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Ghazal Alagh, Co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer of Mamaearth, has never shied away from sharing her entrepreneurial journey, one that’s deeply intertwined with her identity as a mother and a woman in leadership. Through her honest LinkedIn posts, Ghazal has been sharing lessons from her personal journey, showcasing how
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‘Communication works for those who work at it,’ said composer John Powell — yet, speaking confidently remains a challenge for many. Arpit Mittal, Founder & CEO of SpeakX, is working to change that with an AI-powered platform designed to help learners across India improve their spoken English. In this interaction with
It is the largest investment in India’s insect-based protein and agri-biotech sector to date. Avaana Capital, a venture capital fund focused on backing deep-tech and frontier innovation, has led an INR 32 crore (approx. $3.8 million) seed funding round in GreenGrahi, a next-generation biotech company building resilient &
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Shark Tank India has become one of the most popular shows among people these days. The energy, the innovative ideas, and, of course, the sharks—everything is top-notch. A shark, who is super trendy and seems to be loved by all for his quirky nature, is Aman Gupta. The co-founder
The company plans an aggressive two-year roadmap for phased omnichannel expansion. Rupesh Jain, the digital jewellery pioneer who built Candere into one of India’s most successful online fine jewellery platforms before its acquisition by Kalyan Jewellers, is returning to the spotlight with a bold new venture, Lucira. A modern
* Aims to solve shipping and e-commerce woes for gems and jewellery merchants * Pick up from 250 cities with 59 operational hubs across 40 cities and towns * Average shipment value is INR 90,000 Shiprocket, India’s leading eCommerce enablement platform, has entered premium category shipping with its partnership with CriticaLog,
India’s leading auto-tech platform, CARS24, has officially acquired Team-BHP, one of the country’s most respected and fiercely independent automotive communities. This strategic move signals a new era for India’s auto ecosystem, one where growth aligns with sincerity and information fosters profound trust. For over two decades, Team-BHP
* Arjun Vaidya’s expertise will drive strategic D2C partnerships and enhance KiranaPro’s AI-powered platform, fuelling the brand’s growth and nationwide expansion. * His hands-on experience in scaling consumer-facing brands will be instrumental in guiding KiranaPro as it extends its reach to millions of customers nationwide. KiranaPro, India’s fully
This is the seventh investment from Aavishkaar Capital’s USD 220 million “Global Supply Chain Support Fund”. Global Supply Chain Support Fund, managed by Aavishkaar Capital (Aavishkaar), an Aavishkaar Group company and a global pioneer in taking an entrepreneurship-based approach to scaling businesses for impact, and set up in partnership
Uniqus Consultech, a tech-enabled global platform that offers consulting solutions in the accounting & reporting, finance operations, governance, risk, ESG, and technology domains, today announced that it has secured $20 million in Series C funding. The round was led by Nexus Venture Partners, with participation from Sorin Investments. Nexus and
Update | April 21, 2025, 5:30 pm Krutrim has issued a statement denying claims in the media reports regarding its fundraising efforts. The company clarified that it is not seeking external equity capital, and any reports suggesting otherwise are "speculative and misleading." The company remains focused on executing
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The global luxury perfume market is set to reach USD 21.31 billion by 2033, with increasing demand for niche and artisanal fragrances. House of Moksha (HOM) is making its mark in this growing industry by blending the fragrance traditions of India, the Middle East, and Europe. The brand offers
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Virat Kohli, the iconic Indian cricketer and former captain of the Indian cricket team, has taken the brand endorsement world by storm. With exceptional talent and a magnetic personality, Kohli is the top choice for numerous renowned brands. Notably, he was the only cricketer on Forbes magazine's list
Good Monk, the flagship brand of Superfoods Valley, a Bengaluru-based startup, raised $2 million in a Pre-Series A funding round led by RPSG Capital Ventures, and saw participation from existing investors Multiply Ventures, Sharrp Ventures and ThinKuvate. The latest backing by RPSG Capital Ventures marks a significant milestone in the
* India’s first women-first sexual wellness brand offering stigma-free, pleasure-positive intimate products and comprehensive sex education. * Funds will be used to expand product offerings, strengthen content and brand positioning, and scale distribution across new channels. * Their Sex Ed Masterclass on healing from sexual trauma won the prestigious UN Laadli Media
India’s dynamic and fast-growing QSR coffee chain, Nothing Before Coffee (NBC), has raised $2.3 million in a Pre-Series A funding round led by Prath Ventures. The round also saw participation from SYL Investments. This marks a major milestone in NBC’s journey as it continues to redefine India’
Garuda Aerospace, India’s most valuable drone startup, has successfully raised INR 100 crores in its Series B funding round from Venture Catalysts (VCAT) at a valuation of $250 million. This strategic infusion of capital marks a major milestone in Garuda Aerospace’s mission to bolster indigenous drone manufacturing and
The program will offer an overall INR 18-20 crore in fast-track funding, tailored go-to-market support, and strategic mentorship to 5–6 selected ventures. Capital-A, an early-stage B2B-focused venture capital firm, has partnered with SanchiConnect, India’s leading deeptech ecosystem platform, to launch MaXcel, a first-of-its-kind accelerator dedicated to startups and
* The funds will be used to expand BeastLife's product line, enhance R&D & scale distribution with a focus on delivering high-quality, science-backed supplements tailored for athletes & fitness enthusiasts across India. * The brand's equity split includes Gaurav Taneja holding a 40% stake, Raj Gupta
* The newly secured fund will be used to develop next-gen AI imaging payloads, high-speed space-based surveillance solutions and to penetrate global markets. Optimized Electrotech Pvt Ltd (OEPL), a pioneering deep-tech company specialising in imaging surveillance technology, has successfully closed a $6 million Series A funding round led by Blume Ventures
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In an exclusive interaction with StartupTalky, Prashant Singh, COO and Co-founder of LeadSquared, discusses the company's journey from its early days as a marketing platform to becoming a new-age SaaS CRM platform. He shares insights into building a high-growth SaaS venture, LeadSquared’s journey to becoming a unicorn
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In a world where new ideas are constantly emerging, the consumer goods industry is always evolving. dreamDO was born from a simple yet powerful idea, to help people turn their product dreams into reality. The company enables creators to earn royalties while ensuring that products remain affordable and of high
In a major leap for India’s artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem, IIT Madras has partnered with California-based deep tech startup Ziroh Labs and the IIT-M Pravartak Technologies Foundation to establish the Centre of AI Research (CoAIR). The highlight of this collaboration is the unveiling of Kompact AI, an AI platform
Wakefit, a leading direct-to-consumer (D2C) home and sleep solutions brand, is planning to raise INR 1,500-2,000 crore ($200 million) through an initial public offering (IPO). While the company is expected to file draft papers for the IPO in the coming months, it has not yet finalised the timing