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Zepto will launch a stand-alone app for Zepto Cafe, its 10-minute food delivery service, next week, while still offering Cafe products on the main Zepto app. This approach mirrors Zomato’s initial strategy with Blinkit, blending super app and stand-alone app models. Zepto Cafe is rapidly scaling, with 100+ monthly launches and 30,000 daily orders, and aims to hit Rs 1,000 crore ARR by 2026. The move comes amidst intense competition in the 10-minute food delivery space, with rivals like Swiggy Bolt, Zomato Everyday, and Swish entering the race.  Follow us for more updates!   Visit www.kartto.com for more information.  #Zepto #ZeptoCafe #fooddelivery #quickcommerce #superapps #standaloneapps #rapidfooddelivery #startups #SwiggyBolt #ZomatoEveryday #technews #India #businessgrowth #10minutedelivery #consumertech #ARRgrowth #Kartto #deliverywars #businessmodels #scalingstartups #entrepreneurship

Mumbai-based supply chain financing platform Mintifi raised $180 million in its Series E round led by Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan’s TVG arm and Prosus, with participation from Premji Invest. The funding, including primary and secondary transactions, boosts Mintifi’s growth as it partners with 300+ brands like Asian Paints and Honda to digitize B2B payments, provide inventory financing, and offer working capital loans. Mintifi, profitable since FY23, processed $3 billion in invoices annually and aims to double this by FY26. CEO Anup Agarwal highlighted the funding as a validation of their business model and a significant milestone for early backers and employees through ESOP buybacks.  Follow us for more updates!   Visit www.kartto.com for more information.  #Mintifi #supplychainfinance #startups #fundingnews #venturecapital #B2Bpayments #workingcapitalloans #businessgrowth #invoicefinancing #digitalfinance #Indianstartups #FinTech #OntarioTeachers #Prosus #businessloans #kartto #entrepreneurship #profitablegrowth #businessmodel #supplychaininnovation #ESOP

Tata Power is accelerating its renewable energy goals, aiming for Rs 1 lakh crore in revenue and Rs 10,000 crore in net profit by 2030. The company plans Rs 1.46 lakh crore in capex from FY25 to FY30, focusing on increasing green capacity from 6.7 GW to 33 GW, with renewable energy forming 65% of its energy mix by FY30. Key projects include solar, hydro, hybrid energy, and pumped hydro storage, along with exploring nuclear energy through small modular reactors. Its new 4.3 GW solar module plant in Tamil Nadu is fully booked for over a year. Follow us for more updates!   Visit www.kartto.com for more information. #TataPower #renewableenergy #greenenergy #solarpower #hydroenergy #energytransition #sustainability #cleanenergy #solarplants #renewableinvestments #nuclearenergy #greenprojects #energysector #TataGroup #climateaction #solarmodule #powersector #IndiaEnergy #sustainablegrowth #energymix #futureofenergy

Martin Dinesh Gomez, CHRO at Zepto, is stepping down after less than a year. With over 20 years of experience, including roles at Amazon, Microsoft, and Accenture, Gomez is serving his notice period. In the interim, CEO Aadit Palicha is managing HR operations, while Chandan Mendiratta, now Chief Culture Officer, oversees other HR functions. Gomez's exit follows other senior departures at Zepto amid reports of work-life balance concerns, which Palicha has dismissed. Follow us for more updates!   Visit www.kartto.com for more information. #Zepto #quickcommerce #CHRO #executivechanges #startupnews #humanresources #workculture #leadershipchanges #MartinGomez #AaditPalicha #ChandanMendiratta #technews #HRtrends #Zomato #Blinkit #worklifebalance #businessstrategy #growthstartups #IndiaStartups #startupecosystem #ecommercenews

Wiom, an affordable internet provider, is in advanced talks to raise Rs 85 crore ($10 million) from Accel and Bertelsmann India Investments (BII), with Prosus likely to join. The Delhi-based startup, founded in 2020, offers unlimited internet for as low as Rs 10 and operates under the PM-WANI framework. Wiom aims to expand from its current 3 lakh users to 15 crore users within five years. Backed by $20 million in funding so far, the company is valued at $110 million (pre-money). Investors like Accel and Prosus see Wiom as a key player in tapping the Bharat market. Follow us for more updates!   Visit www.kartto.com for more information.  #WiomIndia #AffordableInternet #InternetForEveryone #DigitalConnectivity #AccelInvestments #BIIInvestments #ProsusInvestments #StartupIndia #DigitalIndia #InternetAccess #BharatMarket #TechInnovationIndia #PMWANI #WiomExpansion #WiomFunding #DigitalEconomyIndia #TechForBharat #RuralConnectivity #InternetRevolution #EVChargingSolutions #KarttoUpdates

Exponent Energy, a Bengaluru-based EV startup, will soon launch its first integrated facility, *e-Park*, in Bengaluru’s Electronic City. The 1 lakh sq. ft. hub will combine a 1 GW battery manufacturing unit with an R&D lab, enabling innovation and scaling operations. Founded in 2020 by former Ather Energy executives, Exponent is known for EV charging tech that powers vehicles from 0 to 100% in just 15 minutes. The startup, backed by $44.4 million in funding, plans to expand to five cities and deploy 1,000 e-pumps powering 25,000 EVs by 2025.  Follow us for more updates!   Visit www.kartto.com for more information.  #ExponentEnergy #EVStartupIndia #BatteryTech #FastChargingEV #EParkBengaluru #EVInnovation #BatteryManufacturing #SustainableEnergy #EVChargingSolutions #EVTechStartup #KarnatakaInnovation #GreenTechnology #EVInfrastructure #ElectricVehiclesIndia #CleanEnergy #EVExpansion #SmartMobility #EVCitiesIndia #EVChargingStations #KarttoUpdates

IndiGo Airlines has filed a trademark infringement suit in the Delhi High Court against Mahindra Electric over the use of "6E" in its upcoming BE 6E electric car. IndiGo claims "6E" is integral to its branding, covering services like 6E Prime and 6E Flex, and holds trademark rights since 2015. Mahindra argues their mark, "BE 6E," differs significantly and is registered under Class 12 for vehicles. The court will hear the case on December 9.  Follow us for more updates!   Visit www.kartto.com for more information.  #IndiGo #MahindraElectric #TrademarkDispute #6E #IntellectualProperty #DelhiHighCourt #ElectricVehicles #AutomotiveIndustry #LegalAction #Branding #BE6E #AirlineServices #ElectricCars #SUVs #Innovation #TechNews #CourtCase #BusinessNews #IndiaAutoMarket #IPR #Mahindra

Swiggy reported 30% revenue growth and reduced losses in Q2FY25, aiming for positive EBITDA by Q3FY26. Its core food delivery business is already profitable, with margins improving quarterly. New initiatives like Bolt, a 10-minute delivery service, now account for 5% of total food orders. Food delivery revenue rose 18% to ₹1,808 crore, while monthly transacting users increased to 14.7 million.  Swiggy is focusing on expanding Instamart in the competitive quick commerce space, where it lags behind Blinkit and Zepto. Instamart's revenue grew from ₹240 crore to ₹513 crore YoY. Swiggy holds ₹9,070 crore in cash, supporting its competitive growth strategies against Zomato and Zepto.  Follow us for more updates!   Visit www.kartto.com for more information.  #Swiggy #FoodDelivery #QuickCommerce #Instamart #BoltDelivery #Zomato #Zepto #Blinkit #ECommerce #TechInnovation #RapidDelivery #BusinessGrowth #RevenueGrowth #Profitability #Startups #IPO #CustomerExperience #FoodTech #TechStack #IndiaStartups #MarketCompetition

Zepto, fresh from a $350M funding round led by Motilal Oswal’s Private Wealth division, aims to be a fully Indian-owned entity by FY26 and go public by 2025. CEO Aadit Palicha highlighted the rapid profitability of its stores, growth to over 50 cities, and a PAT-positive milestone next year. Zepto Cafe is boosting margins and customer retention, targeting ₹1,000 crore in revenue. Palicha refuted allegations of predatory pricing, emphasizing job creation, higher wages, and the uniqueness of Indian technology. Competition from Blinkit and Swiggy Instamart is seen as positive, with a large market to capture. Follow us for more updates!   Visit www.kartto.com for more information.  #Zepto #QuickCommerce #AaditPalicha #IndianStartups #Funding #IPO2025 #JobCreation #Profitability #ZeptoCafe #Blinkit #SwiggyInstamart #IndianTechnology #KiranaStores #RetailInnovation #MotilalOswal #ConsumerTech #TopLineGrowth #RapidExpansion #DigitalIndia #PATPositive #GroceriesDelivery

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) lifted restrictions on Sachin Bansal's Navi Finserv Ltd on December 2, less than two months after imposing them for alleged unfair lending practices. Navi's quick adoption of revamped systems, fair loan pricing, and willingness to comply helped regain RBI's confidence.  Previously, Navi was barred from lending due to high interest rates, hidden charges, and practices leading to debt traps. The ban spurred immediate corrective action, differentiating Navi from others facing similar restrictions. While the company's universal banking license application was rejected, this development is a major boost for Bansal, who aims to build a banking powerhouse.  Follow us for more updates!   Visit www.kartto.com for more information.  #RBI #SachinBansal #NaviFinserv #NBFC #Banking #DigitalLoans #FinancialServices #LoanPricing #DebtTrap #Regulations #CRISIL #AssetGrowth #IndiaFinance #NonPerformingAssets #InterestRates #UnsecuredLending #CreditBureau #HDFCBank #KotakMahindraBank #Flipkart #BankingReforms