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Former Banker Dhruv Jhunjhunwala Launches Novastar Partners, Targets Rs 350 Crore Fund to Tap India’s Private Markets

Former investment banker Dhruv Jhunjhunwala has unveiled his new venture, Novastar Partners, an investment firm focused on India’s private markets. The firm is aiming to raise a maiden fund of Rs 350 crore, with an optional green shoe of Rs 150 crore, according to sources familiar with the matter. Jhunjhunwala, who previously worked with RBC Capital Markets in New York, is an alumnus of the…
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Investcorp Appoints Vivek Agarwal as Senior Operating Partner to Drive Tech Growth in India

Investcorp, a global leader in alternative investments, has announced the appointment of Vivek Agarwal as Senior Operating Partner for its operations in India. Agarwal, who brings over 25 years of leadership experience in the technology and business sectors, is set to lead the firm’s expansion into the software and software services industries. This move aligns with Investcorp’s strategy to…
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z21 Ventures Announces $20 Million First Close of $40 Million Fund II with WestBridge Capital as Anchor Investor

z21 Ventures, a leading venture capital firm focused on early-stage technology investments, has announced the successful first close of $20 million for its $40 million Fund II. This funding round features WestBridge Capital as the anchor investor, a respected global investment firm known for its strategic approach and robust portfolio. This announcement comes swiftly after the launch of z21’s…
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