Delhi-based D2C design and lifestyle brand DailyObjects has successfully raised $10 million (approximately INR 83 crore) in its Series B funding round, led by 360 ONE Asset with participation from existing investor Roots Ventures. This significant capital infusion will support the startup’s ambitious plans for growth, including enhancing its distribution channels, driving product innovation…
In a significant leadership change, Samir Kumar has been named the new country manager for Amazon India, following the decision of the current manager, Manish Tiwary, to pursue opportunities outside the company. This transition will officially take place on October 1, 2024.
A Veteran at Amazon
Samir Kumar has been with Amazon since 1999 and played a pivotal role in launching Amazon.in in 2013. His…
Mayank Bidawatka, the co-founder of the vernacular microblogging platform Koo, is gearing up to launch his new startup, Billion Hearts Software Technologies. The company recently finalized a pre-seed funding round, securing approximately $250,000 from notable investors, including founders of redBus, Ola, InMobi, and Myntra.
Billion Hearts is poised to raise nearly $500,000 to kickstart its…
In the competitive landscape of sales development, Bengaluru-based startup Revrag.ai is making waves with its AI-powered assistant, Emma. Designed to streamline repetitive tasks for sales teams, Emma enables professionals to focus on high-value activities, significantly enhancing productivity and efficiency.
Addressing the Challenges of Sales Development
Sales Development Representatives (SDRs)…
Meme-based dating app Schmooze has successfully raised $4 million in a Series A funding round, led by Elevation Capital along with several angel investors, including founders from Ultrahuman, The Souled Store, and Paytm. This investment will primarily focus on enhancing the platform’s AI capabilities and supporting its growth initiatives.
Rapid Growth and User Engagement
Founded by Vidya…
Briar Prestidge, the founder and CEO of Prestidge Group, is revolutionizing the landscape of executive branding and public relations in today’s digital era. With a vision that predates the current corporate focus on leadership profiles and social media presence, Prestidge has navigated the challenging waters of entrepreneurship since launching her agency in Dubai eight years ago.
In 2016, the…
At Yum! Brands, home to KFC, Taco Bell, and Pizza Hut, former CEO David Novak played a pivotal role in skyrocketing the company’s market cap from $4 billion to $32 billion during his 17-year tenure. Novak, who led the company from 1999 to 2016, emphasizes that this impressive growth was rooted in fostering a positive work environment rather than just focusing on numbers.
In a recent interview…
In a groundbreaking move poised to revolutionize payroll management, Darwinbox, a leading HR tech platform, has announced the launch of its next-generation payroll system featuring the innovative RIVeR (Review, Initiate, Verify & e-approve, Release & Report) framework. This cutting-edge solution promises to deliver a fully digital, streamlined payroll process for the first time in India…
Alpino, the health-focused food brand that gained widespread attention through its appearance on Shark Tank India, has successfully secured $1.2 million in its inaugural funding round. The investment round saw contributions from notable figures such as Paresh Ghelani and several angel investors affiliated with Aashar Capital. In a major development for the brand, Bollywood actress and wellness…
In a surprising twist to the ongoing BharatPe fraud case, the Delhi High Court has granted permission to Ashneer Grover, the co-founder and former managing director of BharatPe, and his wife, Madhuri Jain Grover, to travel abroad. The decision, made on September 17, 2024, permits the couple to visit Doha and the United Kingdom. This development comes amid serious allegations involving…
