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Feline Spirits raises Rs 5.2 Cr in pre-Series A round led by IPV

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Feline Spirits raises Rs 5.2 Cr in pre-Series A round led by IPV
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Feline Spirits raises Rs 5.2 Cr in pre-Series A round led by IPV Craft alcoholic beverage startup Feline Spirits has raised Rs 5.2 crore in a pre-Series A funding round led by Inflection Point Ventures (IPV). The proceeds will be used to expand the company’s portfolio and enter new markets. Founded by Prabhat Sharma and Rohit Saxena, Feline Spirits focuses on handcrafted vodka, whisky, and brandy in the premium and mass-premium segments, using authentic ingredients and transparent distilling practices. Feline Spirits is currently operational across eight states and union territories, with a customer base of over 20 lakh. In FY25, the brand claims to sell more than 4.1 lakh bottles (19,751 cases), generating Rs 25 crore in sales revenue. It has secured operating licenses in eight markets, including five government-owned and operated ones. With a gross profit margin of 55% in the premium segment, the platform aims to bridge the gap between low-quality mass-market products and high-priced international brands by offering affordable, premium spirits. According to market research, India’s spirits market is projected to reach $31 billion in 2024, growing at a CAGR of 6.51% through 2028. Globally, the market is expected to grow from $1.4 trillion in 2022 to $2 trillion by 2027.

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The Artment raises Rs 10 Cr in pre-Series A round led by IPV

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The Artment raises Rs 10 Cr in pre-Series A round led by IPV
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Snippets The Artment raises Rs 10 Cr in pre-Series A round led by IPV Home décor and lifestyle brand The Artment has raised Rs 10 crore in pre-Series A funding round led by Inflection Point Ventures. The round also witnessed participation from Siyaram Family Office, ESV, Capitar Ventures and others. IPV made its investment in this round through IPV International as well, utilizing the GIFT City route. The Gurugram-based company had previously raised $527K in a seed funding round from Harshit Poddar and others. The proceeds will be deployed over category expansion, investment in ‘Art Lab’ – a tech-platform to crunch data, launch products and towards channel expansion, The Artment said in a press release. Co-founded in 2019 by Aditya Agarwal and Aanchal Agarwal, The Artment offers a wide range of artistic home furnishings, including dining, lighting, and wall art, designed with various art movements in mind. The brand maintains a strong online presence through its website and major e-commerce platforms, and has expanded into offline luxury retail through a partnership with Taj Hotels. “At Artment, we invested early in building a strong data analytics infrastructure called Art Lab, which powers our ability to launch the right assortment efficiently and stay close to evolving consumer preferences,” said Aditya Agarwal, founder & CEO, The Artment. As per a market research, India’s home & living market, currently valued at $3.7 billion, is growing at a 15% CAGR, with 12% of sales occurring online. The Artment claims that it is EBITDA positive and is aiming to reach 100 crore ARR in the next six months. The brand has a repeat customer rate of 20%, showing trust and steady demand from the existing users. The Artment is backed by a deep supply chain network present in most key art and manufacturing clusters across India such as Moradabad, Khurja, Firozabad, and Jodhpur.

Mobility startup Pumpumpum raises Rs 2 Cr led by IPV

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Mobility startup Pumpumpum raises Rs 2 Cr led by IPV
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Fintech mobility startup Pumpumpum has raised Rs 2 crore in a new round led by Inflection Point Ventures (IPV). Previously, the startup had raised $2 million in equity from LC Nueva Investment Partners, Founders Room Capital, LetsVenture and others in June 2022. The proceeds will be used for growth in operations, geographical reach, technological advancements, marketing endeavors and overall organizational development. Founded in 2018 by Tarun lawadia and Sameer Kalra, PumPumPum works in B2B2C & B2C pre-owned car leasing model. It offers a subscription-based platform that prioritizes consumer convenience, flexibility, and affordability. Through the integration of technology and data analytics, the firm delivers an easy and personalized experience for accessibility and convenience. Earlier this month, IPV invested in edtech startup MyCaptain in its Rs 14 crore (approximately $1.7 million) new round. Its recent investments include BonV Aero, AllTrak, Onedioss, among others.

ACS Energy raises Rs 1.1 Cr in pre-seed round led by IPV

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ACS Energy raises Rs 1.1 Cr in pre-seed round led by IPV
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ACS Energy raises Rs 1.1 Cr in pre-seed round led by IPV EV charging startup ACS Energy has raised Rs 1.1 crore (around $132K) in a pre-seed funding round led by Inflection Point Ventures (IPV). The proceeds will be used to deploy 5,000 UPI-enabled EV charging stations across Maharashtra and Gujarat, and to develop AI-driven energy management systems for high-rise buildings. Founded in 2022 by Jash Sheth and Mihir Bhanushali, ACS Energy is a UPI-enabled EV charging platform, combining hardware and software to make charging more efficient and accessible. Its chargers support two, three, and four-wheelers and integrate with the ACS Pay system, allowing users to complete transactions instantly through UPI. The startup is addressing a major gap in charging infrastructure for high-rise buildings and residential complexes, offering AI-based systems that manage power distribution and reduce energy waste. Currently active in Mumbai, Pune, Surat, Ahmedabad, and Kerala, ACS Energy plans to expand nationwide. As per market research, India’s EV charging market is projected to reach $13 billion by 2032, and ACS aims to be a key player in this growth by enabling seamless, digital-first charging experiences.

Parkobot raises Rs 2.09 Cr in seed round led by IPV

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Parkobot raises Rs 2.09 Cr in seed round led by IPV
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Snippets Parkobot raises Rs 2.09 Cr in seed round led by IPV IoT-based parking startup Parkobot has raised Rs 2.09 crore (around $243K) in a seed round led by Inflection Point Ventures (IPV), with participation from high-net-worth individuals. The funding will be used to expand infrastructure, enter new markets, enhance backend operations, and diversify its product portfolio. Founded by Amrit Choudhury, Raj Kumar Bihani, and Animesh Mukherjee, Parkobot is currently in stealth mode as it lays the groundwork for scale. It offers a tech-enabled solution that allows users to monetize their private parking spaces through an IoT-powered smart parking space barrier integrated with the Parkobot mobile app. It operates as a real-time, on-demand platform by enabling hourly rentals of unused spots. The platform currently manages over 20,000 bookings each month and is built on a proprietary tech stack that includes scalable IoT devices and an in-house Parking Management System (PMS). It supports automated, pre-booked parking experiences with minimal manual intervention. The startup has already deployed its smart barriers at key high-traffic locations and aims to reduce urban congestion by optimizing underutilized parking spaces.

MangoPoint raises $1 Mn in pre-Series A round led by IPV

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MangoPoint raises $1 Mn in pre-Series A round led by IPV
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MangoPoint raises $1 Mn in pre-Series A round led by IPV Chennai-based agritech exporter MangoPoint has secured $1 million in a pre-Series A funding round led by Inflection Point Ventures (IPV), with participation from The Chennai Angels, Native Angel Network, Keiretsu Forum India, Fondation Botnar, IIM-CAN, Metis Family Office, and JITO Incubation and Innovation Foundation. The fresh funds will be used to scale infrastructure, expand into new markets, strengthen backend operations, and diversify product offerings. Founded in 2018 by Manjula Gandhi Rooban and Prasanna Venkatarathnam, MangoPoint is a premium exporter of chemical-free, single-origin Indian mangoes and processed mango products, primarily serving North America and Europe. The startup handles over 2,000 metric tonnes of mangoes annually and plans to scale this tenfold to 20,000 MT in the coming years. It has APEDA and NPPO-recognized packhouses, and FDA clearance for exports to key international markets. As per the market research, the global mango industry is valued at $60 billion, with India contributing $20 billion, growing at 4.9%–8% CAGR.

Hudle raises Rs 7 Cr in pre-Series A round

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Hudle raises Rs 7 Cr in pre-Series A round
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Sportstech platform Hudle has raised Rs 7 crore in its pre-Series A round led by Inflection Point Ventures and Sky Impact Capital. The round also saw participation from Survam Partners and Anay Ventures. The proceeds will be used for footprint expansion, product enhancements and marketing efforts, the company said in a press release. Founded by Suhail Narain, Arjun Singh Verma and Sonam Taneja, Hudle is a sports tech platform catering to the preventive healthcare market. It helps sports and fitness enthusiasts to discover venues in their hyper local markets, book sports activities and connect with like-minded individuals to form communities. Backed by brand ambassadors like Ajinkya Rahane, Hudle claims to have facilitated over one lakh games per month across 1,300 venues in 60 cities. It has an engaged community of over five Lakh players. Last month, IPV invested in edtech startup MyCaptain in its Rs 14 crore (approximately $1.7 million) new round and fintech mobility startup Pumpumpum. Its recent investments include BonV Aero, AllTrak, and Onedioss, among others. According to data intelligence platform TheKredible, Inflection Point Ventures emerged as the most active investors in Q1 2024 with 11 investments. Blume Ventures, Venture Catalysts and Fireside Ventures were next on the list.

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