Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 30: In a world driven by reviews, ratings, influencers, and algorithms, trust online is quietly breaking down. As fake reviews, paid endorsements, and manipulated discovery systems continue to flood the internet, Indian startup Rippl has launched with a mission to bring credibility back to digital recommendations. Officially unveiled at its media summit, The Rippl Effect Edition 1.0 in Mumbai, Rippl is a trust-first social commerce platform designed around one simple belief: people trust people, not platforms. The platform enables users to discover, save, share, and act on recommendations from real people they know, follow, or relate to. From shopping…
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New Delhi: India’s first certified sports collectibles platform, LEGXI, has announced its first international association with the Argentine Football Association, bringing officially licensed, exclusive hand-signed limited-edition collectibles from Argentina’s World Cup-winning football six stars, including Lionel Messi, Emiliano Martínez, Julián Alvarez, Enzo Fernández, Lautaro Martínez and Rodrigo De Paul, across 8 collectible categories. The exclusive AFA Edition collectibles will go live on LEGXI’s official website from June 11th onwards, with PAN India delivery available for customers across the country. The partnership marks a significant milestone for India’s emerging sports collectibles market, positioning LEGXI at the forefront of building a credible…
Mumbai: Pan IIT Alumni India (PIAI), the umbrella organisation representing over 500,000 IIT alumni globally, today soft-launched its flagship think tank – Pan IIT AI Niti (Pariniti) – at a curated gathering at Bombay Gymkhana. The think tank has been established to create a powerful, credible, and independent voice for India’s Artificial Intelligence ecosystem, covering the full depth of the AI value chain – from semiconductors, energy, cloud infrastructure, and data centres to algorithms, governance, and applications. Speaking on the occasion, Prabhat Kumar, Chairman of Pan IIT Alumni India, said: “Pan IIT AI Niti (Pariniti) is a significant step towards…
New Delhi: Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan has been associated with Lux Cozi for several years, and the partnership is now set to continue till 2030. The association, which began in 2016, has grown stronger over time, making it one of the brand’s longest-running collaborations. With Varun continuing as the face of the brand, Lux Cozi aims to further strengthen its appeal among the younger generation. Over the years, the collaboration has helped the brand build a stronger connection with modern audiences through impactful campaigns and relatable messaging. Known for his energetic personality and stylish image, Varun brings a fresh and…
New Delhi: Across India, schools are under increasing pressure to modernize operations while maintaining seamless communication between administrators, teachers, parents, and students. From attendance tracking and fee collection to academic reporting and parent engagement, institutions are expected to manage multiple processes efficiently — often with limited administrative resources. As digital transformation in education accelerates, many schools are moving away from fragmented systems and adopting integrated school ERP platforms that simplify day-to-day operations. Among the solutions gaining attention in the Indian education sector is School Chimes, the school management platform developed by Savyasasy. With more than 3000 schools using the platform across…
Delhi: Physis Capital, the growth-stage venture fund established by Vinay Bansal, Ankur Mittal, Mitesh Shah and Vinod Bansal, the powerhouse team behind Inflection Point Ventures, has announced the final close of its maiden INR 400 Crore fund. The fund attracted strong interest and participation from domestic institutions and family offices, a notable achievement given the subdued fundraising environment over the past two to three years. Physis Capital invests in Pre-Series A to Series B stage startups, with cheque sizes of USD 1–3 million. The fund is sector-agnostic, with a focus on backing startups that deploy technology to address structural problems…
Ahmedabad: The Ahmedabad chapter of ‘Srajan The Spark Group’, an organization known for its contribution to literature and arts, recently organized a grand and memorable event. Held at the prestigious H.K. Hall near the iconic Riverfront in Ahmedabad, the chapter’s first-ever program turned out to be a houseful event, with around 650 to 700 art and music lovers attending enthusiastically. The overwhelming response became a matter of pride for the city. On this special occasion, the organization’s Chief Patron Mr. Prasanna Khamesra, Chief Guest Mr. B.M. Shukla, and Additional Director General of Police Mr. Ajay Chaudhary graced the event with…
Surat: Sarvajanik University, India, and Pwani University, Kenya, successfully launched an International Online Seminar Series under the recently signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two universities. The initiative aims to promote academic collaboration, research exchange, and global learning opportunities. The first session, held on 26 May 2026, featured a lecture by Dr. Kiran Pandya, Provost, Sarvajanik University, on the topic: “Navigating the Philosophical and Methodological Pitfalls of Quantitative Inquiry: From Positivism to Precision – Addressing Critical Issues in Modern Quantitative Research.” The session covered important issues in quantitative research, including aggregation challenges, pooling of data, and model assumptions. A…
Fairdeal enables kirana retailers to replenish inventory in as little as 60 minutes through its dark-store-led supply network. Capital to be deployed toward expanding Fairdeal’s presence across Delhi NCR, entering new urban markets, strengthening technology infrastructure, and scaling its retailer and brand network. WaterBridge Ventures continues as a cornerstone investor from Seed through Series A New Delhi: Fairdeal.Market, a B2B quick commerce platform building the replenishment infrastructure for India’s kirana economy has raised US$15 million in a funding round led by Bertelsmann India Investments (BII). WaterBridge Ventures is returning as a cornerstone investor from seed, and Incubate Asia Fund is…
New Delhi: In 2003, an automotive component manufacturing unit was facing a critical decision. After seven consecutive years of losses, the business had reached a point where its survival was uncertain. A potential buyer, who had initially shown interest in taking over the unit, backed out after due diligence. The owners were left with only two choices: turn the business around or shut it down. At the time, the company was reporting losses of approximately ₹12 crore on a turnover of ₹38 crore. The situation was not just financially strained and there were no easy answers. . When Ravi Gilani, Founder…
