As workplaces grow increasingly hybrid and fast-paced, teams often struggle to turn ideas into action. Studies show that over 60% of Gen X and Millennials collaborate better through visuals like diagrams, charts, and videos rather than words alone. Enter Vani by Zoho, an intelligent visual collaboration platform designed to help teams visualize, collaborate, and execute ideas seamlessly. Visualize: Making Ideas Tangible Vani provides tools like infinite whiteboards, mind maps, flowcharts, sticky notes, and frames that turn abstract concepts into clear, shareable visuals. Teams can organize ideas into Spaces and Zones, creating a structured yet flexible environment for brainstorming, planning, and…
Author: Aman Atulya
Luxury watch retailer Art of Time has raised Rs 175 crore in a fresh funding round led by CaratLane founder Mithun Sacheti, Jaipur Gems CEO Siddhartha Sacheti, Freshworks founder Girish Mathrubootham, and Plutus Wealth Management. With this round, the company’s total funding since inception has reached Rs 200 crore. The round comprised 70% primary infusion and 30% secondary sale, underscoring strong investor confidence in the company’s growth strategy. Growth Plans The capital will fuel retail expansion, technology adoption, and category diversification. Currently, 85% of sales come from offline stores, while online contributes 15%. Art of Time now aims to double…
Zomato’s parent company Eternal has rolled out a significant round of employee stock options (ESOPs), granting 64.13 lakh equity shares under its multiple stock option plans. The approval came from the company’s Nomination and Remuneration Committee, covering the Foodie Bay ESOP Plan 2014, Zomato ESOP Plan 2021, and the latest Zomato ESOP Plan 2024. At Eternal’s current market price of Rs 330 per share, the new ESOP allocation is valued at nearly Rs 211 crore, making it one of the company’s largest employee rewards in recent quarters. This follows an earlier grant of 10.13 lakh ESOPs worth about Rs 33…
Electric mobility startup RapteeHV is gearing up to begin commercial production of its high-voltage electric motorcycle, the T30, starting November this year. The company has already secured advance bookings of around 8,000 units ahead of its market launch. RapteeHV is the first Indian EV motorcycle OEM to receive funding from the Technology Development Board (TDB), Department of Science & Technology, which previously supported Bharat Biotech’s Covaxin. The company stands out for applying high-voltage electric car technology to two-wheelers, aiming to bring performance-grade EVs to India’s mass motorcycle segment. “Our initial production will be about 300 bikes per month, with capacity…
India’s messaging landscape is seeing a fresh challenger: Arattai, a homegrown messaging app by Zoho, is gaining momentum amid growing interest in digital sovereignty. But how does it stack up against established giant WhatsApp? Here’s a breakdown. Feature Comparison User Reach & Momentum WhatsApp is entrenched — billions of users globally, with deep penetration across India’s digital fabric. Arattai, meanwhile, has surged in downloads, briefly topping India’s app store charts amid a wave of local support and visibility. Choosing Between Them For users prioritizing privacy, local control, and civilian support for domestic tech, Arattai presents a compelling alternative — especially…
VBAP Holdings Private Limited has sold a 23.6% stake in co-working solutions provider Awfis, according to a corporate disclosure on the National Stock Exchange. The investment and holding firm offloaded 9,96,307 shares at Rs 570.12 per share, raising Rs 56.8 crore in the transaction. As of March 2025, VBAP held 42,17,712 shares, constituting 5.92% of Awfis’ total captable. The sale marks another liquidity move from institutional investors in the co-working segment, following QRG Investments’ bulk deal last week, which involved shares worth Rs 22 crore. Founded as one of India’s early co-working operators, Awfis has been expanding its footprint across…
Creative solutions firm Wit & Chai Group has closed its seed funding round at a valuation of Rs 40 crore. While the investment amount remains undisclosed, the round saw participation from leading industry figures including Rohan Vijay Mantri (Promoter, Mantri Landmarks), Sanjay Katkar (MD, Quickheal Technologies), Monish Darda (CTO & Co-Founder, Icertis), and Satyen Patel (MD, Sahyadri Industries). Funding Snapshot The fresh capital will be directed towards scaling Wit & Chai’s presence across global markets, expanding service verticals, and building proprietary intellectual property. Strategic Roadmap The company has outlined a three-pillar growth plan. Founders’ Edge Co-founder Nahush Gulawani emphasized that…
The Karnataka Commercial Court has issued an interim injunction restraining consumer electronics brand Boult from using its recently launched “GoBoult” mark, following a complaint filed by DPAC Ventures LLP, the owner of brands GoBold, GoJolt, and Govo. DPAC argued that “GoBoult” was deceptively similar to its registered trademark “GoBold,” which is valid until 2031, creating the risk of consumer confusion and amounting to infringement and passing off. The company also alleged that Boult manipulated online search results to divert queries for “GoBold” toward its own “GoBoult” products. Boult secured the “GoBoult” trademark in 2023, but DPAC said it only discovered…
GrowXCD Finance, a startup lender serving micro, small, and marginal enterprises (MSMEs) as well as salaried employees, has raised Rs 200 crore in a fresh funding round led by Blue Earth Capital and Prosus Ventures. Blue Earth Capital contributed Rs 105 crore, while Prosus invested Rs 70 crore. This marks GrowXCD’s second equity infusion this year. In January, the company raised Rs 50 crore from Lok Capital and UC Impower. Lok Capital, which first invested in November 2023, increased its stake with Rs 21 crore, bringing its total investment to approximately Rs 93 crore, making it the largest shareholder. UC…
Aajjo Business Solutions Pvt. Ltd., India’s largest and fastest-growing B2B marketplace, has taken a bold step forward with a refreshed brand identity and a new corporate office in Delhi. The company announced the launch of its modernized logo, symbolizing innovation, connectivity, and trust, along with a state-of-the-art workspace designed to support its rapid expansion. Since its inception, Aajjo has been a pioneer in transforming the way businesses trade in India, connecting manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, and buyers through a secure and user-friendly platform. The rebranding reflects the company’s evolution, future vision, and its promise to continue empowering Indian businesses with smarter…