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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
Tata Capital, the financial services arm of the Tata Group, has received board approval to proceed with an initial public offering (IPO). The company plans to issue 23 crore new shares and allow existing shareholders to sell their stakes through an offer for sale. This move complies with the Reserve
Bangalore, February 24, 2025: Nutrify Today, a pioneer in AI-driven nutraceutical innovation, has introduced Dealsphere, a groundbreaking platform that transforms how businesses discover, license, and commercialise science-backed nutrition products. Dealsphere accelerates the traditionally slow and expensive process of product ideation and licensing, enabling companies to launch new nutraceutical products in
KiranaPro, a top AI-powered quick commerce platform in India, has gained strong support with PV Sindhu joining, India’s renowned badminton star, as both an investor and brand ambassador. This is the first investment in KiranaPro’s seed funding round, supporting its mission to modernise India’s retail sector by
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They say couples should never work together. But Varun and Ghazal Alagh have proved that wrong, big time! From launching Mamaearth in 2016 to turning it into a household name, this duo did not just build a brand; they built an empire. And when Honasa Consumer Ltd., the parent company,
PALMONAS, India’s leading demi-fine jewellery brand, has secured ₹1.26 crore in funding from Namita Thapar, Executive Director of Emcure Pharmaceuticals, and Ritesh Agarwal, Founder of OYO, on Shark Tank India Season 4. The investment, made in exchange for a 1% equity stake, marks a significant achievement for the