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Gujarat's Rogue Opportunities commits Rs 25 crore to invest in Indian startups
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1y ago
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Ahmedabad-based Rogue Opportunities, a community of founders and strategic angel investors, has announced its commitment of Rs 25 crore to invest in Indian startups in the next 12 months.
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Aroa Venture Partners launches $50 million fund
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Aroa Venture Partners, a venture capital firm, has launched a new fund with a target corpus of Rs 400 crore ($50 million). The Aroa Opportunities Fund plans to invest from seed to Series C and aims to deploy cheques of Rs 4 crore to Rs 40 crore across 20-25 startups. The firm also has a feeder vehicle in Singapore to pool investment capital. Real estate and Web3 are excluded from their investment sectors. Founder Gaurav Gulati previously worked at Innov8 and was a co-founder of Purist.
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IFC commits Rs 460 cr to IndiGrid to build India's largest battery energy storage project
Economic Times
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1m ago
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IFC, part of the World Bank Group, has committed Rs 460 crore to develop India's largest standalone battery energy storage system in Gujarat through IndiGrid. This project, which supports Gujarat's clean energy goals and aims for 100 GW of renewable capacity by 2030, will enhance grid stability and provide reliable power during peak demand. The financing includes $38.5 million from IFC and $16.5 million from the Clean Technology Fund. This initiative is crucial for India's clean energy transition.
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VentureSoul Partners declares first close of Rs 600 crore maiden fund; raises Rs 146.5 crore
Economic Times
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11m ago
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VentureSoul Partners, a venture debt firm, has completed the initial close of its maiden fund, raising Rs 146.5 crore out of a total target of Rs 600 crore. The fund plans to invest in around 25 startups, with an average investment size of Rs 20-25 crore. VentureSoul has already secured commitments from various investors, including family offices, corporates, and high-net-worth individuals. The firm aims to support startups at Series A or later stages with established business models. The first investment is expected to be finalized soon, with three to four deals anticipated by the end of the year.
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IndiGo to invest ₹30 crore in new unit to finance aviation assets
Money Control
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1y ago
Medial
IndiGo operator InterGlobe Aviation on Monday announced its board has approved the creation of a new subsidiary with an investment of up to ₹30 crore. The subsidiary, which will be located in Gujarat's GIFT City, will finance aviation assets, a filing stated. As per reports, it will invest in startups in areas like aviation, travel, hospitality and transportation.
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JITO Shark Angels commits Rs 30 Cr to startups at JIIF Flames Summit
Entrackr
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5m ago
Medial
Four high-growth startups have secured funding in a bridge round worth Rs 30 crore at a recently held seed funding initiative by JITO Shark Angels. The JITO Shark Angels Pitch & Rise session during the JIIF Flames Summit saw Investors Madanlal Gundecha, Ecosystem Ventures founder Abhishek Sanghvi, Kiran Dantewadia, and Rajesh Jain leading the funding round. The investment was strategically allocated in the D2C consumer tech sector directed towards smart technology and sustainability. These funds aim to accelerate innovation and strengthen India's business landscape by backing ventures with significant growth potential. The JIIF Flames Summit provided a platform for discussions on investment trends, family business governance, and emerging market opportunities. Sessions covered Pre-IPO investments, stock markets, real estate, and gold, along with insights into the impact of Budget 2025 on business decisions. JITO Shark Angels supports high-potential startups across diverse sectors. Internationally, the initiative has also made its mark, with a Dubai edition witnessing a Rs 20 crore commitment from investors across logistics, space, fintech, and SaaS AI. Companies like Elixia and Astrophel Aerospace were among the beneficiaries of this funding. The JITO Incubation and Innovation Foundation (JIIF) is the innovation and entrepreneurship arm of JITO, committed to nurturing ideas and fostering businesses among its members. JIIF provides a platform for startups and established businesses to collaborate, innovate, and scale through strategic support, mentorship, and funding opportunities. It aims to expand impact across industries while promoting sustainable and community-centric growth.
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YouTube plans to invest over Rs 850 crore to boost Indian content creators
Economic Times
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3m ago
Medial
YouTube plans to invest over Rs 850 crore to boost Indian creators, artists, and media companies, as revealed by CEO Neal Mohan. Indian content amassed 45 billion hours of global watch time last year. In three years, YouTube paid over Rs 21,000 crore to Indian creators. Over 100 million Indian channels, including Prime Minister Modi's with 25 million subscribers, have benefited. India's vibrant creator economy is growing, supported by YouTube's global connectivity and cultural export power.
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SenseAI floats $25 Mn maiden VC fund to back Indian AI startups
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
SenseAI Ventures has launched its first venture capital fund with a target corpus of INR 200 Cr ($25 Mn) to invest in Indian AI startups. The fund aims to support 18-20 AI-first startups from seed to Pre-Series A stages, with plans for follow-on investments. SenseAI Ventures already has a portfolio of 12 startups in AI SaaS, AI B2C, and AI Tools sectors. The generative AI market in India is expected to grow from $1.1 billion in 2023 to over $17 billion by 2030, creating significant opportunities for AI startups.
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Sharechat says adjusted EBITDA losses fell sharply in FY24 to Rs 793 crore
Economic Times
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8m ago
Medial
Indian social media company Sharechat reported a 67% decrease in adjusted EBITDA losses to Rs 793 crore in FY24, along with a 33% increase in revenue. The company aims to achieve cash breakeven by March 2025 and plans to invest in growth and explore acquisition opportunities. Sharechat's revenue grew to Rs 718 crore in FY24 from Rs 540 crore in FY23, while adjusted EBITDA losses reduced from Rs 2,400 crore to Rs 793 crore. Sharechat is looking to add more investors ahead of a potential IPO in 18-24 months.
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VC firm Finvolve aims to invest Rs 300-350 Cr in 2025
YourStory
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5m ago
Medial
Finvolve, a venture capital firm, plans to invest Rs 300-350 crore in 2025, targeting 40-45 startups across various stages, including seed, pre-seed, and growth. Their focus will be on high-impact sectors like robotics, healthcare, energy, and AI. In 2024, they invested Rs 100 crore in 27 startups, including Matter and Zulu Defence. Finvolve aims to provide significant support to Indian startups, believing in their potential to innovate and address global challenges.
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MapmyIndia to invest Rs 25 crore in Zepto - The Economic Times
Economic Times
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1d ago
Medial
MapmyIndia, a digital mapping company, plans to invest Rs 25 crore in Zepto, a quick commerce startup, acquiring a 0.049% stake. This investment is part of Zepto's efforts to increase its Indian ownership by an additional 8-10% before filing for an IPO. Previously, Elcid Investments acquired a stake in Zepto for Rs 7.5 crore. The transactions aim to enhance Indian shareholder presence and prepare Zepto's cap table for its planned public listing.
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