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Birla unit acquires ARMC IVF Fertility Centre to foray into South Indian market
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1y ago
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Birla Fertility & IVF, a part of the C K Birla Group, has entered the South Indian market through the acquisition of ARMC IVF Fertility Centre. The financial details of the deal were not disclosed. Birla Fertility & IVF currently operates 30 centres and this acquisition adds seven more centres in Kerala, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu, taking its total to 37 centres nationwide. The company aims to expand its presence to 100 clinics over the next 3-4 years, with an investment of over Rs 500 crore. India has an estimated 28 million couples facing fertility-related challenges.
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Birla Fertility acquires IVF chain BabyScience in ₹500-crore push for 100 clinics by FY28 | Mint
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10m ago
Medial
Birla Fertility & IVF has acquired BabyScience IVF Clinics, expanding its presence in the western part of India and bringing its total number of clinics to 50. The company aims to have 100 clinics by FY28 and is considering international expansion, possibly in Southeast Asia and the Middle East. India's IVF industry is expected to grow rapidly, with estimates projecting a market size of $1.45 billion by 2027. Birla Fertility & IVF recently acquired an 86% stake in ARMC IVF and plans to invest more than ₹500 crore to achieve its expansion goals.
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On acquisition spree, CK Birla Group's IVF arm now snaps Bangalore-based chain
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10m ago
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India's Birla Fertility & IVF, a unit of CK Birla Group, has acquired a chain of fertility centres, marking its second acquisition in three months as it expands its network. The acquisition of Bangalore-based BabyScience IVF adds a dozen clinics to Birla Fertility's operations. The company aims to expand to 100 clinics by FY28.
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CK Birla Group's IVF arm marks fresh acquisition in bid to expand
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1y ago
Medial
Infertility hospital Birla Fertility & IVF, part of the CK Birla Group, has acquired a majority stake in a domestic chain of fertility centers. As part of its expansion plans, Birla Fertility aims to invest INR 500 crore to establish 100 clinics by FY28. The recent acquisition signifies the company's commitment to broaden its presence in the market.
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Luma Fertility raises $4 Mn led by Peak XV’s Surge
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13d ago
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Luma Fertility raises $4 Mn led by Peak XV’s Surge Fertility-tech startup Luma Fertility has raised $4 million in seed funding led by Peak XV’s Surge, with participation from Ameera Shah (Metropolis Healthcare) and Vijay Taparia (B2V Ventures). The proceeds will help Luma expand its footprint across Mumbai and scale to new cities over the next two years. Founded by Neha K. Motwani, Luma Fertility provides end-to-end fertility services including IVF, egg/embryo freezing, fertility assessments, and pre-conception care. Motwani had previously built fitness marketplace Fitternity which was acquired by Cult.fit (formerly Cure.fit) in February 2021. Luma has launched a 6,000 sq ft flagship tech-enabled clinic in Bandra, Mumbai. It also integrates holistic services such as nutrition, IV therapy, acupuncture, and at-home semen testing. The platform offers an IVF companion app, with tools for journey tracking, real-time reports, and LumaAI, a 24/7 assistant for cycle guidance and medication support. The clinic features an open lab design, transparency-first policies, and a dedicated care team for every patient. As per market research, India’s fertility rate is dipping below replacement (from 2.1 to 1.9), and IVF cycles are projected to grow from 320K in 2024 to 550K by 2028. Luma is also eyeing expansion into egg and embryo freezing services, catering to urban millennials and Gen Z consumers delaying parenthood.
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InfoEdge, Endiya lead early-stage rounds in tech startups; India IVF raises $1.25 mn
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8m ago
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Indian tech startups Nexstem, India IVF, and Pulse have announced successful early-stage funding rounds. Nexstem, a deep tech startup developing non-invasive brain computer interface solutions, raised $3.5 million in a funding round led by InfoEdge, with participation from Gruhas, Zupee, Smile Group, and other investors. AI-driven platform Pulse secured $1.4 million in seed funding led by Endiya Partners. Fertility platform India IVF raised $1.25 million in pre-Series A funding led by Tomorrow Capital. The funds will be used to expand operations, develop the platform, and bridge gaps in fertility care access.
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CX Partners-led consortium acquires controlling stake in infertility treatment firm
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1y ago
Medial
Indian private equity firm CX Partners, along with a consortium of investors, has acquired a controlling stake in Kerala-based fertility services and mother and child care provider, Sabine Hospital & Research Centre. The investment of $50 million aims to make high-end fertility, birthing, and neonatal care more affordable and accessible to remote areas in India. With recorded net sales of INR 160 crore in FY23, the hospital has demonstrated strong growth potential, and CX Partners plans to expand Sabine Hospitals to adjacent markets.
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Arva Health raises $1 Mn in pre-seed led by All In Capital
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4m ago
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Fertility care startup Arva Health has raised $1 million in a pre-seed round led by All In Capital, with participation from iSeed, Bharath Founders Fund, and Galaxy. The proceeds will fuel the launch of its network of tech-enabled fertility clinics, beginning in Bengaluru. It plans to open clinics in ten locations, including Mumbai and Delhi, by 2027. Additionally, the firm plans to expand into men's fertility services and develop a digital platform to offer continuous support for fertility. Founded by Dipalie Bajaj and Nidhi Panchmal, Arva provides at-home blood tests to test and track fertility. It offers fertility tests for women with PCOS and Thyroid issues. It provides detailed insights into female fertility health, such as egg reserve levels, through clinically-backed AMH testing. Its first flagship clinic in Whitefield, Bengaluru will provide fertility testing, consultations, egg freezing, and IVF in a modern, judgment-free setting. “We are not in the business of diagnosing infertility but in the business of helping people have babies. By improving access and experience, we can dramatically improve outcomes for millions of people,” said Dipalie Bajaj, co-founder and CEO of Arva Health. Since its launch last year, Arva claims to have helped over 4,000 women navigate their fertility, built a 40,000-member community, and scaled at 60% month-over-month.
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WeWork India revenue up 40% in April-June quarter to Rs 400 crore: CEO Karan Virwani
Economic Times
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1y ago
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The company, which is owned by real estate firm Embassy Group and WeWork Global, has started its 50th centre at Saket in South Delhi, marking its entry into the national capital market. The new centre, comprising 54,000 square feet area and around 700 desks, is located in a commercial building developed by realty firm Eldeco.
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Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (November 12, 2024)
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8m ago
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StampMyVisa, an AI-powered visa processing platform, has raised Rs 6.6 crore in funding from Unicorn India Ventures. The company plans to use the capital to enhance its AI capabilities, introduce innovative services to manage international travel and visa processes, and expand its geographical footprint in India. DesignX, a manufacturing startup, has raised $1 million in pre-Series A funding from Piper Serica Angel Fund. The startup focuses on hyper-automation for manufacturing shop floors and aims to enhance productivity and sustainability through real-time data analytics. India IVF, a tech-enabled fertility platform, has secured $1.25 million in pre-Series A funding from Tomorrow Capital. The funding will support the company's expansion across North India and enable it to provide improved access to fertility care. Animation and VFX studio 88 Pictures has launched a gaming division called 88Games to bring Indian history and culture to the gaming industry. IT solutions provider Mphasis has appointed Mike Meyer as head of strategic sales to drive closure on large and strategic deals. IIT Madras's eXperiential Technology Innovation Centre (XTIC) is launching the 'XTIC-Academic Partnership Program' to support the growth of the XR sector in India and create highly-trained XR developers and designers for the global market.
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Reliance’s formal entry into finserv gets fintechs jittery
Economic Times
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1y ago
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Reliance's formal entry into the fintech sector is causing unease among existing fintech players. The Indian conglomerate's strong presence and resources could disrupt the market, potentially leading to increased competition. Fintech companies are closely monitoring the situation and strategizing to withstand the potential challenges posed by Reliance's foray into the financial services industry.
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