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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
Amrut Energy Pvt Ltd, a leading manufacturer of solar water pumps and renewable energy solutions from Ahmedabad, has successfully raised INR 100 crores in funding from private equity investors. This strategic investment will propel the company's rapid growth, expand its manufacturing capabilities, drive research and development, and scale
* Neural Defend is a cutting-edge cybersecurity startup specializing in AI-driven, real-time deepfake detection. * The funds raised will be utilized for R&D and product development, strengthening its proprietary AI technology. * Neural Defend is currently conducting pilot projects in New York and Singapore, demonstrating its global applicability. * Inflection Point Ventures
Mumbai, March 13th, 2025: Purple Style Labs (PSL), the parent company to Pernia’s Pop-Up Shop, has secured approximately $40 million in Series-E funding led by SageOne Flagship Growth OE Fund, Alchemy Long Term Ventures Fund, Bajaj Holdings & Investment and Minerva Ventures Fund, including by way of secondary investments.
Elon Musk's Starlink has joined forces with India's leading telecom companies, Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel, to bring satellite internet services to the country. These partnerships aim to enhance internet access, especially in remote and underserved regions. Reliance Jio's Collaboration with Starlink Reliance Jio,
* With a top speed of 105 km/h and acceleration from 0 to 40 km/h in just 2.55 seconds in Sonic mode, the Simple OneS stands as the quickest and longest-range electric scooter in its price category * The vehicle is powered by an 8.5kW PMSM motor and
Surobhi Das, former Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Zomato, has teamed up with Deepinder Goyal, the CEO of Zomato, to launch LAT Aerospace, a new aerospace startup. Goyal has invested a million into the venture and will serve as a non-executive co-founder, while Das will oversee daily operations. LAT Aerospace
* Second dedicated India fund builds on Bessemer’s nearly two-decade-long presence in the country and reinforces its commitment to supporting technology and innovation-driven businesses * The fund will focus on early-stage startups and support them through subsequent growth stages * Bessemer will focus on investments across AI, SaaS, fintech, digital health, consumer,
* Change Engine will support 6 AI startups developing ML stack technologies and business applications from India for the world. * The 6-month accelerator program features a cutting-edge sandbox for building AI products, a customer advisory board in Silicon Valley, and a mentor network of successful entrepreneurs. * Change Engine founders bring over
March 11, 2025: Angad Bhatia has been appointed as the CEO of Firstpost and Creator18, a brand-new and exciting venture from the Network18 stable. In addition to shepherding Firstpost, India’s most credible international news brand, he will lead the building of a creator network on off-platform extensions across our
Online travel aggregator ixigo has approved a new Employee Stock Option Scheme (ESOS) for 2025, allocating 1.2 crore (12 million) stock options to its employees. This move aims to attract and retain talent while aligning employee interests with company growth. ixigo's board has approved granting stock options
OpenAI is back at it, and this time, it's not about making AI smarter. Instead, it is about making your wallet significantly lighter. The company is gearing up to launch AI agents with subscription plans ranging from $2,000 to $20,000 a month. Yes, you read that
In a bid to strengthen its net worth, Mufin Group has acquired LKP Finance in an all-cash deal, resulting in the group’s net worth increasing by INR 370 crore. By leveraging LKP Finance’s capital base alongside Mufin’s expertise in lending, we will be able to expand rapidly
With a focus on strengthening collaboration amongst stakeholders across the globe, delegates from 30+ countries joined in for an evening of innovation and startups at Vanijya Bhawan on Thursday. The organizing committee members of Startup Mahakumbh supported the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) and showcased the
New Delhi, 06th March 2025: Originating from Japan, pod-style hotels have recently gained popularity in India's hospitality sector due to their efficiency, affordability, and space-saving accommodations—especially among budget travellers. One innovative Indian capsule hotel startup, NapTapGo, has raised $500K in pre-seed funding, with support from T9L Qube,
New Delhi, 06th March 2025: Cellecor Gadgets Limited, one of India’s fastest-growing consumer electronics brands, has partnered with Zepto, India’s leading quick commerce platform, to enable users to purchase Cellecor’s range of products seamlessly through Zepto’s rapid delivery network. Through this partnership, Cellecor aims to enhance
India’s most valuable drone startup, Garuda Aerospace, announces a strategic investment in Zuppa, an indigenous deep-tech startup specializing in cyber-secure drones and advanced autopilot systems. Garuda Aerospace’s investment in Zuppa marks a major milestone in strengthening the Make in India drone ecosystem, aligning with the government’s vision
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Amit Jain, the face of CarDekho and a known Shark Tank India judge, is shaping India’s startup space with his smart investments. CarDekho, established in 2008, offers a comprehensive online marketplace for car buyers and sellers. Beyond steering CarDekho to unicorn status, Amit has invested in many companies like
* Earthful has raised a total of INR 8 crore in funding to date with this latest fund infusion of INR 5 crore. * Round led by Srinivasan Namala, Founder of Porus Labs. * Participation from Ritesh Agarwal, Founder, of OYO Rooms of an additional INR 75 lakhs will come following his investment