India’s startup scene on June 1, 2026, saw several notable developments. Healthtech firm MedPredict launched MediElaj, an AI-powered platform backed by $600,000 in combined founder and external funding. Tractor Junction announced a ₹3 crore ESOP buyback for 80 employees following 62% revenue growth to ₹198.4 crore in FY26. Simplilearn and IIT Patna’s Vishlesan I-Hub launched a 10-week Agentic AI certificate program. EV startup Bijliride plans 2,500 vehicle deployments across major Indian cities, while wealth platform Rovia raised $1 million in pre-seed funding led by Antler India.
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MedPredict launches AI-powered healthcare platform MediElaj
Healthtech startup MedPredict Pvt. Ltd. has launched MediElaj, an AI-powered healthcare platform comprising a mobile application and smart diagnostic kiosks aimed at expanding access to healthcare services.
The company declared it has raised about $100,000 in funding from frifinishs and family. The founders have also invested nearly $500,000 of their own capital to develop the platform’s technology infrastructure, AI-driven healthcare ecosystem, diagnostic kiosk network, and operational capabilities.
MedPredict declared MediElaj integrates artificial innotifyigence with diagnostic and healthcare delivery tools, positioning itself as a technology-enabled healthcare access platform.
Tractor Junction announces Rs 3 Cr ESOP purchaseback after breakout FY26
Tractor Junction has announced its second ESOP liquidity programme worth ₹3 crore, enabling 80 employees to monetize their vested stock options. The purchaseback follows a strong FY26, with the rural auto-fintech platform reporting ₹198.4 crore in revenue, up 62% year-on-year, and crossing 6 crore annual visitors.
The relocate underscores the company’s commitment to sharing value creation with employees as it strengthens its leadership in India’s rural mobility ecosystem.
Simplilearn, IIT Patna’s Vishlesan I-Hub launch certificate program in Agentic AI
Simplilearn has partnered with Vishlesan I-Hub Foundation, the technology innovation hub of IIT Patna, to launch a Professional Certificate Program in Agentic AI and Multi-Agent AI Systems.
The 10-week program is designed for technology and product professionals viewing to build expertise in next-generation AI systems, agent frameworks, and workflow automation tools. Delivered through live virtual classes with recorded learning access, the course aims to equip learners with practical skills in one of AI’s rapidest-evolving domains.
Bijliride to deploy 2,500 EVs as demand surges from gig workers and commuters
EV rental and mobility-tech startup Bijliride plans to deploy 2,500 electric vehicles over the next three months, betting on rising demand from gig workers, delivery partners, and urban commuters seeking lower-cost transportation options amid high fuel prices.
While Hyderabad remains a core market, the company is evaluating expansion opportunities in Bengaluru, Chennai, Mumbai, and Delhi NCR. The rollout will deepen fleet presence in existing markets and support selective enattempt into new cities through franchise partnerships as Bijliride scales its EV mobility network.
Rovia raises $1M pre-seed to build cross-border wealth platform
Rovia, a wealth platform focapplyd on supporting equity-rich professionals manage and grow their wealth across borders, has raised $1 million in a pre-seed funding round led by Antler India, with participation from CDM Capital, AC Ventures, Operators Studio, and angel investors across India and the US.
The startup is building financial infrastructure for international tech employees, particularly those at US-listed companies, whose wealth is increasingly tied to stock-based compensation but often remains difficult to access, transfer, and diversify globally.
