Chai Kings Secures $3 Million in Series A to Fuel Expansion
Chennai-based chai retail chain Chai Kings has raised $3 million (Rs 24 crore) in its Series A funding round from A.V. Thomas and Co. (AVT). The investment will be utilized to accelerate the brand’s expansion, enhance product offerings, and strengthen its supply chain. A portion of the funds will also go towards customer engagement and […]
Mohali-Based SHOEGR Secures $100K Pre-Seed Funding to Expand D2C Presence
Mohali-based shoe care brand SHOEGR has successfully raised $100,000 in a pre-seed funding round from early-stage startup accelerator PedalStart. The investment will enable SHOEGR to expand its product portfolio, enhance market penetration, and boost brand awareness initiatives. A significant portion of the funds will be allocated toward strengthening SHOEGR’s direct-to-consumer (D2C) operations. The company plans […]
IFC Eyes Investment in A91 Partners’ $675 Million Fund.
The International Finance Corporation (IFC), part of the World Bank Group, is evaluating a potential investment in A91 Partners’ third fund, according to a recent disclosure on IFC’s website. IFC is considering a direct investment of up to $35 million, with an additional $30 million allocated for co-investments. A91 Partners, a Mumbai-based venture capital firm, […]
Droom Secures ₹25 Crore in Fresh Funding Ahead of IPO Plans
IPO-bound used car marketplace Droom is raising ₹25 crore (approximately $2.9 million) in a fresh funding round, co-led by Finvolve, IA Growth Opportunities Fund II, and Rameshchandra Shah. The round also includes participation from individual investors such as Rajkumar Sorathi, Hardik Kothiya, Shirish Patel, and others. According to regulatory filings sourced from the Registrar of […]
Plix onboards GoKwik to boost D2C footprint and improve prepaid revenue
Gurugram/Bengaluru, March 18, 2025: Plant-based nutrition brand Plix has partnered GoKwik, a leading eCommerce enabler to further deepen its robust online presence and boost prepaid orders. Founded by Rishubh Satiya and Akash Zaveri, the Mumbai-based company sells a wide range of plant-based nutrition products, such as workout supplements, ingestible sunscreens, hair growth serums and skincare […]
Top 100 -Rising Stars Transforming the Future of Partnerships and Alliances (Part 2)
Continuing our journey through the Top 100: Rising Stars Transforming the Future of Partnerships and Alliances, Part 2 showcases the next wave of visionary leaders who are redefining collaboration, driving innovation, and shaping the future of strategic alliances across industries.” Partnerships and alliances play a key role in business growth, helping companies expand, innovate, and […]
Innovating Menstrual Hygiene: An Exclusive Interview with Sourav Chakrabarty, Kiriti Acharjee, and Satyajit Chakraborty, Founders of HealthFab
By Sandhya Bharti, Deputy Editor, Indian Startup Times Introduction Menstrual hygiene is a topic that has long been surrounded by stigma and limited product options. Recognizing the challenges faced by women, especially the lack of alternatives to conventional sanitary pads, Sourav Chakrabarty, Kiriti Acharjee, and Satyajit Chakraborty founded HealthFab. Their mission was clear: to revolutionize menstrual hygiene with innovative and sustainable products tailored […]
Nidhi’s Grandmaa Secret: From Home Remedy to National Sensation – A Journey of Authenticity and Growth
Introduction In a market saturated with chemical-laden hair care products, Nidhi’s Grandmaa Secret has emerged as a game-changer, harnessing the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda. What started as a simple home remedy during the pandemic has transformed into a thriving brand, captivating customers across India with its authenticity and transparency. In an exclusive interview, the dynamic […]
Zolve Secures $251M in Series B to Expand Cross-Border Financial Services
Cross-border neobanking startup Zolve has raised $251 million in an equity and debt funding round led by Creaegis, with participation from HSBC, SBI Investment, GMO Venture Partners, DG Daiwa Ventures, and existing investors Accel, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Sparta Group, and DST Global. The Series B round includes a $200 million warehouse line (debt) from Community […]
Scimplify Raises $40M Series B to Expand Global Specialty Chemical Manufacturing.
Scimplify, a platform for sourcing and manufacturing specialty chemicals, has secured $40 million in a Series B funding round co-led by Accel and Bertelsmann India Investments. The round also saw participation from UMI and existing investors, including Omnivore and 3one4 Capital. This latest funding brings the company’s total capital raised to $54 million. The fresh […]
