Is Uber Charging More for iPhone Rides? Entrepreneur’s Claim Causes a Stir
A recent post by Indian entrepreneur Nirali Parekh has ignited a fiery debate online, as she claims that Uber charges more for rides on iPhones compared to Android devices. The claim, based on a simple test by her colleague, has sparked questions about whether ride-hailing platforms use device-based pricing to target…
Rudra Sisodia Receives Prestigious Leadership Award at the UK House of Commons
Rudra Raj Singh Sisodia, the co-founder of Lake Valley Farms, has been recognized with a prestigious Leadership Award at the UK House of Commons for his groundbreaking work in tackling one of the world’s most pressing issues—food wastage. This recognition highlights his relentless efforts to reduce post-harvest…
Introduction: A Major Milestone for EPACK Prefab
In a groundbreaking move, EPACK Prefab, a leader in pre-engineered buildings (PEBs) and prefabricated modular structures, has raised $20 million in its first-ever funding round. The investment comes from GEF Capital Partners, a global private equity fund, and will help EPACK Prefab expand its manufacturing capacity, introduce new products, and…
Xcelerate Acquires Strategic Stake in Carisma Solutions to Expand Global Services
In an exciting development in the business services and digital solutions sector, Xcelerate Pte Ltd has acquired a strategic equity stake in Carisma Solutions Private Limited, a leading knowledge-driven provider of managed services in Australia. This move signals a major step towards expanding Xcelerate’s presence…
Fitsol Secures $1 Million to Tackle Carbon Emissions in Manufacturing Industry
The manufacturing industry is one of the biggest contributors to global carbon emissions, particularly in hard-to-mitigate areas. Fitsol, an emerging climate tech startup, has just raised $1 million in a seed funding round from Transition VC to ramp up its AI-powered platform designed to help manufacturers cut their…
Skydo, a Bengaluru-based platform simplifying international payments, has just received Amazon’s Payment Service Provider (PSP) approval. This makes Skydo one of the first homegrown solutions to help Indian exporters receive payments quickly, securely, and cost-effectively when selling on Amazon’s global marketplaces.
With this major step, Skydo aims to empower lakhs of Indian exporters to…
Zoomcar, India’s leading car-sharing platform, has officially launched a new service called Zoomcar Cabs in Bengaluru. This new venture offers chauffeur-driven rides alongside their existing self-drive car rentals, signaling a major shift in the company’s growth strategy. By diversifying its services, Zoomcar is not just expanding its footprint, but also enhancing the way customers experience…
Zetwerk, the innovative manufacturing platform, has raised a massive $90 million in a new funding round, bringing its valuation to $3.1 billion. The investment round, led by prominent investors Rakesh Gangwal and Khosla Ventures, highlights the company’s rapid growth and its strategic push to expand globally. This new round marks an exciting milestone for Zetwerk, which was valued at $2.7…
In a bold move, PhysicsWallah, one of India’s leading edtech platforms, has officially become a public company. The company’s board recently approved the transition from PhysicsWallah Private Limited to PhysicsWallah Limited, signaling the start of its preparations for a much-anticipated Initial Public Offering (IPO) set for 2025.
This change marks a new chapter in the growth of the edtech…
In a significant move, Amazon has fully exited its investment in Shoppers Stop, one of India’s most well-known retail chains. The global e-commerce giant has sold its 4% stake in the company for approximately Rs 276 crore, marking the end of a five-year-long partnership. This move highlights the changing dynamics of India’s retail market and raises questions about Amazon’s future strategies…
