CIMware is a Bengaluru-founded startup on a mission to redefine how data centres operate. At its core is the Composable Infrastructure Module (CIM)- a patented, rack-level “smart switch” that unites compute, storage, and networking in one compact unit. It’s specifically designed to handle the heavy workloads of AI, machine learning, and cloud applications. By using high-speed memory to directly connect processors, their tech significantly cuts down on power usage and equipment costs, bringing down total cost of ownership by up to 80%. With working prototypes already built, the company is now focusing on expanding to international markets and forming global partnerships. $2.3 M Pre‑Series A round led by Transition VC, which will fuel hardware production, software team growth, and global go-to-market execution. Rajiv Ganth, Founder & CEO- brings deep expertise in distributed systems from roles at Intel, EMC, CloudSimple and led the CIMware R&D and go-to-market strategy.

Coratia Technologies is a deep‑tech startup focused on underwater inspection. Born out of an NIT Rourkela student project in 2021, it developed cutting-edge remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) and autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) that inspect infrastructure like dams, bridges, ports and even support national defence surveillance. Today, their Jaladuta and Jalasimha drones, capable of reaching depths of 150m and 300m respectively, are supported by clients including the Indian Navy, Railway, Tata Steel etc. $2M Pre‑Series A round led by MGF Kavachh to scale R&D, build Bangalore & Bhubaneswar production wings, and advance AUV capabilities. Debendra Pradhan, Co‑founder & CEO, turned his NIT Rourkela project into a commercial robotics firm and secured India’s first underwater robotics deal via Shark Tank. Biswajit Swain, Co‑founder & CTO, the technical architect behind Jaladuta and Jalasimha, piloting their sonar and autonomy systems.

Lamark Biotech is an Ahmedabad-based biopharma startup working to make essential biologic drugs like insulin and antibodies easier to store and transport. Their core innovation, the ProteoStrong platform, helps stabilize these drugs so they don’t need constant refrigeration, which is a major barrier in low-resource or remote areas. By removing cold-chain dependence, Lamark aims to make life-saving treatments more accessible and affordable, especially in places where medical infrastructure is limited. $ 6.5CR Pre‑Series A round led by IAN Group (via IAN Alpha Fund and BioAngels). It also included angel participation from Dr Vinayender Tulla, Dr Nita Roy, and Venkataraman KNK, all domain experts in biotech and healthcare. Two of them are not linked here. Dr Vaibhav Bhatia, Founder & CEO- biochemist turned entrepreneur who has led Lamark from campus to incubator and now to biotech innovation.

Loopworm is a Bengaluru-based biotech startup rethinking how the world produces protein- by using silkworms instead of traditional industrial reactors. Their “reactor-free” approach lets them grow useful proteins, enzymes, and other materials directly inside insect biomass, making the process faster, cheaper, and more scalable. Founded in 2019, the startup runs a 6,000-tonne/year insect-processing plant that exports products globally- serving aquaculture, pet food, diagnostics, and animal vaccine markets and has secured international certifications. $3.25M Pre‑Series  A round led by WaterBridge Ventures and Enrission India Capital. Ankit Alok Bagaria, Co‑founder & CEO- leads vision and commercialization after developing Loopworm’s core biotech process. Abhi Gawri, Co‑founder & CTO oversees tech development and product innovation direction.

Fabheads is a Chennai-based deep-tech venture founded in 2015, focused on automating composite manufacturing. Their proprietary Adaptive Tow Placement technology, including Asia’s first continuous-fiber 3D printer, enables automated fabrication of lightweight, high-strength carbon fiber parts. The startup serves aerospace, defense, mobility, drones, and clean-energy clients, including ISRO, Tata Group, and Motherson Group, and is building a new 100,000 sq ft manufacturing facility in Bengaluru to support rising demand. $10M Series A round led by Accel, with senior participation from Trifecta Capital, which contributed $2.3M in venture debt- bringing Fabheads’ total funding to $13M. The fresh capital will be used to expand manufacturing capacity, deepen R&D, and scale leadership and engineering teams in Bengaluru’s Aerospace Park. Dhinesh Kanagaraj, Co‑founder & CEO, an IIT‑Madras alumnus and former ISRO engineer who personally developed early 3D‑printer prototypes. Abhijeet Rathore, Co‑founder & CTO, an IIT‑Delhi alum who previously designed rocket components at ISRO.