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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’”

Omega Seiki Mobility signs MoU with Jae Sung Tech Co., LTD, Korea for manufacturing EV Powertrains in India

Startuppr January 6, 2022January 6, 2022Electric Vehicles Leave a comment

New Made-in-India powertrain will revolutionise the three-wheeler market in the country with never before seen efficiency and thermal management Omega Seiki Mobility (OSM) and JAE SUNG Tech Co., LTD, a leading Korean EV powertrain maker, today announced a strategic partnership to manufacture electric powertrains in India. As a part of this partnership, the two companies will be forming a new Joint Venture – OSM JAE SUNG Tech Co., LTD. The all-electric Ra314 powertrain will be the first product and will find its … Continue reading “Omega Seiki Mobility signs MoU with Jae Sung Tech Co., LTD, Korea for manufacturing EV Powertrains in India”

Fractal announces US$ 360 million investment from TPG

Startuppr January 5, 2022January 5, 2022Funding News Leave a comment

TPG, a leading global alternative asset firm, and Fractal (fractal.ai), a global provider of artificial intelligence and advanced analytics solutions to Fortune 500® companies, today announced that they have signed a definitive investment agreement. TPG is investing US$ 360 million (about INR 2700 crores) in Fractal through TPG Capital Asia, the firm’s Asia-focused private equity platform, in a transaction that includes a combination of primary investment and secondary share purchase from Funds advised by Apax, who will remain a major shareholder following the … Continue reading “Fractal announces US$ 360 million investment from TPG”

KFC India marks World Braille Day with Braille-enabled Menus across Restaurants

Startuppr January 4, 2022January 4, 2022Event Leave a comment

Takes forward the brand’s pledge to build a diverse & inclusive community Taking forward the brand’s commitment towards Diversity, Equality & Inclusion, KFC India today launched braille-enabled menus at its restaurants. To commemorate World Braille Day on 4th January, the menus are being rolled out across restaurants starting in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Bengaluru, and have been designedin collaboration with the National Association for the Blind (India). A first of its kind initiative by a QSR brand, the menus will be available across 500+ restaurants in the country over the coming weeks. These menus are designed to aid … Continue reading “KFC India marks World Braille Day with Braille-enabled Menus across Restaurants”

Indian travellers to Ukraine can now enroll biometrics at a VFS Global Visa Application Centre

Startuppr January 4, 2022January 4, 2022General Leave a comment

Ukraine Ministry of Foreign Affairs extends its mandate with VFS Global Customers can visit a VFS Global centre in seven cities across India to submitbiometrics VFS Global’s services on behalf of the Ukraine Ministry of Foreign Affairs has now extended to include biometric enrolments for Indian customers. Travellers can now visit the VFS Global Visa Application Centres in New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru and Hyderabad by prior appointment for the complete visa application process. VFS Global has been … Continue reading “Indian travellers to Ukraine can now enroll biometrics at a VFS Global Visa Application Centre”

Lumos Labs and IoTeX Hackathon India 2021 Winners Share Passion For Innovative Blockchain Solutions

Startuppr January 4, 2022January 4, 2022Tech Leave a comment

IoTeX, a leading decentralized, scalable, and EVM-compatible blockchain network for real-world dApps and digital assets, announced the winners of the three-month-long, IoTeX Hackathon India 2021 launched in partnership with Lumos Labs. The top 4 solutions, Pebble DAO, PolyCraft, Neurodema, and VantaGreen will receive $2000, $1500, $1000, and $600 respectively. Along with these, Pollution Free Map Routing received an additional grant prize of $250 as well as an exclusive “MachineFi” NFT for the best idea of the Hackathon and Breezer received … Continue reading “Lumos Labs and IoTeX Hackathon India 2021 Winners Share Passion For Innovative Blockchain Solutions”

Innoviti Raises Rs. 80 Cr. in a First Close in Ongoing Series D Round

Startuppr January 4, 2022January 4, 2022Funding News Leave a comment

(Valuation multiplies 2.5X as company approaches profitability) Series D funding, a mix of debt and equity, was carried out by Trifecta Debt Fund, Patni Advisors, andBessemer Venture Partners. Sanjoy Bhattacharya, the doyen amongst value investors, Bharat Jaisinghani, and a clutch of other individual investors also participated in the same. Innoviti’s valuation has multiplied 2.5X from its Series C round closed a few months back. Innoviti enables businesses to collaborate on payment transactions and turn them into purchase tools that are … Continue reading “Innoviti Raises Rs. 80 Cr. in a First Close in Ongoing Series D Round”

FLO MOBILITY bags $ 400K Funding in round led by DevX Venture Fund, Venture Garage Angels & Blume Founder Fund

Startuppr December 20, 2021December 20, 2021Funding News Leave a comment

⮚ Funding will be used to expand the network in India ⮚ Company to foray into Europe, USA, Middle East & East Asian markets ⮚ Build Tech capabilities and recruit aggressively Flo Mobility, a vision-based autonomous technology company, today announced that it has raised $400K from DevX Venture Fund, Venture Garage Angels, Blume Founders Fund and other marquee angels. The company’s stated vision is to build a universal autonomy platform that can bring autonomous capabilities to vehicles across industries and form factors. The company … Continue reading “FLO MOBILITY bags $ 400K Funding in round led by DevX Venture Fund, Venture Garage Angels & Blume Founder Fund”

Techurate implements e-banking for Nagpur Nagarik Sahakari Bank

Startuppr December 15, 2021December 15, 2021Tech Leave a comment

· Enhanced Customers experience Techurate Systems Pvt Ltd, a Global Smart Banking technology company has implemented digital services for The Nagpur Nagarik Sahakari Bank. Techurate’s Digital Banking SaaS (Software-as-a-Service) offering is designed as an accessible solution to help banks to modernize their operations. Designed specifically for the banking sector, the platform has already seen adoption by banks in Africa and The Middle East. The cost-effective SaaS offering by Techurate is designed to help banks reduce cost, drive operational efficiencies, and deliver … Continue reading “Techurate implements e-banking for Nagpur Nagarik Sahakari Bank”