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Pine Labs IPO Approved Could This Be India’s Next Fintech Giant?

In what could be one of the biggest fintech moments this year, Noida-based Pine Labs has just secured SEBI’s green signal for its highly anticipated initial public offering (IPO). With billions in investor backing, global partnerships, and a sharp turn to profitability, this IPO might just be the launchpad that propels Pine Labs into fintech stardom. Here’s everything you need to know — and…
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Swiggy’s New Move to Crush Zomato? Meet “Toing” – The App for Affordable Eats in Pune

Swiggy is back at it again! Just when you thought food delivery couldn’t get more competitive, the Bengaluru-based giant has launched Toing, a brand-new app aimed at making affordable food options accessible to students and young professionals in Pune. Could this be Swiggy’s latest play to take on rivals like Zomato? Experts are already buzzing! With its first rollout in Pune’s student-heavy…
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CRED Just Launched a 24-Carat Experience! Check Out Their New Invite-Only 18K Gold Credit Card and Other Luxe Benefits

Move over ordinary credit cards — CRED is rewriting the rules of luxury finance! The Bengaluru-based fintech unicorn, known for its sleek app and rewards-driven ecosystem, has just unveiled a range of premium offerings that are making waves in the market. From co-branded credit cards to fixed deposits, and gold investments, CRED is positioning itself as the go-to platform for affluent users who…
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BlackRock Just Leased 1.4 Lakh Sq Ft in Bengaluru — Here’s Why It’s a Huge Deal

In one of the biggest office space deals in India this year, BlackRock’s Indian arm, part of the world’s largest asset manager, has leased 1.4 lakh square feet at IndiQube Symphony in Bengaluru’s prime business district. The lease, set to begin on October 1, 2025, signals how Bengaluru continues to attract global giants — and why India’s flexible workspace market is booming. A Massive…
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ixigo Partners with CRED to Power Flight Bookings for New CRED IndusInd Bank RuPay Credit Card

Traveltech platform ixigo has partnered with Kunal Shah-led CRED to exclusively power flight bookings for the newly launched CRED IndusInd Bank RuPay Credit Card. Through this collaboration, cardholders will be able to book flights directly within the CRED ecosystem, with ixigo’s flight inventory and technology running the entire booking process. Seamless Travel Meets Premium Membership The…
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He Quit a Rs 2 Crore Job in the US to Start India’s First Zero-Commission Homestay Platform

When frustration leads to innovation, it can change lives. For Yash Kumar, that frustration came from not being able to find authentic, affordable homestays in India that offered the kind of experience he enjoyed while living in the United States. What started as a personal struggle soon turned into a business idea—one that’s now shaping the future of travel and tourism in India. Yash left a…
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Jiva Corporation Launches Vegan Beauty Line: ‘JivaPure’

Jiva Corporation, a rising star in the e-commerce beauty sector, today announced the launch of JivaPure, a new line of vegan skincare, haircare, and nail care products. Catering to the growing demand for clean and ethical beauty solutions, JivaPure distinguishes itself by offering products formulated without sugar, preservatives, or animal-derived ingredients. This launch aims to capture the…
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Oknha Tony Tandijono Backs Early Childhood Development in Cambodia

Phnom Penh | 3 February 2025Oknha Tony Tandijono and Lok Chumteav Michiko Tony Tandijono have once again demonstrated their deep commitment to Cambodia’s future by contributing to Let Us Create Futures (LUCF), an organisation dedicated to the education and well-being of vulnerable children. The donation supports LUCF’s core operations and flagship programmes focused on early childhood…
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Electric Mobility Startup MyPickup Shuts Down After Three Years Amid Funding Crunch

MyPickup, a subscription-based electric mobility startup backed by Inflection Point Ventures (IPV), has announced that it is shutting down operations after three years of trying to redefine urban commuting. The company, which launched in February 2023 with a mission to offer predictable and affordable electric auto-rickshaw services, cited difficulties in achieving product-market fit (PMF) and a…
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Exclusive: Wondrlab to Raise Fresh Funds at $90 Million Valuation

Wondrlab, the technology-driven marketing platform, is all set to raise fresh funds in its latest financing round, marking its first capital infusion in four years. The martech startup announced plans to raise ₹40.8 crore (around $4.6 million) in a new round led by Wildflower Private Trust, with participation from existing investors Pi Ventures, Tanas Capital, and a group of prominent angel…
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