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IIM grad builds networking app for film industry enthusiasts
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6m ago
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Amal Jo Manjooran, an IIM grad quit his job in digital marketing and advertising field to build Audition in 2023. With the networking app, the entrepreneur will facilitate the demand and supply of the Indian film industry by connecting actors with film projects, directors, and casting directors on the app. He is also looking to onboard celebrities on the app.
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MBA Grad launches on-demand IT repair service app
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Xcort Company, with 28 years in the IT industry, has launched Xcare.in, an on-demand IT repair service app. Founded by Abhay Alex, Xcare focuses on helping people and businesses thrive. The app is backed by a team of over 200 certified experts with over 10 years of experience working with top brands like HP and Dell.
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IIM grad quits job to sell veggie powders; builds ₹1 cr biz
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11m ago
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Keerthi Priya, an MBA from IIM Calcutta, left her corporate career to launch Koh Foods in 2022. The brand sells healthy veggie powders and mixes to make urban eating 100% nutritious. After clocking Rs 20 lakhs in FY24, they've already hit Rs 40 lakhs so far and targeting Rs 1 crore in revenue for FY25.
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Bengaluru entrepreneur builds networking startup for film industry
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4m ago
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A Bengaluru startup led by entrepreneur Joseph Amal is building a social media platform that seeks to connect film enthusiasts with the movie industry. The founder envisions creating a thriving ecosystem of actors, fans, directors, and casting directors. Joseph started the platform with his savings worth ₹2.5 lakh.
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Voiijer's new app offers a social community for nature-lovers and explorers
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1y ago
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Voiijer is a social app designed for nature enthusiasts to connect and share their adventures and discoveries in the natural world. The app allows users to create a feed of content that includes photos, videos, audio, text notes, and 3D scans for augmented reality viewing, all related to their journeys into nature. Voiijer aims to foster a community of nature enthusiasts who can collaborate on expeditions and share their findings. The app is currently in public beta and plans to monetize through ads and a subscription model in the future.
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IIM Ahmedabad employee fooled in Rs 50 lakh bogus SME IPO pitch via WhatsApp trading scam
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1m ago
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A manager at IIM Ahmedabad was scammed out of nearly Rs 50 lakh through an online trading fraud. He was lured into a phony IPO scheme after joining a WhatsApp group for stock tips. The scam involved fake stock profits and a false IPO allotment letter, leading him to deposit large sums via an app. The victim's in-app account was blocked and his phone number blacklisted, prompting a police investigation.
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200,000 users use Netclan to find jobs and customers locally
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10m ago
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Delhi entrepreneurs Brijesh and Ajay Bidyarthy launched Netclan, a global hyperlocal networking app in 2020. The app connects over 200,000 users for jobs, dates, and business opportunities within their local ecosystems. With a presence in 500+ Indian cities and expansion into over six countries, Netclan facilitates connections among businesses, individuals, and merchants in real-time.
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7 days until doors open at Sessions: AI | TechCrunch
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TechCrunch Sessions: AI begins in seven days at UC Berkeley’s Zellerbach Hall, offering insights from AI leaders like Google Cloud, OpenAI, and Twelve Labs. Attendees can benefit from significant ticket discounts and a 50% off offer for guests until the event starts. The event promises impactful networking opportunities, hands-on workshops, and discussions on AI development, ethics, and policy. Attendees can also witness live startup pitches and engage with AI professionals through the Braindate networking app.
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IIM Bangalore launches PEVC research centre with focus on industry-academia collaboration - The Economic Times
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IIM Bangalore launched the Tony James Centre for Private Equity and Venture Capital (PEVC), the first of its kind in India focused on alternative investments. Endowed by Mathew Cyriac, the center aims to bridge academia and industry gaps, supporting research, courses, and policy discussions. Sanjiv Mehta inaugurated the center, which seeks to innovate India's investment market and elevate IIMB's status as a global research institution.
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Crypto industry descends on Dubai as Trump euphoria recedes
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3m ago
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Cryptocurrency enthusiasts gathered in Dubai for the TOKEN2049 conference amid a shift in sentiment following early optimism over Donald Trump's support for crypto. Industry leaders, including major firm executives and Eric Trump, discussed the potential impact of political promises on regulation. While crypto prices have fallen, investment remains strong, with $5.4 billion poured into the sector in early 2025. The UAE is emerging as a crypto hub, attracting significant investment and continued industry expansion.
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Brain health startup Ivory raises $1 million from IIM-A Ventures, Capital-A, others
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3m ago
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Ivory, a brain health startup, has raised $1 million in a funding round co-led by IIM-A Ventures and Capital-A. Additional investors include 1Crowd and Stanford Angels. Founded in 2022 by Issac John and Rahul Krishnan, the Bengaluru-based company aims to address cognitive decline with clinical-grade assessments and a subscription app for brain health. The funds will enhance technology, expand distribution, and introduce lifestyle features like stress and sleep management to widen its reach and accessibility.
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