LatestStartup And Fundraising 30 September 2026
India Startup Funding Surge: Edtech, MSME Boosts & Deep Tech Push
India sees a wave of investment and policy initiatives shaping its startup ecosystem. Bengaluru‑based edtech Arivihan secured $10 million to scale AI‑driven learning in rural areas, while Delhi's Udyam Samvad 2026 rolled out new industrial and startup policies to empower MSMEs. Space firm Skyroot Aerospace targets a $3 billion valuation with a $300 million round, and the government committed $25 billion to nurture next‑generation AI, chip and space ventures. Pearson's acquisition of Workera adds AI‑focused skills assessment to the mix, underscoring a broader push toward deep‑tech growth.
- Arivihan raises $10 million Series A led by Accel and Prosus to expand its AI‑powered learning platform across rural India. Read more
- Delhi Government hosts Udyam Samvad 2026, unveiling new industrial and startup policies aimed at boosting MSME growth. Details
- Skyroot Aerospace eyes a $3 billion valuation in a $300 million funding round, with Benchmark making its first direct investment in an Indian startup. Source
- India commits $25 billion to develop next‑generation AI, chip and space startups, signaling a major deep‑tech push. Info
- Pearson acquires Workera to enhance AI skills assessment and workforce intelligence capabilities. Learn more
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