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A Marketing Playbook: Inside the Mind of Deepinder Goyal and Zomato
"Three things in life are certain: life, death, and news about Zomato," wrote Amit Gupta, MD, Badri Group summing up Zomato's marketing game on LinkedIn.
SINE at IIT Bombay to Launch INR 100 Cr VC Fund for Deep-Tech Startups
The fund will focus on science, biotech, space, defense, and other national priority sectors to drive innovation.
Against the Odds, Civil Society Advances Positive Change in Bangladesh
Counterpart's PAR project has fostered collaboration with Bangladesh's civil society and government to create community-driven solutions that advance inclusive development and democratic governance.
Moglix Acquires Khatema Fibres for INR 80 Cr to Expand Sustainable Packaging Portfolio
The acquisition aims to enhance sustainable packaging, strengthen industrial procurement leadership, expand Next Day Delivery to 40 cities, and foster community growth through improved infrastructure and streamlined operations.
360 ONE Asset Acquires Stake in OneSource Specialty Pharma to Propel Biologics Innovation
OneSource is one of the few Indian CDMOs capable of developing and manufacturing advanced products such as GLP-1 drugs, similar to the compounds found in the popular diabetes and obesity drug, Ozempic.
How Cloud Technology will Transform the Banking Industry
The Indian cloud services market, valued at USD 8.3 billion in 2023 and projected to grow to USD 24.2 billion by 2028, is currently dominated by international providers. With this initiative, the RBI seeks to boost domestic players and enhance India's digital sovereignty.
8i Ventures Launches 2nd Edition of Pre-Seed Program Origami to Fuel Startup Ecosystem
The program offers rapid access to funding, with a streamlined process designed to provide founders with a response within one week, a term sheet in two weeks, and deal closure in just four weeks.
Top 5 Reasons Entrepreneurs Should Invest in Term Insurance Today
The article explores the top 5 reasons entrepreneurs should prioritize term insurance today as securing a business's future is just as crucial as driving its growth
Rural Digital Payments and E-Commerce Landscape Undergoing Profound Transformation: Jinesh Shah
Digital payments, alongside e-commerce, have seen rapid evolution over the recent years in India's rural depths and Shah is of the opinion that the aforementioned foundation has "enabled unprecedented financial inclusion, with over 450 million bank accounts opened and widespread Aadhaar-based authentication supporting remote KYC processes."
OneCell Diagnostics Raises USD 16 Mn in Series A to Expand Cutting-Edge Cancer Diagnostics
Celesta Capital led the Series A round, with participation from Tenacity Ventures, Cedars Sinai, Eragon, and Singularity Ventures.
Growth Sense Venture Fund Secures SEBI Nod as Category-I Angel Fund
Category-1 Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) are designed to promote investments in areas such as small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and social ventures, making this milestone a significant achievement for Growth Sense.
Indian Leaders Bet on AI for Smarter Team Collaboration
90 % of leaders reported that AI tools have enhanced the quality of their team's work
Moksha Group Acquires Arzooo to Empower Small Retailers
The acquisition grants Moksha Group access to Arzooo's technology platform, intellectual property, and private-label brand. Moksha aims to leverage these assets to empower small retailers with digital tools, fintech solutions, and affordable financing options.
Tata Power and ADB Join Forces to Accelerate India's Clean Energy Transition with $4.25 Billion Partnership
The collaboration focuses on evaluating financing for transformative projects, including the 966 MW Solar-Wind Hybrid project, Pumped Hydro Storage Project, and other initiatives centered on energy transition, decarbonization, and battery storage.
Zepto Secures USD 350 Mn Funding, Eyes IPO by 2026
The round was led by Motilal Oswal Private Wealth and also saw participation from investors, including Raamdeo Agarwal, the Taparia Family Office, Mankind Pharma Family Office, RP Sanjiv Goenka Group, Cello Family Office, and Haldiram Snacks Family Office.