Bengaluru-Based D2C Jewellery Brand Attracts Major Investment
GIVA, a fast-growing direct-to-consumer (D2C) fine jewellery brand based in Bengaluru, has successfully raised Rs 530 crore (approximately $63 million) in its latest funding round. The round was led by growth-stage investment firm Creaegis, with existing investors Premji Invest, Epiq Capital, and Edelweiss Discovery Fund also…
In a funding season where D2C brands are racing to capture niche markets, one name has quietly secured a significant lead—Rabitat, a kids’ drinkware and foodware brand that’s not only captured hearts (and lunchboxes) but just raised ₹40 crore (~$5 million) in a Series A round.
But here’s the kicker: Rabitat isn’t selling fancy clothes or educational apps. It’s winning over 200,000…
From Struggles to Success
Zepto, the fast-growing quick commerce startup from India, has hit a major milestone. Its advertising business just crossed a $200 million annual revenue run rate (ARR), up from only $40 million last year. That’s a 5X growth in just 12 months.
This massive jump comes despite a rough period for startups, with the funding winter, the Silicon Valley Bank collapse, and some…
In a major move to expand its services and meet growing consumer demand, Shiprocket, the logistics unicorn, has now launched its same-day delivery service in Bengaluru. With this new development, Shiprocket continues to revolutionize how businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), meet their customers’ need for faster shipping.
Shiprocket’s push to offer quicker…
Phot.AI Secures $2.7 Million to Transform How Brands Make Digital Content
In a world where digital content is king, Phot.AI is ready to change the game for ecommerce brands. The startup has just raised $2.7 million in a funding round led by Info Edge Ventures, with additional backing from Together Fund, AC Ventures, and over 50 angel investors. This major investment signals big things ahead for…
India Accelerator (IA), one of India’s leading seed-stage startup accelerators, has just announced its much-awaited 2025 Cohort, promising $8-10 million in funding for up to 35 innovative startups. Slated to launch in the first quarter of 2025, this exciting new program is set to accelerate startups focused on transforming industries with groundbreaking technologies like autonomous drones…
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The Economic Times Startup Awards 2024 has unveiled the nominees for its prestigious Startup of the Year category, celebrating companies that have demonstrated exceptional innovation, execution, and rapid growth. This year’s nominees showcase a diverse range of sectors, each bringing a unique approach to their respective fields.
Zepto: Founded in 2020 by Aadit Palicha and Kaivalya Vohra, Zepto…
