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Knya FY26: Revenue Crosses ₹100 Cr Mark, PAT Jumps 3X YoY

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Knya FY26: Revenue Crosses ₹100 Cr Mark, PAT Jumps 3X YoY

Omnichannel medical apparel brand Knya saw its profit after tax (PAT) more than triple to ₹10 Cr in the fiscal year 2025-26 (FY26) from ₹3 Cr a fiscal earlier. This profit surge came on the back of the startup expanding its omnichannel presence.

via Inc42·Aug 7, 2026

Inside Nykaa’s Inventory Model: How The Beauty Giant Earns Its Margin

Nykaa was once called the “Amazon of beauty”. And it wasn’t an unfair comparison to some degree. Like Amazon, Nykaa built its business on a wide assortment, partnerships with leading brands and the convenience of buying it all in one place.

via Inc42·Aug 7, 2026·11 min

How Hotels are Redefining the Sports Bar Experience

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How Hotels are Redefining the Sports Bar Experience

This story was originally published on FSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily FS Insider.Foundry Fieldhouse has leaned heavily into local sourcing and storytelling.

via FSR Magazine·Aug 7, 2026·7 min

LEAP India IPO: Issue Subscribed 24% On Day 1 Till Now

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LEAP India IPO: Issue Subscribed 24% On Day 1 Till Now

Logistics tech provider LEAP India’s IPO got off to a steady start on the first day of bidding. Investors placed bids for 2.71 Cr shares against a total offer size of 11.50 Cr shares on offer, translating to a 24% subscription, as of 14:30 IST.

via Inc42·Aug 7, 2026·2 min

IPO-Bound LEAP India Nets ₹744 Cr From Anchor Investors

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IPO-Bound LEAP India Nets ₹744 Cr From Anchor Investors

Ahead of the commencement of the bidding for its public issue on August 7, logistics tech platform LEAP India has raised ₹743.6 Cr from anchor investors.

via Inc42·Aug 6, 2026·3 min

IPO-Bound Shiprocket FY26 Loss Widened 7%YoY To ₹79 Cr

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IPO-Bound Shiprocket FY26 Loss Widened 7%YoY To ₹79 Cr

In the run up to go public, logistics unicorn Shiprocket’s consolidated loss for the fiscal year FY26 increased by around 7% YoY to ₹79.2 Cr from ₹74.4 Cr in the previous fiscal year, as per the financial disclosures in its red herring prospectus (RHP).

via Inc42·Aug 6, 2026·3 min

Swiggy Bets On Toing, Instamart To Achieve ₹10,000 Cr Adjusted EBITDA By FY31

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Swiggy Bets On Toing, Instamart To Achieve ₹10,000 Cr Adjusted EBITDA By FY31

Swiggy is banking on its affordable meals platform Toing and quick commerce business Instamart to achieve a consolidated adjusted EBITDA of ₹10,000 Cr by FY31.

via Inc42·Aug 6, 2026·3 min

[Update] Exclusive: HomeRun Raises $12 Mn To Scale Construction Materials Quick Commerce Platform

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[Update] Exclusive: HomeRun Raises $12 Mn To Scale Construction Materials Quick Commerce Platform

Update | August 6, 2026, 10:15 IST Quick commerce startup for construction and interior materials HomeRun has raised $12 Mn (about ₹114 Cr) in a Series A+ funding round led by Nexus Venture Partners.

via Inc42·Aug 6, 2026·3 min

Shiprocket IPO To Open On August 12, Issue Size Cut To ₹1,617 Cr

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Shiprocket IPO To Open On August 12, Issue Size Cut To ₹1,617 Cr

Logistics major Shiprocket has filed the RHP to raise ₹1,617 Cr (about $170 Mn) via its IPO, a 30% reduction from the ₹2,342.3 Cr proposed in its updated DRHP. The issue will open for subscription on August 12 and close on August 14.

via Inc42·Aug 6, 2026·3 min

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&pizza Headed to Georgia for First Time with West Midtown Opening

This story was originally published on QSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily QSR AM Jolt. &pizza is officially bringing its signature edge, energy and cult-favorite pies to Georgia.

via QSR Magazine·Aug 5, 2026·4 min

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Rōti Announces New Franchise Incentive to Accelerate Growth

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Rōti Modern Mediterranean Launches New Franchise Incentive Program

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via QSR Magazine·Aug 4, 2026·2 min

IPO-Bound LEAP India’s FY26 Profit Jumps 66% To ₹62 Cr, Revenue Up 56%

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IPO-Bound LEAP India’s FY26 Profit Jumps 66% To ₹62 Cr, Revenue Up 56%

Supply chain solutions provider LEAP India reported a 65.7% jump in its consolidated net profit to ₹62.3 Cr in FY26 from ₹37.6 Cr in the previous fiscal, driven by business expansion and improving operating efficiencies.

via Inc42·Aug 4, 2026·3 min

Flipkart To Launch Food Delivery Service By Mid-August With 10-11% Commission Model

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Flipkart To Launch Food Delivery Service By Mid-August With 10-11% Commission Model

Flipkart is set to launch its food delivery service in Bengaluru by mid-August, with the ecommerce major planning to charge restaurants a commission of 10-11% per order, sources told Inc42.

via Inc42·Aug 3, 2026·2 min

Shadowfax Q1 PAT Jumps 8X To ₹65 Cr, Revenue Crosses ₹1,300 Cr Mark

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Shadowfax Q1 PAT Jumps 8X To ₹65 Cr, Revenue Crosses ₹1,300 Cr Mark

Logistics major Shadowfax has recorded a 8X jump in its consolidated net profit for Q1 FY27 to reach an all-time high of ₹65.4 Cr from ₹8 Cr PAT in Q1 FY26. Sequentially, the PAT increased 17% from ₹55.8 Cr.

via Inc42·Jul 31, 2026·2 min

Arboreal Bioinnovations Raises ₹230 Cr To Supply Nutrition Ingredients To Brands

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Arboreal Bioinnovations Raises ₹230 Cr To Supply Nutrition Ingredients To Brands

Specialty food and nutraceutical ingredients startup Arboreal Bioinnovations has raised ₹230 Cr (about $24 Mn) in a Series A round co-led by EAAA Alternatives and Omnivore, with participation from existing investor Rainmatter by Zerodha.

via Inc42·Jul 31, 2026·2 min

Swiggy’s Q1 Snapshot, Sarvam Widens AI Horizon & More

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Swiggy’s Q1 Snapshot, Sarvam Widens AI Horizon & More

Swiggy Marches Closer To Profitability In Q1 Swiggy inched closer to profitability in Q1.

via Inc42·Jul 31, 2026·6 min

Swiggy’s Food Delivery Profit Slips Sequentially As LPG Supply Disruption Hits Margins

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Swiggy’s Food Delivery Profit Slips Sequentially As LPG Supply Disruption Hits Margins

Swiggy’s food delivery business saw its profitability moderate sequentially in the first quarter of FY27 as restaurant order cancellations caused by an LPG supply disruption, seasonal demand softness, and annual wage hikes weighed on margins.

via Inc42·Jul 30, 2026·3 min

How the F&B industry actuallyruns, evolves, and grows.

Knya FY26: Revenue Crosses ₹100 Cr Mark, PAT Jumps 3X YoY

Inside Nykaa’s Inventory Model: How The Beauty Giant Earns Its Margin

How Hotels are Redefining the Sports Bar Experience

LEAP India IPO: Issue Subscribed 24% On Day 1 Till Now

IPO-Bound LEAP India Nets ₹744 Cr From Anchor Investors

IPO-Bound Shiprocket FY26 Loss Widened 7%YoY To ₹79 Cr

Swiggy Bets On Toing, Instamart To Achieve ₹10,000 Cr Adjusted EBITDA By FY31

[Update] Exclusive: HomeRun Raises $12 Mn To Scale Construction Materials Quick Commerce Platform

Shiprocket IPO To Open On August 12, Issue Size Cut To ₹1,617 Cr

&pizza Headed to Georgia for First Time with West Midtown Opening

Rōti Announces New Franchise Incentive to Accelerate Growth

Rōti Modern Mediterranean Launches New Franchise Incentive Program

IPO-Bound LEAP India’s FY26 Profit Jumps 66% To ₹62 Cr, Revenue Up 56%

Flipkart To Launch Food Delivery Service By Mid-August With 10-11% Commission Model

Shadowfax Q1 PAT Jumps 8X To ₹65 Cr, Revenue Crosses ₹1,300 Cr Mark

Arboreal Bioinnovations Raises ₹230 Cr To Supply Nutrition Ingredients To Brands

Swiggy’s Q1 Snapshot, Sarvam Widens AI Horizon & More

Swiggy’s Food Delivery Profit Slips Sequentially As LPG Supply Disruption Hits Margins

How the F&B industry actually
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