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#IPOAlert GANESH INFRAWORLD LIMITED IPO will close on 3rd December, 2024. Find out the latest GMP, subscription status and detailed review only at youtu.be/PTlNXbHmOCA Have you applied? Let us know in Comments below ABP Network #IPO #SEBI #NSE #SME #publiclisting

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JioCinema, the streaming platform run by India's Reliance Industries Limited, on Thursday cut prices of its premium offering to as low as 29 rupees a month, heating up competition for Netflix and Amazon. Reliance runs multiple TV channels and JioCinema streaming app through its media unit Viacom18 Media Private Limited and has a sizeable hold over India's $28-billion media and entertainment market. An advertisement-free version would start at an introductory price of 29 rupees per month for streaming on a single device and go up to 89 rupees for a "Family" plan to stream on four simultaneous devices, JioCinema said in a statement. Lower prices would place JioCinema in a stronger footing to compete with Netflix and Amazon after an agreement with The Walt Disney Company to merge India TV and streaming assets, and content deals with the likes of Warner Bros Discovery, opens new tab and NBCUniversal. With Aditya Kalra for Reuters :

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#NewsUpdate 🚨: upGrad Cofounder & MD Mayank Kumar Launches BorderPlus The platform intends to connect blue-collar talent force with global opportunities.    BorderPlus cofounders Mayank Kumar and Ayush Mathur, reunited to create BorderPlus after a decade since their experience at Parthenon Group. Key points 👇 🎯 Ayush & Mayank will work towards redefining cross-border mobility, starting with the healthcare sector in Germany. In the next phase of expansion, the startup aims to include retail, logistics, hospitality, construction etc sectors. 🎯 BorderPlus will initially focus on identifying global opportunities within healthcare and building streamlined processes. 🎯 “Ayush and I have also strategically divided our geographical responsibilities to maximize impact—Ayush is concentrating on addressing global workforce needs, while I oversee talent acquisition in India,” said Mayank. #Hrtechstartup #healthcarehiring #bluecollarjobs #startuphiring #startupfounders #globalrecruitment #stoptalentmigration #Indianstartups

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New Delhi-based venture capital firm growX ventures, focused on B2B and DeepTech, has launched Fund II with a target of ₹400 crore ($47.1 million). The firm plans to support both early-stage and early-growth-stage companies such as semiconductors, defence-tech, spacetech, alternate materials and advanced manufacturing, fintech, healthtech, and supply chain/logistics over the next two to three years. The first investment will be up to ₹10 crore in seed rounds and ₹20-30 crore in Series B rounds. Ashish Taneja To share your startup information write us on - [email protected] For Startup funding reach out us at: https://lnkd.in/gqwTnHME Join Our Whatsapp Channel To Get The Latest Updates & News: https://lnkd.in/esJEFzan #GrowXventure #news #startup #funding #fundraising #venturecapital

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Startup Central | ThinKuvate: Bolstering tech-enabled startups Addison Appu, Partner at ThinKuvate, sheds light on the latest ₹100 cr fund, 'glocal' approach, key sectors in focus and more Avanne Dubash Addison Appu

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Meet Venture Crafters, a micro venture capital (micro VC) firm where ex-founders are looking to redefine early-stage investing in South and Southeast Asia. In this candid conversation with founding partners Abhinav Krishna, Ayush Bharti, and Ivy Huq Russell, we get an inside look at how their experiences as entrepreneurs shape their unique "founders first" investment approach, everything Micro VC, how VC makes investment decisions, raising money, and building successful companies. This interview is particularly valuable for: Early-stage founders looking to understand what investors care about beyond the pitch deck Entrepreneurs in South and Southeast Asia seeking insights into raising capital at the earliest stages Anyone interested in the idea of micro VC and how the micro VC model is evolving to fill critical gaps in startup funding The partners share refreshingly honest perspectives on everything from Venture Crafters thesis to common founder mistakes to their hands-on investment philosophy to what separates successful companies from the ones that fail. You'll learn how VCs generally make investment decisions, the most underrated founder traits, what makes a great pitch, what VCs look for in startups, why the future belongs to AI-native companies with lean teams, why they're not afraid to get calls when things aren't going well, and how they're democratizing access to angel investing. What makes this conversation special is the distinct position of Venture Crafters partners. They're not just investors writing checks, but former founders who've been in the trenches themselves. Their insights provide a deep understanding of both sides of the table, offering a unique lens on building successful startups in emerging markets. Please enjoy our conversation with Abhinav Krishna, Ayush Bharti, and Ivy Huq Russell.

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💼Company: Oister Global 💰Funding: $53 million ⚡Round: New Round 👥Investors: Oister Global A new $53 million fund has been launched by investment firm Oister Global to support innovations in both #developing technology-led and consumption-driven industries. The new Oister India Pinnacle Fund will seek investments in fund houses spanning early (pre-Series A, Series A), growth (Series B, C), and late-stage (Series D onwards) #venturecapital and private equity funds, the business said in a statement. The fund contains a Rs 190-crore greenshoe option.  Arpit Sethi Yashveer Yadav Himanshu Periwal Mayank Singh Sandeepa Vig Read more - https://lnkd.in/dTZcew-k To share your startup story write us on - [email protected] #OisterGlobal #FundingNews #Investment #Technology #EquityFirm #Industries

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In a free-wheeling chat, Jyotiswarup Pai Raiturkar, CTO & Deepak Chandani, Chief Data Officer, Angel One delve deep into the company's "Super App" that is witnessing 3 million active users on a daily basis and the tech stack powering the platform. Do watch this exclusive conversation with these 2 industry thought leaders!!!

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vHub.ai has recently closed its seed funding round with the participation of z21 Ventures and the government-backed Start Up India Seed Fund Scheme, alongside early angel investors. Although the exact funding amount remains undisclosed, this influx of capital is poised to propel vHub.ai's mission of revolutionizing the influencer marketing landscape through cutting-edge AI technologies. The funds will primarily fuel enhancements in influencer discovery analytics and enable more precise brand-influencer engagements. Sachin Modi, CEO of vHub.ai, expressed excitement about the partnership with Z21 Ventures, highlighting how this funding validates their vision and accelerates their innovations, aiming to make influencer marketing as measurable and reliable as traditional digital marketing. Since its inception, vHub.ai has experienced substantial growth, boasting a network of over 40,000 influencers and collaborations with over a hundred brands. The fresh funds will further bolster the company's technological capabilities to serve a growing clientele and to expand its footprint into international markets. The influencer marketing industry, currently valued at over $13.8 billion globally, faces challenges like influencer authenticity and optimizing campaign ROI. vHub.ai's AI-driven Software as a Service (SaaS) platform directly addresses these challenges by providing deeper insights into audience behaviors across major platforms such as Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn. Over the next three years, the company plans to introduce additional features, aiming to scale its services to cater to thousands more brands and extend its presence into key international markets. #vhubai #funding #fundingalert #fundraiseralert #influencermarketing #marketing #ai #artificialintelligence #digitalmarketing #instagram #youtube #linkedin #marketing #allboutcorps

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As quoted by Chintan Antani, VP, Seed and Acceleration at IIMA Ventures, 'The first four months of this calendar year have been better both in terms of pipeline and the deal announcements quarter-on-quarter.' With a slow but gradual impact, Indian startups recorded $726 million in funding across 68 deals in April, compared to $298 million in 43 deals in April 2023 - a spike of about 144 percent. This indicates a shift from the previous funding winter scenario. While investors continued to evaluate startups throughout 2023, a majority of the deals did not close. 'We were frozen in a wait-and-watch mode. Now we're getting back into the deployment cycle again,' noted Chintan. Read more here - https://lnkd.in/gsfZ8MAZ #IIMAVentures #FundingWinter #AprilUpdates #April2024 #Investments #Startups #Funding Priyanka Agarwal Chopra | Vipul Patel | Chintan Antani

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'Proptech Startup Spintly Raises Rs 3.5 Crore in Extended Seed Round' Proptech startup Spintly has raised Rs 3.5 crore in an extended seed funding round led by Spyre VC, along with participation from Accel India, Chakra Growth Fund, Alumni Ventures, and Doctor Technology. The company had previously raised $5.36 million from Letsventure, Riso Capital, Sucseed Indovation, and Accel Nest. Spintly Rohin Parkar Malcolm Dsouza READ MORE: https://lnkd.in/g_mX_Cru

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✨ Our Managing Partner, Jatin Desai, shares his insights with Entrepreneur India on the current landscape of seed funding in India. He states how the 'Startup India' initiative has significantly influenced investor sentiment towards tech startups, particularly at the seed-stage level. 💼 Dive deeper into Jatin’s insights by reading the full article on Entrepreneur India! #inflexorventures #innovation #seedfunding #seed #funding #venturecapital #india https://lnkd.in/gMaKnaav

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FUNDING NEWS AppsForBharat, the parent of the SriMandir App, has raised $18m led by Nandan Nilekani's investment firm The Fundamentum Partnership In Decoding Bharat last month, an Accel in India, SeedToScale and CNBC-TV18 show, I spoke to Prashant Sachan, the founder, to understand their interesting business model and possibilities in India's "Devotion market" Do watch this insightful episode on how founders are building unique apps for Bharat and succeeding here.

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Stride Ventures is taking a giant leap forward with the launch of its fourth fund, targeting a corpus of $300 million – its largest domestic fund yet! 🚀 Founders Apoorva Sharma and Ishpreet Singh Gandhi continue to lead the way in empowering India's startup ecosystem, surpassing $1 billion in venture debt commitments. This milestone underscores the growing recognition of venture debt as a transformative enabler for sustainable growth. From startups like BlueStone, Upstox, and Ola Electric to sectors driving innovation, Stride Ventures remains a key partner in their journeys. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/gKh2u_jH #venturedebt #startupfunding #strideventures #startupindia #indianstartupecosystem #entrepreneurship #innovation #venturecapital #startupstory

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Sustainiam, a Noida-based climate tech startup, has raised $1.45 million in its first funding round. This fresh capital will enable Sustainiam to launch a digital platform for trading environmental assets, scale its workforce, and expand its global operations. Founded in 2023 by Sapna Nijhawan and Pranav B., Sustainiam offers a comprehensive solution for corporate emissions, from reporting to redemption. The platform allows users to discover and purchase carbon credits with real-time settlements and provides key services such as API integration and climate finance. Read more about Sustainiam's future plan: https://lnkd.in/gPUDS8Px #Sustainiam #Investment #StartupFunding #FundingNews #GreenTech #StartupIndia

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PW (PhysicsWallah) has successfully raised $210 million in its Series B funding round, with Hornbill Capital leading the way. With the participation of Lightspeed Venture Partners, GSV Ventures, and WestBridge Capital, this funding has propelled the company's valuation to an impressive $2.8 billion. As the EdTech sector begins to recover from a funding dip, PW (PhysicsWallah) is charging ahead with ambitious plans for expansion. The fresh capital will be used to set up micro-hubs across India, bringing accessible education closer to students’ homes. Founded by Alakh Pandey (PhysicsWallah) in 2016, PW has grown from strength to strength, with revenue up 2.5x in FY24 and big goals for FY25. The future looks bright for this EdTech unicorn! Read more about their journey and growth plans: https://lnkd.in/gUeyiNc8 #Edtech #PhysicsWallah #FundingNews #Innovation #Education #Growth #Startups #Kalpway

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Zopper raises $25 Mn in Series D funding. The round is co-led by Elevation Capital, Dharana Capital and Blume Ventures. Mayank Gupta Mridul Arora #Zopper #FundingNews #SeriesDRound #StartupGrowth #VentureCapital #TechInnovation #BusinessUpdates #MarketingNews

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The Circle FC led Indian startups to South Korea’s COMEUP 2024 from December 9–14, 2024: 1️⃣ Startups included Bversity School of Bioscience, Aspire India, Adgcraft, One of the Most Trusted PR Agencies in India, Hana Advisors India Private Limited, KlugKlug , Dubverse.ai, and Nimble Vision . 2️⃣ Delegates competed in the Global Community Pitching event alongside startups from 15 countries. 3️⃣ The India Pavilion was supported by DPIIT and Startup India, showcasing India’s innovation potential. 4️⃣ Startups engaged in targeted B2B meetings with global VCs, corporates, and accelerators. 5️⃣ The event enabled strategic networking and exploration of South Korea’s innovation ecosystem. 6️⃣ Nemesisa Ujjain, VP & Head of The Circle FC, emphasized the importance of South Korea as a gateway for Asia-Pacific expansion. Read The Full Article Here: https://lnkd.in/gGemcuFd #EntrepreneurshipStudio #TheCircleFC #ComeUp2024

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Innovations Venture Studio Invests in NewsReach India, India's Leading PR Tech Platform Innovations Venture Studio, a premier investment firm focused on early-stage technology investments, today announced a significant investment in NewsReach, India's groundbreaking press release distribution platform. The capital infusion will allow NewsReach to rapidly scale its proprietary technology, expand its market footprint, and solidify its position as the nation's preeminent solution for maximising brand visibility and digital presence. NewsReach is a company that provides huge PR support to individuals and businesses across various industries, including startups, philanthropic organisations, entertainment, and FMCG brands. With over 1,550 satisfied clients, NewsReach aims to connect advertisers with the right audience in the right location. Read the full article here - https://lnkd.in/dJp46ADa Darshan Shah #innovations #investment #PR #startups #news #prplatform #expansion #funding #growth #technology #philanthropic #branding #advertising

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