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T-Hub congratulates Enmovil on securing pre-Series A funding, led by Caret Capital, Ev2 Ventures, JRG Holdings, and Anicut Capital LLP as Co-Investors. Founded by Ravi Bulusu, Nanda Kishore, and Venkat Moganty, Enmovil is an integrated Enterprise SaaS platform that optimizes multi-modal logistics and supply chain inefficiencies. Enmovil’s customer base includes industry giants such as Nestle, Bajaj Auto, Steamhouse, Nipro Medical, Grasim, Eicher, Maruti Suzuki, Vedanta, Hero, Hindware, Daimler, and Ashok Leyland. This has contributed to noticeable growth in India’s supply chain industry, with its value rising from $225 billion in 2020 to a projected $637 billion by 2025. T-Hub wishes Enmovil continued success as they revolutionize the logistics industry! #InnovationEcosystem #InnovatewithTHub #StartupSuccess #SaaS

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Kreedo secures Rs 10 Cr debt funding from Recur Club: Edtech platform Kreedo Early Childhood Solutions has secured Rs 10 crore in debt funding from Recur Club, a prominent debt marketplace for startups and SMEs.  Kreedo had previously raised $4 million in Series A funding from Heritas Capital and UBS Optimus Foundation to enhance learning ecosystems. The proceeds will be deployed towards fuelling its growth and expansion plans, enhancing product offerings and scaling operations across India, Kreedo said in a press release. Co-founded in 2012 by Mridula Shridhar and Manikandan Krishnan, Kreedo provides a non-franchise solution for preschools and schools in India. Its curriculum is designed to help children develop literacy, numeracy, and other skills through play-based activities. The platform's curriculum is based on the idea that children learn best through a "Concrete to Abstract" or "Practical to Theory" approach. The curriculum combines indoor and outdoor games and toys to help children learn to explore and develop skills. According to the Bengaluru-based company, it focuses on improving education in over 350,000 affordable private schools across India, which cater to low-income families and charge less than Rs 30,000 annually. The company claims that it has demonstrated an impressive revenue growth rate of over 35% year-on-year for the past three consecutive years.  “It has been a pleasure working with Manikandan and witnessing Kreedo’s incredible growth journey over the past couple of years. Their intelligent approach to capital management has enabled them to hyperscale effectively while preserving significant equity.” said Eklavya Gupta, co-founder & CEO of Recur Club. Kreedo may compete directly or indirectly with other companies in this space are Kinderly, Seed Schools, Sudiksha Knowledge Solutions, Blue Blocks, Hello Kids amongst others.  Recur Club is a capital platform, enabling companies to raise debt capital tailored to their business needs with a dedicated capital expert. The platform aims to deploy Rs 2,000 crore in debt funding for startups and SMEs through Recur Scale and Rs 1000 crore to MSMEs through Recur Swift in this financial year. It has backed startups such as Ustraa, Rage Coffee, Moveinsync, Keka HR, Xoxodays, and others. It competes with other debt financing platforms like GetVantage, Velocity, and Klub. #EdTech #Funding #Startups

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https://lnkd.in/dX6WyXPA Nimesh Kampani Founding Partner 108 Capital takes you on a journey through India's economic landscape, sharing the investment thesis of Indian Growth focused VC FUND. 📈 Episode out soon with Jyoti Rai 🇮🇳 and Nimesh Kampani #Finance #IndianFinanceMarket #FinanceTalks #Finance #IndiasFinance #FinancialStystem #India #Business #Investors #BusinessPodcast #Trending

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#HRNews on DigitalHR : - NatWest Group appoints Ruchika Panesar as Country Head of India - Geena Binoy is now CHRO, Tata Technologies - Nilesh Dalvi, CFA, FRM elevated to CFO, CreditAccess Grameen Limited - Gymshark gets Sian Keane as chief people officer - Pooja Duggal steps down as CHRO, Zee Media Corporation Limited #latestNews #news #latestnews #news #breakingnews #india #dailynews #newsupdate #digitalhr #digitalhrnews

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India Investor Week with Pranav Haldea & Arjun Vaidya Key takeaways from Arjun on Investing in Startups: ·      Retail investors can invest in startups `2-3 lk via angel networks or Categorised Alternative Investment Funds ·      Investing in startups involves a very high level of risk and no level of liquidity ·      Keep enough money to diversify your risk if investing in startups ·      Invest around 5-7% of portfolio in startups, I have invested 10% ·      Should aim to get 25% internal rate of return (IRR) when investing in startups ·      Seems like 9 out of 10 startups fail, so investors need to be ready to take this risk ·      Build a mock portfolio before you start investing and build a network Key takeaways by Pranav on Pre-IPO Investing: ·      Pre-IPO investing is not regulated so investors need to be careful ·      Pre-IPO investing market is very illiquid, need to go through a broker  ·      If you have ability to hold for long term can invest in pre-IPO mkt ·      Need to be well aware that you may lose money via pre-IPO investing ·      Pre-IPO mkt run by brokers and select operators, not regulated by SEBI   https://lnkd.in/dXnYGrqs

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Growth Sense Venture Fund Receives SEBI Nod for ₹100 Crore AIF Category-1 Angel Fund. Growth Sense Venture Fund, a trailblazer in the Indian startup ecosystem, proudly announces SEBI's approval for its AIF Category-1 Angel Fund. With a corpus of ₹100 crore, this fund is set to empower innovative startups across diverse sectors, offering substantial investment opportunities and driving India's entrepreneurial growth. Impressive Track Record: As the investment manager for the fund, Growth Sense has demonstrated exceptional expertise with 88+ investments to date, delivering impressive returns: 6 startups with over 100% IRR Others achieving 75% and 40% IRR The Growth Sense Ecosystem: To ensure startups achieve their full potential, Growth Sense offers an integrated ecosystem through its associate companies: Growth91: A premium marketplace connecting founders and investors. Growth Metaverse Private Limited: Tech solutions for scalability and growth. Growth Alpha Advisors: Digital marketing and branding services. Growth Compliance: Legal and regulatory compliance support. INVIDATA TECHNOLOGY: Advanced cybersecurity solutions. Sector-Agnostic Vision: Growth Sense follows a sector-agnostic approach, exploring opportunities across industries such as technology, consumer goods, healthcare, and financial services while ensuring diverse and impactful portfolios for investors. Words from the Co-Founder: "Receiving SEBI approval marks an exciting milestone for Growth Sense Venture Fund. This fund allows us to channel investor capital into startups delivering real value to the Indian economy. Our team is committed to supporting India’s most promising startups with capital, mentorship, and strategic resources," said Sanjay Sarda, Co-Founder of Growth Sense. Read More: https://lnkd.in/ggphPYqz

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How is India shaping its value creation journey? Bharat Shah, Whole-time Director at ASK Asset & Wealth Management, highlights the key drivers of India's growth story and what makes it a compelling investment destination. #ValueCreation #InvestingInIndia #ASKCapital #AccessIndia

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Akshar Shah, Founder of Fixerra, and Nikhil Aggarwal, Founder of Grip Invest, dive into the evolving world of equity and fixed asset investments in this engaging conversation with Rohit Murarka, Business Head at Kotak Cherry. From the changing dynamics of equity markets to the rising appeal of fixed assets for consistent returns, this episode unpacks the emerging trends and strategies to navigate today’s financial landscape. They also share personal insights on what it takes to succeed in fintech, the impact of diversification, and actionable advice for investors on building resilient portfolios. A must-watch for those looking to understand the future of investments and make informed financial decisions. Catch the full podcast here: https://lnkd.in/gbBvpwvc #StaySmartWithCherry #ExpertInsights #Investments #Portfolio

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Watch Vetri Subramaniam, Chief Investment Officer, talking about global and domestic market scenarios. Also, get an overview and investment philosophy of UTI Flexi Cap Fund by Ajay Tyagi, Head of Equity. Streaming LIVE on June 14,2024 (Friday) at 4 PM. To set a reminder click https://bit.ly/3nMCIPm #UTIMutualFund #marketinsight #equity #flexicap #marketupdate #mutualfund #wealthcreation #stayinvested #webinar

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Watch Vetri Subramaniam, Chief Investment Officer, talking about global and domestic market scenarios. Also, get an overview and investment philosophy of UTI Mid Cap Fund & UTI Small Cap Fund by Ankit Agarwal, Fund Manager. Streaming LIVE on Dec 11, 2024 (Wednesday) at 4 PM. To set a reminder click https://bit.ly/3BjQsv1 #UTIMutualFund #marketinsight #equity #financial #marketupdate #fund #mutualfund #market #wealthcreation #stayinvested #webinar #livewebinar #fundmanager #webinaralert

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Ahead of the Union Budget 2024, Archana Jahagirdar, Founder and Managing Partner of Rukam Capital shared her insights in a conversation with Tech Achieve Media. She discusses the need for policy reforms for the development of the innovation landscape in India, making access to capital easier and more. Read the full article to know about her views on the budget's impact on the startup ecosystem. https://lnkd.in/gMj3h2ef #UnionBudget #AJSpeaks #InnovationLandscape #PolicyReforms #StartupEcosystem

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Presenting #ExpertfortheMonth – Abhishek Singh, VP & Fund Manager at DSP Mutual Fund. With a robust background of over 15 years in asset management and equity investing, Abhishek has honed his expertise through key roles at DSP, Kotak Mahindra Group, and Edelweiss. An Electrical Engineer from IIT Kanpur and a Postgraduate from IIM Lucknow, Abhishek brings a blend of technical and strategic skills to his role, making him a trusted voice in the field. As our featured expert, Abhishek will be sharing insights on navigating complex markets, formulating winning equity strategies, and optimizing portfolios for long-term growth. His experience offers a unique perspective on managing risk, seizing market opportunities, and fostering financial resilience. Submit your questions on asset management, equity investing, and portfolio management at [email protected] and you may see them answered by Abhishek in our upcoming newsletter. Stay tuned to gain valuable industry insights from Abhishek’s experience and expertise! . . . Yamini Sood Kalpen Parekh #ExpertfortheMonth #AbhishekSingh #DSPMutualFund #AssetManagement #EquityInvesting #PortfolioManagement #FinancialInsights #MarketStrategies #InvestmentExpert #FinancialResilience

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Mukul Arora (Co-Managing Partner, Elevation Capital) joined NISHA PODDAR on ET Live for a wide-ranging conversation on the Indian startup and venture environment. He shared candid views on the current venture funding landscape, the future of quick commerce, public-private market dynamics, Elevation’s exit track record, and opportunities in consumer tech and the AI application layer. Some key takeaways: ➤ “Swiggy and Zomato have brought the best out of each other. Even though both are so fierce, they have really pushed each other, which has led to the customer offering we have today.” ➤ “Over the last 12 months, capital availability for companies across stages has rebounded strongly” ➤ "At the Seed/Series A stage, it's all about innovation. If you are focusing on the bottom line at that stage, you will miss the forest for the trees.” ➤ “We are also actively looking at companies that have proven their business model and gotten to a scale of $100-500M valuation range. We’ve invested in three companies in that segment in the last 12 months” ➤ "Just like in the cloud era and SaaS era where we saw valuable companies from India getting built on the application layer, I think within AI also, we are now getting to that stage." Watch the complete conversation here: https://lnkd.in/gDfvgepH

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📚 Varthana Secures INR 27 Cr to Boost Education Financing Offerings. Varthana, an education-focused non-banking financial company (NBFC), has raised INR 27 Cr (approximately $3.2 Mn) from Netherlands-based impact investment fund Triodos Investment Management through non-convertible debentures. This funding will support Varthana's mission to expand its financial services, aiding more students and schools in upgrading their infrastructure and educational foundations. 📈 Funding Impact and Vision: - The investment from Triodos Fair Share Fund reflects a shared vision of driving positive social impact and the importance of innovative financing solutions in addressing education sector challenges. - Steve Hardgrave, co-founder and CEO of Varthana, emphasized the funding's role in driving positive social impact and expanding access to quality education. 🏫 About Varthana: - Founded in 2013 by Brajesh Mishra and Steve Hardgrave, Varthana offers low-cost, collateral-free loans with customized EMI options to private schools and students. - Its student loan offerings cover various educational pursuits, including degree and PG courses, pre-university college degrees, certification courses, and skill enhancement courses. - With a presence in 16 states and union territories and 40 branches, Varthana has financed over 11,000 private schools and provided over 16,500 loans to date. 💼 Investor Profile and Growth: - Triodos Investment Management, a subsidiary of Triodos Bank NV, operates globally with significant assets under management, contributing to Varthana's growth trajectory. - Varthana boasts a diverse investor portfolio, including Blue Earth Capital, BlueOrchard Finance, ChrysCapital, Kaizenvest, Elevar Equity, LGT Impact, and Omidyar Network India. 📈 Recent Financials and Strategic Moves: - In FY22, Varthana reported a revenue of INR 191 Cr and a profit of INR 3 Cr. - The company has been active in raising funds and expanding its portfolio, including acquiring Indian School Finance Company's school loan portfolio for INR 126 Cr in March. - Previous funding rounds include investments from impact investor BlueOrchard Finance, existing investor Blue Earth Capital, Symbiotics Investments, and MicroVest, indicating investor confidence in Varthana's growth potential. The infusion of funds into Varthana underscores the growing investor interest in education financing and the broader digital lending market's promising trajectory in India. Varthana  #Varthana #EducationFinancing #Investment #StartUpNews #BusinessNews #MicroShots #NewsUpdates

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