital India) to start their own fund. In the past, A91 Partners, Westbridge Capital were funds started by former Partners at Peak XV.
Indian crypto exchanges see over 30% surge in bargain hunting as geopolitical tensions drag Bitcoin lower
Although Bitcoin prices inched up slightly to breach the $78,000 level on February 3, crypto exchanges expect possible volatility and further downside.
E-commerce startups await clarity before cheering India-US trade deal
While the larger e-commerce industry awaits details, certain sectors like seafood exports, within the realm of e-commerce, said the India-US trade deal would provide better infrastructure that will in turn formalise fragmented markets.
Dream Sports-backed FanCode acquires broadcast rights for Indian Super League 2025–26
FanCode says it will deliver a digital-first viewing experience for ISL fans, combining high-quality broadcasts with the platform’s fan-centric features
Looking to acquire large and stable companies, PB Fintech can bring growth and transformation, says Group CEO Yashish Dahiya
According to Dahiya, the new MGA provisions in the insurance amendment bill could transform the insurance industry much like NBFCs reshaped banking and lending in India
India–US Trade Deal: IT, AI services and engineering goods seen as key beneficiaries
Analysts flag sentiment boost for exporters, but say near-term revenue impact for IT services remains limited
PB Fintech board to meet on Feb 5 to mull on fundraising via QIP for potential acquisitions
While the company has not identified any particular target, it is exploring through acquisitions locally as well as internationally
PB Fintech net profit jumps 165% in December quarter to Rs 189 crore, revenue up 37%
total insurance premium stood at Rs 7,965 crore, with new core online insurance premiums growing by 44 percent while new health insurance premiums grew by 79 percent
Ather Energy Q3 results: Net loss narrows to Rs 85 crore as revenue rises 50%
Revenue from operations rose 50% year-on-year to Rs 953.6 crore, compared with Rs 634.9 crore a year earlier
Budget 2026: New penalties imposed on crypto sector for non-disclosure, misreporting of assets
A fine of Rs 200 per day was introduced under Income-tax Act, 2025 for not disclosing income statement for virtual digital assets (VDA). Additionally, penalty of Rs 50,000 will be levied for furnishing inaccurate information.
Payment industry disappointed with Rs 2,000 crore budget subsidy for UPI and RuPay debit card
The UPI transaction value growth has already dropped to 13 percent even though volume growth remains robust at around 28 percent
Centre sets aside Rs 1,500 crore for PM E-DRIVE scheme in Budget 2026
The PM E-DRIVE scheme focuses on accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) and strengthening supporting infrastructure, including charging facilities.
Budget earmarks Rs 5,939 crore for auto PLI scheme
In the revised estimates for FY26, the government expects to spend Rs 2,091.26 crore under the scheme. The allocation for FY24–25 also stood at Rs 2,818.85 crore
Union Budget 2026: Nirmala Sitharaman announces Rs 2,000 crore UPI and RuPay subsidy
To promote the adoption of digital payments, the government mandated that UPI transactions remain free for users, and in return, it will compensate payment firms for the costs they bear to facilitate them
Budget 2026: FM proposes multilingual AI tool to integrate agri portals
The finance minister said the proposed AI-based platform will help reduce risks faced by farmers by offering timely and tailored information across stages of agricultural activity
Centre to set up rare earth corridors in four states: FM Nirmala Sitharaman in Union Budget 2026
The proposed corridors will focus on strengthening domestic capabilities across the rare earth value chain, covering extraction, processing and manufacturing activities
Delhivery Q3 results: Profit rises 58% YoY to Rs 39.6 crore, revenue up 18%
The firm’s total expenses increased 15 YoY percent to Rs 2,820 crore in the quarter ended December, up from Rs 2,450.9 crore a year ago and Rs 2,708.1 crore a quarter ago.
Karnataka plans to expand Global Innovation Alliance beyond 30 countries to boost startups’ global access
Karnataka IT-BT department’s flagship Global Innovation Alliance has supported over 2,000 startups and enabled more than 60 international partnerships; focus to shift towards deeper market access in Europe, East Asia and North America
MoEngage receives NCLT nod for reverse merger ahead of potential IPO
NCLT has sanctioned the amalgamation of US parent into Indian entity, completing corporate restructuring
Cred revenue grows 16% to Rs 2,735 crore in FY25; operating losses halve to Rs 298 crore
Fintech firm reports improved margins and lower losses as product adoption deepens
Ahead of India–US talks, IN-SPACe asks space startups to flag regulatory roadblocks
Inputs will feed into upcoming India–US civil and commercial space talks aimed at removing regulatory and trade barriers.
Icertis co-founder and executive chairman Samir Bodas passes away
Tributes described him as a visionary entrepreneur and a forceful leader who believed contracts could become a source of clarity, trust and value for organisations worldwide.
