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Better Nutrition raised INR 10 crore from investors like Namita Thapar, Shantanu Deshpande, and PV Sindhu. Earlier backed by IIM Ahmedabad Ventures, it has grown 3X since 2022. The funds will expand products, boost distribution, and scale farmer training to make biofortified food widely accessible.
Beams Fintech Fund, a leading growth-stage private equity fund focused on Fintech and Financial Services, has announced its sixth investment in Infinity Fincorp Solutions (“Infinity Fincorp”). Beams has participated as part of their Series A extension of a $40 million funding round. Infinity Fincorp, backed by True North LLP Private
* Project Clay Secures Funding from Namita Thapar of INR 15 lakh for 10% equity * HiveSchool received transformative advice from Aman Gupta and took sales education offline Masters’ Union, the Gurugram-based new-age institution renowned for its industry-driven and practitioner-led approach to management and engineering education, has achieved a remarkable milestone—five
Managed workplace solutions company IndiQube has received the capital markets regulator SEBI’s go-ahead to raise INR 850-crore through an IPO. The Bengaluru-based company, which filed its DRHP in December 2024, obtained its observation letter on 24th March 2025, an update the SEBI showed. According to the DRHP, the proposed
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Company Profile is an initiative by StartupTalky to publish verified information on different startups and organisations. The revenue in the Indian fashion market is expected to reach $17.24 billion in 2025 and $24.35 billion by 2029, with an annual growth rate of 9.02%. As more consumers turn
Volvo Cars has brought back Håkan Samuelsson as CEO, replacing Jim Rowan. Samuelsson, who led Volvo from 2012 to 2022, will take charge for two years. His return comes as Volvo faces high U.S. tariffs, slow electric vehicle (EV) sales, and financial struggles. The leadership change aims to steady
Kusha Kapila, known for her comedic and relatable content, has launched her own innerwear brand, Underneat, alongside co-founder Vimarsh Razdan. What sets this launch apart is the incredible pre-launch strategy that helped build a strong community and trust before the brand even hit the market. Building Trust Before Selling Underneat
Sets sights on INR 600 Cr by year-end as demand grows for goal-linked, tech-led investing. MIRA Money, the path-breaking Technology-First Investment Management platform, has crossed INR 250 crore in Assets Under Management (AUM) as of March 2025, marking a significant milestone for this startup brand. This milestone, achieved entirely through
Vibrant Screen Pvt Ltd, offering background verification services worldwide, becomes a part of the CIEL HR Group. National, 28th March 2025: CIEL HR Group is pleased to announce the acquisition of Vibrant Screen Pvt Ltd (VSPL), one of India’s largest providers of background verification solutions. With over 24 years
BENGALURU, March 28, 2025: Elev8 Venture Partners, a $200 million growth-stage fund focused on high-potential Indian startups, has led a $50 million Series D funding round in smallcase, India’s leading model portfolios platform. The round also saw participation from State Street Global Advisors, Niveshaay AIF, Faering Capital, and Arkam
Mumbai, India – 27th March 2025: Twiddles, the mindful snacking brand founded by cricket legend Yuvraj Singh in partnership with Alfinity Studios, is making waves in India’s booming premium snacking industry. In just three months since its launch, Twiddles has achieved phenomenal traction, driven by an increasing consumer demand for
* Major exits include Prescinto AI’s acquisition by IBM and Parablu’s sale to CrashPlan, showcasing the attractiveness of IPV-backed startups. * IPV portfolio companies raised 25 follow-on rounds in 2024, attracting top-tier investors and providing 30-40% IRRs through optional exits. * IPV has achieved 47 exits out of a 200+ startup
Anupam Mittal, founder of Shaadi.com and a popular judge on Shark Tank India, recently shared his thoughts on career growth in a LinkedIn post. He believes promotions are no longer based on tenure or loyalty. Simply staying at a company for years does not guarantee success. Instead, employees must
New Delhi, March 27, 2025: OneStack, a fintech platform for cooperative banks in Bharat, has raised $2 million in Series A funding and will secure an additional $1 million soon as a part of the same round. The round was led by Pentathlon Ventures, with participation from Yatra Angel Network
GreenFortune, a windows and doors brand, announced today the successful close of its $4.5 million funding round led by Foundamental with participation from Titan Capital Winners Fund and existing investors Incubate Fund Asia & Others. The capital, approx. INR 39 crore will be used to fuel national level expansion,
Mumbai, March 25, 2025: Grow Indigo, India's pioneering agri-tech company, has successfully raised $10 million from British International Investment (BII), the UK's development finance institution and impact investor. Established in 2018, the Company is leading the carbon farming revolution with over 2.5 million acres of
The Bengaluru-based startup Aukera Jewellery, specialising in lab-grown diamond (LGD) jewellery, is in talks to raise $15 million in a Series B funding round led by Peak XV Partners. This funding will help scale operations for the company due to increasing competition in the $2.6 billion LGD market in
Apna Mart, an omnichannel grocery and FMCG retail chain has secured INR 214.5 crore (around $25 million) in a new funding round. The investment includes a mix of equity and debt, with Fundamentum Partnership Fund and Accel leading the round. Existing investors also participated. According to regulatory filings, the
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The AI and analytics industry is growing quickly, changing how businesses work. Companies are adopting AI to improve efficiency, make better decisions, and stay competitive. By 2030, the global AI market is expected to reach $826.73 billion, with a CAGR of 27.67% from 2025 to 2030. One company
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In this exclusive interaction with StartupTalky, Pallavi Jha, Chairperson and MD of Walchand PeopleFirst Limited and Dale Carnegie Training India, shares insights into professional development. She explains how Dale Carnegie adapts their training methods to meet today's business needs, using AI, digital tools, and behavioural science. Jha highlights
Hero MotoCorp, India’s largest two-wheeler maker, is making a major move into the electric vehicle (EV) space. The company has announced an investment of INR 525 crore (over $60 million) in Euler Motors, an electric three-wheeler startup. With this investment, Hero will acquire a 32.5% stake in Euler
In a strategic move to diversify its portfolio, Bengaluru-based meme marketing company Wubba Lubba Dub Dub (WLDD) has acquired a majority stake in the direct-to-consumer (D2C) sneaker brand 7-10. This acquisition aligns with WLDD's ambition to evolve into a comprehensive media tech company, offering deeper insights into brand
~ Captures almost 70% market share in the guilt-free ice cream category on quick-commerce platforms Go Zero, India's #1 guilt-free ice cream brand, has raised INR 30 crore in its Series A funding round, marking a significant milestone in its journey. The round witnessed continued backing from existing investors
Awfis, India’s largest and first publicly listed workspace solutions platform, continues to strengthen its leadership team, marking a significant milestone in its mission to redefine workplace solutions. The company has appointed distinguished industry leaders across Technology, Managed Office Solutions, and Design & Build to cater to the increasing demand