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Company Sector Headquarters Amount Funding Round Type Lead Investors Infra.Market Real Estate Tech Thane $83 Mn Series G - EvoluteIQ Enterprise Tech Bengaluru $53 Mn – Baird Capital FinBox Fintech Bengaluru $40 Mn Series B WestBridge Capital Blue Energy Motors Clean Tech Pune $30 Mn - Nikhil Kamath, Omnitex Industries
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An online community platform is a website or software application that allows users to create and manage an online community, typically to share ideas, collaborate, and build relationships. Online communities can be used for a variety of purposes, such as professional networking, hobbyist groups, or simply as a way for
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For shopping lovers, the day after Thanksgiving is known to be bliss. It is the day of Black Friday. Black Friday is known as the Friday after Thanksgiving. The term was coined by the police services to describe the chaos surrounding the pedestrians and auto traffic in the downtown shopping
Online meat and seafood retailer Licious recorded a strong comeback in FY25 with a 16% revenue rise to INR 795 crore and a sharp 45% cut in losses. The company continues its growth in FY26, driven by an omnichannel model and quick delivery expansion, as it eyes an IPO by 2026.
E-commerce platform Meesho has filed its updated Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) with SEBI for an IPO aiming to raise $700–800 million. The Bengaluru-based company plans to list on Indian stock exchanges, marking one of the largest tech IPOs in recent years.
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India is the largest importer of Gold in the world. Gold is not only a material of great value that is closely tied to Indian culture and tradition, but it has also been a time-tested investment option, which is very common among Indian households. With the emergence of the internet
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Diwali, the festival of lights, is a joyful time in India, celebrating the victory of good over evil and light over darkness. It’s also a great chance for brands to connect with people through creative ads. Diwali advertisements often mix traditional values with modern ideas, capturing the spirit of
Koo cofounder Mayank Bidawatka has launched PicSee, an AI-powered mutual photo-sharing app, available now on Google Play and Apple App Store. The app is built by his new company, Billion Hearts Software Technologies, and aims to make photo sharing easy, private, and automatic. A New Way to Share Photos PicSee
Razorpay posted a 65% revenue rise to INR 3,783 crore in FY25, led by growth across payments, banking, and international operations, while reporting a one-time loss due to restructuring.
Ahmedabad has been recommended as the host city for the 2030 Centenary Commonwealth Games, marking India’s return to hosting the event after 20 years and boosting its 2036 Olympic bid.
French luxury department store Galeries Lafayette is making its India debut with a flagship store in Mumbai, in partnership with Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd (ABFRL). Set to open in early November, the store marks a major step in India’s luxury retail expansion, with Delhi next in line.
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Our country is one of the most vibrant economies in the whole world today. The companies and startups in India have seen astronomical growth in the past few years and many are in the phase of development. All such business needs PR or Public Relations. Have you ever thought about
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Gifts play a vital role in expressing love and affection to our family and friends, especially during special occasions. However, in our fast-paced lives, it can be challenging to manage these gestures. This is why people are turning to sources and channels that offer convenient doorstep delivery of gifts. The
Microsoft debuts MAI-Image-1, a photorealistic AI image model built entirely in-house. Ranking among LMArena’s top 10, it showcases Microsoft’s move toward AI independence and faster, more realistic image generation.
Infra.Market, a top construction materials platform, posted FY25 revenue of INR 18,000 crore, EBITDA of INR 1,500 crore, and profit of INR 300 crore. After strong FY24 growth, the Bengaluru firm plans a INR 5,000 crore IPO via SEBI’s confidential filing route.
The Enforcement Directorate has searched six locations in Mumbai and Indore linked to Reliance Infrastructure and other ADAG firms over alleged FEMA violations. The probe focuses on loan diversions worth over INR 17,000 crore, with Anil Ambani already questioned and barred from traveling abroad.
India has approved Novo Nordisk’s Ozempic, a once-a-week injection for type-2 diabetes that also aids weight loss. With lifestyle diseases rising, experts call it a timely move that could reshape diabetes and obesity care in the country.
LG Electronics India is launching its much-awaited IPO on October 7, 2025. The INR 11,600 crore issue, priced at INR 1,080–INR 1,140 per share, will close on October 9. Entirely an Offer for Sale by the South Korean parent, the listing could make LG the top appliance maker on Indian exchanges.
VerSe Innovation, parent of Dailyhunt and Josh, saw FY25 operating revenue rise 88% to INR 1,930 crore. EBITDA burn fell 20%, margins improved, and the company targets profitability in H2 FY26 through AI tools, subscriptions, and strategic acquisitions.
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Diwali, the festival of lights, is a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. Traditionally, it is a time when families and friends come together to celebrate the victory of light over darkness. However, in the current times, we are faced with the challenge of celebrating Diwali while ensuring the safety
WhatsApp has rolled out new features across iOS and Android, including Live Photos, Motion Photos, AI-powered chat themes, custom video call backgrounds, easier group search, new sticker packs, and in-app document scanning for Android users.
Spinny's revenue grew 25% to INR 4,657 crore in FY25, while net losses fell to INR 424 crore. The used-car unicorn improved margins, reduced expenses, and strengthened its path toward breakeven amid a challenging market.
YouTube has launched its Premium Lite plan in India at Rs 89 per month. The new low-cost subscription offers ad-free viewing on most videos but excludes features like YouTube Music, downloads, and background play. The rollout is set to reach all users in the coming weeks. A Cheaper Way to
Tata Motors appoints Shailesh Chandra as MD & CEO and Dhiman Gupta as CFO from October 1, 2025. Chandra, an EV and strategy expert, will lead the company through growth and challenges, including JLR’s cyberattack disruptions, while continuing his role in electric mobility.