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StepOut Secures $500K Seed Funding From Rainmatter, Misfits Capital Among Others

StepOut, an Indian sports performance analysis and ecosystem technology startup, has successfully raised $500,000 in a seed funding round led by Rainmatter, founded by Nithin Kamath, CEO of Zerodha. The round also saw participation from Misfits Capital, founded by Amit Singh, co-founder of Shuttl, along with other notable investors, including IndigoEdge and Marwah Sports Group

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Raymond Lifestyle MD Sunil Kataria Steps Down

The regulatory filing confirmed that the Board has accepted his resignation and will soon begin the search for a new CEO.

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Manufacturing Investment Outlook Stable for Next Six Months: FICCI

The average interest rate paid by manufacturers stood at 9.5 per cent, with over 80 per cent of respondents indicating that they had adequate access to bank funds for both working capital and long-term investments.

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India's Pharma Exports To Reach $350 Billion by 2047: Report

The global pharmaceutical industry is valued at approximately $1.6 trillion, while India's market stands at $55 billion, projected to grow to $120-130 billion by 2030.

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Sautéing Success: Ranveer Brar

Inspired by Lucknow's street food, Ranveer Brar's love for cooking began with a simple Rajma dish. From chef to TV host and actor, Brar sees food as a narrative, not just flavors. In 2025, he plans to expand 'Kashkan' globally and release a new cookbook. For Brar, every endeavor—cooking, acting, or storytelling—is a chance to explore and evolve, making his journey one worth savoring.

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Winging It with Style and Substance: Ankush Bahuguna

Ankush Bahuguna's journey from architecture to viral comedy and beauty content is unique. Initially aspiring to act, he found success online with comedy and later, makeup. His brand, 'Wing It with Ankush', grew from a lockdown experiment into a thriving community. Looking ahead, Ankush plans to launch his own makeup line in 2025.

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Punchlines and Curveballs: Aditi Mittal

Aditi Mittal's comedy journey began unexpectedly through open mics. In 2025, she aims to deepen her artistic identity, embracing evolution and unplanned moments in comedy.

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Akasa Air Secures Fresh Investment to From Premji Invest, Ranjan Pai, 360 ONE Asset

The airline aims to leverage these investments to accelerate its expansion plans, enhance customer experience, and drive innovation in aviation safety, reliability, and technology.

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MSME Sector Shows Strong Business Confidence in Q3 FY2025: SIDBI Survey

SIDBI's MSME Outlook Survey offers valuable insights into the sector's evolving dynamics, reinforcing the crucial role of MSMEs in India's economic growth. With strong business confidence and an optimistic outlook, MSMEs are poised to paving the way for a more resilient and self-reliant economy.

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India's Automobile Sector to Witness Tempered 1.5% Growth Outlook in FY25: Report

At the beginning of the year, the PV market experienced a temporary boost driven by channel filling, following strong retail sales and reduced inventory levels in December. However, this momentum is unlikely to be sustained as rising discounts are expected to dampen market growth in the coming months.

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Union Budget 2025: How Industry Leaders View the Future

Overall, the Union Budget 2025 lays out a progressive and strategic vision for India's economic growth, balancing immediate fiscal responsibility with long-term development goals. Business leaders across industries have largely welcomed these initiatives, acknowledging their potential to drive inclusive and sustainable growth

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TVS Holdings Acquires More than 80% Stake in Home Credit India for INR 554 Crore

The transaction was funded through a combination of the proceeds from the recent sale of TVS Holdings' real estate assets and borrowings from capital markets.

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Dassault Systemes' Bets On Indian Startups; Says It Can Make Waves Globally

Dassault Systemes' long-term vision for the Indian startup ecosystem focuses on addressing the critical challenge of industrialization, which is a significant hurdle for startups globally, says Frédéric Vacher, head of innovation, Dassault Systèmes

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Niyogin Fintech Announces Demerger for NBFC and iServeU; Plans Independent Listings

Niyogin Fintech Limited will separate its non-banking financial company, Niyogin Finserv Limited (newly incorporated 100 per cent subsidiary) and its 51 per cent subsidiary, iServeU.

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Union Budget 2025: Empowering MSMEs as Catalysts for Economic Growth

With MSMEs contributing approximately 36 per cent to manufacturing output and 45 per cent to exports, the sector's role in achieving the vision of 'Viksit Bharat' is undeniable.