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09.02.2025 | Designing Dreams: Nancy Tyagi From stitching doll clothes to gracing Cannes, Nancy Tyagi's journey is a masterclass in turning passion into influence — proof that dreams stitched with creativity and p... | Nancy Tyagi's journey into the world of fashion content creation has been nothing short of remarkable. From humble beginnings, she transformed her childhood passion for sewing into a thriving career that has earned her a place among the mos... |
08.02.2025 | The Rise of Women’s Wellness: Nua’s Journey and the Startup Surge | In a world where wellness is the new currency, women’s health brands are carving out their niche. Nua, a wellness brand backed by Bollywood star Deepika Padukone, has recently raised ₹35 crore. This funding round, led by Mirabilis Investmen... |
07.02.2025 | ETtech deals digest: Startups raise $198 million this week, up 65% on-year | ETtech
Startups raised around $198.3 million between February 1 and 7, marking a 65.2% increase compared to the same period last year.
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06.02.2025 | Myntra Gets $81 Mn Infusion From Parent | SUMMARY
Myntra has reportedly received an infusion of $81 Mn (around INR 709 Cr) from its parent entity Flipkart
According to an ET report, this was an internal cash transfer recorded in November 2024
This follows Flipkart's reported infusi... |
06.02.2025 | Myntra secures $81 million fund infusion from parent Flipkart | ETtechNandita Sinha, CEO, Myntra
Online fashion retailer Myntra has received an $81-million fund infusion from its parent firm Flipkart – at a time when the company is pushing its quick delivery offering for apparel.
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05.02.2025 | Mensa Brands’ FY24 Loss Narrows 31% To INR 156 Cr | SUMMARY
The startup saw its operating revenue increase 11.6% to INR 557.66 Cr during the year under review from INR 499.63 Cr in FY23
Along with the increase in its top line, Mensa Brands managed to trim its total expenses by 7% to INR 712.... |
28.01.2025 | The Rise of Indian Fashion Startups: A New Era of Empowerment and Sustainability | In the bustling world of fashion, two Indian startups are weaving a narrative of empowerment and sustainability. Krvvy and Dressfolk are not just brands; they are movements. They embody the spirit of modern Indian women and the rich heritag... |
27.01.2025 | Handloom Fashion Brand Dressfolk Secures Funding to Scale Indian Craftsmanship Globally In FY24, Dressfolk achieved nearly 200 per cent growth, supported by a network of over 800 weavers and 120 artis... | In a move to boost India's burgeoning handloom sector, Dressfolk, a handloom clothing brand, has raised fresh funding. The round was led by Eternal Capital and included participation from other D2C entrepreneurs such as Ghazal Alagh, founde... |
25.01.2025 | Krvvy raised Rs 6.1 Cr Pre-seed funding from Titan Capital, All In Capital | Titan Capital and All In Capital co-led the pre-seed round for D2C lingerie brand Krvvy, a cutting-edge functional innerwear and shapewear brand for women, which raised Rs 6.1 crore, or roughly $705K.
The round also included participation f... |
21.01.2025 | D2C skincare brand Foxtale raised $30 M funding from Kose Corporation | Direct-to-consumer (D2C) skincare company Foxtale has raised $30 million, or roughly Rs 250 crore, in a funding round headed by Kose Corporation, a Japanese manufacturer of cosmetics. This round also included participation from current inve... |
08.01.2025 | The Rise of Health-Conscious Brands: A New Era in Indian Consumerism | In the bustling marketplace of India, two brands are making waves. RAS Luxury Skincare and Twiddles are not just products; they are movements. They embody a shift in consumer behavior, where health, sustainability, and indulgence converge. ... |
08.01.2025 | Farm-to-Face Skincare Brand RAS Raises USD 5 Mn Series A Funding Led by Unilever Ventures The Raipur-based skincare brand plans to deploy the fresh capital to fuel its offline retail expansion, talent... | Luxury skincare and personal care brand RAS Luxury Skincare has secured USD 5 million in its Series A funding round, led by Unilever Ventures, the investment arm of Unilever. The round also included participation from the Amazon Smbhav Vent... |
08.01.2025 | Former Facebook execs’ South Park Commons raising $40 mn for India fund | Aditya Agarwal (left) and Ruchi Sanghvi, partners, South Park Commons
South Park Commons (SPC), a California-based technical community for startup founders, is raising $40 million (about Rs 340 crore) for an India-focussed fund to invest in... |
02.01.2025 | Accel closes its eight India fund raising $650 mn | Credit: 123RF.com
Global venture capital firm Accel has closed its eighth fund focused on India, raising a corpus of about $650 million (over Rs 5,500 crore) to back early-stage startups in India, according to a filing with the US Securitie... |
24.12.2024 | Mukesh and Isha Ambani led Reliance Retail to Bring Back Shein to India Previously, Shein's operations in India ended in 2020 when the government banned its mobile applications amidst rising tensions ... | Women's casual western wear brand Shein is gearing up for a relaunch on Ajio, a platform managed by Reliance Retail, spearheaded by Mukesh Ambani and Isha Ambani. The China-based fashion brand was facing a ban for close to five years in the... |
19.12.2024 | India has the potential to be one of our top markets: Hello Kitty Maker "We've seen double-digit growth year-on-year in the last three years. Now, we're focusing on localizing Hello Kitty's prese... | Few cultural icons have achieved the longevity, charm, and global reach of Hello Kitty. From humble beginnings on a vinyl coin purse in 1974, this simple yet endearing character has transcended generations to become a worldwide symbol of jo... |
13.12.2024 | The Surge of Fintech and Quick Commerce: A New Era in Indian Startups | The Indian startup landscape is buzzing. Two recent funding rounds highlight this vibrancy. FirstClub, a quick commerce startup, and OneCard, a digital payments platform, have both secured significant investments. These moves signal a shift... |
13.12.2024 | FirstClub raised $8 M Seed funding from Accel and RTP Global | FirstClub, the most recent business endeavor of Ayyappan R, a former executive at Flipkart, has raised $8 million from Accel and RTP Global in its seed round.
In addition, angel investors Binny Bansal (Flipkart), Kunal Shah (CRED), Mukesh B... |
13.12.2024 | Celio plans retail expansion with 100 new stores in India over the next 3 years | French men’s apparel brand Celio India is targeting to add 100 stores in the next two to three years, according to Satyen Momaya, CEO of Celio Future Fashion.
With 65 stores across 25 cities, the company plans to aggressively expand its ret... |
12.12.2024 | FirstClub of former Cleartrip CEO Ayyappan raises $8 million in round led by Accel, RTP Global | ETtechAyyappan R, CEO, FirstClub Technology
Quick commerce startup, FirstClub, founded by former chief executive of Flipkart-owned Cleartrip Ayyappan R, has raised $8 million in a seed funding round led by venture capital firms Accel and RT... |
12.12.2024 | Former Cleartrip CEO’s Startup FirstClub Bags $8 Mn To Expand Its Quick Commerce Play | SUMMARY
The funding round saw participation from prominent investors including Flipkart cofounder Binny Bansal, CRED's Kunal Shah, and Myntra's Mukesh Bansal
FirstClub aims to differentiate itself by offering high-quality curated products i... |
12.12.2024 | Ex-Flipkart executive's FirstClub raises $8M to blend premium retail with quick commerce
Recommended Stories For You | Former Flipkart executive Ayyappan R's startup FirstClub has raised $8 million in seed funding from Accel and RTP Global to build its tech infrastructure and expand its team.
The funding round also drew prominent angel investors, including ... |
12.12.2024 | FinX and FirstClub Raise Early-Stage Funding The startups listed below have disclosed investment rounds. |
Elevar Equity Backs FinX with USD 6 Mn Funding
FinX, an integrated skilling platform focused on bridging the gap between formal education and employability in the Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector, has raised USD 6 m... |
10.12.2024 | Amazon India to foray in quick commerce space, to pilot delivery of everyday essentials in 15 mins | Amazon India is set to foray in the quick commerce segment. The e-commerce major said it will launch a pilot likely in Bengaluru this month to offer consumers everyday essentials in 15 minutes.
Speaking at the sidelines of Amazon Smbhav Sum... |
06.12.2024 | Myntra Joins Quick Commerce with Launch of 30-Minute Fashion Delivery Service 'M-Now' As part of the M-Now offering, customers will enjoy access to premium beauty and fashion labels such as Estée Laud... | Flipkart-owned fashion giant Myntra announced its foray into the quick commerce space with the launch of M-Now, a service promising delivery of clothes, accessories, and beauty products in just 30 minutes. Initially rolled out in Bengaluru,... |
05.12.2024 | Myntra expands into quick commerce with M-Now, to expand it to major cities | Myntra forays into quick commerce with M-Now, with a 30-minute doorstep delivery for fashion, beauty, and home products. Piloted in Bengaluru, the service covers 10,000 styles and will expand to 1 lakh styles in the next 3-4 months, Nandita... |
01.12.2024 | Innovative Fashion Strategist The Pant Project offers custom-fit pants with personalised styles, leveraging D2C, social media engagement, and data analytics. Plans include expanding to denims, athleis... | In 2020, The Pant Project was on the verge of launching as an offline brand. However, the outbreak of COVID-19 disrupted their initial plans, prompting them to pivot to a digital-first approach.
This strategic move not only allowed them to ... |
26.11.2024 | The Race for Instant Gratification: Tata's Neu Flash and AI's Role in India's Urban Challenges | In the bustling landscape of India, where the pace of life accelerates daily, the demand for instant services is soaring. Tata Digital has entered this fray with Neu Flash, a 15-minute delivery service that promises to cater to the needs of... |
25.11.2024 | Myntra pilots into quick commerce with ‘M-Now’ in parts of Bengaluru | E-retailer Myntra has forayed into the quick delivery segment in select areas of Bengaluru.
The pilot project, ‘M-Now,’ is operational in a few pin codes in the city and offers a limited selection of products across all its selections, sour... |
25.11.2024 | Tata’s Neu Pilots 15-Minute Delivery Service Amid Quick Commerce Boom | SUMMARY
Tata Digital launched Neu Flash, a 15-minute delivery service across multiple categories including groceries, electronics, and fashion, in over 20 cities
The service leverages BigBasket's hyperlocal network for groceries, Croma for ... |
22.11.2024 | Exclusive: Amid Quick Commerce Race, Myntra Pilots 2-Hour Delivery Service | SUMMARY
The new feature is called M-Now, which will offer product delivery between 30 minutes and 2 hours
Myntra said it is experimenting with a pilot for faster delivery in a select few pincodes and will look at expanding it based on the i... |
20.11.2024 | Billion Hearts, Doodhvale Farms, and Indic Wisdom Raise Funding to Propel Growth and Innovation The Indian startups listed below have successfully raised capital to drive their growth and expansion pl... | Billion Hearts Secures USD 4 Mn to Revolutionise Consumer Tech
Mayank Bidawatka, co-founder of the vernacular microblogging platform Koo, has raised USD 4 million for his new consumer tech startup, Billion Hearts, in a funding round led by ... |
20.11.2024 | Mayank Bidawatka’s Billion Hearts raises $4M in seed funding round led by Blume Ventures | Former Koo Co-founder Mayank Bidawatka’s Billion Hearts Software Technologies Pvt Ltd has secured ~$4 million in a seed funding round led by Blume Ventures. The round also saw participation from General Catalyst and Athera Venture Partn... |
20.11.2024 | Times Prime Partners with Spotify to Offer Exclusive 4-Month Free Premium Membership for Members | New Delhi, Delhi, India
Times Prime, India's premium lifestyle membership platform, announced an exclusive partnership with Spotify, the world’s most popular audio streaming service. This collaboration will benefit Times Prime members – wit... |
17.11.2024 | Innerwear Comfort Redefiner: Harshit Vij of Freecultr Freecultr, founded in 2019, redefines India's innerwear market with a data-driven, consumer-centric D2C model. Expanding globally, it emphasises c... | In the rapidly evolving fashion landscape, the innerwear category in India remained largely overlooked, dominated by traditional players. However, this gap became a beacon of opportunity for Freecultr, a homegrown brand founded in 2019.
The... |
14.11.2024 | The Rise and Fall of E-Learning: A Tale of Two Companies | The world of online education is a rollercoaster. One company soars while another crashes. BiteSpeed and Stoa School illustrate this duality. One thrives on innovation; the other falters in a shifting landscape. BiteSpeed recently raised $3... |
14.11.2024 | Nykaa Appoints Abhijeet Dabas as Executive VP and Business Head of Fashion eCommerce An IIM Calcutta alumnus, Dabas brings a deep understanding of both strategic growth and consumer behavior, having h... | Nykaa, the Indian beauty and fashion eCommerce brand, has announced the appointment of Abhijeet Dabas as Executive Vice President and Business Head of its fashion eCommerce division.
An Indian Institute of Management Calcutta alumnus, Dabas... |
12.11.2024 | Stoa School to close shop as post-pandemic interest in online learning drops | Credit: 123RF.com
Online business school Stoa will cease its operations as the number of working professionals showing interest in the six-month MBA program post-pandemic sank.
Questo Wellbeing Pvt Ltd, which operates the platform, will be ... |
25.10.2024 | Streax Elevates Hair Colouring with New Gel Hair Colour: A High-Performance Experience for Brilliant Grey Coverage and Unprecedented Shine | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Streax, a hair colour brand from Hygienic Research Institute Pvt. Ltd. (HRIPL), known for its innovation and contemporary styling products, is revolutionizing the market with the launch of the Streax Gel Hair Colo... |
25.10.2024 | YouTube expands shopping in India with Flipkart, Myntra partnership | YouTube has launched its Shopping affiliate programme in India, allowing creators to tag products from Flipkart and Myntra in their videos, shorts, and livestreams, enabling viewers to make direct purchases through these e-commerce platform... |
24.10.2024 | Outdoor apparel brand Gokyo seeking investment for expansion | Image Courtesy: media.licdn.com
In the fourth quarter (Q4) of this fiscal year, the outdoor apparel and equipment company Gokyo is looking to attract money through angel investments in order to quickly grow its online and physical presence,... |
23.10.2024 | Fashion and lifestyle brand Zouk raises $10 million in round led by Aavishkaar Capital | ETtech
Direct-to-commerce (D2C) fashion and lifestyle brand Zouk has raised $10 million in a funding round led by Aavishkaar Capital.
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21.10.2024 | H&M announces appointment of Helena Kuylenstierna as Director for India operations | Swedish apparel retailer H&M said that Helena Kuylenstierna has taken over the position of Director for India and will be leading the company’s operations in the country.
In this role she will ‘drive significant growth and profitability... |
21.10.2024 | The Indian Garage Co. Expands into Offline Retail: Cricketer Suryakumar Yadav to Inaugurate First Exclusive Brand Outlet in Bengaluru | Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
The Indian Garage Co. (TIGC), India’s leading homegrown fast-fashion brand, entered the offline retail market with the launch of its first Exclusive Brand Outlet (EBO) on Brigade Road, Bengaluru, a prime destinat... |
19.10.2024 | Celebrating Innovation: The Chiratae Ventures Patrick J. McGovern Awards | In the heart of Silicon Valley, where innovation meets ambition, the Chiratae Ventures Patrick J. McGovern Awards recently celebrated three titans of the tech industry. Shantanu Narayen, CEO of Adobe, Narayana Murthy, founder of Infosys, an... |
18.10.2024 | Aditya Birla Boosts Stake in WROGN to 33% with INR 75 Cr Investment Founded in 2014 by Anjana and Vikram Reddy, WROGN is a leading casual and activewear brand, leveraging Virat Kohli's influence and o... | Men's apparel brand WROGN has raised approximately INR 75 crore (around USD 9 million) in funding from Aditya Birla Digital Fashion Ventures Ltd (ABDFVL), increasing ABDFVL's stake in the brand from 17.10% to 32.84%, according to a stock ex... |
18.10.2024 | Reverse Flipping: Now, Mensa Brands Sets Sight On India Return | SUMMARY
Founded in 2021 by former Myntra CEO Ananth Narayanan, Mensa Brands owns and operates several consumer brands.
The company has raised over $300 Mn in total funding so far.
The company's net loss doubled year-on-year (YoY) to INR 227... |
17.10.2024 | Chiratae Ventures Honors Adobe CEO, Shantanu Narayen, Infosys Founder, Narayana Murthy and Postman CEO and Founder, Abhinav Asthana with the Patrick J. McGovern Awards | MR Rangaswami, Indiaspora, Shantanu Narayen, Adobe, Dr. Srikar Reddy, Indian Consul General, Pat McGovern III, The Patrick J. McGovern Foundation, Sudhir Sethi, Chiratae Ventures
The global VC fund Chiratae Ventures announced today that Ado... |
15.10.2024 | Blinkit Rolls Out ‘10 Minutes’ Return For Footwear & Clothing | SUMMARY
The company’s CEO Albinder Dhindsa took to Twitter saying that the option will solve a crucial problem of size anxiety for clothing and footwear among users
The company has already been testing the feature in Delhi NCR for the last ... |
15.10.2024 | Kingdom of White gets investment from actor Rana Daggubati | Image Courtesy: www.marcamoney.com
Actor Rana Daggubati has made an undisclosed investment in Kingdom of White, an all-white lifestyle brand. The digital-first brand stated in a press release that it wants to use an omnichannel strategy to ... |
14.10.2024 | Zomato's Independent Director Gunjan Soni Resigns Amid Increased Work Commitments Alongside her role at Zomato, Gunjan Soni is a Member of the Management Board, Chief Operating Officer of Global Fashi... | Zomato announced that its independent director, Gunjan Soni, has stepped down from her role due to heightened work commitments. The company shared the news in an exchange filing on Friday, confirming her resignation will be effective from t... |
12.10.2024 | Zomato’s Independent Director Gunjan Soni Steps Down Due To Increased Work Commitments | SUMMARY
Soni will also cease to be a member of the company’s risk management committee and corporate social responsibility committee
An alumna of XLRI Jamshedpur, Soni has previously helmed Jabong (later acquired by Myntra) and is currently... |
09.10.2024 | Chiratae Ventures Honors Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen, Infosys Founder Narayana Murthy, and Postman CEO and Founder Abhinav Asthana with the Patrick J. McGovern Awards | SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–October 9, 2024–
The global VC fund Chiratae Ventures announced today that Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen received the Global Lifetime Achievement Award on September 16, 2024, during an awards dinner in Palo Alto a... |
01.10.2024 | Conscious Chemist Announces INR 12 Cr Funding from Atomic Capital; Welcomes Apoorv Gautam to the Board | New Delhi, Delhi, India
Conscious Chemist has raised INR 12 Cr. funding from Atomic Capital. The brand has appointed Apoorv Gautam, Atomic Capital's Founder and Managing Partner, to its board of directors.
With a commitment to delivering sc... |
01.10.2024 | How e-Commerce Giants Kicked Off The 2024 Festive Season Flipkart recorded 330 million visits during early access and day 1, Amazon recorded 110 million customer visits within the first 48 hours of it... | As India entered the festive season of 2024, e-Commerce platforms witnessed an extraordinary surge in consumer demand, driven by attractive offers, financing options and a rapidly growing online shopper base. The competition between major p... |
30.09.2024 | Beauty Brand Conscious Chemist Raises INR 12 Cr from Atomic Capital for Growth and Innovation in Skincare Conscious Chemist aims to deploy the fresh funds to enhance product development, digital prese... | Beauty and personal care brand Conscious Chemist has secured INR 12 crore in funding from Atomic Capital.
This funding will help the Gurugram-based company accelerate product development, expand its digital footprint, and bring more effecti... |
27.09.2024 | Arvind Fashions Sets Its Sights on US Polo Assn. Expansion Amid Global Challenges | Arvind Fashions Ltd is gearing up for a bold expansion of its casual lifestyle brand, US Polo Assn., in India. The company is betting on the brand's potential to soar, targeting sales of ₹5,000 crore in the coming years. With India being th... |
26.09.2024 | Kids’ personal care brand Tuco Intelligent raised $2 M Seed funding | A seed round led by Fireside Ventures and Whiteboard Capital has raised $2 million for the kids’ personal care brand Tuco Intelligent. In addition, early backers of brands like Mamaearth, Sugar, Pilgrim, Whole Truth, and Mokobara, as well a... |
26.09.2024 | Qapitol QA Releases Q2 Update for its State of the Industry Report on Quality Engineering in Tech-funded Startups for FY24 | Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Qapitol QA, a leader in digital quality assurance and quality engineering solutions, has released the much-anticipated Q2 2024 edition of its industry report titled "State of the Industry Report on Quality E... |
24.09.2024 | Mukesh Bansal's Nurix AI: A New Dawn in Enterprise AI Solutions | In the bustling tech landscape of Bengaluru, a new player is making waves. Mukesh Bansal, the co-founder of Myntra and Cult.fit, has launched Nurix AI, a startup that recently secured a hefty $27.5 million in funding. This investment comes ... |
24.09.2024 | Mukesh Bansal’s latest venture Nurix AI bags $27.5M from General Catalyst, Accel
Recommended Stories For You | Nurix AI, an agentic AI services company founded by Mukesh Bansal, the co-founder of Myntraand Cultfit, has raised $27.5 million in seed-Series A funding (divided into two tranches) co-led by General Catalystand Accel, with participat... |
24.09.2024 | Mukesh Bansal’s Nurix AI bags $27.5 Mn from Accel, General Catalyst, Meraki Labs | Mukesh Bansal’s Nurix AI has secured $27.5 million in funding co-led by General Catalyst and Accel, with participation from Meraki Labs.
The funding is cumulative of seed and series A rounds. The startup raised $12.5 million in seed funding... |
24.09.2024 | Myntra co-founder Mukesh Bansal gets VC funding for new startup Nurix AI | Mukesh Bansal (centre) with other members of Nurix AI's founding team
Mukesh Bansal, the co-founder of e-commerce firm Myntra and fitness services company Cult.fit, has secured funding for his latest startup Nurix AI from venture capital fi... |
24.09.2024 | Myntra and Cultfit Co-Founder Mukesh Bansal's Nurix AI Raises USD 27.5 Mn From Accel and General Catalyst The Bengaluru-based startup will use the raised capital to enhance technology, expand R&D,... | Nurix AI, a cutting-edge AI startup founded by Myntra and Cultfit co-founder Mukesh Bansal, has secured USD 27.5 million in funding across seed and Series A rounds. This investment was co-led by General Catalyst and Accel with participation... |
23.09.2024 | Koo co-founder Mayank Bidawatka finalizes pre-seed for new startup | In the upcoming months, Mayank Bidawatka, one of the co-founders of the popular microblogging site Koo, will introduce Billion Hearts Software Technologies.
The business recently completed a ~$250K angel round led by the founders of Myntra,... |
23.09.2024 | Arvind Fashions betting big on scaling up US Polo Assn | Arvind Fashions Ltd is looking to aggressively expand casual lifestyle wear brand US Polo Assn. in the country with a strong focus on store expansion and marketing-led investment. India is the fastest growing market for the brand globally. ... |
19.09.2024 | DailyObjects Secures $10 Million to Fuel Growth and Innovation | In the bustling world of tech accessories, DailyObjects is making waves. The Gurugram-based brand has just secured $10 million in a Series B funding round led by 360 One Asset. This investment marks a significant milestone for the company, ... |
19.09.2024 | YES BANK and Paisabazaar Launch Feature-rich 'PaisaSave' Cashback Credit Card | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Paisabazaar, India’s leading online marketplace for consumer credit and free credit score platform, has partnered with YES BANK, India’s sixth largest private sector bank, to unveil their co-branded credit card – ... |
18.09.2024 | DailyObjects raises $10M in Series B round led by 360 One Asset
Recommended Stories For You | Mobile covers and lifestyle product seller DailyObjects has raised $10 million in its series B round led by 360 One Asset, as it looks to expand distribution and production capacities.
The equity round also witnessed participation from re... |
18.09.2024 | Former Cleartrip CEO Ayyappan R Eyes Quick Commerce with FirstClub After stepping down as Cleartrip's CEO earlier this year, Ayyappan brings his expertise from leading positions at Flipkart, including... | As India's quick commerce sector heats up, former Cleartrip CEO Ayyappan R is poised to make his mark with a new venture, FirstClub.
According to media reports, Ayyappan is actively in talks with venture capital firms like Accel and RTP Glo... |
18.09.2024 | Ex-Koo Co-founder's new venture Billion Hearts raises $250K in angel funding
Recommended Stories For You | Billion Hearts, the latest venture of now shutdown Koo Co-founder Mayank Bidawatka, raised $250,000 in an angel round. The founder shared the news via a LinkedIn post on Wednesday.
“Billion Hearts raised $250K in an angel round from founder... |
18.09.2024 | Myntra reportedly piloting 4 hour delivery service | Image Courtesy: www.dfupublications.com
Myntra is reportedly planning to reduce its delivery timings. The domestic fashion e-commerce major is said to be testing a four-hour delivery option. With the rise of quick commerce services, there i... |
16.09.2024 | Van Heusen announces Taapsee Pannu as Brand Ambassador for women’s fashion | Image Courtesy: https://indiantelevision.com
Van Heusen, a leading power dressing brand from Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd., has named acclaimed actress Taapsee Pannu as its new brand ambassador for women’s fashion. The brand, known f... |
16.09.2024 | Myntra Testing 4-Hour Deliveries In 4 Cities Amid Quick Commerce Boom | SUMMARY
In the testing period, the Flipkart-owned entity will be offering a smaller selection of items to customers
Myntra plans to expand the four-hour delivery service to multiple cities by the end of the year
The development comes amid a... |
12.09.2024 | Tata Sons and Archies: Two Giants Navigating New Waters | In the bustling landscape of Indian business, two companies stand out: Tata Sons and Archies. Each represents a different facet of the economy, yet both are on the brink of transformation. Tata Sons, a titan in diversified industries, is po... |
11.09.2024 | Archies Sets Sights on Global Expansion While Achieving 150 % Growth in India's Quick Commerce Market | New Delhi, Delhi, India
Archies, A legacy brand in a social expression industry for decades, is entering a new phase of its journey. Known for bringing emotion to life through its extensive range of greeting cards, gift wraps, and more, the... |
11.09.2024 | Playbook Partners announced $250 M growth capital fund’s first close | With the successful completion of its first close, growth capital firm Playbook Partners raised over $130 million from international investors in the US, Europe, the Middle East, and India.
With the green shoe option, the fund has the poten... |
10.09.2024 | Playbook Partners: A New Force in India's Growth Capital Landscape | In the bustling world of investment, Playbook Partners has emerged as a significant player. The firm recently announced the first close of its inaugural fund, raising over $130 million in just four months. This rapid success is a testament ... |
10.09.2024 | Playbook Partners marks first close of maiden fund | Vikas Choudhury, founder, Playbook Partners
Playbook Partners, a growth-stage focused investment firm set up by founding partner of Pivot ventures Vikas Choudhury, has marked the first close of its maiden fund launched earlier this year.
Th... |
10.09.2024 | Playbook Partners Raises USD 130 Mn in First Close, Eyes USD 250 Mn Target The funds have been raised through established global investors from Europe, the US, the Middle East, and India. With the gre... | Growth Capital (GC) firm Playbook Partners has marked the first close of over USD 130 million within just four months. The funds have been raised through established global investors from Europe, the US, the Middle East, and India.
With the... |
29.08.2024 | Velocity's Festive Fund: Fueling E-commerce Growth in India | In the bustling world of e-commerce, timing is everything. As the festive season approaches, brands are gearing up for a sales surge. Enter Velocity, a Bengaluru-based cash flow financing platform, with a game-changing announcement. They’ve... |
26.08.2024 | Fintech Velocity announces Rs. 400 crore festive season fund for D2C and e-commerce brands | Image Courtesy: Velocity
Leading cash flow-based finance platform in India, Velocity, has set aside Rs. 400 crore to help D2C and E-commerce firms with their financing needs for the impending holiday season sales. The industry’s anticipatio... |
26.08.2024 | Velocity Launches INR 400 Cr Fund to Empower D2C and E-commerce Brands for Festive Season Growth Velocity's new fund will support brands on major e-commerce and quick commerce platforms by enabling in... | Velocity, a Bengaluru-based cash flow-based financing platform, has launched an INR 400 crore (USD 48 million) fund aimed at supporting direct-to-consumer (D2C) and e-commerce brands during the upcoming festive season.
This initiative comes... |
23.08.2024 | Blackberrys: A Stylish Leap into the Future | Blackberrys, a name synonymous with premium menswear in India, is stepping into a new era. The brand is not just about clothing; it’s about crafting an experience. With two recent collaborations, Blackberrys is redefining its identity and e... |
22.08.2024 | Blackberrys announces strategic collaboration with Myntra | Image Courtesy: Blackberrys.com
The Indian modern menswear company Blackberrys has formed a strategic partnership with Myntra.com.
Blackberry hopes to reach millions of Indian shoppers with this unprecedented partnership with Myntra, going ... |
16.08.2024 | Flipkart achieves double-digit revenue growth in Q2 FY ’25, reports Walmart | Image Courtesy: www.kaggle.com
Walmart has announced that Flipkart has delivered impressive results, with double-digit revenue growth in Q2 FY ’25. The company noted Flipkart’s improving revenue profile and positive contribution margin. Pho... |
15.08.2024 | The Surge of Startups: Funding and Growth in India’s Dynamic Market | In the vibrant landscape of India’s startup ecosystem, fresh capital flows like a river, nourishing innovation and ambition. Recent funding rounds for three distinct startups—Truva, Halden, and Adukale—illustrate this trend. Each company is... |
14.08.2024 | Ethnic brand Fashor raises US $ 5 million | A investment round led by Blume Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm, has raised US $ 5 million for the ethnic apparel brand Fashor. Brand development, supply chain strengthening, and omnichannel expansion are the funding plans for... |
13.08.2024 | The New Wave of Gifting and Health: LazyPay and Rohit Sharma's Ventures | In the bustling world of digital finance and health foods, two significant players are making waves. LazyPay, a credit service by PayU, has launched a new line of gift cards, while cricket superstar Rohit Sharma is stepping into the food in... |
13.08.2024 | The Future of Gifting and Delivery: Innovations from LazyPay and Amazon India | In the fast-paced world of digital finance and e-commerce, innovation is the name of the game. Two recent developments from LazyPay and Amazon India illustrate this trend perfectly. LazyPay has launched a new gift card service, while Amazon... |
13.08.2024 | Myntra's Bold Move: Aiming for Gen Z's Heart | Myntra is making waves. The fashion platform has appointed Amit Mahajan as vice president of its Gen Z fashion vertical, Fwd. This is not just a title; it’s a strategic play. Myntra is diving deep into the Gen Z market, a demographic that i... |
13.08.2024 | Truva, Halden, and Adukale Raise Funding The startups listed below have disclosed investment rounds. | Truva Secures USD 3 Mn Funding to Revolutionise Real Estate Transactions
Truva, a real estate technology startup, has raised USD 3 million in a funding round led by Stellaris Venture Partners.
The round also attracted notable angel investor... |
13.08.2024 | Kalki expands its wedding offering with exclusive new men’s collection | Image Courtesy: Myntra
Kalki has launched its new men’s and women’s collection at select brand outlets in Delhi, Mumbai, and Hyderabad, as declared in a press release. This showcase will be available until 25th August. Starting from 17th Au... |
12.08.2024 | Myntra appoints Amit Mahajan as vice president of GenZ fashion vertical Fwd | Fashion platform Myntra has appointed Amit Mahajan as vice president of Fwd, a fashion discovery portal for Gen Z consumers, according to sources.
He will spearhead Myntra’s GenZ proposition, focusing on driving innovative merchandising str... |
08.08.2024 | LazyPay Launches Gift Cards, Offering a One-Stop Solution for Gifting | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
LazyPay, the credit service by PayU, India’s leading digital financial services provider, is thrilled to announce the launch of its latest product line – Gift Cards, a comprehensive one-stop solution for gift vouc... |
05.08.2024 | Flipkart Unveils #FlipTrends 2024: What have millions of Indians been shopping for | Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
All things technology and beauty remain at the top of the shopping wishlist
Nostalgic products make a comeback while classic fashion remains a staple
In the run up to this year’s festive season, Flipkart presents... |
03.08.2024 | Nandita Sinha, CEO of Myntra, takes on additional responsibility to lead Flipkart Fashion | E-commerce Flipkart has assigned Nandita Sinha, chief executive officer (CEO) of Myntra, additional responsibility for leading Flipkart Fashion alongside her current role at Myntra.
This comes at a time when vice-president Arief Mohamad, wh... |
02.08.2024 | Myntra CEO Nandita Sinha To Now Helm Flipkart Fashion Too | SUMMARY
Sinha’s elevation came after Flipkart vice president and head of fashion vertical Arief Mohamad quit the company
The ecommerce major said that Flipkart Fashion and Myntra will continue to operate as separate entities under Sinha’s l... |
01.08.2024 | Kazo extends retail presence with new store in Udaipur | Image Courtesy: IFAB
Fashion brand Kazo has grown its retail footprint with the opening of a new store in Udaipur. The store at Nexus Celebration Mall will display the newest collections across different types from the brand.
Kazo is contin... |
31.07.2024 | Myntra launches Beauty Edit of its Rising Stars Program | Myntra launches beauty edit of its Rising Stars Program, plans to onboard around 500 D2C beauty and grooming brands by year end
Fashion, and beauty e-retailer Myntra has launched the Beauty Edit of Myntra Rising Stars. The company plans to ... |