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DentalKart raises Rs 85 Cr co-led by Malabar Investment & Whiteoak

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DentalKart raises Rs 85 Cr co-led by Malabar Investment & Whiteoak
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Dental essential focused marketplace Dentalkart has raised Rs 85 crore in its recent funding round co-led by Malabar Investment and Whiteoak. Malabar Investment has made an investment of Rs 65 crore and Rs 20 crore has been invested by Whiteoak. The fresh funds will be allocated towards operational scalability and add more subsidiaries, DentalKart said in a press release. DentalKart offers orthodontics, endodontics, restorative, prosthodontics, disposables, electronics, instruments, and oral surgery services. According to the Delhi based company, it aims to create the most dependable and user-friendly e-commerce platform in India, delivering exceptional experiences for both buyers and sellers. DentalKart claims that it offers a vast range of over 22,000 products across 700 categories sourced directly from more than 500 manufacturers. The company competes with a clutch of dental care chains such as Clove Dental, Smilkes.ai. Smile.ai raised one of the largest rounds in the space. Alpha Wave and Sequoia Capital invested $23 million in Smiles.ai in January 2022.

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Wow! Momo raises Rs 85 Cr in debt from Stride Ventures

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Wow! Momo raises Rs 85 Cr in debt from Stride Ventures
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Wow! Momo raises Rs 85 Cr in debt from Stride Ventures Quick-service restaurant chain Wow! Momo Foods has raised Rs 85 crore (around $10 million) in debt funding from Stride Ventures. The proceeds will be used to refinance existing loans and drive expansion across its QSR and FMCG verticals. Launched in 2008 by Sagar Daryani and Binod Homagai, Wow! Momo operates over 700 outlets in 70 cities, and owns brands such as Wow! Momo, Wow! China, Wow! Chicken, and Wow! Kulfi. “This support from Stride Ventures will help us scale new heights and introduce more formats to reach wider audiences,” said Sagar Daryani, Co-founder & CEO of Wow! Momo. The company plans to scale its FMCG business to Rs 100 crore, grow its HORECA division, and expand to 1,500 stores across 100 cities in the next three years. As per TheKredible, Wow! Momo’s revenue from operations grew to Rs 470 crore in FY24 from Rs 413 crore in FY23. It maintained steady losses at Rs 114 crore in FY24.

Exclusive: Waterfield Advisors raises Rs 123 Cr at Rs 723 Cr valuation

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Exclusive: Waterfield Advisors raises Rs 123 Cr at Rs 723 Cr valuation
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Exclusive: Waterfield Advisors raises Rs 123 Cr at Rs 723 Cr valuation Wealth management platform Waterfield Advisors is raising Rs 123 crore (approximately $14.6 million) in a new funding round, led by Jungle Ventures. The company’s board has approved a special resolution to issue 10,92,362 preference shares at an issue price of Rs 1,126 each, raising Rs 123 crore ($14.6 million), according to its regulatory filing accessed from the Registrar of Companies. Jungle Ventures is leading the funding round with an investment of Rs 100 crore. The remaining amount is being contributed by co-founder and CEO Soumya Rajan, along with individual investors, including Bharat Dhirajlal Shah, Vijay Singh, Bandi Vamsikrishna, Corel Traders, Parthasaradhi Reddy, Kekoo Colah, and Smita D Parekh. The company plans to utilize the proceeds for growth, expansion, marketing, and general corporate purposes, as determined by the board. According to Entrackr estimates, Waterfield Advisors will be valued at approximately Rs 723 crore ($86 million) post-allotment. The company is reportedly raising Rs 130 crore in this round. Founded in 2011 by Soumya Rajan, Waterfield Advisors is a fee-based multi-family office and wealth advisory firm, that ensures unbiased financial, investment, and succession planning services. Waterfield advisors had raised over $25 million in funding to date including $6 million from family offices, and ultra-high net worth individuals. According to the startup data intelligence platform TheKredible, Jungle Ventures will be the largest external stakeholder with 13.83%. Its co-founders Soumya Jain along with Sanjay Teli will cumulatively hold 40.07% of the company. Waterfield Advisors has recorded a 33.2% year-on-year increase in its revenue to Rs 45.7 crore in the fiscal year ended March 2024. Moreover, it managed to decrease losses by 9.5% to Rs 28.6 crore in FY24.

IPO-bound OfBusiness raises Rs 100 Cr led by Cornerstone Ventures

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IPO-bound OfBusiness raises Rs 100 Cr led by Cornerstone Ventures
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OfBusiness, an industrial goods and services procurement platform set to launch its IPO in the second half of 2025, has raised Rs 100 crore (about $11.7 million) led by Cornerstone Ventures. Previously, OfBusiness raised over $650 million across various rounds, including a $325 million round led by Alpha Wave, Tiger Global, and SoftBank, at a valuation of $5 billion. The proceeds from the new investment will be used to drive digital adoption and financing access for SMEs. Co-founded in 2016, OfBusiness provides raw material procurement and financing solutions to SMEs in the manufacturing and infrastructure sectors. The company reported a 25.8% year-on-year increase in revenue to Rs 19,296 crore for FY24, with a 30.2% profit growth to Rs 603 crore. OfBusiness competes with firms like Zetwerk, Infra.Market, and Moglix.

Gully Labs raises Rs 8.7 Cr in seed round led by Zeropearl VC

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Gully Labs raises Rs 8.7 Cr in seed round led by Zeropearl VC
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Gully Labs raises Rs 8.7 Cr in seed round led by Zeropearl VC Sneaker brand Gully Labs has raised Rs 8.7 crore in a seed funding round — comprising Rs 7.6 crore in equity and Rs 1.1 crore in venture debt. The equity round was led by Zeropearl VC along with participation from Untitled Ventures, Atrium Ventures, and other prominent angel investors including Bounce co-founder & CEO Vivekananda Hallekere, Suhasini Sampath, Nishchay AG, Renee Cosmetics founder Ashutosh Valani, Anurag Ramadasan, and Rahul Seth, while Stride Ventures led the debt investment. Prior to this, the company had secured Rs 1.1 crore in equity during its pre-seed round in 2024. The fresh capital will be deployed towards diversifying the product mix, expanding sales channels, and opening physical retail stores, Gully Labs said in a press release. Co-founded in 2023 by Arjun Singh and Animesh Mishra, Gully Labs crafts handmade sneakers, blending premium materials with culturally rich design stories — from Phulkari-embroidered trainers to Onam-inspired silhouettes. Gully Labs sells its products through its website and in select partner stores across Indian metros. The company plans to build a larger production facility, broaden its product line across diverse sneaker styles, and deepen its reach across India and global markets. It also plans to launch exclusive retail outlets as part of its omni-channel strategy.

Emiza raises Rs 100 Cr in Series C round

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Emiza raises Rs 100 Cr in Series C round
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Emiza raises Rs 100 Cr in Series C round Supply chain and warehousing startup Emiza has mopped up its Rs 100 crore (approximately $12 million) Series C funding round co-led by Evolvence India and Mirabilis Investment Trust. The round, which came at a valuation of Rs 400 crore (nearly $50 million), comprised a mix of primary and secondary investments, enabling exit for some early investors. The proceeds will be utilized to drive innovation, enhance warehouse technology, improve automation, and expand its footprint with new facilities, Emiza said in a press release. Co-founded in 2015 by Ajay Rao and Jitendra Kumar, Emiza provides logistics and delivery management solutions for e-commerce businesses. It offers warehousing and fulfillment solutions and uses technology and processes to optimize and manage the storage and distribution of inventory. Emiza states that it has emerged as a key enabler in this ecosystem, delivering customized warehousing and fulfilment solutions that elevate customer experiences and drive operational excellence for its partners. The company has recorded 40% year-on-year growth to Rs 102 crore during the fiscal year ended March 2024. However, the profits for the firm dwindled to Rs 2.6 crore in FY24, compared to Rs 4.98 crore in FY23.

Content-commerce platform Lehlah raises Rs 12.5 Cr in seed round

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Content-commerce platform Lehlah raises Rs 12.5 Cr in seed round
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Lehlah, a content-commerce platform that helps influencers earn money by recommending products, has raised Rs 12.5 crore ($1.46 million) in seed round led by Gruhas, an investment firm co-founded by Nikhil Kamath of Zerodha and Abhijeet Pai of Puzzolana Group. The proceeds will be used to introduce more features, grow its team, and strengthen its position in India’s booming influencer-led shopping space. Founded in December 2022 by Ashna Ruia, daughter of Essar Group director Prashant Ruia, Lehlah partners with major e-commerce platforms like Myntra, Meesho, Flipkart, and Nykaa, along with D2C brands such as Libas and Foxtale. The platform, which initially focused on fashion and beauty, is now expanding into home accessories and gadgets. The brand operates with a 50-member team, with its marketing division in Mumbai and the tech team in Bengaluru. Lehlah follows a commission-based model where brands pay the platform when sales happen through influencers. Influencers using Lehlah currently earn between Rs 50,000 and Rs 1,00,000 per month, showing the platform’s potential to create sustainable income for creators.

Furlenco raises Rs 125 Cr from Sheela Foam and others

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Furlenco raises Rs 125 Cr from Sheela Foam and others
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Furlenco raises Rs 125 Cr from Sheela Foam and others Subscription-based furniture rental firm Furlenco has raised Rs 125 crore ($15 million) in a new funding round from Sheela Foam Limited, with additional participation from Whiteoak and Madhu Kela. This marks Sheela Foam’s (the parent company of Sleepwell) first investment in Furlenco since acquiring a 35% stake in the company in July 2023, a deal that involved a cash outlay of Rs 300 crore. The new funds will be used to expand its product portfolio, strengthen omnichannel operations, and prepare the business for public-market readiness through broader distribution and operational scale. According to Furlenco, it is also preparing for a potential IPO in the coming years as part of its long-term strategy. Founded in 2012, the company operates a subscription-led furniture business and has raised multiple rounds of equity and debt from investors including Sheela Foam, Lightbox Ventures, Crescent Ventures, and Eagles. Furlenco claims to have more than 1.5 lakh active subscribers and has furnished over 10 lakh homes across India since launch. The company offers rental, purchase, and refurbished furniture options. According to startup data intelligence platform TheKredible, Furlenco has raised a total of $313 million in funding to date, with Sheela Foam and Lightbox Ventures as its lead investors. As of the last funding round, Furlenco’s founder and chief executive, Ajith Mohan Karimpana owned 12% of the company. Furlenco became profitable in FY25. As per TheKredible, the company recorded Rs 240 crore in revenue and Rs 3 crore in profit for FY25, compared to a loss of Rs 139 crore in FY24. Its subscription model and capital allocation contributed to the shift.

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