Akash Gupta

Bajaj Auto Ltd HAS LAUNCHED WORLD'S 1ST CNG BIKE. Opinions? The launch of the Bajaj Freedom 125, the world’s first CNG motorcycle, aims to capitalize on these earlier learnings. With a competitive pricing strategy starting at ₹95k and features designed for urban commuting, this model is positioned to attract a broad audience. The bike builds on the successful attributes of previous CNG models, promising lower running costs and reduced emissions, which could make it a game-changer in the commuter motorcycle segment. Would love to see how this turns out! What do you think?

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Day 28 of 30 Days of Startup🔥 Funding ke baare me pareshan ho? Kisse funding loge kaise loge?🧐 Almost india ke sare angel investor or venture capital ki list aapke DM tak pohoch jayegi, bas bhai comment kardo “List” . . . . . Follow us for more such content ✅ 🏷️ #marketresearch #businessstrategy #businessstorytelling #businessowner #startupculture #startupindia #brandingagency #brandowner #nbtshow #startup #30daysofstartup #smallbusiness #funding #sharktankindia #entrepreneur #followme #mba #bba #reels #explore #viral #productmarketfit #businesshindi #startuphindi #investing #invest #funding #investor #venturecapital #vc

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In startup space, “scale FAST” is the mantra But building ZEVO taught me something different: Growth needs a strong foundation And sometimes— scaling slowly is the best way to get there. We didn’t rush into expanding our operations across India. Instead, we focused on refining our processes, ensuring our EV logistics and supply chain met the quality and reliability we wanted to deliver. Taking time to build trust Fine-tune our operations And get every piece right laid the groundwork for sustainable growth—growth that lasts. Fast growth is great, but thoughtful, steady progress? That’s how you build something that endures. For others in the trenches of growth, how do you balance the pressure to scale quickly with the need to build a solid foundation?

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Advance Mobility has raised $3 Mn (about INR 25.2 Cr) in an undisclosed funding round from a clutch of investors, including India Accelerator and Finvolve to scale up operations and expand footprint. Founded by Mohit Jalan in 2023, Advance Mobility is a fleet startup operating mainly on the Uber platform. The startup claims to be focused on sustainable mobility solutions and have a 100% CNG fleet of vehicles. Advance Mobility claims it is focussed on addressing the challenges faced by market players, customers, and drivers in the mobility industry. 🔗 To read the in-depth article, click here: https://4-2.co/3Y6H6dK #funding #startup #investors

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AI-powered blue-collar recruitment platform Vahan.ai has raised $10 Mn (INR 83.7 Cr) in a Series B funding round led by existing backer Khosla Ventures.  The round also saw participation from Y Combinator, Gaingels and Paytm founder Vijay Shekhar Sharma among others 👇 The latest round takes the startup’s cumulative funding to $18 Mn till date, including $8 Mn and an undisclosed amount raised in 2021 and 2019, respectively. Vahan seeks to use the fresh money to develop its AI recruitment technology, which will support eight major Indian languages, including Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Marathi, Bangla and Gujarati. Currently, Vahan’s AI recruiter conducts interviews in English and Hindi. However, within the next year, the platform will expand into other languages To read the in-depth article, click here: https://lnkd.in/gSrziXGT #news #AI #startup #funding

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Thrilled to share @Bluewheelz has teamed up with Statiq to launch the first-ever inter-city #EV Retrofitted Truck from Kalyani Powertrain Ltd, traveling from Delhi to Jaipur 🚚⚡. This journey is a #game-changer, shattering myths and conquering doubts about electric vehicles. The EV #retrofit truck has proven that range anxiety is a thing of the past, and the disruption is just getting started. With this expanding charging infrastructure, every highway is set for an electrifying upgrade. This isn’t just a journey; it’s a revolution. Do join @Bluewheelz and Statiq in driving change, one electric mile at a time. The future is #electric, and it starts now! Chanpreet Singh Sethi @BlueWheelz Jaspreet Dhingra

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Absolutely Thrilled to announce a game-changing partnership between Statiq and Cube Stop, a pivotal division of Cube Highways , India’s largest institutional investor and operator of toll roads! 🚗 🛣 With this partnership, Statiq will set up multiple state-of-the-art fast charging stations for #electriccars, #ebusses & #etrucks across Cube stop locations that offers best-in-class F&B, Hygienic restrooms and Convenience Retail facilities. Our shared vision for transforming the travel landscape aligns perfectly with CubeStop’s commitment to delivering unparalleled convenience and comfort to highway travelers and transporters across India. At Statiq, we've always strived to redefine industry standards, and this collaboration marks a monumental step forward in achieving that goal. By joining forces with CubeStop, we're poised to revolutionize the travel experience, offering a comprehensive array of essential services seamlessly integrated into India’s vast network of highways and transportation routes. #StatiqxCubestop #ElectricVehicle #Sustainability #InfrastructureDevelopment #charginginfrastructure #reliablecharging #EV #NetZero #GreenEnergy #EVChargingStation #RenewableEnergy #Statiq #StayCharged Shell Y Combinator Akshit Bansal  https://lnkd.in/eVFWe-bm

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The Indian term Indicorns are the true measure of success in India’s startup ecosystem. The new term propounded by the Kunal Bahal, Titan Capital. An alternative to 'unicorns', they represent profitable companies that have shot past the ₹100 crore revenue milestone as of FY 2023. Founded within the last 15 years, these startups exemplify remarkable growth and innovation—whether bootstrapped, acquired, or publicly listed. Here's a look at the diverse sectors where indicorns are showcasing the best of Indian innovation and entrepreneurial excellence.

Zepto Hits $5B Valuation in India India's quick commerce startup Zepto has achieved a remarkable milestone, reaching a $5 billion valuation. This marks a significant leap for the company, solidifying its position in the fast-growing Indian e-commerce landscape. #Zepto #IndiaStartups #QuickCommerce #EmergingTiger

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🚀GrowthCap Ventures Set to Close Maiden INR 50 Cr Fund in 2 Months. Former BharatPe chief business officer Pratekk Agarwaal's venture capital firm, GrowthCap Ventures, is on track to finalize its inaugural fund at INR 50 Cr within the next couple of months. 📈 Fund Details: - Fundraising Progress: GrowthCap Ventures has already secured 50% of the fund's corpus. - Investment Focus: The fund intends to invest in 10-12 early-stage startups, primarily targeting fintech, SaaS, and deeptech sectors. - Sector Allocation: Allocation breakdown includes 60% for fintech, 30% for SaaS, and 10% for deeptech investments. 💼 Portfolio Investments: - GrowthCap Ventures has already made its mark by investing in Advance Mobility, a sustainable mobility startup specializing in fleet services for ride-hailing giant Uber. - Notable Limited Partners: The fund boasts a prestigious lineup of limited partners, including industry stalwarts like Beerud Sheth of Gupshup, Shankar Vailaya of Sharekhan, and others. 🎯 Future Endeavors: - Agarwaal envisions the launch of a growth-stage VC fund named 'Winners Fund' with a corpus of INR 250 Cr next year. This fund will target growth-stage startups in fintech, SaaS, and deeptech sectors, aiming to invest $2 Mn-$3 Mn per startup. - Operator-Driven Approach: GrowthCap Ventures adopts an operator-driven model, leveraging the experience and expertise of industry veterans to guide portfolio startups in their growth journey. 📈 Trends in the VC Landscape: - Rise of Operator VC Funds: Agarwaal highlights the growing trend of industry executives launching their own VC funds, driven by the desire to invest in and mentor multiple startups. - Founder Preference: Founders increasingly seek mentorship from experienced operators, fueling the demand for operator-driven VC funds. 🌱 Emerging Opportunities: - Despite the perceived funding slowdown, the startup ecosystem continues to witness the emergence of new funds led by former CXOs, underscoring the abundance of capital and the demand for strategic mentorship. GrowthCap Ventures' proactive approach and strategic focus on nurturing early-stage startups reflect its commitment to fostering innovation and driving growth in India's vibrant startup ecosystem. #GrowthCapVentures #VentureCapital #Fintech #SaaS #Deeptech #StartupInvestment #StartUpNews #BusinessNews #MicroShots #NewsUpdates

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We are excited to join BluSmart's Pre-Series B funding round, which included investments from responsAbility Investments AG, Sumant Sinha, and the MS DHONI FO, along with existing investors. Since BluSmart's Pre-Series A funding round in 2021, we've backed the company as it expanded from a fleet of just 402 cars in Delhi NCR and an ARR of US$1 million. Today, BluSmart operates over 8,000 electric cars in Delhi NCR and Bangalore, boasting an ARR of over US$60 million. This remarkable progress highlights the achievements of a four-year-old startup that entered a market dominated by Uber and Ola with innovative technology, despite skepticism about India's e-mobility future. BluSmart team's superb execution capabilities and ability to stitch key partnerships have been proven in their outstanding performance, as BluSmart has emerged as South Asia’s largest e-mobility ride-hailing service. Since its inception, the company has completed over 16 million all-electric trips, covered over 450 million clean kilometers, and saved 40 million kilograms of CO2. Looking ahead, I believe the management team is just fastening the belt, gearing up for significant growth with a focus on EV charging infrastructure and international expansion. Anmol Jaggi Punit K Goyal Puneet Jaggi Tushar Garg Rahul Jain Ankur Surolia Satish Jain Alok Prusty Alastair King Dhaval Kamboj Grishma Garg Aman Duseja Satish Pawar #Cleantech #Sustainability #CleanEnergy #India #EV

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Great to see tangible returns flowing from smart tech investments.

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Funding Alert 🚨 Indigrid Technology Pvt Ltd. has raised $5 million from Cactus Partners. This is the first institutional round for the startup. This investment will boost their product development efforts, ensuring they stay ahead of the high growth demand curve in the rapidly evolving EV market. Founded in 2017, by Sameer Narang and Rishab Puri, Indigrid Technology has two main lines of business--EV components and contract manufacturer in the electronics system design and manufacturing segment. Read more at the link in our comments section 👇 by Thimmaya Poojary | #FundingWithYS #Funding

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