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WebEngage #Startup #Program Announces REV, Invites Applications From Early-Stage Startups Keypoints:  Early-stage bootstrapped to Series A startups in the space of D2C, ECommerce, FinTech, EdTech, Social media, Gaming, Marketplace and other consumer-first startups will be eligible to apply — Focused towards Retention, Engagement and Value Delivery, the current cohort of WSP will focus on building a complete support ecosystem to enable startups to REV UP towards growth — WSP REV will select the top 30 startups that will benefit from curated perks including the WebEngage platform, VCs, Ecosystem partners, and Community partners — Helping early-stage startups scale their businesses on the back of a strong customer retention and engagement strategy, full stack Retention Consultancy WebEngage, today announced that applications are open for their next cohort-based Startup Program REV. Through this cohort, WebEngage will be giving 30 promising startups free access to their world-class AI-powered, CDP and analytics dashboard with credits worth USD 25,000, a dedicated consulting team, and extended benefits via strategic partnerships with VCs, Ecosystem partners and Community partners.  Daya Prakash 👨🏻💻 TalentOnLease 👩💻Dr Divya Rajput #Startupindia Read more FounderLabs https://lnkd.in/ePXJ4VGG

Virender Sehwag Makes Strategic Investment in T9L QUBE, a foremost Venture Builders in India 💲 Sehwag’s investment indicates a broader trend of growing interest in India’s venture sector. As a cricketer Sehwag was known for his strategic decision making and taking calculated risk when playing on pitch. For me, T9L QUBE embodies the spirit of my coach—one who spots raw talent, believes in unconventional approaches, and provides steadfast support, making it the ideal platform for my foray into the startup world. I see them as the 3rd Co-Founder,” said Sehwag in a statement. #StartupIndia #investments Virender Sehwag Read more with FounderLabs https://lnkd.in/eKcKsyGi

Silver Genie has Evolved as Full Stack Platform for Elderly & Senior Care Solution When we talk about healthcare, we cannot avoid talking about senior and elderly citizen care in the healthcare space as they are most vulnerable and require more care and support be it at home from immediate family members or professional health care. Now situations are changing and there are many participants in healthcare specializing in senior citizen’s care, when India is witnessing exponential growth in the number and proportion of elderly people, coupled with a decreasing fertility rate (less than 2.0) and increasing life expectancy (more than 70 years). As per the National Health Profile, in 2017, there were only 43 physicians per 100,000 population in rural areas, compared to 118 physicians per 100,000 population in urban areas. One such organization is SilverGenie Private Limited whose Founder is Poulomi Bhattacharya, was born right in the middle of Covid, at the beginning of the second wave. . Their idea was put to the acid test when the most vulnerable segment facing pandemic were seniors. FounderLabs spoke to Kuhu Adhikary, the National Operation Head for Silver Genie, who has over 29 years of professional experience. Silver Genie has evolved as Full Stack, broad spectrum Platform for Senior and elderly citizen Care Solutions. Kuhu is a well-known name in corporate world and in previous roles she worked as GIS Analyst, Software Developer, Program Manager, Quality Consultant, Audit Head, Business Risk Management Head, and Information Security Assurance Head. #elderlycare #seniorcitizencare #healthcare #IOT #elderlycitizenCareSolutions Kuhu Adhikary Poulomi BhattacharyaDaya Prakash 👨🏻💻 TalentOnLease 👩💻 https://lnkd.in/gFUzAa7H

Amitabh Bachchan’s Family Office Buys Stake In Swiggy 💲 This move reflects the growing interest in the quick-commerce sector, driven by the rising demand for rapid delivery services. 💲 Swiggy is preparing for an initial public offering (IPO) with a target valuation of $15 billion. 💲 The deal would make it one of the biggest Indian initial public offerings this year. #IPO #eCommerce #Startupfunding #Funding #Investments Swiggy Read more with FounderLabs https://lnkd.in/gdzrv_EH

Pradip Jadhav, Founder Gigantiques Decor on Eco-Friendly Innovations in Furniture & Interior In a world increasingly burdened by waste, Pradip Jadhav, the visionary Founder of Gigantiques Decor pvt ltd is on a mission to redefine sustainable living. FounderLabs sat down with Pradip to discuss his journey from a small-town dreamer to a pioneering entrepreneur whose upcycled furniture is making waves in the design world. In this candid conversation, Pradip opens up about the challenges, triumphs, and inspirations that have shaped Gigantiques into a beacon of eco-friendly innovation. #Innovation #sustainability #ecofirendly #sustainablebusiness #Ecofirendlyfurniture #startupindia Pradip Jadhav Gigantiques Decor pvt ltd Daya Prakash 👨🏻💻 TalentOnLease 👩💻 Read the full interview FounderLabs https://lnkd.in/emdWiW4t

Chanakya Centre for Alternative Dispute Resolution, CNLU (CCADR) Hosts Landmark Summit on Startup Law & Policy; CATALYST Key Discussion points: 🖊 The panel discussions included the topic of risks to investors, and why 80% of startups failed in India in its initial stage. 🖊 The challenges of high taxation and interest rates in India. The panel emphasized the importance of research and development, the abolishment of the #AngelTax, and its future implications. 🖊 They also discussed the implementation of regulatory #sandboxes by sector regulators and government, noting that such frameworks already exist in India. Key focus of the #summit #CATALYST: 📫 Over 80+ research articles were received on startup law & policy issues. 📫 The top 15 research papers were selected for publication, and the top four papers were invited for presentation. 📫 Aditya Hiremath from Hidayatullah National Law University, Raipur was declared as Winner and Smeet Sanghvi and Sashank Sarvanan (Gujarat National Law University) emerged as runner-up. 📫 The Winner and Runner Ups were awarded with cash prize of Rs. 30,000 & Rs. 20,000 respectively. 📫 Certificate, internship opportunity with Nishith Desai & Associates, and the opportunity to publish their paper in a reputed Book Bearing ISBN number were also scheme of the competition. 📫 The outcome of this summit will be compiled and a policy draft will be submitted to the government of Bihar. Read more with FounderLabs #Startuplaw #policy #Summit #startupchallenges #panalist #angeltax C S Sudheer Daya Prakash 👨🏻💻 TalentOnLease 👩💻 CS Ronak Gupta https://lnkd.in/gecMK-tV

Physics Wallah Launches School of Startups(SOS)to Empower Entrepreneurs ➡ The initiative PW School of Startups (SOS) is under (PhysicsWallah Foundation) and offers three programmes—Aarambh, Prarambh, and Hopes Alive—tailored to different stages of an #entrepreneurial journey. ➡ Rs 100 Cr fund for 100 startups ➡ The new initiative under the #PW Foundation will give aspiring entrepreneurs a platform to transform their ideas into successful ventures through cost-effective programmes, practical training, strategic mentorship, and access to capital, it said in a statement. “I believe that progressing Bharat’s startup ecosystem can significantly contribute to our nation’s economic growth and see immense potential in the startups emerging from Tier 2 and 3 cities,” said Alakh Pandey (PhysicsWallah), Founder and CEO of PW. #funding #Schoolofstartups #SOS #startupindia #entreprenuers #founders #Startupecosystem #startup PW (PhysicsWallah) Read more with FounderLabs https://lnkd.in/gNyX5-Yd

India’s first reusable hybrid rocket Rhumi-1 set for launch by startup Space Zone India on Aug 24 🚀 In the field of Aerospace Technology mobile launch of Hybrid Rocket Rhumi-1 will take place on 24th Aug 2024, a remarkable step towards innovation in space tech by Space Zone. 🚀 Space Zone will launch its first Hybrid rocket that is reusable and named as Rhumi-1. The launch will send three Cube Satellites and 50 Pico Satellites into a suborbital trajectory. 🚀 The launch is a mobile launch from the back of a truck and from the shore of the Bay of Bengal on Saturday morning. 🚀 Tamil Nadu-based space startup Space Zone India is poised to launch RHUMI-1, India’s first reusable hybrid rocket, on August 24 from a mobile launcher in Thiruvidandhai Coastal Village, Chengalpet. 🚀 Space Zone India CEO Anand Megalingam shared that the mobile launch system provides a flexible platform, capable of adapting to different launch scenarios, making it easier to deploy from any location. #Spacetech #Startup #Rhumi1 #Spacezone #Rocket #Satellites #Aerospace #Technology Spacezone Technologies Read more with FounderLabs https://lnkd.in/gb6nJNky

Jai Kisan A Rural Fintech StartUp on a Mission Simplifying Rural Funding Jai Kisan is Technology Platform providing Rural based #fintech products and digital financial services starting with credit for online and offline, income generating, rural commerce transactions. The company is a Rural Fintech #StartUp on a Mission Simplifying Rural #Funding. The Indian #agritech space is getting lot of attention as investors and innovators have an understanding this is the space where if farming and farmers get leverage through various financial and technological help can grow as technological intervention grow from offerings in farm products to financial products. Jain Kisan recently got node from RBI of India to acquire majority shareholding in @Kushal Innovation Capital Pvt Ltd @KFCPL a registered #NBFC thereby simplifying #ruralfunding. Founded in 2017 by Arjun Ahluwalia and Adriel Maniego, Jai Kisan, the company operates as a rural-focused for farmers and farming requirements to entire farming community delivering credit and financial products. #RURALFINTECH #AQUISATION #startups #agritech #fintech This will enable the company to design and distribute more credit products to farmer and business customers in farming community. Read more with FounderLabs Daya Prakash 👨🏻💻 TalentOnLease 👩💻 https://lnkd.in/gUFgB8vZ

'The Hand Made Store’, Crafting ecoFriendly Handicraft Products for Sustainability, Ashwini R. Kurup, Founder The Hand Made Store Impact; Ashwini R. Kurup, a designer and entrepreneur who loves blending innovation with tradition, reflected in her creating The Handmade Store ‘The Hand Made Store’, Crafting eco Friendly Handicraft Products for Sustainability, Ashwini Kurup, CEO The Handicrafts industry has been there since ancient time and proven for decades that Handicraft industry can be termed as backbone of India’s rural economy. India’s rich heritage and diverse cultures, which are in demand and highly valued all over the world for their beautiful designs and high-quality products are displayed by the #Handicraftindustry. Being counted as one of the sustainable products the Handicrafts industry also generates significant forex for the country while preserving its cultural heritage. Ashwini R. Kurup, a designer and #entrepreneur who loves blending #innovation with tradition. Her passion for sustainability and craftsmanship reflected in her creating The Handmade Store, a platform dedicated to offering unique, handcrafted products made by local artisans. FounderLabs spoke to Ashwini Kurup who is also involved in innovative biotech solutions as a director of Mycel bioscience pvt. Ltd. Ashwini says’ ‘My journey is driven by a commitment to eco-friendly practices and supporting the local artisans and community’. #Sustainablebusiness #Handicrafts #Artisans #startup #founder #ecofriendlyproducts THE HAND MADE STORE Daya Prakash 👨🏻💻 TalentOnLease 👩💻 https://lnkd.in/gYFW7c3J