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Decode Age raises $1.7 Mn in pre-Series A round

EntrackrEntrackr · 2d ago
Decode Age raises $1.7 Mn in pre-Series A round
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Snippets Decode Age raises $1.7 Mn in pre-Series A round Bengaluru-based longevity science startup Decode Age has raised Rs 14.48 crore (around $1.7 million) in a pre-Series A round led by Krishna Prasad Chigurupati, chairman and managing director of Granules India. Founded in 2021, Decode Age works at the intersection of aging biology, biomarkers, and gut microbiome science. The company focuses on making ageing-related biological signals measurable and usable through testing, research, and precision-led interventions. The proceeds will be used to expand Decode Age’s biomarker discovery programmes, strengthen its multi-omics and microbiome research pipeline, and upgrade scientific and analytical infrastructure. The firm is also working on research-backed supplements and longevity solutions linked to aging pathways such as metabolism, inflammation, cellular energy, and cognitive health. Decode Age has built an in-house platform covering genome-scale gut microbiome analysis, metagenomics, and biomarker research. Its systems are designed to support clinicians, researchers, and individuals seeking data-driven insights into long-term health and aging. The startup is also expanding its scientific and product teams as it looks to take its longevity research beyond India. It collaborates with academic and global research initiatives, including work linked to IISc and international longevity programmes, to generate microbiome and ageing data aligned with global research standards.

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Shark Tank India-backed Koparo raises $1.7 Mn

EntrackrEntrackr · 8m ago
Shark Tank India-backed Koparo raises $1.7 Mn
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D2C home cleaning brand Koparo is raising Rs 14.5 crore (approximately $1.7 million) in an extended pre-Series A round led by existing investor Saama Capital with the participation of Vikramaditya Mohan Thapar Family Trust, DSG Consumer Partners, M Venture Partners, and others. Previously in February 2024, Koparo raised Rs 6 crore from 4P Capital Partners and Shark Tank India. The board at Koparo passed a special resolution to issue 2,314 pre-Series A2 compulsory convertible preference shares at an issue price of Rs 62,666 each to raise Rs 14.5 crore ($1.7 million), its regulatory filing accessed from the Registrar of Companies (RoC) shows. The proceeds will be used to meet the working capital requirements, general corporate purposes, or funding current/future expansion plans of the company, according to filings. According to Entrackr’s estimates, the company's valuation surged by nearly 90%, reaching Rs 124 crore (approximately $14.6 million) compared to its previous funding round. Founded by Simran Khara, Koparo offers natural alternatives to regular cleaning products. With a portfolio of more than 15 products and over 30 SKUs across core and specialty cleaning, its range includes floor cleaners, laundry detergent, fabric conditioners, dishwash liquid, handwash, accessories, and fresheners. According to startup data intelligence platform TheKredible, the Delhi-based company has raised nearly $3 million prior to this round from investors including Saama Capital, M Venture Partners, 4P Capital Partners, and others. Post-allotment, Saama Capital will be the largest external shareholder with a 15.36% stake in the company. In the fiscal year ending March 2024, Koparo’s operating revenue surged 2.3X to Rs 10.22 crore, up from Rs 4.37 crore in FY23. The company reported losses of Rs 5.86 crore in FY24.

Digital spiritual platform Bhagva raises $1 Mn in pre-Series A round

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Digital spiritual platform Bhagva raises $1 Mn in pre-Series A round
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Digital spiritual platform Bhagva raises $1 Mn in pre-Series A round Digital spiritual platform Bhagva has raised $1 million in a pre-Series A funding round from Australian high-net-worth individual Pradeep Nain, among other investors. The proceeds will be used to expand its technological infrastructure and optimize its operational capabilities, ensuring a seamless and enriching experience for its growing user base, Bhagva said in a press release. Founded in 2022 by Jagriti Motwani, Bhagva provides users with access to online pujas and pandit booking services, enabling spiritual rituals to be performed effortlessly. Additionally, the platform offers detailed Panchang and horoscope features, delivering daily spiritual guidance and essential updates to its users. The app’s user-friendly interface ensures accessibility across all age groups. The Delhi-based company aims to empower women and underrepresented groups by offering skill education related to pooja articles. This includes training in making items such as agarbattis (incense sticks), solar diyas, and various artifacts, enabling them to partake in economic and cultural activities. Bhagva says that its app and website are a daily source of spirituality, allowing digital pooja, online pooja, offline pooja, panchang, astrology, jaap services, along with a pooja shop. It remains committed to enriching the spiritual lives of individuals by blending age-old traditions with the conveniences of modern technology. It competes with other players in this space such as Astrotalk, AppsForBharat, Vama.app, DevDham, Utsav, InstaAstro, Japam, Temple Connect, and Rgyan.

ErlySign raises $1.8 Mn in pre-Series A round from Ashish Kacholia

EntrackrEntrackr · 11m ago
ErlySign raises $1.8 Mn in pre-Series A round from Ashish Kacholia
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ErlySign raises $1.8 Mn in pre-Series A round from Ashish Kacholia Healthtech startup ErlySign has raised Rs 16 crore ($1.8 million) in its pre-Series A round from Ashish Kacholia. The proceeds will be used in clinical trials, securing CDSCO (Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation) approvals, and bringing ErlySign’s oral cancer detection kit to market. Founded in 2019 by Shubhendra Singh Thakur and Deovrat Begde, ErlySign develops solutions for early detection of oral cancer. The startup also claims to offer India’s first salivary biomarker-based test which can identify pre-cancerous conditions much before visible symptoms emerge. Looking ahead, ErlySign plans to use CRISPR miRNA-based testing technology to detect multiple types of cancer using the same saliva sample within 15–20 minutes.

SustVest raises $1.7 Mn in pre-Series A

EntrackrEntrackr · 12m ago
SustVest raises $1.7 Mn in pre-Series A
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Sustainable investment platform SustVest has raised $1.7 million in its pre-Series A round in mix of equity and debt led by Inflection Point Ventures and Antler along with participation from WEH ventures, Venture Catalysts, Soonicorn Ventures, FAAD Network, and others. The proceeds will be used for key business growth initiatives, including acquiring solar projects, scaling marketing with the regulated platform launch, strengthening operations, and covering legal expenses. Founded by Hardik Bhatia and Devansh Shah, SustVest specializes in sustainable investments in renewable energy. The platform claims to have achieved over Rs 43 crore in Assets Under Management (AUM) with 9.3 MW of solar installations, distributed over Rs 5.7 crore in energy income and saved over 94 lakh kg of carbon emissions. The startup claims to offer investors fixed-income opportunities with environmental impact while enabling C&I consumers to access zero-cost solar projects at up to 50% lower tariffs. Its portfolio includes renowned clients such as Lodha Group, Hitachi, Mahle Group, Subros Ltd, CISF, NSG, CRPF, and others.

Ice cream brand Go Zero raises $1.5 Mn

EntrackrEntrackr · 1y ago
Ice cream brand Go Zero raises $1.5 Mn
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Ice cream brand Go Zero has raised $1.5 million in its follow-on pre-Series A funding round from DSG Consumer Partners, Saama, and V3 Ventures, among others. The round also saw participation from notable angel investors such as Arjun Purkayastha. Earlier in August last year, the startup had raised $1 million in its pre-Series A funding round led by DSG Consumer Partners, Saama, and V3 Ventures. Founded by Kiran Shah, Go Zero has a diversified product portfolio featuring low-calorie, high-protein, and vegan ice creams. The startup claims that all its products are sweetened with plant-based sweeteners, which are low in calories. Currently present in 16 cities and over 125 dark stores, Go Zero ice cream brand is available on both quick commerce and e-commerce platforms in less than two years of launch. In FY24, Go Zero claims to have grown 4X compared to FY23 and while it saw 7X growth on quick commerce in just 5 months this summer. Go Zero competes with Hocco and NIC. Last year, NIC had raised $11 million in a growth funding round led by Jungle Ventures whereas Hocco recently raised $12 million from Chona family and others.

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