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IORA raises Rs 8.5 Cr funding from Caspian Debt
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1m ago
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IORA raises Rs 8.5 Cr funding from Caspian Debt Founded in 2009 by Swapan Mehra, IORA is an environmental advisory firm with expertise in environmental finance, policy, scientific research, and project implementation. Iora Ecological Solutions (IORA), an enterprise focused on Nature-based Solutions (NbS) for climate action and ecosystem conservation, has raised Rs 8.5 crore (approximately $1 million) in debt funding from Caspian Impact Investments (Caspian Debt). The funds will be used to scale its MegCare agroforestry and land restoration program in Meghalaya, which aims to restore degraded landscapes, improve forest cover, and enhance rural livelihoods through sustainable agroforestry practices, the company said in a press release. According to IORA, MegCare will benefit 80,000 smallholder farmers across Meghalaya through a carbon finance model that links ecosystem restoration with sustainable income generation. IORA claims its solutions for climate change, agriculture, forestry, and biodiversity conservation span 20 million hectares across 27 Indian states, two union territories, and several countries in Southeast Asia, Africa, and South America.
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Fintech startup CredRight raises $9.7 Mn led by Dell Foundation
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1y ago
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Fintech startup CredRight has raised Rs 78 crore ($9.7 million) in a funding round involving equity and debt. The Michael & Susan Dell Foundation led the equity capital funding, joined by existing investors like YourNest, Spearhead Capital, 9Unicorns, and Accion Venture Lab. Debt capital funding came from Blacksoil, Caspian Debt, RevX Capital, and Westen Capital. CredRight plans to expand into new areas, enhance its technology, and provide formal finance access to small businesses and MSMEs. The platform, which serves nano entrepreneurs and aims to address the financing gap, has shown significant growth with one of the lowest NPAs in the industry.
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BlackSoil-Caspian Debt merger secures RBI nod, awaits NCLT approval
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4m ago
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BlackSoil Capital and Caspian Debt have gained RBI approval for their merger, now pending NCLT clearance. This merger will boost BlackSoilโs lending capabilities to startups, MSMEs, and impact-driven businesses while expanding its reach across major Indian cities. The combined entity will manage assets surpassing Rs 2,000 crore and disbursements over Rs 10,000 crore. BlackSoil and Caspian Debt expect to enhance financial inclusion through their integrated expertise and resources in alternative credit and impact investing.
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Fintech startup Care.fi secures Rs 8 Cr in debt
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10m ago
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Healthcare-focused fintech startup Care.fi has raised Rs 8 crore in debt capital, securing Rs 5 crore from Wint Wealth and Rs 3 crore in impact debt capital from Caspian The Gurugram-based company had previously raised $2 million (Rs 16 crore) in debt capital from Trifecta Capital, along with an additional $0.6 million (Rs 5 crore) from UC Inclusive Credit three months ago. The fresh funds will be used to ramp up its presence in the market and invest in the betterment of healthcare fintech especially for optimizing the operational end of hospital management, Care.fi said in a press release. Co-founded in 2021 by Sidak Singh and Vikrant Agarwal, Care.fi is a fintech company offering smart financing solutions to hospitals, doctors, and allied suppliers. It bridges the gaps in funding within the healthcare industry. The company addresses the financial needs of healthcare professionals and institutions, facilitating smoother operations and accelerated growth. According to Care.fi, it is currently working with more than 50 hospitals and has helped over 2,000 patients. It claims that its total disbursals increased by 4x, with cumulative disbursals of $48 million (Rs 400 crore) last year. Care.fi has also received an NBFC license within two years of operation. Other major players in this space are CarePay, SaveIn, and Bajaj Finserv Health.
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OneCard raises Rs 95 Cr debt from Alteria
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1y ago
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Mobile-first credit card startup OneCard has secured Rs 95 crore ($11.44 million) in debt funding from Alteria Capital. The company, which offers co-branded credit cards and a credit score tracking app, will issue 9,500 Series B debentures to raise the funds. The debt funding will be used for business operations. OneCard became a unicorn in 2022 after a Series D funding round and has seen significant growth in revenue, but also a rise in losses. It competes with Slice and Uni in the co-branded credit card space.
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BlackSoil's Ankur Bansal on Caspian merger, future funding plans and possible IPO
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10m ago
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BlackSoil Capital, an alternative credit provider, recently merged with Caspian Debt, an impact investment lender. With a combined asset base of Rs 2,000 crore, the merger will make BlackSoil Capital a major player in the industry. Ankur Bansal, the co-founder and managing director of BlackSoil, discusses the merger, future funding plans, and the possibility of an IPO.
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FincFriends raises Rs 98.5 Cr in debt from other NBFCs
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1m ago
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FincFriends Pvt. Ltd., a non-banking financial company, raised Rs 98.5 crore in debt funding to expand operations and enhance its credit offerings for underserved Indian borrowers. The funding, split between Rs 54.5 crore from other NBFCs and Rs 44 crore via non-convertible debentures, will support the development of personalized credit solutions and fintech infrastructure. Amid a slowdown in unsecured credit, fintech players are adopting cautious strategies to navigate the challenging lending landscape.
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Caspian Debt and BlackSoil Capital announce merger, creating NBFC with Rs 2,000 Cr AUM
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11m ago
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Indian NBFCs Caspian Impact Investments (Caspian Debt) and BlackSoil Capital have announced their merger via a share swap. Following board approval, the combined entity will operate under the BlackSoil name, managing assets exceeding INR 2,000 crore ($270 million). With a collective financing track record of over INR 10,000 crore across more than 450 startups, MSMEs, and companies, the merger aims to enhance market presence and operational efficiency in the alternative credit space. The deal is being advised by Haitong Securities India and BOB Capital Markets.
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Pratilipi raises โน10.11 cr from Alteria Capital
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7m ago
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Bengaluru-based self-publishing platform Pratilipi has raised โน10.11 crore in a bridge funding round, which was a mix of equity and debt, from Alteria Capital. Out of the โน10.11 crore, about โน5 crore was raised in debt and the remaining was equity funding, as per the startups regulatory filings.
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BlackSoil raising fresh capital as merger with Caspian Debt moves forward
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5m ago
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BlackSoil Capital, a non-banking financial company, is raising fresh equity funding as it progresses with its merger with Caspian Impact Investments Pvt. Ltd (Caspian Debt). This move follows their announcement last September about the planned merger. BlackSoil's co-founder and director, Ankur Bansal, is involved in this strategic financial maneuver intended to bolster their capital structure and expand their financial services. The merger aims to enhance their capabilities in delivering impact investments.
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Care.fi secures Rs 7.5 Cr in debt from Vivriti Capital
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4m ago
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Care.fi secures Rs 7.5 Cr in debt from Vivriti Capital Healthcare-focused fintech startup Care.fi has secured Rs 7.5 crore in debt capital from Vivriti Capital. This latest investment follows its previous funding rounds, which included Rs 8 crore in debt capital raised from Wint Wealth and Caspian, along with $2.5 million (around Rs 21 crore) in debt from Trifecta Capital and UC Inclusive Credit. In total, the group has raised approximately Rs 29 crore to date. The fresh funding will be utilized to accelerate its aim to empower Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) for hospitals and expand the reach of RevNow, Care.fi said in a press release. Co-founded in 2021 by Sidak Singh and Vikrant Agarwal, Care.fi aims to weed out the hassles of insurance claims, which remain a complex challenge for hospitals, often leading to delayed discharges, revenue leakages, and operational inefficiencies. According to the Gurugram-based company, its AI-driven RCM platform, RevNow, is making a significant impact by expediting claim settlements and ensuring hospitals receive payments within 3โ5 days post-discharge. It enables 30-minute patient discharges by automating final billing and approvals, drastically reducing wait times. RevNow optimizes hospital workflows with real-time query notifications, automated responses, and integrated mailing services. It also enhances financial transparency by providing real-time reconciliation of cash flows at the entity, unit, and claim levels, offering hospitals greater visibility. โSince our inception, we have focused on solving critical operational pain points in hospital revenue management. With RevNow, we are setting new benchmarks in claims processing efficiency. This latest funding will enable us to scale further, helping hospitals optimize financial workflows while ensuring better patient experiences. As the healthcare ecosystem grows, we aim to continue innovating and improving revenue realization for providers,โ said Sidak Singh, co-founder of Care.fi. Care.fi claims that it is handling over Rs 800 crore in claims across over 300 hospitals and auditing more than 50,000 claims. The platform also aims to expand RevNowโs capabilities and integrate further with hospital information systems (HIS), electronic health records (EHR), and billing platforms.
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