Startup & Tech Daily Digest: 7 Aug

The quick-service restaurant chain, which specializes in authentic Bengaluru-style dosas, has successfully secured Rs 35 Cr in a Pre-Series A funding round. The investment was led by Claypond Capital, signaling strong investor confidence in the scalability of traditional regional cuisine models within the organized food-tech space.

The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) has reported a historic milestone for the Indian electric vehicle sector, with retail sales hitting 3.27 lakh units in July. This record-breaking performance underscores a rapid acceleration in consumer adoption of sustainable mobility solutions across the country.

Commodity markets saw a sharp rally on August 7, 2026, as precious metals reached new price points. Gold is currently trading at ₹151,330, while silver has climbed to ₹235,170, reflecting significant volatility and shifting trends in the Indian commodity landscape.