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Paytm Mall To Invest $ 35 Million In Logistics Arm
Paytm India’s ecommerce arm Paytm Mall, is planning to invest $ 35 million in its technology and logistics infrastructure to strengthen their logistics network. The company will also be adding more product offerings to further strengthen its position in the market ahead of the crucial festive season.
Amit Sinha, the COO of Paytm Mall said they are investing in technology and infrastructure expansion of their logistics network to make sure there is a seamless process for a consumer to place an order and receive deliveries in a day. “This is being rolled out in about 25 cities but plans are afoot to quickly take it to other pin codes,” he added. The Alibaba backed company also said it plans to cut down on its delivery timelines for partner merchants and has partnered with three large logistics players Delhivery, Blue Dart and Xpressbees along with specialized local couriers such as Shadowfax and Book a Wheel to expand its delivery reach.
The company is also partnering with local delivery players in a bid to ensure same day and next day deliveries and expand the delivery reach to about 17,000 pin codes. The company recently delisted 50% of their logistics partners and 30 courier aggregation centers in an attempt to revamp their seller on boarding process.
The ecommerce arm of Paytm Mall was launched in 2017 and competes against giants like Flipkart and Amazon. The platform also seeks to go deeper into smaller cities and scale up their partner network with 3000 new agents to compete against Amazon, who recently passed a special resolution to infuse over Rs. 400 crores in their logistics arm in the wake of festive season sales.
In June, the ecommerce arm Paytm ECommerce Pvt., Ltd., raised $200 million in a funding round from Alibaba and venture capital firm SAIF Partners. The company also announced to invest $ 5 million in their Shopkeeper Inclusion Programme to address the needs of its partners.
Rozana, India’s leading rural retail platform, has secured ₹290 crore ($35 million) in a Series B funding round led by Bertelsmann India Investments (BII), with participation from Omidyar Network India, Vivid Capital, and Tana Investment Holding. This Rozana funding brings its total capital to over ₹500 crore, fueling hyperlocal expansion in underserved rural markets. Founded in 2021 by brothers Prashant and Prateek Chauhan, the startup’s phygital model blends micro-stores, app-based ordering, and last-mile delivery to connect 5 million+ users in 12 states with brands like ITC and HUL.
The ₹290 crore investment will supercharge Rozana’s rural omnichannel retail strategy, targeting 5x growth in 18 months. Plans include adding 5,000 micro-stores in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Rajasthan; AI-powered inventory tech; and new categories like groceries and electronics. By empowering 20,000+ rural micro-entrepreneurs, Rozana taps into India’s $700 billion rural retail boom, where smartphone penetration and UPI drive 12% annual growth.
This Rozana Series B milestone positions it as a frontrunner against rivals like Ninjacart, eyeing unicorn status by 2028 amid ONDC tailwinds. CEO Prashant Chauhan emphasized, “We’re building rural prosperity through accessible premium brands.” For more on Rozana funding news and rural retail trends, stay updated on India’s startup ecosystem.
Peak XV Partners has launched three new funds totaling $1.3 billion, targeting India’s booming startup ecosystem. The lineup features the $600M Surge fund (8th edition) for early-stage ventures, a $300M Growth Fund for Series B+ scaling, and a $400M Acceleration Fund for rapid portfolio expansion. This commitment arrives as India’s VC inflows rebound, with AI and fintech leading 2026 trends.
These funds build on Peak XV’s legacy of backing unicorns like Zomato and Pine Labs, offering founders capital plus strategic guidance amid post-winter recovery. Early-stage deals surged 20% last year per Tracxn, positioning Peak XV to fuel the next wave of innovation in SaaS, climate tech, and consumer plays.
For startups eyeing Peak XV new funds or Surge fund 2026 applications, this signals prime opportunities. Investors and marketers should watch for deployment updates India remains a global VC hotspot.
Hyderabad, January 13, 2026 Neeman’s, India’s leading D2C footwear brand famed for sustainable shoes and patented PIXLL® technology, has raised $4 million from existing investors. This funding boosts its cumulative capital past $10 million since 2015, with a post-money valuation nearing $50 million. CEO Vijay Chahoria emphasized offline retail as the “next frontier,” planning 50+ new stores in Tier 2/3 cities like Jaipur and Lucknow to blend eco-friendly innovation with hands-on customer experiences.
In India’s booming D2C ecosystem where footwear sales hit ₹1.2 lakh crore in 2025 Neeman’s targets hybrid retail amid high online CAC and 25-30% returns. Backed by vegan, machine-washable shoes priced ₹2,000-4,000, the brand leverages PIXLL® (5x more breathable than leather) for carbon-neutral comfort. Recent 5x revenue growth to ₹100 crore ARR, 1M+ pairs sold via Myntra and stores, and awards at India D2C Summit 2025 position it ahead of rivals like Paaduks.
Neeman’s offline expansion India eyes the $15B sustainable footwear market by 2028, fueled by PLI schemes, Gen Z’s 70% eco-preference (Nielsen), and Southeast Asia exports. Challenges like real estate costs are offset by data-driven inventory and omnichannel QR tech. Watch for Q1 2026 launches in Hyderabad and Bengaluru redefining D2C success through authentic, “Wear the Change” branding.
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