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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 $60 million) in Euler Motors, an electric three-wheeler startup. With this investment, Hero will acquire a 32.5% stake in Euler
In a strategic move to diversify its portfolio, Bengaluru-based meme marketing company Wubba Lubba Dub Dub (WLDD) has acquired a majority stake in the direct-to-consumer (D2C) sneaker brand 7-10. This acquisition aligns with WLDD's ambition to evolve into a comprehensive media tech company, offering deeper insights into brand
~ Captures almost 70% market share in the guilt-free ice cream category on quick-commerce platforms Go Zero, India's #1 guilt-free ice cream brand, has raised INR 30 crore in its Series A funding round, marking a significant milestone in its journey. The round witnessed continued backing from existing investors
Awfis, India’s largest and first publicly listed workspace solutions platform, continues to strengthen its leadership team, marking a significant milestone in its mission to redefine workplace solutions. The company has appointed distinguished industry leaders across Technology, Managed Office Solutions, and Design & Build to cater to the increasing demand
Yummy Bee, India’s leading café chain focused on guilt-free indulgence, has successfully raised INR 18 crore in total funding, including INR 11 crore in its most recent round. This capital injection will primarily support the brand’s expansion into Mumbai and Bengaluru as well as establish their base for
* Shoegr will use strategic Allocation of Funds for Innovation, Market Expansion, and Community Engagement Mohali-based SHOEGR, a leading shoe care brand has raised US$ 100K in pre-seed funding from early-stage startup accelerator PedalStart. From humble beginnings to being seen as the undisputed leader in India’s shoe care industry, SHOEGR
The INR 3 crore investment includes INR 1 crore for a 1% equity stake and INR 2 crore as debt; this contemporary men’s apparel and accessories brand is expected to cross INR 140 crore in net revenue this year with over 40% year-on-year (YoY) growth In the latest episode
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In this exclusive interaction with StartupTalky, Muro’s co-founder, Richa Tandon, shares insights into building Bengaluru’s premier social club. She discusses how Muro blends great food, craft cocktails, and a vibrant social culture. Tandon explains their just-in-time sourcing strategy, advanced technology, and staff training programs that drive efficiency. She
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In this exclusive interaction with StartupTalky, business content creator Nitin Joshi shares how he gained 1 million Instagram followers in just 94 days. He shares how he found a gap in the market, created valuable content, and grew his audience without paid promotions. Joshi also discusses lessons from his businesses,
PhysicsWallah (PW), the renowned edtech unicorn, has appointed three independent directors to its board as it prepares for an initial public offering (IPO) later this year. The new appointees are Nitin Savara, Rachna Dikshit, and Deepak Amitabh. Strategic Board Appointments The inclusion of these independent directors is a strategic move