Delhi-NCR based startup Koparo, founded in 2020 by Simran Khara, has achieved remarkable growth since its last funding round of $750K last year. Now, the direct-to-consumer (D2C) brand has secured a Pre-Series A funding of $1.5 million led by Saama Capital, with participation from Fluid Ventures, M Venture Partners, and renowned industry experts such as […]
The fintech giant partners with leading financial institutions and revolutionizes the way Indians engage with financial services PhonePe Group, a prominent fintech player, has announced the launch of its Account Aggregator (AA) services through its subsidiary, PhonePe Technology Services. The move comes after the company received the NBFC-AA license from the Reserve Bank of India […]
In a move that aims to democratize wealth creation and recognize employee dedication, Rebel Foods, the leading cloud kitchen platform, has granted employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs) to an additional 5,000 employees across its 350-plus kitchens and corporate offices in India, the UAE, and the United Kingdom. This latest development brings the total value of […]
Peak XV Partners emerges as an independent entity, providing global opportunities and increased value for founders and LPs Sequoia Capital, a globally renowned venture capital firm, has recently announced a significant rebranding initiative and operational separation, resulting in the formation of Peak XV Partners. With the restructuring, Sequoia’s operations in the United States, India, and […]
Bengaluru-based startup River attracts investments from leading tech investors to expand its electric two-wheeler production and delivery capabilities River, a prominent two-wheeler electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer based in Bengaluru, announced on Tuesday that it has successfully raised $15 million (approximately INR 124 crore) in a recent funding round. The funding round was led by Dubai’s […]
New Delhi-based Fintech Continues to Bolster Executive Roster Following Co-Founder Departures BharatPe, a prominent fintech startup, has recently announced the appointment of Kohinoor Biswas as the head of its consumer lending vertical, solidifying its position in the digital lending landscape. This strategic move comes as the company aims to expand its lending services and enhance […]
In the bustling landscape of American cities, Chinatowns have long stood as cultural landmarks, attracting tourists seeking bargains and exquisite Asian cuisine. However, the origins of these vibrant communities trace back to a challenging period in history when Chinese immigrants sought solace and security in numbers, amidst their outsider status in the United States. Rewind […]
How the Mongols Transformed Eurasia and Accelerated Technological Advancements The rise of the Mongol Empire was a seismic event in Eurasian history. Expanding aggressively from their homelands, the Mongols conquered regions as remote as the Pacific seaboard and the borderlands of Poland and Hungary. Their conquests left behind a trail of devastation and plundered cities, […]
The Remarkable Story of Polynesian Navigators’ Extraordinary Journeys and the Resurgence of Traditional Seafaring Polynesian voyagers accomplished incredible feats of navigation, crossing vast stretches of the Pacific Ocean and settling remote islands using only their knowledge of the stars, waves, currents, clouds, seabird flights, and other natural cues. These skilled navigators reached as far as […]
As the dust settled after the Civil War and the 20th century loomed, a wave of industrialization and technological progress swept across America. The factories and cities buzzed with activity, powered by the toil of overworked and underpaid Americans and immigrants. However, while the working class struggled, a privileged few reveled in the wealth and […]