Bengaluru-based Rekise Marine secured $9.7 million from Accel and NKSquared. The funding will accelerate the development of autonomous ships and submarines for the Indian Navy. The company focuses on full-stack development of unmanned maritime systems. This investment supports the expansion of engineering talent and the advancement of their extra-large autonomous underwater vehicle, Jalkapi.

Indian space startup SatSure Analytics received a significant grant to develop AI models for Earth observation. This initiative aims to build India's own AI capabilities, reducing reliance on foreign technology. The grant will support the creation of advanced models using satellite and drone data tailored for India.

Eyewear retailer Lenskart Solutions experienced a significant block deal valued at Rs 1,862 crore. Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, through its investment vehicle, sold a portion of its shares. This follows a similar stake sale by SoftBank. Despite early investors reducing holdings, Lenskart's revenue surged in the January-March quarter. The company also reported strong full-year financial performance.

India is attracting foreign debt capital by removing taxes and easing borrowing rules. This move is expected to inject significant liquidity by September 30. Experts believe this will lower short-term interest rates. Target maturity funds are recommended for investors to benefit from these changes. These funds offer predictable returns by holding bonds until maturity.

Reliance-backed robotics startup Addverb Technologies is looking to raise over $100 million to fund expansion into humanoid robots, AI and advanced automation. The company, which generates half its revenue overseas, targets a spot among the world's top 10 robotics firms within five years.

Exponent Energy has secured ₹200 crore in a new funding round. The company plans to expand its rapid charging network for commercial electric vehicles across India. This investment will support expansion beyond Bengaluru and Delhi. Exponent Energy aims to become a major energy player in India. The company focuses on commercial mobility, a significant market opportunity.

State Bank of India is set to commit up to $1 billion to fund Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.'s $12 billion acquisition of Organon & Co. This move marks a significant step for government-run banks in financing corporate takeovers. SBI will join other global lenders in this substantial deal. The funding underscores the growing ambition of Indian companies to expand globally.

Vedanta Resources is preparing to refinance 5.2 billion US dollars in bonds and loans. This move aims to reduce borrowing costs following recent credit rating upgrades. The company has engaged eight major banks for this significant financial transaction. The refinancing will cover bonds maturing between 2028 and 2033, and loans due from 2028 onwards.

OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, has confidentially filed for a US IPO, reportedly targeting a valuation of up to $1 trillion. This move follows a legal victory and places OpenAI alongside rivals Anthropic and SpaceX in a surge of AI companies seeking public market access. The company's rapid growth, fueled by ChatGPT's popularity, is driving significant investor interest.

Deal activity in India cooled in May 2026 from an exceptionally strong April, with 196 transactions worth $11 billion, a report said on Monday.

The State Bank of India (SBI) presented a dividend cheque of Rs 8,813 crore to the government for the financial year ending March 31, 2026. This follows SBI's reported 6% year-on-year rise in net profit for the January-March quarter of FY26, reaching Rs 19,684 crore.

Hygenco has secured a significant USD 105 million in fresh equity. The investment comes from a consortium including the International Finance Corporation, Siemens Financial Services, and Fullerton Carbon Action Fund. This capital will boost Hygenco's green hydrogen production capabilities. The company aims to supply zero-emission green molecules to industrial sectors.

Carlsberg A/S is preparing to file draft papers for an IPO of its India unit as early as this month, sources said. The listing could raise up to $700 million (around Rs 6,650 crore) and is expected to be a secondary share sale by the Danish brewer. Kotak, JPMorgan and Citigroup are advising on the transaction, which may launch later this year.

A new general insurance company, Kiwi General Insurance, is set to launch in India. Backed by WestBridge Capital and Neelesh Garg, it plans to use AI to transform the industry. The company will focus on reducing transaction times and costs. It aims to achieve this by redesigning processes from scratch. Kiwi General Insurance will initially focus on motor insurance.

CMR Green Technologies' initial public offering saw massive investor interest. The Indian aluminium recycler received bids worth over 563 billion rupees for its 65.8 million dollar issue. This marks India's first IPO in a month. Strong demand reflects investor confidence in the non-ferrous metal recycling sector. Shares are expected to list on June 10.

In a groundbreaking development, Atom Financial Services Group has joined forces with Sirius Capital, a UAE firm, marking the inception of Atom Investment Banking. This innovative global platform is tailored for promoter-led enterprises across India, the UAE, and Singapore, boasting an array of integrated advisory services, including wealth management and investment banking.

Meesho has partnered with BSE Ltd. to launch Project Shikhar, an initiative designed to help MSMEs transition into publicly listed entities on the BSE SME platform. This collaboration aims to provide e-commerce sellers with access to growth capital and foster compliant, transparent businesses for India's formal economy.

Kuku Technologies is planning an Initial Public Offering to raise up to Rs 3,000 crore. The company aims for a valuation of Rs 15,000 crore. This public issue will include new shares and an offer for sale. Funds will boost technology, AI, and content. Kuku TV, launched in late 2024, focuses on micro dramas.

IIFL Finance successfully raised $500 million through international dollar bonds, marking the first such issuance from India since January. Priced at 7.6%, the 3.25-year bond attracted significant investor interest despite geopolitical volatilities. Proceeds will fund lending to economically weaker sections, including MSMEs and gold loans.

Rising geopolitical tensions, volatile equity markets and weak investor sentiment are pushing more companies towards SEBI’s confidential filing route, allowing them to keep listing plans flexible while protecting sensitive business information.