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A designer’s cruelty-free silk brand helps Meghalaya job crunch

Inshorts · 1y ago

When Iba Mallai quit her corporate job to start Kiniho, a cruelty-free eri silk brand, little did she imagine that it would become a platform for Meghalaya's youngsters to earn and sustain themselves in the midst of the state's job crunch. Umden-Diwon village was declared the world's first Eri silk village in February 2021 by the state government.

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Sikkim woman’s green skincare startup earns $1 million valuation

Founder of Agapi Sikkim, Rinzing Choden Bhutia left a corporate career in Delhi to start a women-led, cruelty-free skincare brand that uses indigenous Himalayan plants as raw materials. While she enjoyed her career, she yearned for home. "I wanted to return home for numerous reasons and live a clean, green life," she shares in a conversation with The Better India.

How Swiss Beauty Is Reaching Shoppers Across 550+ Cities Through Omnichannel Play, Robust Logistics

Inc42 · 1y ago

How Swiss Beauty Is Reaching Shoppers Across 550+ Cities Through Omnichannel Play, Robust Logistics

Swiss Beauty, a beauty and personal care brand, offers vegan and cruelty-free products. Its in-house R&D team focuses on innovative product development. To streamline its operations, Swiss Beauty has partnered with Emiza, a 3PL player. The company plans to expand its brick-and-mortar presence in Tier II locations and smart cities, targeting general trade stores as 55% of its revenue is generated offline.

Haribol partners with Kiko Live to expand reach through ONDC

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Economic Times · 4m ago

Haribol partners with Kiko Live to expand reach through ONDC

Kiko Live has partnered with Haribol, a brand focused on A2 and cruelty-free products from ISKCON, to expand its reach via the ONDC platform. This collaboration aims to enhance Haribol's online presence, offering products like flavored milk and ghee to more customers, with a 10% increase in online business expected to grow to 25% soon. ONDC's low commission rates benefit customers, while brands receive customer details for better marketing strategies.

How Gut Issues Led Shalin Talajia to Form Gujarat’s First Successful Plant Based Brand

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VCCircle · 1y ago

Shalin Talajia, founder of Grabenord, Gujarat's first successful plant-based brand, was inspired to switch to a vegan lifestyle after experiencing gut issues such as high cholesterol, indigestion, bloating, and acne. Eliminating dairy from his diet led to significant improvements in his health. This prompted Shalin to explore plant-based alternatives further and establish Grabenord with his wife. The brand aims to revolutionize Indians' daily routines by offering healthier, sustainable, and cruelty-free products. Grabenord has gained traction with its range of dips, sauces, cheese, and butter, and has received funding and recognition for its innovation and mission.

Simply Nam Secures Strategic Funding Led by Bhaane Group to Boost Growth in India’s Beauty Market

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StartupTalky · 2m ago

Simply Nam Secures Strategic Funding Led by Bhaane Group to Boost Growth in India’s Beauty Market

Simply Nam, a leading Indian beauty brand founded by makeup artist Namrata Soni and entrepreneur Hanna Stromgren Khan, has secured strategic funding led by Bhaane Group. The investment aims to expand Simply Nam's product portfolio, scale operations, and double its Monthly Recurring Revenue over the next year. Known for its high-quality, vegan, and cruelty-free products tailored for Indian women, Simply Nam continues to grow its presence across digital and quick-commerce platforms while celebrating made-in-India excellence.

Renee Cosmetics’ revenue crosses Rs 100 Cr in FY23

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Entrackr · 1y ago

Renee Cosmetics’ revenue crosses Rs 100 Cr in FY23

Ahmedabad-based beauty brand Renee Cosmetics experienced rapid growth, with its revenue surging 3.1 times to Rs 100.4 crore in FY23 from Rs 32.4 crore in FY22. However, the company also saw a 4.5 times increase in losses during the same period. Renee Cosmetics offers a cruelty-free range of eye makeup, lip colors, skin serums, and highlighters, available on various e-commerce platforms and over 650 shop-in-shop stores in India. Advertising costs accounted for a significant portion of the company's expenses, growing 3 times to Rs 60.1 crore in FY23.

Sugar seeks $100 mn at $700-800 mn valuation

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Livemint · 1y ago

Sugar seeks $100 mn at $700-800 mn valuation

Indian D2C brand, Sugar Cosmetics, is reportedly aiming to raise $100 million in a new funding round that would value the company at around $700-$800 million. The funding will be raised through the issuance of fresh equity and stake sales by existing investors, with discussions being held with sovereign wealth funds and private equity funds. The final valuations and round construct are expected to be determined in a few weeks. Sugar Cosmetics, founded in 2012, sells cruelty-free beauty products and has a strong retail presence across India.

Fitspire Enters into $17 bn Vegan Skincare Market

Startup News FYI

Startup News FYI · 1y ago

Fitspire, a leading vegan and plant-based personal wellness brand, is set to disrupt the $17 billion global skincare market by launching plant-based Biotin, Collagen, and Omega products. Founded by IIM Lucknow alumni, Fitspire aims to cater to the increasing demand for cruelty-free and eco-conscious skincare products in India. With an ambitious revenue target of Rs300 crore over the next three years, Fitspire expects to be a significant player in the global market. The products will be available both offline and online, reaching customers across urban and rural areas.

Kalyan Silks’ Kerala focus becomes a double-edged sword

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VCCircle · 5m ago

Kalyan Silks’ Kerala focus becomes a double-edged sword

Kalyan Silks Trichur Pvt Ltd, a prominent silk textile and garment brand, experienced stagnant growth last year largely due to its heavy focus on the Kerala market, where it faces growing competition. Despite this, the company is poised for potential revenue growth as it plans to broaden its store network. Expanding beyond its traditional stronghold could provide the necessary momentum to overcome the challenges posed by its concentrated geographical presence.

23-yr-old builds AI tool to find hidden job postings online

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23-yr-old builds AI tool to find hidden job postings online

Yaseen Ammaar, a 23-year-old freelancer, built Sniff, an AI tool that helps freelancers find hidden job postings from platforms like LinkedIn, Twitter, and private groups on Telegram, Discord, and WhatsApp. Sniff collects 1,000 job posts daily, filters out spam, and shows only relevant listings. With its ChatGPT-like interface, it simplifies job searches through easy queries and prompts.

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