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The Circle FC concludes ‘The Water Challenge' Accelerator Programme with Demo Day

OutlookIndiaOutlookIndia · 1y ago
The Circle FC concludes ‘The Water Challenge' Accelerator Programme with Demo Day
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The Circle FC, a business accelerator known as 'The Circle: Founders Club,' recently concluded its water-themed accelerator program called "The Water Challenge" with a Demo Day. The event included a panel discussion on climate-tech innovations, and the jury panel consisted of investors and venture capitalists in the climate tech sector. Nine start-ups presented their solutions, ranging from water purifiers and infrastructure intelligence to hygiene solutions and smart agriculture platforms. Three start-ups received awards sponsored by IDE Technologies and Absolute, a bioscience company. The Circle FC aims to support startups through mentoring, business services, funding, and collaborations.

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Nikhil Kamath and Kishore Biyani launch The Foundery to build early-stage startups in 90 days

EntrackrEntrackr · 6d ago
Nikhil Kamath and Kishore Biyani launch The Foundery to build early-stage startups in 90 days
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Nikhil Kamath and Kishore Biyani have jointly launched The Foundery, a residential business launchpad aimed at identifying and building early-stage Indian startups. Positioned as a co-founder factory, The Foundery operates a 90-day residential programme where participants work on taking ideas from concept to an investible business. The model combines elements of a school, accelerator, and venture studio, with a strong focus on hands-on execution rather than classroom learning. Participants work closely with operators, investors, and domain experts to validate ideas, build products, test market fit, and structure companies. Those selected retain up to 25% equity in the ventures they help create. Startups that clear internal milestones can receive seed funding of up to Rs 4 crore, along with continued strategic support after the programme. The Foundery is open to aspiring founders, early-stage entrepreneurs, and mid-career professionals. The selection process prioritises problem-solving ability, creativity, and founder mindset over formal credentials or polished pitches. Applicants go through multiple evaluation rounds focused on idea clarity, execution thinking, and resilience. Mentors associated with The Foundery include Vijay Shekhar Sharma, Kunal Bahl, Mithun Sacheti, Varun Berry, Rama Bijapurkar, and Aakrit Vaish, among others. Each cohort concludes with a demo day where startups pitch to a curated investor group. Alongside venture building, the programme also includes a “School of Life” track focused on decision-making, resilience, and founder psychology. The Foundery will operate as a residential campus-based programme and plans to run multiple cohorts annually.

India Accelerator, V S Fortune launch Rs 100 Cr LeapFWD program for 10 proptech startups

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India Accelerator, V S Fortune launch Rs 100 Cr LeapFWD program for 10 proptech startups
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India Accelerator, V S Fortune launch Rs 100 Cr LeapFWD program for 10 proptech startups India Accelerator (IA), a multistage fund-led accelerator, in collaboration with V S Fortune, has launched LeapFWD, a sector-focused accelerator program designed to identify, nurture, and scale high-potential startups driving innovation in the proptech and construction tech sectors. The initiative aims to bridge the gap between innovation and industry adoption by empowering ten promising startups working at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and construction efficiency. Through a four-month accelerator program, startups will gain access to structured mentorship, business development opportunities, and a joint funding pool of Rs 100 to 150 crore, supported by IA, V S Fortune, and their investor networks. LeapFWD will serve as a launchpad for startups developing solutions in areas such as smart real estate, automation in construction, sustainable materials, and digital infrastructure. Participating startups will also have the opportunity to pilot their innovations with real estate developers, infrastructure companies, and other ecosystem partners. The program will culminate in a Demo Day, where founders will pitch their solutions to a curated audience of investors, industry leaders, and corporate partners. The first LeapFWD cohort will begin in December 2025 and run until March 2026, concluding with a Demo Day where participating startups will present their innovations to investors, corporates, and ecosystem stakeholders. Founded in 2017, India Accelerator is a multistage, fund-led accelerator recognized as one of India’s leading platforms for nurturing startups across diverse sectors. With expertise in defense tech, artificial intelligence, energy, mobility, sustainability, health tech, and consumer domains, IA provides startups with mentorship, industry linkages, capital access, and global networks. V S Fortune is a strategic advisory and business management firm focused on real estate and construction. The firm partners with enterprises, investors, and entrepreneurs to drive sustainable growth through innovation, collaboration, and ecosystem partnerships.

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