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BizDateUp Technologies acquires 20% stake in Duro Green

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Entrackr · 1y ago

BizDateUp Technologies acquires 20% stake in Duro Green

BizDateUp Technologies has acquired a 20% stake in Duro Green, an environmental impact startup providing wet waste management services. In addition to financial backing, BizDateUp Technologies is set to collaborate closely with Duro Green to optimize operations, implement automation, and integrate technologies. This strategic partnership will enable Duro Green to accelerate its growth plans and solidify its position as a frontrunner in sustainable waste management solutions. Founded by Jeet Chandan and co-founded by Meet Jain, BizDateUp is an ecosystem enabler for startups offering comprehensive support services to visionary entrepreneurs to the forefront of their industry. BizDateUp empowers startups to challenge conventions, pioneer new solutions, and drive meaningful change in their respective fields. BizDateUp claims to have funded over 25 startups, raising a $10 million fund, and engaging with more than 1,000 active angel investors. Duro Green operates as a wet waste management company, offering comprehensive waste solutions to businesses and communities nationwide. With a focus on sustainable practices and environmental responsibility, the company utilizes advanced technology and innovative approaches to ensure efficient waste handling and reuse.

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BizDateUp Technologies, an angel investing platform, has acquired a 20% stake in Duro Green, a waste management startup. The financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. With this investment, BizDateUp plans to enter the wet waste management sector and collaborate with Duro Green to optimize its operations using emerging technologies. Duro Green specializes in providing wet waste management solutions and also offers manure and automatic composting machines. The investment aims to support Duro Green's vision of a greener and more sustainable future, while addressing the growing need for waste management solutions in India.

GenAI startup Highperformr, two others raise early-stage funding

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GenAI startup Highperformr, two others raise early-stage funding

Generative AI startup Highperformr has raised $3.5 million in seed funding round led by Venture Highway. The funding will be used for research and development (R&D) to further develop Highperformr's native AI capabilities and build a distribution network. Fintech startup BimaPay secured $4 million in a pre-Series A funding round led by LC Nueva Investment Partners. The funding will be used to improve technology infrastructure and expand its reach. Waste management startup Duro Green has received an undisclosed investment from BizDateUp Technologies. Duro Green offers advanced waste handling and reuse solutions.

BizDateUp launches Rs 1,000 Cr Pulse Fund I

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Entrackr · 15d ago

BizDateUp launches Rs 1,000 Cr Pulse Fund I

BizDateUp has launched Pulse Fund I, a Rs 1,000 crore Category II Alternative Investment Fund (AIF). The fund includes a Rs 500 crore base and an additional Rs 500 crore green-shoe option. According to the fund, it will invest 50% in high-growth startups, 30% in profitable SMEs, and 20% in select real estate projects. The fund is structured as a 10-year close-ended vehicle, extendable by 2 years. It will focus on sectors such as AI, SaaS, fintech, healthtech, deeptech, defense, aerospace, gaming, EV mobility, green energy, and regtech. A special focus will be given to opportunities in tier-II and tier-III cities. The fund also promises financial, legal, and compliance checks, overseen by an NISM-certified fund manager. Founded by Jeet Chandan and Meet Jain, BizDateUp is an ecosystem enabler for startups offering comprehensive support services to visionary entrepreneurs to the forefront of their industry. BizDateUp empowers startups to challenge conventions, pioneer new solutions, and drive meaningful change in their respective fields. It has funded over 25 startups, raised a $10 million fund, engaged 1,000 angel investors, and delivered an average return of 3.5x to its backers in FY24. BizDateUp plans to expand globally by launching parallel funds in Singapore, the USA, and Dubai within 24 months, targeting over $1 billion in international capital for India’s innovation ecosystem. Earlier in May last year, BizDateUp Technologies had acquired a 20% stake in Duro Green, an environmental impact startup providing wet waste management services.

Jeet Chandan's BizDateUp acquires 7.14% stake in automation and smart grid company RBH Solutions

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IndianStartupNews · 1m ago

Jeet Chandan's BizDateUp acquires 7.14% stake in automation and smart grid company RBH Solutions

BizDateUp, an Indian startup investment platform, has acquired a 7.14% equity stake in RBH Solutions, a Patiala-based company specializing in automation and smart grid technology. This investment aligns with BizDateUp’s focus on supporting startups outside major Indian metros. RBH Solutions provides vendor-agnostic platforms for real-time infrastructure monitoring. The funds will help expand RBH’s offerings, complete its Distribution Management System platform, and develop global partnerships, enhancing its impact across critical infrastructure sectors.

Coforge acquires 17% stake in Cigniti Technologies for Rs 645 Cr

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YourStory · 1y ago

Coforge acquires 17% stake in Cigniti Technologies for Rs 645 Cr

IT company Coforge has acquired a 17% stake in Cigniti Technologies for INR 645 crore through open market transactions. Coforge purchased a total of 46,18,199 shares or 16.9% stake in Cigniti Technologies at an average price of INR 1,398.5 per share. In addition, public shareholders and promoters of Cigniti Technologies sold their shares in the company. Coforge had previously acquired an 11% stake in Cigniti Technologies for INR 426 crore. Cigniti Technologies' shares fell 1.28% to close at INR 1,367.20 per piece on the NSE. The deal is subject to certain conditions precedent.

Exclusive: Greenko founders buy Orix Corp.'s 20% in Greenko Energy for $1.4 bn

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Exclusive: Greenko founders buy Orix Corp.'s 20% in Greenko Energy for $1.4 bn

AM Green B.V., owned by Greenko Group founders Anil Chalamalasetty and Mahesh Kolli, has bought Orix Corp.'s 20% stake in Greenko Energy Holdings for $1.4 billion. This deal values Greenko at $7.5 billion, with founders retaining a 90% stake in AM Green B.V. It involves significant cash and stock components, marking one of India's largest green energy sector transactions. The announcement is set for Monday.

Angel Network BizDateUp Launches INR 200 Cr Fund To Back Non-Metro Startups

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Angel Network BizDateUp Launches INR 200 Cr Fund To Back Non-Metro Startups

Angel investing platform BizDateUp Technologies has launched an INR 200 Cr Category I Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) to invest in technology startups in India. The fund will focus on startups from Tier-II and III cities, with a special emphasis on sustainability and social impact sectors. BizDateUp allows individuals to invest in Indian startups with a minimum capital of INR 1 Lakh. The platform claims to have raised over $10 Mn in the financial year 2023-24 from over 1,000 active angel investors. BizDateUp has already invested in over 25 startups from non-metro cities in the previous fiscal year.

Zaggle Acquires 26% Stake In Digital Payments Processor Mobileware

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Zaggle Acquires 26% Stake In Digital Payments Processor Mobileware

Fintech SaaS startup Zaggle has purchased a 26% stake in Mobileware Technologies (now called '86400') for INR 15.6 Cr. 86400, founded in 2010, offers digital banking and fintech solutions to enhance digital services in rural and urban areas for banks and financial institutions.

Jashvik Capital acquires majority stake in Laxmanrekhaa insecticide maker

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VCCircle · 7m ago

Jashvik Capital acquires majority stake in Laxmanrekhaa insecticide maker

Jashvik Capital has acquired a majority stake in Midas Hygiene Industries, known for brands like Laxmanrekhaa. While financial terms were not disclosed, Jashvik usually invests between $20-$25 million. Midas, founded in the 1980s, operates in India's $1 billion pest control and $10 billion home care markets, both growing at 10-20% annually. Jashvik, a sector-agnostic PE firm, is raising $350 million in its first fund and has previously invested in healthcare and consumer sectors.

RIL's US unit buys $12 mn stake in helium explorer Wavetech

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VCCircle · 9m ago

RIL's US unit buys $12 mn stake in helium explorer Wavetech

Reliance Industries' U.S. unit has acquired a 21% stake in Wavetech Helium, a U.S.-based helium production company, for $12 million. This move by the conglomerate aims to expand their low-carbon energy segment as part of their efforts to develop a green energy portfolio and achieve their 2035 net zero carbon goal. Helium gas, a by-product of natural gas mining, has applications in various industries such as green technologies, medical, aerospace, electronics, and more.

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