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30 Sep

Somerset Indus Exits Apex Hospitals With 4x Return

Kumar AnshumanBusiness, Investment

Mumbai: Somerset Indus Capital Partners has announced its complete exit from Apex Hospitals, a multispecialty hospital group in Rajasthan. The investment firm reported a fourfold return on its investment, marking the first exit from Somerset Fund II. Somerset invested in Apex in May 2019. Since then, the hospital group has tripled its revenue and recorded more than a fourfold increase in EBITDA, according to the announcement. Apex also doubled its workforce during this period, expanding its presence in Rajasthan. The private equity firm said it supported Apex in initiatives such as the launch of telehealth and e-ICU platforms to extend…

11 Sep

WeHouse raises ₹25 crore Series A funding

Kumar AnshumanInvestment

Hyderabad: WeHouse, a tech-led home construction partner (formerly Hocomoco), has raised ₹25 crore Series A funding, structured as a combination of debt and equity, with participation from Anthill Ventures, and notable investors including Pinnupreddy Jaya Aditya Reddy, Suresh Babu Daggubati, Mohnish Yerra of Leaders for India (LIO), Gaurav Marya of Franchise India Holdings, and others. The fresh capital will be directed towards scaling operations, upgrading technology, and expanding into new cities, with Coimbatore and Ahmedabad launches scheduled this month. With presence in four cities, 400+ projects delivered, and a ₹150 crore order book, WeHouse is positioned at the forefront of…

02 Sep

SAVE Microfinance Secures $3M from IIX Women’s Livelihood Bond™ 7

Kumar AnshumanInvestment

SAVE Microfinance Raises $3 Million from IIX Women’s Livelihood Bond™ 7 to Boost Financial Inclusion New Delhi, September 1, 2025 — SAVE Microfinance Pvt. Ltd., a subsidiary of the SAVE Group and one of India’s leading microfinance institutions, has raised USD 3 million through Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) from the Impact Investment Exchange’s (IIX) Women’s Livelihood Bond™ 7 (WLB7). The investment aims to strengthen the company’s mission of empowering women from underserved and low-income communities by expanding access to affordable credit. The infusion of capital will allow SAVE Microfinance to scale its outreach across India, supporting more women entrepreneurs with sustainable…

02 Sep

Cuzor Raises ₹5 Crore from Kaynes MD Ramesh Kannan, Launches India’s First 70W GaNSense Charger

Kumar AnshumanInvestment

Bengaluru: Consumer electronics startup Cuzor has secured ₹5 crore in seed funding from Ramesh Kannan, Founder & MD of Kaynes Technology India Limited, marking his first personal angel investment. The Bengaluru-based company said the funds will be used to drive product innovation as it expands beyond its Mini UPS category — where it holds a 41% market share — into the fast-charging segment. Alongside the funding, Cuzor unveiled the Pulse 70W, touted as India’s first GaNSense-based 70W charger fully designed, engineered, and manufactured domestically. The device offers industry-first features such as dual-port 25% faster charging, LED status indicators, and a…

07 Aug

True Colors Limited Raises ₹13.5 Crore

Kumar AnshumanInvestment

New Delhi: True Colors Limited, a frontrunner in digital textile printing and fabric processing, has successfully closed a key funding round of ₹13.5 crore, welcoming Niveshaay Hedgehogs Fund and Finavenue Capital Trust – Finavenue Growth Fund as strategic partners. This milestone reflects growing investor confidence in the company’s technology-driven, sustainability-led approach and its robust recurring revenue model. As a fully integrated player in the digital textile printing industry, True Colors is well-positioned to scale efficiently while delivering consistent value across the textile value chain. The investment marks a significant step forward in its journey of innovation and expansion. Over the last…

06 Aug

The Sleep Company Secures ₹480 Crore in Series D Funding

Kumar AnshumanInvestment

Mumbai: — The Sleep Company, India’s leading comfort-tech brand, has announced the successful closure of a ₹480 crore Series D funding round led by ChrysCapital and 360 ONE Asset. The capital infusion is set to accelerate the company’s growth across manufacturing, retail expansion, product innovation, and talent acquisition. The funding comes on the heels of a strong performance by the company, which has surpassed a ₹700 crore annual revenue run rate and achieved 60% year-on-year growth in FY25. The Sleep Company has also doubled its monthly revenue since its last raise and expanded its workforce from 650 to over 1,500 employees.…

17 Jun

JIIF Investors Contribute ₹26.5 Crore to Atomic Capital’s ₹350 Crore Consumer-Focused VC Fund

MediaCatalystInvestment

New Delhi — Investors from early-stage angel network JIIF have participated in a ₹350 crore fund launched by Atomic Capital, a consumer-focused venture capital firm. JIIF-affiliated investors contributed ₹26.5 crore to the fund. This represents one of the larger collective investments by JIIF members in the consumer venture capital sector. Atomic Capital aims to invest in startups addressing emerging consumption patterns in India, including digital-first brands, regional markets, and health-related products. Jeenendra Bhandari, Chairman of JIIF, said the investment reflects the network’s interest in supporting consumer-oriented ventures. “It is a proud moment to see JIIF members backing Atomic Capital’s first…

17 Apr

That Sassy Thing Raises ₹6 Cr in a seed funding round

MediaCatalystInvestment

Delhi: — That Sassy Thing, the women-first sexual wellness brand, has raised ₹6 crore in a seed funding round led by Inflection Point Ventures (IPV). The funding round also saw participation from prominent entrepreneurs like Bala Sarda (Vahdam Teas), Saurabh Munjal (Lahori Zeera), Kirti Jangra (Animall Technologies), and Chandigarh Angels Network (CAN). Founded in 2021 by Sachee Malhotra and Himanshu Bhalla, That Sassy Thing is reimagining the sexual wellness space in India with a bold, stigma-free, and pleasure-positive approach. The brand’s product range—including full-body massagers, aloe-based lubricants, and intimate washes—is designed for safety, discretion, and comfort. What sets it apart…

26 Mar

Findi Secures INR 243 Crore to Fuel Indian Fintech Expansion

MediaCatalystBusiness, Investment

New Delhi, March 26, 2025 – Findi Ltd (ASX: FND), an Australian-listed fintech company, has raised A$45 million (INR 243 Crore) to bolster its majority-owned Indian subsidiary, Transaction Solutions International (India) Pvt Ltd (TSI). This significant capital infusion, one of the largest fintech fundings in India in the past six months, underscores Findi's growing influence in the country's rapidly evolving digital payments sector. The funding was secured through an institutional placement and share purchase plan (SPP), attracting strong participation from institutional investors. The proceeds will be strategically deployed to enhance TSI's technological infrastructure, expand its merchant payment solutions, and accelerate…

17 Feb

Sonoco Invests in Hyderabad Tech Hub, Creating Hundreds of Jobs

MediaCatalystBusiness, Investment

Hyderabad – Global packaging giant Sonoco has launched a state-of-the-art Performance Hub in Hyderabad, investing up to $10 million in the first phase. The facility will house up to 500 technologists within the next three years, creating significant job opportunities and solidifying Hyderabad's position as a key player in Sonoco's global operations. The hub, inaugurated on February 17, 2025, will focus on leveraging data analytics, automation, and emerging technologies to drive innovation in packaging design and manufacturing. Sonoco aims to onboard around 300 employees in the next 12-18 months, eventually scaling up to 500. "The Hyderabad Performance Hub is a…