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Store My Goods raises Rs 4 Cr led by JIIF

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Store My Goods raises Rs 4 Cr led by JIIF
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Store My Goods raises Rs 4 Cr led by JIIF Storage solutions startup Store My Goods has raised Rs 4 crore (approximately $460K) in a growth funding round led by JITO Incubation and Innovation Foundation (JIIF) and family offices. The latest infusion is part of the company’s ongoing efforts to close a $1 million round, with participation from prominent family offices. The proceeds will be used for expansion across new geographies, enhancing technology infrastructure, and strengthening its leadership team, Store My Goods said in a press release. Co-founded in December 2021 by Sudeep Gupta and Swati Gupta, Store My Goods offers on-demand, tech-enabled storage and warehousing services to both individuals and businesses. It aims to address a rapidly emerging need in urban India with a tech-driven and scalable approach. The Noida-based startup provides customized storage plans, packaging services, insurance coverage, and secure storage facilities. It caters to both B2B and B2C clients, offering a range of services including self-packaging and self-drop options. Store My Goods aspires to solve multiple storage challenges across both consumer and business segments. On the consumer side, it caters to people dealing with space constraints—offering storage during home renovations, relocations, or as an extension of their homes for seasonal items and personal belongings. For businesses, it serves as a scalable warehousing alternative—helping startups and SMEs manage inventory, promotional material, or archived documents without long-term lease liabilities. The company claims that it currently operates in five major Indian metros—Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, and Pune—and has sold over 50,000 months of storage subscriptions to more than 5,000 customers. It was also featured on Shark Tank India Season 1.

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JIIF investors invest in Rs 350 Cr consumer-focused fund by Atomic Capital

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JIIF investors invest in Rs 350 Cr consumer-focused fund by Atomic Capital
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Investors from the early-stage angel network JIIF have invested in a Rs 350 crore fund by Atomic Capital, a newly launched consumer-focused venture capital firm. JIIF-affiliated angel investors alone contributed Rs 26.5 crore to the fund. According to JIIF, this is the largest collective bet by JIIF’s investors in the consumer VC space, underscoring rising conviction in India’s next wave of consumption, driven by digital-first brands, regional demand, and wellness-oriented products. Commenting on the investment, Jeenendra Bhandari, Chairman of JIIF, said, “It is a proud moment to see JIIF members backing Atomic Capital’s first fund. Their investment aligns with our broader thesis of supporting category-defining, purpose-led startups. India’s consumer opportunity is massive, and Atomic’s operating model is well positioned to unlock enduring brand value.” Atomic Capital operates with an “Operating VC” approach, offering not just capital but also hands-on support in brand building, growth marketing, supply chain optimization, and leadership hiring. In FY25, JIIF’s investor base deployed over Rs 60 crore across more than 20 startups spanning fintech, healthtech, AI, logistics, and consumer. The network now supports a portfolio of over 150 companies. Mumbai-based Atomic Capital, an early-stage VC firm founded in 2024 by Apoorv Gautam, combines strategic depth with on-ground execution.

Jewelbox raises $3.2 Mn in pre-Series A round

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Jewelbox raises $3.2 Mn in pre-Series A round
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Lab-grown diamond brand Jewelbox has raised $3.2 million in a pre-Series A funding round led by V3 Ventures, with participation from Atrium Angels, Dexter Ventures, Infinyte Club, Samarthya Capital, and existing investor JITO Incubation & Innovation Foundation (JIIF). In March 2024, the Kolkata-based startup had raised Rs 3.7 crore in seed funding from JIIF. The proceeds will be used to grow its store network, build brand awareness, and hire across key departments. Founded in May 2022 by siblings Vidita Kochar Jain and Nipun Kochar, Jewelbox sells lab-grown diamond jewellery through both online and offline channels. The firm reported an annual revenue run rate (ARR) of Rs 38 crore for FY25, up from Rs 16 crore the previous year. Jewelbox currently runs eight stores in six cities—Delhi, Gurgaon, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata, and Guwahati—and aims to expand to 30 stores by the end of 2025. In the lab-grown diamond space, Jewelbox will compete with a clutch of firms, including COLUXE, Fiona Diamonds, Limelight Lab Grown Diamonds, and Firefly Diamonds. Aditya Birla-backed GIVA also offers a lab-grown diamond jewellery line. Last month, Firefly Diamonds raised $3 million in its seed round led by WestBridge Capital. Jewelbox and other new brands have asked the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) to stop the use of the term "synthetic" for lab-grown diamonds, saying it confuses with imitation stones like cubic zirconia.

JIIF incubated Startup Select Brands raises 6.5 Cr in pre-Series A

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JIIF incubated Startup Select Brands raises 6.5 Cr in pre-Series A
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Select Brands, incubated at JITO Incubation and Innovation Foundation (JIIF), has secured Rs 6.5 crore in its Pre-Series A funding round led by Agra Gwalior Pathways and Airen Holdings. Other marquee investors include We Founder Circle, Prataap Snacks, Apricot Foods, Workie, and IVY League Ventures. The funding will be utilised to expand its current operations and to explore new territories and broaden its reach through category expansion, the company said in a press release. Founded by brothers Agam Choudhary and Saksham Jain in 2022, Select Brands’ journey began with the launch of Kyari in April 2022, a D2C brand offering home-grown plants. With multiple plant varieties catering to different needs and spaces, Kyari quickly gained traction among plant enthusiasts. “Basically, we are entering multiple categories by launching new brands and focusing on the growth of existing ones. Approximately 70% of the capital will be invested in existing sub-brand growth, which is Kyari, while around 30% will be allocated to new sub-brands,” said Choudhary in a press release. Kyari claims to have sales of Rs 4 crore in its first fiscal year (FY23) and currently records monthly sales of approximately Rs 1.5 crore. JITO Incubation Centre is a structured program that helps with essential resources for startups, including vital components such as mentorship, a global network, technology, peripheral services (such as legal and financial assistance), and business connections, all under one roof.

Almonds Ai raises Rs 16 Cr in Seed funding round

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Almonds Ai raises Rs 16 Cr in Seed funding round
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url: https://entrackr.com/snippets/almonds-ai-raises-rs-16-cr-in-seed-funding-round-8720730 Content: Almonds Ai, a channel loyalty and rewards platform, has raised Rs 16 crore (nearly $1.9 million) in a seed funding round co-led by promoters of Haldiram’s and JITO Incubation and Innovation Foundation (JIIF). The round also saw participation from Venture Catalysts, Ever Grow Capital, Nine ALPS, and other investors such as Hemant Jain and OfBusiness co-founder Nitin Jain. The proceeds will be utilized to accelerate R&D initiatives, expand the team, and enhance product offerings, Almonds Ai said in a press release. Co-founded in 2020 by Abhinav Jain and Apurv Modi, Almonds Ai aims to redefine how brands engage with their distribution networks through cutting-edge AI technology, enhancing engagement, education, and rewards for retailers, dealers, and influencers. Almonds Ai states that its flagship Channelverse ecosystem and green loyalty programs aim to create an impact in AI-driven loyalty management and sustainability, enabling businesses to build deeper, data-driven relationships with their distribution networks. The Gurugram-based company claims to have 100 distribution-led organizations and a network of 6 million channel partners, including retailers, dealers, and professionals such as drivers, painters, and mechanics. Almonds Ai asserts that its AI-powered platform will play a crucial role in optimizing sales channels, improving partner engagement, and driving customer retention across sectors.

Blitz raises Rs 51 Cr in Series A round led by IvyCap Ventures

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Blitz raises Rs 51 Cr in Series A round led by IvyCap Ventures
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Blitz (previously Grow Simplee), a same-day delivery platform for omnichannel sellers, has raised Rs 51 crore in its Series A round led by IvyCap Ventures. Existing investors India Quotient and Alteria capital along with notable angels, including Ramesh Bafna of Zepto, Siddharth from Snitch, and Bestseller CEO Vinit Gautam, Amitabh Suri CEO Arvind Fashion have also participated in the round along with existing angel investors. Earlier in July last year, Blitz had raised $3 million in its seed round from India Quotient, Better Capital, First Cheque, and Titan Capital. The proceeds will be used to enhance its 60-minute delivery infrastructure and expand its dark store network across India’s major 20 cities. Founded in 2020 by Gaurav Piyush, Mayank Varshney, and Yash Sharma, Blitz connects brands and consumers with 60-minute deliveries from local stores and same-day shipments from urban warehouses. Its dark store model is set to become a key logistics asset for e-commerce players aiming to offer fast, reliable deliveries. Sellers can predict and store inventory near their customers in Blitz’s dark stores, offer 4-hour delivery to buyers, and fulfill all orders on the same day. The startup claims to have helped its clients with a 29% increase in business growth while reducing Return-to-Origin (RTO) rates by 40%. Blitz is operational in 10 cities including Bengaluru, Delhi, NCR, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Chandigarh, and Pune.

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