Author: Priyanka Chauhan

New Delhi: Pilgrim, one of India’s fastest-growing D2C personal care brands, has announced the expansion of leadership with the appointment of two new team members to accelerate omnichannel strategy and footprint in the brick-and-mortar model. Anirudh Likhite has been appointed as Vice President-Supply Chain and Procurement and Nilesh Kambli as the Senior Vice President-Customer Experience. In their new role, they will play an important part in delivering easy product accessibility, superior experience, and quality across both digital and physical touchpoints. Being an online-first D2C brand, e-retail has been the primary distribution model for Pilgrim till now. As Pilgrim forays into offline channels, the new leadership’s…

Chennai: In a strategic move aimed at reinforcing its leadership and digital initiatives in empowering MSMEs, UGRO Capital is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Om Sharma as its Chief Operating Officer (COO). As the COO of UGRO Mr. Sharma would provide strategic supervision to UGRO’s strong 140-member in-house technology team and over 200-member strong operations team. An alumnus of the prestigious Indian School of Business (ISB) with an MBA in Strategy and Finance and a Mechanical Engineer by training, Mr. Sharma brings to UGRO Capital a rich blend of expertise and passion for harnessing technology to foster business growth.…

New Delhi: The landscape of online trading has undergone a significant transformation over the years, and one of the most disruptive innovations has been the emergence of discount brokers and zero brokerage platforms. These platforms have redefined the way investors and traders participate in the financial markets, bringing down costs and expanding access like never before. In this article, we will delve into the concepts of discount and zero brokerage and take a closer look at some prominent players in the field, including Shoonya by Finvasia, Zerodha, Groww, Angel One, and Upstox. The Evolution of Zero Brokerage Platforms and Discount…

Chennai: LIC, India’s leading life Insurance company, is pleased to announce its remarkable 67th anniversary, symbolizing decades of trust, integrity and excellence in the Insurance industry. As we reflect on our journey, we take immense pride in the outstanding performance showcased in the past. LIC has floated a Special Revival Campaign for lapsed policies with effect from 01.09.2023 for its valued policyholders. With a legacy spanning over Six decades,  LIC has witnessed tremendous growth and emerged as a key player in the Indian Insurance Market; catering to the diverse needs of millions of policyholders, LIC continues to set new standards…

Mumbai: Founded by Samir N. Kapadia, The India Index LLC (India Index) successfully raised $500K in their seed funding round, led by a group of private investors from the United States and India. Key investors, including Mr Parth Jindal (JSW Group), Mr Vaaman Sehgal (Motherson Group), Mr Robert Lansing (Westminster Capital) and other private investors, participated in the pre-seed round. India Index is a cloud-based B2B supply chain marketplace that helps American buyers and Indian suppliers search, filter and vet supply chain partners through a seamless and cost-effective process. Since its launch, India Index has managed to establish a growing…

New Delhi: French Essence, the renowned brand of high-end scents, is poised to redefine elegance with the release of its captivating TVC. This seventy-second work of art transports viewers on a perfumed journey that expertly blends the spirit of France with the allure of India. French Essence, which was created with extreme care, embodies France in every drop. The TVC, filmed in the splendor of a palace in Europe, reflects the brand’s dedication to providing an experience that is nothing short of amazing. Even from the comfort of their homes, viewers may go to the flowering fields of France thanks to…

Kolkata: Jiwanram Sheoduttrai Industries Ltd. (JSIL), a dominant player in the global personal protective equipment market (PPE Market) and a top leader in the domestic market with a long-sustaining relationship with overseas buyers, has filed draft papers to raise funds through an initial public offering (IPO). The company received approval from NSE SME on the Draft Prospectus on 29th August 2023, the Merchant Banker being Affinity Global Capital Market Private Limited (AGCMPL). Jiwanram started its operations with the manufacturing of PPEs way back in 1997. The company established a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility and started exporting to the USA, Spain, Germany and…

New Delhi: PURE EV, one of the leading EV2W OEMs in the country, has launched its newest EV dealership showroom, Fusion India JRB Private Limited, at Calicut, Kerala, in the presence of Mr. Rinesh T (Municipal Councillor). The showroom, located in Calicut, Kerala, is a premium experience centre showcasing the range of electric motorcycles and scooters of PURE Brand. PURE EV has crossed 70,000+ deliveries of EV2W through its wide network of dealerships across the country and abroad. The Company has established a 1,00,000 sq.ft. factory in Telangana comprising vehicle and in-house battery manufacturing divisions. The Company is further in…

Gurugram: ShipEase, India’s most efficient logistics company, has raised $1 M in a Pre-Series A Round led by Inflection Point Ventures. The funds raised will be utilized to expand the team, improve the technology, develop new efficient products and brand building.  ShipEase is a SAAS-based logistics provider helping D2C brands and SME e-tailers in making their supply chain efficient. The funds raised will be utilized in team expansion, tech improvisation, new product development, Marketing and Brand building. Inflection Point Ventures (IPV) has so far invested over INR 600 Cr across 190+ deals. ShipEase is a SAAS-based logistics provider helping D2C…

New Delhi: India’s dynamic trading landscape is being revolutionised by the introduction of smart trading, a form of digital trading that involves systems that leverage advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine learning infused with financial expertise, affecting a transformation in the way traders operate and opening up the markets for a larger population to participate in. Data has always played a significant role in deciding who has the upper hand in the market, and earlier, advanced market analysis and access to multiple data sources were exclusive to the big players.  However, the emergence of platforms such as Shoonya…