Shein Returns to India: A New Strategy with Reliance Retail
Nearly five years after being banned, Chinese fast-fashion giant Shein is making a comeback in India, this time through a strategic partnership with Reliance Retail. The Shein India Fast Fashion app is now available on both Google Play Store and Apple’s App Store, marking a significant shift in its business model. Unlike its previous direct […]
Paytm Cloud to Acquire 25% Stake in Seven Tech for Global Expansion
Paytm Cloud, a wholly-owned subsidiary of One97 Communications, is set to acquire a 25% stake in Delaware-based Seven Tech for approximately Rs 8.70 crore ($1 million). The move aligns with Paytm’s broader strategy to expand its merchant payments and financial services model beyond India. Seven Tech provides e-commerce platforms with digital financial solutions tailored for […]
Spiritual Tech Startup Utsav Raises Rs 6.35 Crore to Expand Services and Reach
Kolkata-based spiritual and devotion platform Utsav has secured Rs 6.35 crore in a funding round led by Equanimity Investments, with participation from existing investor India Quotient. This follows the Rs 2 crore seed funding Utsav received from India Quotient in June 2023. The startup plans to use the fresh capital to expand operations both within India and globally, hire key talent, and enhance its technology to improve user experience, the […]
Teen-Focused Self-Care Brand Sammmm Secures ₹10 Crore in Seed Funding to Expand Product Line
Mumbai-based teen self-care brand Sammmm has raised ₹10 crore ($1.2 million) in a seed funding round led by Fireside Ventures. Sauce VC and angel investors Nihir Parikh, Sachin Parikh, and Shantanu & Nikhil Mehra participated. According to a company press release, the funds will be used to broaden the brand’s product portfolio, enhance visibility, and establish a multi-channel presence. Founded […]
PINQ Polka Launches “I O Me” Campaign Celebrating Authenticity and Self-Expression
January 31, 2025, New Delhi: Redefining intimate care for Indian women, PINQ Polka, the premium intimate hygiene and lifestyle brand, unveils its powerful new campaign, “I O Me.” This unapologetic anthem celebrates individuality, inclusivity, and the freedom to embrace oneself without filters, limits, or labels. Through “I O Me,” PINQ Polka calls on women to […]
ONDC and CoRover Join Hands to Launch “Mahakumbh AI Sahayata” – Your AI Companion for a Seamless Pilgrimage Experience, Powered by BharatGPT
New Delhi, India – 31st January 2025: In a groundbreaking move to empower millions of pilgrims, the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) has teamed up with CoRover, India’s pioneer in conversational AI, to introduce Mahakumbh AI Sahayata. This revolutionary AI-powered assistant, powered by CoRover’s BharatGPT, is designed to guide, support, and uplift every pilgrim’s journey […]
Witness The Goodness Of Aloe Vera With Dusky India’s Face Gels
Dusky India introduces two variants of face gels imbibed with the goodness of Aloe Vera. Aloe vera gel contains antioxidants and vitamins C and E, which help protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals, helps maintain the skin’s youthful appearance and minimize the signs of aging. It also helps tighten the pores and […]
Using AI to Predict the Outcome of Aggressive Skin Cancers
Researchers have developed AI, called DeepMerkel, which can determine the course and severity of aggressive skin cancers enabling medics to personalise treatment. January 31st, 2025: In two academic papers, a team of researchers led by Newcastle University demonstrates how Artificial Intelligence can determine the course and severity of aggressive skin cancers, such as Merkel cell carcinoma […]
D2C Brands Saw A 36% Surge In Order Volume During The Republic Day Sale Period: GoKwik
High-value items were predominantly purchased on prepaid in tier-1 cities, while tier-2 and tier-3 cities continued to favour COD for their purchases. 31st January 2025, New Delhi: GoKwik, India’s leading eCommerce enabler, shared that brands in its network witnessed a 36% order surge during the Republic Day sale period this year compared to last year. […]
Bizloan Secures ₹35 Crore in Series A Funding to Expand MSME Lending in Underserved Markets
Bizloan, a non-banking finance company (NBFC) focused on providing credit solutions for small businesses, has raised ₹35 crore ($4.16 million) in a Series A funding round co-led by the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation and BLinC Invest. The fresh capital will be utilized to expand Bizloan’s presence in underserved regions, enhance its range of loan […]
