Luxorides Makes An Entry, Maharashtra Bets On EV, and FSSAI’S 21K Complaints

Luxorides ensures the elite cruise in luxury with Mercedes and Jaguars, Maharashtra is betting on electric bike taxis to ease urban congestion sustainably. But not all rides are smooth—FSSAI’s 21K complaints against food delivery apps over five years raise serious concerns about what’s really landing on our plates. Besides, there's also Startup Spotlight to savor in which InsideFPV rewrites India’s drone story.

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“Ye Toh Ghor Anyay Hai”: FSSAI Received 21K Complaints Against Food Delivery Apps In Five Years

Over the past five years, India's food safety regulator, FSSAI, has received over 21,000 complaints against food delivery apps.

From adulteration to misleading labels, concerns range beyond cold meals and late deliveries. As convenience booms, so do questions about what’s really on our plates.

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“Mala Zau De Sahab”: Maharashtra Allows EV Bike Taxis To Operate In The State

Maharashtra is giving urban mobility a green twist by allowing electric bike taxis to hit the streets. Under the new policy, only EVs will be permitted, signaling a push toward sustainable transport.

As congestion rises, the state bets on two wheels and clean energy for a smoother ride.

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“Swag Mein Rehne Ka”: Luxorides drives people in style and luxury

In a city where status often rides on four wheels, New Delhi-based Luxorides ensures its clients arrive in style.

Offering luxury cars from brands like Mercedes, Audi, and Jaguar, the company caters to everything from weddings to film shoots. Whether for an airport transfer or a grand entrance, Luxorides turns every journey into a statement.

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1. Mental healthtech startup InnerGize has secured ₹4.5 Cr in its pre-seed round, led by Antler and backed by investors like OYO’s Ritesh Agarwal and boAt’s Aman Gupta. With this boost, the D2C platform aims to make mental wellness more accessible.
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2. Mumbai-based NBFC Infinity Fincorp has secured $40 million in an extended Series A round to expand its micro-loan services. As credit demand rises, the firm bets big on property-backed lending.
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3. DeCharge, a decentralized EV charging platform on Solana, has raised funding led by Lemniscap with backing from Daedalus Angels and others. The 2024-founded startup aims to build a seamless, blockchain-powered charging network.
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4. Smart vending startup Wendor has secured $2.5 million in a seed round led by Elanpro, blending equity and debt. With this backing, it plans to scale its vending network using Elanpro’s logistics expertise.
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5. Used car platform Spinny has raised $131 million in a round led by Accel Leaders Fund, with backing from Fundamentum. The funding will fuel the expansion of its NBFC arm, strengthening its auto-financing game.
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“Touch The Sky, Fly Extra High”: InsideFPV Rewrites India’s Drone Story

From a Shark Tank debut to world records, InsideFPV is rewriting India's drone story with its plug-and-fly technology.

The startup, founded in 2020, has set a world record with a 141-minute flight time and secured a 10,000-drone deal with Israel. With accolades like Forbes 30 Under 30 and backing from Mumbai Angels, InsideFPV is proving that Indian UAV tech is ready to lead the skies.

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