Supriya Paul

🌏✨ Indian EdTech is entering its next big chapter ✨🌏 For years, the sector has been tested — with questions around sustainability, scale, and impact. But today, two major signals prove that EdTech in India is finally on the right track: 📌 PW (PhysicsWallah) (PW) has officially filed for a ₹3,820 Cr IPO — a landmark moment that shows a homegrown EdTech can build enough trust, scale, and financial discipline to head for the public markets. PW’s hybrid push, focus on affordability, and expansion into student financing reflect how EdTech is evolving beyond just online coaching. 📌 Vedantu has raised $11M via convertible notes from existing investors and — more importantly — turned profitable in Q4 FY25 with record collections. This shows a strong focus on unit economics and sustainable growth, a clear turnaround story in the making. 🔑 The message is clear: ✅ The “growth at any cost” era is over. ✅ Investors now back models that balance impact with profitability. ✅ Indian EdTech is transitioning from experiment → execution → endurance. And in this new era, Shiksha Nation ™ is building Bharat’s first AI-powered unified learning & skilling platform — bridging school education, test prep, and future skills like AI/ML, Data Science & beyond. Our vision is simple: One Nation, One Platform — delivering affordable, tech-driven, and student-centric learning to millions. 🚀 Bharat’s EdTech is no longer just surviving. It’s building, scaling, and leading. #EdTech #Startups #Innovation #IPO #Investment #Education #India #ShikshaNation

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Edtech unicorn PW (PhysicsWallah) has announced the price band for its much-anticipated initial public offering (IPO) at ₹103 to ₹109 per share, which could value the company at around ₹31,500 crore at the upper end. The IPO is scheduled to open for public subscription on November 11, 2025, and will close on November 13, 2025, while anchor investor bidding is set for November 10, 2025, according to the company’s Red Herring Prospectus (RHP). The issue includes a fresh share issuance of ₹3,100 crore and an offer for sale (OFS) of ₹380 crore by existing shareholders. The fresh issue proceeds are expected to be used to expand PhysicsWallah’s offline and hybrid learning infrastructure, including new centres, technology upgrades, lease payments, and marketing initiatives. With this IPO, PhysicsWallah aims to solidify its presence in the fast-growing Indian edtech sector, as investors closely watch how the company balances scale with affordability. #physicswallah #ipo #edtech #india #investing #stockmarket #startup #educationtech

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Pleased to announce that Karekeba Ventures, among others, has invested in Stylework SaaS-based co-working/managed workspace aggregator Stylework on Wednesday announced the closure of Rs 30-crore Pre-Series B funding, which is planned to be deployed towards technology enhancement, domestic and international market expansion, and hiring key leadership personnel. Of the total funding, the company had achieved the first close of Rs 10-crore led by Equentis Angel Fund last month, with participation from Karekeba ventures /Cogniphy AIF Fund alongside continued subscriptions from Lets Venture Fund, MoneyVyapaar, HNIs and other strategic investors, Stylework said. Karekeba Ventures Kshitiz Anand Vishal Nikumbh

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The policy shift that's reshaping Indian startup funding. While everyone talks about PLI schemes, the real opportunity is in the new MeitY Startup Scale-up Grant: → $30K (₹25L) with zero equity dilution → 60-day approval process  → 80% approval rate (because few apply) Covers exactly what founders need: ✓ Cloud infrastructure costs ✓ Software licensing  ✓ Compliance and testing ✓ IP registration ✓ Marketing for tech products The catch: You need a detailed deployment plan. The opportunity: While your competition pitches VCs for 6 months, you're building. Startups like Bariflo Labs and Tan90 Thermal Solutions already secured $60K (₹50L) through this program. Government funding isn't charity—it's strategy. Book a no-BS 1:1 call with me here: https://lnkd.in/gWV8DT56 💬 Are you leveraging government grants? ♻ Repost to help fellow founders 🔔 Follow Anshuman Sinha for funding strategies. #MeitY #GovernmentGrants #PolicyInsights 

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Most founders see a failed IPO as the end of their public market dreams. OYO sees it as a path to get it right. Ritesh Agarwal's hospitality platform is now preparing for its third IPO attempt targeting 2026. Not the first. Not the second. The third. But this isn’t just about grit. OYO’s journey shows what it takes to balance persistence with pressure from investors, regulators, and market cycles. A few things stand out: 1. Shifted from massive losses to a reported ₹623 crore profit in FY25 (unaudited) 2. Leaned into financial discipline over flashy growth metrics 3. Navigated SoftBank’s concerns (46% ownership) while managing a $2.2B personal debt from 2019 4. Adjusted expectations with a conservative $6–7B valuation down from its $10B peak This third attempt isn’t just about better timing. It’s about aligning profitability with external realities: investor expectations, debt timelines, and regulatory pushback. For founders eyeing their own exits, here’s what OYO’s saga makes clear: 1. Failed attempts aren't failures they’re feedback 2. Profitability is becoming a prerequisite, not a bonus 3. Strong financials matter more than market hype The hardest part? Managing urgency not just your own, but your investors’ The road to exit rarely goes to plan. But with discipline and patience, even a setback can become a stepping stone. Have you ever delayed an exit because conditions weren’t right? What trade-offs did you face?

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🚀 Funding Update in the Indian Startup Ecosystem Mumbai-based Luma fertility, a tech-enabled fertility care startup, has successfully raised $4 million in seed funding, led by Peak XV Partners (via its Surge program), along with participation from notable investors like Ameera Shah (Metropolis Healthcare) and Vijay Taparia (B2V Ventures). Founded by Neha K Motwani, Luma Fertility is building a patient-first platform to offer end-to-end reproductive care—covering IVF, fertility assessments, egg freezing, at-home diagnostics, and more. The startup is leveraging technology and empathy to modernize fertility services in India. 📍 With a flagship clinic in Bandra West, Mumbai, Luma now aims to expand across multiple cities over the next two years. This is yet another sign of rising investor confidence in healthtech and femtech sectors in India. As a funding consultant, I closely track such movements and assist businesses in navigating their own equity and debt funding journeys. 📩 If you're a startup or growing company looking to raise capital or explore funding options, feel free to connect. #FundingNews #StartupFunding #SeedFunding #LumaFertility #PeakXV #HealthTech #FemTech #IndianStartups #Linkedin #techindia #healthcare

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When a Forbes India Senior anchor asked me how the student mobility industry supports India’s economy, my answer was simple — just look at the numbers. As the CEO of a bootstrapped EdTech company handling 20,000+ student applications annually, I’ve seen firsthand how this ecosystem uplifts thousands of lives — without any external funding, just pure passion and purpose. 🌍 In 2023, Indian students sent $20B+ to overseas universities. 💸 But in 2024, $100B+ was remitted back to India by Indians abroad. That’s the real impact of global mobility. Beyond money, each student going abroad creates employment — ✔️ For coaching centres ✔️ For University reps across the world ✔️ For airlines, accommodation providers, and banks ✔️ And for thousands of consultants and immigration professionals who pay high GST and income taxes, driving India’s service economy. It’s time we recognize this sector not as a challenge — but as a strategic contributor to India’s global footprint. Would love to hear views from other professionals shaping this industry. #EdTech #Immigration #StudentMobility #IndiaGrowthStory #Unizportal

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Excited to share this News, 888vc, Our Early-stage venture capital firm based in Bangalore, India has launched platfrom Gro8 backed by ₹175 crore (US$ 20M) fund to back startups focused on AI, deep tech, Enterprise SAAS and sustainability over the next three years. 💡 Key Focus Areas: 🔹 Average ticket size of ₹2–4 crores 🔹 Sector Agnostic Angel fund 🔹 Focus on globally scalable solutions 🔹 Launch of GRO8 angel platform for cross-border funding, mentorship & market access 📌 If you’re building in AI, deep-tech, or sustainability with ambitions to grow globally, let’s talk. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gtUcYkrx #888vc #gro8 #venturecapital #angelinvestments #startups

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Edtech–school management startup Newron has raised Rs 40 crore in a pre-Series A round to strengthen its international operations, build a cross-border compliance framework, and upgrade the proprietary tech powering its centralized school administration system. Founded in 2022, Newron manages operations, finance, HR, compliance, and academic systems for K–12 institutions. The company currently runs 6 schools across 10 campuses in 6 cities, serving over 11,000 students and employing more than 1,500 staff. The fresh capital will help Newron expand its structured school operating model—integrating academics, boarding, sports, student services, and ERP-led decision-making—into global markets. #newron #edtechindia #schoolmanagement #k12education #startupfunding #preSeriesA #educationtechnology #indianstartups #globalexpansion #schooloperations #edtechnews #businessupdate #startupstories #venturecapital #educationinnovation #techdriveneducation #scalingstartups #indiainnovation #ceomagazine #entrepreneurship #founderstory #digitaltransformation #indianeconomy #impactstartups #futureofeducation #businessnews #fundingalert #growthstrategy #educationsector

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