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Breaking the chain barriers, Lumos Lab’s concludes its flagship hackathon with 33 winners

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Top 33 projects from 376 submissions win from a pool of $100,000+ funding pool along with additional grants and bounties from Unstoppable Domain The #BUIDL for Web3 Hack 2022, the flagship multi-chain hackathon by Lumos Labs, announced its winning projects across 14 tracks defined by over 11 leading players from the web3 space including NFT, metaverse, gaming, decentralized finance, decentralized applications, and more. Launched in September by Lumos Labs, a Web3.0 ecosystem enabler building a developer-centric Metaverse, the Hackathon is … Continue reading “Breaking the chain barriers, Lumos Lab’s concludes its flagship hackathon with 33 winners“

Inflection Point Ventures leads the early fundraising for Creanovation Technologies in the Edtech space

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The 2.0 Million USD in funding for Creanovation Technologies in the Edtech sector is being led by Inflection Point Ventures. धne of the fastest growing digital transformation enablers, serving educational institutions – Creanovation Technologies Private Limited (CTPL), has secured 2 million USD, as a mix of dilutive & non-dilutive capital by Inflection Point Ventures (IPV) & Recur Club. Ankur Mittal, Co-founder & COO, Inflection Point Ventures said “CTPL is unlocking immense value for educational institutions by capitalising on the huge void … Continue reading “Inflection Point Ventures leads the early fundraising for Creanovation Technologies in the Edtech space“

BYD India Inaugurates its Passenger Vehicle Showroom in Pune

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The world’s leading new energy vehicle manufacturer BYD inaugurated its passenger vehicle showroom in Pune, second showroom in Maharashtra Region. The showroom located in Naylor Road is run & managed by Bavaria BYD. The showroom was inaugurated by Mr. Vishal Agarwal, Dealer Principal, Bavaria BYD, Mr. Sanjay Gopalakrishnan, Senior Vice President of Electric Passenger Vehicle Business, BYD India, in the presence of senior officials of BYD India, Bavaria BYD and customers. Bavaria BYD will provide access to BYD’s pure electric … Continue reading “BYD India Inaugurates its Passenger Vehicle Showroom in Pune“

Sa-Dhan – NextGen Tie-Up to “Build for Bharat” on financial inclusion

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Sa-Dhan, the largest and the oldest association of microfinance institutions and Delhi based fintech solutions provider NextGen join hands to bring digital micro finance solutions to millions of feature phone users, which is around 45 percent of the mobile phone using population and about 94 million beneficiaries under the MFI ecosystem. “Micro finance institutions have their presence in over 600 districts in India and there is a need to bring in technology-based solutions to reduce the operational costs for these … Continue reading “Sa-Dhan – NextGen Tie-Up to “Build for Bharat” on financial inclusion“

Impactsure now available on Temenos Exchange

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Sees great opportunity to offer its AI/ML powered document analytics solution to Temenos’ 3,000 banking customers across 150 countries Impactsure Technologies (Impactsure), an Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) powered document analytics SaaS company for Banks and Enterprises, announced the availability of its Secure Unified Responsive Engine (SURE)-based SureMatch platform on Temenos Exchange, the open market place for fintech solutions. Temenos is the digital and core banking solution provider for prominent global banks. SureMatch helps automate manually intensive and error-prone processes that … Continue reading “Impactsure now available on Temenos Exchange“

Vayana Network begins operations of its ITFS platform, Vayana TradeXchange (VTX)

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Initiates the first transaction in partnership with Volo Fin Pte. Ltd. (VoloFin) Vayana TradeXchange is aiming to do over USD 100 million worth of transactions in the first quarter of operation Vayana TradeXchange, the International Trade Financing Services (ITFS) platform facilitating cross-border trade finance under the supervision of the International Financial Services Centre Authority (IFSCA), GIFT City, announced the completion and disbursement of its first set of export financing transactions. Vayana TradeXchange (VTX) is built and operated by Vayana (IFSC) Pvt … Continue reading “Vayana Network begins operations of its ITFS platform, Vayana TradeXchange (VTX)”

Utkarsh launches new wing centered on Engineering Exams

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As part of its goal of offering quality and accessible education to all, Jodhpur-based Utkarsh Classes has launched a dedicated wing for engineering exams at its new center located at Metro Pillar No. 66, Near Gujar Ki Thadi, Gopalpura Bypass Road in Jaipur. The wing will incorporate students preparing for engineering jobs in the government sector. This includes preparation for multiple engineering focused exams such as SSC-JE, RRB-JE, GATE, State AE/JE exams & all-other engineering exams. Students can prepare for … Continue reading “Utkarsh launches new wing centered on Engineering Exams“

ANN LICATER, THE NEW AGE RECORDING ARTIST & WORLD FLUTIST, RELEASES NEW ALBUM, WHISPERS FROM EARTH

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This is indie label Cul de Sac Mystic Productions Sixth Solo Album Release Featuring Licater’s Flute Passages for Meditation and Inspiration https://annlicater.hearnow.com Fifteen years after the release of Ann Licater’s breakthrough debut solo wood and clay flute album Following the Call, she again returns to her roots with a focus on solo-inspired compositions that evoke stillness and peace inspired by walks in the natural world. Whispers from Earth is the sixth album on the artist’s independent record label Cul de Sac … Continue reading “ANN LICATER, THE NEW AGE RECORDING ARTIST & WORLD FLUTIST, RELEASES NEW ALBUM, WHISPERS FROM EARTH”

6 months after raising $1.5 million in Pre-Seed, YC backed Explorex raises $5 million in Seed round

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Explorex will use this fresh round of capital towards product development and market expansion activities Explorex, a startup catering to the restaurant industry has raised $5 million in a seed round of funding six months after announcing their Pre-Seed round from prominent angel investors based out of Silicon Valley. Explorex will use this funding round towards product development and growth-related activities which will include expansion in metros like Mumbai and Delhi. This round was led by Taher Savliwala – Super … Continue reading “6 months after raising $1.5 million in Pre-Seed, YC backed Explorex raises $5 million in Seed round”

Arvog announces Investment Plans in Vyapaar Vistaar Tech Private Limited, a futuristic tech-based distribution start-up

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Arvog Finance (Finkurve Financial Services Limited) is an advanced, rapidly-growing smart-tech-enabled diversified finance and venture growth investment company that has been recognized for lending simple yet relevant Finance and Leisure products and services. The brand’s approach is to provide a varied set of offerings through partnerships with well-known and significant industry players who share an alike vision. Arvog has been tactically making use of its venture arm for investments in the Indian start-up space, aiding and contributing towards the progression … Continue reading “Arvog announces Investment Plans in Vyapaar Vistaar Tech Private Limited, a futuristic tech-based distribution start-up”

B2B Commerce player Peel Works to procure 100 EVs for its distribution business

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The replacement of traditional fossil fuel commercial vehicles with EVs is part of the business remodeling exercise. The Company is in conversation with Piaggio, Tata Motors, Mahindra, and Greaves for procuring the vehicles The B2B Commerce player Peel Works is in advanced conversations with four manufacturers to procure 100 EVs for its distribution business. The firm was operating in 25 cities earlier and recently remodelled its business to scale rapidly with sustainable economics. The replacement of traditional fossil fuel commercial … Continue reading “B2B Commerce player Peel Works to procure 100 EVs for its distribution business”

Simpl partners with Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters to elevate online customer experience through Pay-in-3 and seamless checkout

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Simpl and Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters’ alliance to provide customers with a hassle-free deferred payment option.Simpl, India’s favourite checkout partner – said it has tied up with Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters, India’s largest and fastest-growing specialty coffee brand, to offer seamless checkout solutions. With this strategic partnership, both companies take a significant step in empowering consumers across the country with complete payment solutions and enhancing their coffee experience. Simpl’s Pay-in-3 option with its interest-free payment period is available to Blue Tokai customers … Continue reading “Simpl partners with Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters to elevate online customer experience through Pay-in-3 and seamless checkout”

Ambuja Cement Foundation’s Industrial Training Institute at Chandrapur, Maharashtra recognized as Best Industrial Training Institute

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Managed by Ambuja Cement Foundation, CSR arm of Ambuja Cements, under its Skill and Entrepreneurship Development Programme The Foundation has imparted skill training to over 88,000 youth with a placement rate of 76% from rural and semi urban areas Ambuja Pvt. Industrial Training Institute, run by Ambuja Cement Foundation, CSR arm of Ambuja Cements, at Chandrapur, Maharashtra was awarded with the Best Industrial Training Institute (ITI) by the Directorate of Vocational Education and Training. The Skill Development & Entrepreneurship Department, … Continue reading “Ambuja Cement Foundation’s Industrial Training Institute at Chandrapur, Maharashtra recognized as Best Industrial Training Institute”

75 Switch EiV 12 buses flagged off in Bengaluru; part of 300 strong electric bus order

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· First of Switch EiV 12 bus order hits Bengaluru city roads · Switch Mobility will supply, operate and maintain 300 Switch EiV 12 standard electric buses · Switch EiV 12 is equipped with advanced lithium-ion NMC chemistry Switch Mobility Ltd (‘Switch’), the next-generation carbon neutral electric bus and light commercial vehicle company, today announced that 75 Switch EiV 12 buses were flagged off at Vidhana Soudha by Shri. Basavaraj Bommai, Hon’ble Chief Minister, Government of Karnataka. These new technologically, advanced electric buses are … Continue reading “75 Switch EiV 12 buses flagged off in Bengaluru; part of 300 strong electric bus order”

Switch Mobility and Chalo join hands for deploying 5,000 electric buses across India

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· First-of-a-kind strategic collaboration between Switch Mobility and Chalo for deployment of 5,000 state-of-the-art electric buses across India. · The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed for an initial period of three years. · The buses will be deployed across metros and other cities that Chalo is present in. Switch Mobility Ltd. (‘Switch’), the next-generation carbon neutral electric bus and light commercial vehicle company and Chalo, India’s leading transport technology company, today announced that they have entered into a strategic collaboration for … Continue reading “Switch Mobility and Chalo join hands for deploying 5,000 electric buses across India”

Amara Raja Batteries reports 39% increase in Revenues over previous year in Q1 of FY23

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Amara Raja Batteries Limited, India’s leading Industrial and Automotive Battery major reported profit before tax of ₹ 176.96 Crores for Q1 of FY 23 which is a growth of 33% over the previous quarter. The Earnings per Share (EPS) for Q1 of FY 23 was at ₹ 7.70. Standalone financial performance highlights: (₹ in crores) Particulars Quarter Ended June 30, 2022 June 30, 2021 Revenue from operations 2,620.00 1,885.86 Profit before tax 176.96 167.04 The company witnessed robust demand in the … Continue reading “Amara Raja Batteries reports 39% increase in Revenues over previous year in Q1 of FY23”

WOOT FACTOR HOSTS THE 6TH EDITION OF THE GODREJ VIKHROLI CUCINA AND FOOD BLOGGER ASSOCIATION OF INDIA’S ICONIC INDIA FOOD BLOGGERS AWARDS (IFBA) 2022

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WOOT Factor Brands Architects – an experiential, strategic communication and an event company – ideated, conceptualized and executed the 6th edition of India Food Bloggers Awards(IFBA) 2022, organised jointly by food platform – Godrej Vikhroli Cucina and Food Blogger Association of India (FBAI). The event aimed to target bloggers, media, and chefs with assistance from various fun and engaging activities. Held at the exclusive Jio World Drive in BKC at the Nine Dine area, the event’s primary concept was to drive … Continue reading “WOOT FACTOR HOSTS THE 6TH EDITION OF THE GODREJ VIKHROLI CUCINA AND FOOD BLOGGER ASSOCIATION OF INDIA’S ICONIC INDIA FOOD BLOGGERS AWARDS (IFBA) 2022”

Cashfree Payments launches GSTIN Verification to help businesses verify GSTIN of vendors and partners

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● In addition to GSTIN Verification, Cashfree Payments enables authentication of bank accounts, PAN, UPI, IFSC, and Aadhaar as part of its Verification Suite Leading payments and API banking solutions company, Cashfree Payments announced that it has launched GSTIN Verification as a part of its Verification suite. This feature is an addition to the authentication suite that allows verification of Bank accounts, Aadhar, PAN, UPI, and IFSC. Cashfree Payments’ GSTIN verification will enable businesses to verify the identity of vendors and partners in … Continue reading “Cashfree Payments launches GSTIN Verification to help businesses verify GSTIN of vendors and partners”

Zipteams raises $700,000 in seed funding led by IndiaQuotient, to continue focus on deep conversational intelligence for inside sales teams

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The funding will enable Zipteams to further strengthen their engineering and machine learning teams to accelerate product development and expand footprints across India and US Zipteams, a leading conversational intelligence platform for inside sales and customer success teams, today announced the successful closure of $700K seed funding led by IndiaQuotient and a group of angel investors. Zipteams uses AI to make customer conversations more contextual, engaging, and fruitful by enabling sales teams to bring the right data points to their … Continue reading “Zipteams raises $700,000 in seed funding led by IndiaQuotient, to continue focus on deep conversational intelligence for inside sales teams”

Simpl partners with Nicobar to enable Pay-in-3

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Pay-in-3 empowers customers to shop with ease and pay later in 3 easy equal installments at no extra charge Simpl, India’s leading 1-click checkout network, has announced a partnership with Nicobar, a popular Indian lifestyle brand with products ranging across clothing, home, and travel. This association offers Nicobar’s customers a split payment option through Simpl’s Pay-in-3 feature. ‘Pay-in-3’ is a unique offering from the Simpl product family that benefits D2C brands such as Nicobar. It comes with a host of value-added features … Continue reading “Simpl partners with Nicobar to enable Pay-in-3”