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HomeRun raises Rs 60 Cr in Series A led by Sorin Investments

EntrackrEntrackr · 1m ago
HomeRun raises Rs 60 Cr in Series A led by Sorin Investments
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HomeRun raises Rs 60 Cr in Series A led by Sorin Investments HomeRun, an on-demand platform for construction and interior materials, has raised Rs 60 crore (around $6.6 million) in a Series A funding round led by Sorin Investments, which invested Rs 40 crore. The remaining capital came primarily from Titan Capital Winners Fund, along with participation from Sparrow Capital, Consumer Collective by Atrium, and Helios Holdings. The round comes just three months after the Bengaluru-based startup raised Rs 9 crore in a seed funding round co-led by Titan Capital and Sparrow Capital in November last year. The fresh proceeds will be used to expand product categories, strengthen sourcing and supply-chain capabilities, scale dark-store infrastructure, invest in fulfillment technology, and enter new cities. Founded in 2024 by Pukhraj Grewal, HomeRun operates a quick commerce platform focused on construction and home-improvement materials. It delivers products such as cement, plywood, electricals, plumbing supplies, hardware, adhesives, and finishing materials within 60–90 minutes through a hyperlocal dark-store network. HomeRun serves homeowners and contractors, addressing supply disruptions, pricing opacity, and delays in procurement. It competes with traditional retailers and the likes of IBO and Material Depot.

91Trucks begins Series A round with 5.5X valuation surge

EntrackrEntrackr · 10m ago
91Trucks begins Series A round with 5.5X valuation surge
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91Trucks, an online platform specializing in commercial vehicle listings, raised Rs 42.9 crore ($5 million) in its Series A round led by Arkam Ventures with the participation from Titan Capital and others. 91Trucks, an online platform specializing in commercial vehicle listings, raised Rs 42.9 crore ($5 million) in its Series A round led by Arkam Ventures through associate (Unitary Fund), with the participation from Titan Capital, Sparrow Capital, and Atrium Angels. 91Truck’s board has issued 2,247 Series A CCPS at an issue price of Rs 1,88,578 each to raise the aforementioned amount, its regulatory filings accessed from the Registrar of Companies (RoC) show. Arkam Ventures led the round with Rs 25.2 crore (approximately $3 million) followed by Titan Capital, which injected Rs 15 crore. Sparrow Capital and Atrium Angels also joined the round with Rs 1.73 crore and Rs 1 crore investment, respectively. The proceeds from this round will be utilized for capital expenditures, marketing, and general corporate purposes, the filings said. As per Entrackr’s estimates, the Gurugram-based company’s valuation has soared 5.5X to Rs 280 crore or $33 million (post-allotment of Series A round), compared to Rs 50.47 crore at the time of its seed round. Launched in 2022, 91Trucks offers information on new and used trucks, buses, and auto rickshaws—including prices, specs, comparisons, and dealer contacts. As per its website, it also runs five physical stores in Delhi-NCR and Meerut for affordable used vehicle purchases. Startup data platform TheKredible shows Arkam Ventures as the largest external shareholder in the company with a 9% stake, followed by Titan Capital (5.35%) and Sparrow Capital (4.94%). For the fiscal year ending in March 2024, 91Trucks reported Rs 10.11 crore revenue, compared to Rs 3.95 crore in FY23. Looking at the bottom line, its losses stood at less than Rs 1 crore. It’s yet to disclose FY25 numbers.

Bubble tea brand Boba Bhai raises Rs 30 Cr in Series A round

EntrackrEntrackr · 1y ago
Bubble tea brand Boba Bhai raises Rs 30 Cr in Series A round
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Bubble tea brand Boba Bhai, a quick-service restaurant (QSR) brand focused on bubble tea and other food items, has raised Rs 30 crore (around $3.4 Mn) in its Series A round led by 8i Ventures. The round also saw participation from existing backers, including Titan Capital Winners Fund, Global Growth Capital, and DEVC among others. Earlier, the startup raised Rs 12.5 crore in its seed round led by Titan Capital and Global Growth Capital UK. The proceeds will be used to expand to new cities, scale operations, and introduce innovative menu offerings. Founded by Dhruv Kohli, Boba Bhai currently has 42 outlets in nine cities and plans to open over 150 stores by the end of the year. Approximately 70% of orders are generated through its website and platforms like Zomato, Swiggy, and ONDC.

Exclusive: 91Trucks set to raise new round led by Arkam Ventures

EntrackrEntrackr · 1y ago
Exclusive: 91Trucks set to raise new round led by Arkam Ventures
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Exclusive: 91Trucks set to raise new round led by Arkam Ventures 91Trucks, an online platform specializing in commercial vehicle listings, is all set to raise a new round to the tune of Rs 30-35 crore ($3.5-4 million), according to sources aware of the development. Arkam Ventures is leading a Rs 30-35 crore funding round in 91Trucks, with some existing investors expected to participate, according to a source. "The terms of the deal have been finalized, and an official announcement is expected soon.” Founded in 2022 by Abhishek Gautam, Siddharth Sharma, and Vikas Sharma, 91Trucks is a Gurugram-based platform that provides reviews, specifications, and customer ratings for trucks, buses, and three-wheelers, helping users make informed purchasing decisions. It works closely with automotive manufacturers, dealers, banks, and NBFCs to offer IT solutions and financing options. In May 2024, 91Trucks secured seed funding from investors including Titan Capital, Atrium Angels, and Sparrow Capital. However, the company did not announce the fundraise in the media. As per sources, 91Trucks may get a $15-20 million valuation post money. 91Trucks declined to comment on the story, while queries sent to Arkam Ventures did not elicit a response until the time of publication. According to startup data intelligence platform TheKredible, Titan Capital is the largest external shareholder in the company with a 5.78% stake, followed by Sparrow Capital with 4.72%. For the fiscal year ending in March 2024, 91Trucks reported Rs 10.11 crore revenue against Rs 3.95 crore in FY23. During the last fiscal year, its losses stood at less than Rs 1 crore. Arkam Ventures, which backed companies like Jar, Kreditbee, Jai-Kisan, Jumbotail, and Signzy through its first fund, introduced its second fund of $180 million in June 2023, with plans to invest in around 20 early-stage startups.

QSR chain Boba Bhai raises $4.3 Mn

EntrackrEntrackr · 12d ago
QSR chain Boba Bhai raises $4.3 Mn
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Quick service restaurant (QSR) chain Boba Bhai has secured $4.3 million (approx. Rs 40 crore) in a funding round from its existing investors 8i Ventures, Titan Capital, Winners Fund, and Global Growth Capital, along with participation from Big Capital and other angel investors. The Bengaluru-based startup had earlier raised Rs 30 crore (around $3.4 million) in its Series A round led by 8i Ventures in January last year and Rs 12.5 crore in a seed funding round led by Titan Capital and Global Growth Capital UK. The proceeds will be deployed to accelerate store expansion, strengthen leadership, and launch new products, Boba Bhai said in a press release. Launched in 2023 by Dhruv Kohli, Boba Bhai specializes in Korean-inspired fusion cuisine and bubble tea. The company operates multiple outlets and cloud kitchens and aims to scale to 300 stores by 2026, offering items like gochujang burgers, K-pop-inspired dishes, and packaged beverages. Boba Bhai offers more than 45 bubble tea flavors, Korean-style burgers, Korean fried chicken, rice/noodle bowls, and fries. It operates with a mix of offline stores and high-volume delivery through Swiggy, Zomato, and Blinkit. The brand said it is growing by about 40–50% month-on-month on quick commerce and intends to be present on all platforms while entering more cities. It aims to cross Rs 100 crore ARR in the next two months. According to Boba Bhai, it reported revenue of Rs 5 crore in FY24, which increased to Rs 30 crore in FY25. The brand claims to currently have 90 outlets across the country, with about 55 outlets offering seating options and the rest acting as delivery hubs.

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