Startuppr | - Part 19

Ankur Sharma to be part of Instamojo’s founding team, named co-founder

Startuppr February 3, 2022February 3, 2022General Leave a comment

Will play a key role in building and growing Instamojo’s E-commerce product line including online store builder and smart pages Instamojo, a leading eCommerce platform for independent business and D2C brands today announced the appointment of Ankur Sharma as the Co-founder of Instamojo. He will play a key role in building and growing Instamojo’s ecommerce product line, including an online store builder and smart pages. Prior to being on-boarded to the founding team, Ankur was the Vice President of Analytics at the firm. He is … Continue reading “Ankur Sharma to be part of Instamojo’s founding team, named co-founder”

Iss baar Ranneeti nahi Rajneeti hogi: MX Player drops the teaser of Raktanchal 2 on Republic Day

Startuppr January 27, 2022January 27, 2022PR Leave a comment

Celebrating India’s 73rd Republic Day on which the Constitution of India came into effect, MX Player released the teaser of its political drama – MX Original Series Raktanchal 2. With Rajneeti at the core of changing equations in Purvanchal, the highly anticipated web series is set in the backdrop of deceit, revenge, bloodshed and power games with new players entering this hinterland story. Iss baar Ranneeti nahi Rajneeti banayega Purvanchal ko Raktanchal, and will give way to a fresh battle … Continue reading “Iss baar Ranneeti nahi Rajneeti hogi: MX Player drops the teaser of Raktanchal 2 on Republic Day”

JSW signs MOU to restore and conserve the iconic David Sassoon Library & Reading Room in Mumbai

Startuppr January 27, 2022January 27, 2022PR Leave a comment

The David Sassoon Library and Reading Room has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with US$ 13 billion JSW Group’s social development arm, JSW Foundation, to restore and conserve the iconic David Sassoon Library at Kala Ghoda in Mumbai. According to the MOU, JSW Foundation shall extend Technical & Financial support towards Conservation, Restoration of the iconic library. JSW has joined hands with Hermes, Kala Ghoda Association, The Consulate General of Israel in Mumbai and others to raise funds for this restoration … Continue reading “JSW signs MOU to restore and conserve the iconic David Sassoon Library & Reading Room in Mumbai”

Raghunath Subramanian joins Actyv.ai as Global CEO

Startuppr January 27, 2022January 27, 2022PR Leave a comment

Raghunath Subramanian joins Actyv.ai, an Enterprise SaaS platform with BNPL for B2B embedded, as the Co-Founder, Global CEO and Executive Chairman. Raghu has been an early investor in the company and will bring in technology, entrepreneurial and corporate expertise in his new role. He will be leading Actyv.ai’s journey to take the BNPL x AI platform to Enterprises, SMBs and Banks / Financial Institutions across the world. With more than two decades of experience in technology, Raghu has been a … Continue reading “Raghunath Subramanian joins Actyv.ai as Global CEO”

Young Indian Female Founder Aims to Connect the World using Internet Connectivity based Decentralized Economy

Startuppr January 25, 2022January 25, 2022Tech Leave a comment

Her start-up, The GIANT protocol, is transforming bandwidth into a global, digital asset. The project has collectively raised $5M+ A new start-up is making waves in Silicon Valley ever since it made its public debut in November last year. The company is the brainchild of Suruchi Gupta, a passionate Indian Female Founder, who got her start by winning hackathons after emigrating to the US to pursue her Masters in Computer Science less than a decade ago. Suruchi wanted to pursue … Continue reading “Young Indian Female Founder Aims to Connect the World using Internet Connectivity based Decentralized Economy”

KINETIC GREEN AND GLOBAL EV GIANT, AIMA, PARTNER TO CO-DEVELOP ELECTRIC TWO-WHEELERS FOR INDIA

Startuppr January 25, 2022January 25, 2022Electric Vehicles Leave a comment

ANNOUNCE SIGNING OF TECHNICAL COLLABORATION AND ROADMAP TO EXPLORE A JOINT VENTURE Kinetic Green Energy & Power Solutions, India’s leading EV company, has today announced that they are entering into a collaboration with global electric vehicle giant, Aima Technology Group, to co-design and develop electric two wheelers for the growing Indian market. Kinetic and Aima have entered into a long-term collaboration to co-develop electric 2-wheeled vehicles for Indian consumers. Aima shall assist Kinetic with design, and support for modifications and … Continue reading “KINETIC GREEN AND GLOBAL EV GIANT, AIMA, PARTNER TO CO-DEVELOP ELECTRIC TWO-WHEELERS FOR INDIA”

Advent International to Acquire Controlling Stake in Avra Laboratories From Dr A V Rama Rao & Family

Startuppr January 24, 2022January 24, 2022PR Leave a comment

· Investment builds on Advent’s expertise in the pharmaceuticals sector, having invested in over 20 businesses in pharmaceutical R&D, production, and distribution · Transaction is Advent’s fifth investment in India over the past 12 months Advent International (“Advent”), one of the largest and most experienced global private equity investors, today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement with Dr A V Rama Rao, a distinguished scientist, Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri awardee, and his family to acquire a controlling stake in Avra … Continue reading “Advent International to Acquire Controlling Stake in Avra Laboratories From Dr A V Rama Rao & Family”

Towards a Greener Future: HDFC Life Launches Sustainable Equity Fund

Startuppr January 24, 2022January 24, 2022Funding News Leave a comment

· Based on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles · Investment in companies with strong ESG practices and scores, reflecting their ability to create sustainable long term value HDFC Life, one of India’s leading life insurers, has launched its Sustainable Equity Fund, currently available with HDFC Life Click 2 Wealth, a unit-linked product. The Company is committed to industry-leading ESG standards that help shape a sustainable future for the communities they serve and create long-term value for all stakeholders. This Sustainable Equity Fund promotes Environmental, Social, … Continue reading “Towards a Greener Future: HDFC Life Launches Sustainable Equity Fund”

Spinny outlook 2022 – Continue to make used car buying and selling a simple and trustworthy experience #WithExtraCare; expand to more than 30 cities by end of this year

Startuppr January 24, 2022January 24, 2022Startups Leave a comment

· With a significant organic growth trajectory driven by customer recommendation in 2021, the company aims continue growth with car ownership services in new cities of the country The automotive consumer behaviour is increasingly being altered by the ongoing pandemic. As health and hygiene concerns take prominence amongst consumers, there is a significant change towards personal mobility & buyers shifting to the digital world. Spinny, a full stack used car buying platform focuses on providing a safe & smooth used car … Continue reading “Spinny outlook 2022 – Continue to make used car buying and selling a simple and trustworthy experience #WithExtraCare; expand to more than 30 cities by end of this year”

Wadhwani Foundation and National Entrepreneurship Network announce the launch of “Wadhwani TakeOff”

Startuppr January 24, 2022January 24, 2022PR Leave a comment

~A program providing aspiring entrepreneurs with an opportunity to learn from the Silicon Valley startup ecosystem~ ~Those shortlisted will get an all-expense-paid trip to Silicon Valley ~ ~The Silicon Valley trip to focus on nurturing the entrepreneurial plans through mentoring by and networking with the very best ~ Wadhwani Foundation and the National Entrepreneurship Network [NEN] today announced the launch of the Wadhwani Takeoff Program, which provides an incredible opportunity for shortlisted startups and entrepreneurs to secure an all-expense-paid trip to … Continue reading “Wadhwani Foundation and National Entrepreneurship Network announce the launch of “Wadhwani TakeOff””

Omega Seiki Mobility and SUN Mobility sign MoU to deploy 10000 Commercial EVs with swappable batteries

Startuppr January 21, 2022January 21, 2022Electric Vehicles Leave a comment

Omega Seiki Mobility (OSM), part of the 5-decade old Anglian Omega Group, has entered into a strategic alliance with Bengaluru based SUN Mobility, a leading EV technology solutions company. The alliance plans to initially launch 10,000 units of OSM Rage+ with smart, swappable batteries across the country. This collaboration will give OSM the access to SUN Mobility’s nationwide network of Swap Points with advanced Quick Interchange Station (QIS’) and real-time visibility via a state-of-the-art, IOT based, end-to-end energy infrastructure management … Continue reading “Omega Seiki Mobility and SUN Mobility sign MoU to deploy 10000 Commercial EVs with swappable batteries”

A sustainable start-up that turns your plastic trash into sustainable wealth

Startuppr January 21, 2022January 21, 2022Plastic Reduction Leave a comment

~ Green India Polymers ushers into the era of sustainable wealth creation ~ Green India Polymers, is a sustainable start-up that keeps a check on the environmental issues caused due to plastic waste by recycling the plastic.The brand ushers into the era of sustainable wealth creation with the production and distribution of PET flakes. The brand is synonymous with bringing value to the world’s leading manufacturers and users of petrochemical products through tailored business solutions and aims to reach USD 8 million by the end of this year. The … Continue reading “A sustainable start-up that turns your plastic trash into sustainable wealth”

Bridging Geographical Barriers For Event Activations Through Technological Integrations

Startuppr January 21, 2022January 21, 2022Startups Leave a comment

Centuries have witnessed that every challenge brings with it a hidden opportunity. The responsibility of identifying, exploring and utilising that opportunity lies with us humans. The biggest issue faced by mankind in the past two years is the outbreak of the CoronaVirus. The spread-out has not only been a serious health hazard but has also significantly altered varied aspects of our lives. From work-from-home, masks, sanitisers to social distancing, humanity has adopted a new set of norms to ensure survival. … Continue reading “Bridging Geographical Barriers For Event Activations Through Technological Integrations”

Redefining cinematic video performance, Panasonic launches Full-Frame Mirrorless Live & Cinema Camera LUMIX BS1H in India

Startuppr January 20, 2022January 20, 2022Tech Leave a comment

~Versatile Box-style Live & Cinema Camera with 24.2MP CMOS Sensor and Dual Native ISO Technology~ ~6K Video, Multiple Recording Modes & Heat Management for Unlimited Video Recording~ Catch the features here <hyperlink to feature video>> Taking the uncompromised imaging experience up a notch, Panasonic India, a leading diversified technology company, today announced the launch of a new full-frame box-style LUMIX Digital Single Lens Mirrorless Camera BS1H in India. The LUMIX BS1H is a perfect synergy of Panasonic’s most advanced technologies, combining the cinema-quality … Continue reading “Redefining cinematic video performance, Panasonic launches Full-Frame Mirrorless Live & Cinema Camera LUMIX BS1H in India”

Travel Camping Startup Moonstone Hammock launches its third campsite at Alibaug

Startuppr January 19, 2022January 19, 2022Startups Leave a comment

Moonstone Hammock, a travel camping startup and a pioneer of Glamping in Mumbai has launched its third campsite in Alibaug, Raigad district, Maharashtra. Launched in 2016, Moonstone Hammock today has three campsites in Maharashtra – Karjat and Pawna and Alibaug. The new campsite consists of 13 glamping tents and 10 ground tents which are spread over about 3 acres of lush lands and situated only 96 kms from Mumbai and 143 kms from Pune. The ideal way to reach here is … Continue reading “Travel Camping Startup Moonstone Hammock launches its third campsite at Alibaug”

Capgemini helps The Nature Conservancy protect at-risk environments in the Mojave Desert using AI

Startuppr January 19, 2022January 19, 2022Tech Leave a comment

The Nevada Chapter of The Nature Conservancy collaborated with Capgemini to effectively reduce negative impacts on the natural world Capgemini today announced its pro bono engagement with the Nevada chapter of The Nature Conservancy. As part of this project, Capgemini has helped identify indicators of landscape and ecosystem degradation in the Mojave Desert, and designed and delivered an AI solution to remotely detect and measure the impact of those indicators across the region. The nearly 47 thousand square miles of the … Continue reading “Capgemini helps The Nature Conservancy protect at-risk environments in the Mojave Desert using AI”

Naario, a Women-owned and Women-led food start-up launches ‘Badloge tabhi toh Badloge’ women empowerment campaign

Startuppr January 17, 2022January 17, 2022Women Entrepreneurs Leave a comment

Provides opportunities to women across India for micro entrepreneurship Naario, India’s 1st woman-led food startup that offers natural and organic products, all pioneered by women has started an initiative “Badloge tabhi to Badloge – The world changes when you change” with a mission to provide entrepreneurial support for women home-makers therebymaking a difference to the society. Naario has launched this campaign to lead by example and take a giant step towards changing the prevalent norms. With the aim of giving back to … Continue reading “Naario, a Women-owned and Women-led food start-up launches ‘Badloge tabhi toh Badloge’ women empowerment campaign”

Healthtech startup Traya raises $2.2 million in pre-Series A funding round, led by Fireside Ventures

Startuppr January 13, 2022January 13, 2022Funding News Leave a comment

Holistic hair care platform Traya has raised $2.2 million in a pre-Series A funding round, led by Fireside Ventures, with participation from existing investors Kae Capital and Whiteboard Capital. Traya has taken upon itself to bring about a change in the hair industry by providing a holistic solution to manage hair loss. The company said it will use the funds to strengthen research and development, build cutting edge technology to personalise the hair growth experience and acquire talent and expand … Continue reading “Healthtech startup Traya raises $2.2 million in pre-Series A funding round, led by Fireside Ventures”

Global tech VC investment in startups hits record high of $675B in 2021; India ranks 3rd with $44.6B after US & China: report

Startuppr January 13, 2022January 13, 2022Funding News Leave a comment

Bengaluru & London among top five cities for VC investment in 2021 – with cities firms raising $25.5B and $18.6 B respectively Bengaluru produces 16 new unicorns during 2021, London 20 Global tech VC investment into startups hit a record level of $675B in 2021, doubling the previous all-time high of $340.6B in 2020. The investments in 2021 were led by the US at $328.8B followed by China at $61.8B and India coming in third with a $44.6B funding into … Continue reading “Global tech VC investment in startups hits record high of $675B in 2021; India ranks 3rd with $44.6B after US & China: report”

ŠKODA AUTO India bets on 2022 to be the ‘Biggest Year’

Startuppr January 6, 2022January 6, 2022PR Leave a comment

in its India operations Continued product offensive through 2022 with 6 launches Aims to triple sales over 2021, setting 2022 as the year for the highest ever sales Targets to increase customer touchpoints by more than 25% in 2022 Will introduce new initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction On track to achieve sales volumes of 1,00,000 units by 2025 India to be amongst the top ten markets for ŠKODA AUTO The year 2022 is slated to be the biggest year for ŠKODA … Continue reading “ŠKODA AUTO India bets on 2022 to be the ‘Biggest Year’”