Mumbai Angels is an angel stage investment firm founded in 2006 and based in Mumbai, India. The firm focuses on early-stage companies, providing them with the necessary support to grow and scale. It serves as a breeding ground for innovative businesses, acting as a bridge between entrepreneurs and larger corporations, as well as financial investors looking for incubated companies with potential for development. Through its investments, Mumbai Angels aims to foster entrepreneurship and contribute to the growth of the startup ecosystem in India.
goStops is a brand of youth hostels in India that focuses on providing affordable and engaging accommodation options for young travelers. The hostels are designed to foster a social and experiential environment, featuring quality beds, air-conditioned dormitories, and private rooms. In addition to comfortable lodging, goStops offers various amenities to enhance the stay experience, such as mini theaters, foosball tables, and pool tables. By leasing, managing, and franchising real estate assets, goStops aims to make quality travel and living spaces accessible to the youth, encouraging community living and interaction among guests.
Big Bang Boom Solutions
Venture Round in 2024
Big Bang Boom Solutions Private Limited is a defense technology company based in Chennai, India, founded in 2018. It specializes in developing advanced defense solutions, including unmanned tanks, smart fencing systems, hybrid personal combat armor, drones for riot control, and a 360-degree advanced battle interface. The company focuses on creating intellectual property within the country to enhance the capabilities of the Indian Armed Forces. Leveraging strong connections in the research space, Big Bang Boom Solutions aims to deliver innovative technologies, such as IoT and data-driven perimeter intrusion detection systems, designed to improve border security and reduce casualties. Through its cutting-edge offerings, the company is positioned as a significant player in India's defense sector.
Clensta
Venture Round in 2023
Clensta is an Indian biotechnology start-up focused on enhancing national hygiene standards while promoting water conservation. In collaboration with IIT Delhi, Clensta develops innovative healthcare solutions aimed at making hygiene accessible to everyone, regardless of their location. The company offers a range of hygiene products, including sanitizers, waterless shampoo, and waterless body baths, designed to minimize the use of water and reduce the reliance on single-use plastics. By providing effective personal care solutions, Clensta enables individuals to maintain high levels of cleanliness and well-being in an environmentally sustainable manner.
SafEarth
Seed Round in 2023
SafEarth Clean Technologies operates a renewable energy marketplace in India, designed to connect solar installers with customers seeking sustainable energy solutions. The platform enables consumers to install solar power systems without the burden of upfront costs, allowing them to pay only for the energy generated. This model not only facilitates access to renewable energy but also encourages a shift away from fossil fuel dependence. Additionally, SafEarth offers a team of trained professionals to ensure that installations meet international quality standards, while also assisting vendors in procuring necessary equipment from leading manufacturers. By addressing the barriers to renewable energy adoption, SafEarth aims to promote more widespread use of solar energy.
EUME
Seed Round in 2022
EUME is a company that specializes in innovative travel lifestyle products, having launched the world's first built-in massaging backpack in July 2018, which is patented in the USA and India. The backpacks are designed to provide relief from back pain during travel, featuring a built-in massager with USB charging, anti-theft protection, and ample storage space. Since its inception, EUME has expanded its offerings, planning to introduce a fully vegan and non-toxic range of ladies' handbags and accessories, utilizing unique UV printing technology developed in India. The company's mission is to become a leading brand in the travel accessories market by prioritizing product innovation and differentiation.
Hemp Horizons
Seed Round in 2022
As a seed to sale organization, we aim to create the most excellent hemp-based products and help nascent hemp businesses thrive. Hemp Horizons is a Zero-Waste, Carbon-Negative pioneer in the domestic hemp industry that has grown considerably over the last few years. We supply to wholesalers and upcoming edible hemp brands. We have also helped hemp entrepreneurs focus on marketing and sales. At the same time, we provide end-to-end solutions for manufacturing and packaging. Our vision is to create awareness about the benefits of hemp and nurture the industry, and today we are a contract manufacturer for 80% of Indian brands. We envision Hemp Horizons becoming the most significant hemp contract manufacturing company in India and an enterprise that helps new brands flourish. By paving the way for new brands to thrive, we expect to lower the cost of making hemp products more affordable to the masses. Hemp Horizons is a GMP certified hemp seed processing company. We are all about Hemp products as dietary supplements & personal care for daily consumption. It’s our priority to manufacture premium quality Hemp products. As a manufacturer, we have a better say in regulating the quality of our products, and we make no compromises in that matter. We produce the greenest & most organic Hemp to withhold our promise of being premium. Only the best ingredients make the best products- that’s the belief we’ve always had, and will always stick with. We also realize our duty and responsibility to the community we love so much. That is why we always keep sustainability & our planet in mind. Our production process is clean and ethical, that ensures a strict zero-waste & carbon-negative policy. We play our part in providing a holistic future by following an organic approach and going green! The company retails products under its brand "Health Horizons"
Instoried
Series A in 2022
Instoried is an augmented writing platform based in Bangalore, Karnataka, India, founded in 2018. It provides an AI-powered tool that enhances customer interest and engagement by helping content writers across various sectors, including e-commerce, news, and FMCG. The platform enables users to optimize the emotional appeal of their marketing content by predicting emotional engagement and identifying the brand's emotional quotient. By offering end-to-end writing support, Instoried assists content marketers in crafting messages that resonate with their target audiences.
LegalKart
Seed Round in 2022
LegalKart is a developer of a comprehensive SaaS platform aimed at democratizing access to legal services in India. The platform features a user-friendly mobile app that connects citizens, businesses, and international investors with experienced lawyers for instant legal consultations available 24/7 in all Indian languages. Covering a wide range of legal practice areas, including civil, criminal, family, and finance law, LegalKart enhances the accessibility of legal services, making them more convenient, affordable, and efficient. With a team of technologists and legal professionals, the company is committed to improving the practice management experience for legal practitioners and ensuring that technology benefits all legal professionals.
Eduncle
Seed Round in 2021
Eduncle is an online education platform founded in 2016 by Dr. Amit Pareek, aimed at empowering students through quality learning and concept development. The platform specializes in preparing students for key higher education exams, including IIT JAM, CSIR NET, and UGC NET, boasting over 4,000 successful selections and numerous top ranks. Eduncle's offerings include expert-designed study materials, continuous doubt resolution, and personalized mentorship, allowing students to learn effectively from home. With a community of over three million registered users, Eduncle fosters an engaging learning environment through its app, which serves as a platform for students to connect with peers and educators nationwide. This commitment to innovative learning methods and quality education positions Eduncle as a significant player in India's online education sector.
goStops
Convertible Note in 2021
goStops is a brand of youth hostels in India that focuses on providing affordable and engaging accommodation options for young travelers. The hostels are designed to foster a social and experiential environment, featuring quality beds, air-conditioned dormitories, and private rooms. In addition to comfortable lodging, goStops offers various amenities to enhance the stay experience, such as mini theaters, foosball tables, and pool tables. By leasing, managing, and franchising real estate assets, goStops aims to make quality travel and living spaces accessible to the youth, encouraging community living and interaction among guests.
Eduncle
Series A in 2021
Eduncle is an online education platform founded in 2016 by Dr. Amit Pareek, aimed at empowering students through quality learning and concept development. The platform specializes in preparing students for key higher education exams, including IIT JAM, CSIR NET, and UGC NET, boasting over 4,000 successful selections and numerous top ranks. Eduncle's offerings include expert-designed study materials, continuous doubt resolution, and personalized mentorship, allowing students to learn effectively from home. With a community of over three million registered users, Eduncle fosters an engaging learning environment through its app, which serves as a platform for students to connect with peers and educators nationwide. This commitment to innovative learning methods and quality education positions Eduncle as a significant player in India's online education sector.
Instoried
Venture Round in 2021
Instoried is an augmented writing platform based in Bangalore, Karnataka, India, founded in 2018. It provides an AI-powered tool that enhances customer interest and engagement by helping content writers across various sectors, including e-commerce, news, and FMCG. The platform enables users to optimize the emotional appeal of their marketing content by predicting emotional engagement and identifying the brand's emotional quotient. By offering end-to-end writing support, Instoried assists content marketers in crafting messages that resonate with their target audiences.
goStops
Seed Round in 2021
goStops is a brand of youth hostels in India that focuses on providing affordable and engaging accommodation options for young travelers. The hostels are designed to foster a social and experiential environment, featuring quality beds, air-conditioned dormitories, and private rooms. In addition to comfortable lodging, goStops offers various amenities to enhance the stay experience, such as mini theaters, foosball tables, and pool tables. By leasing, managing, and franchising real estate assets, goStops aims to make quality travel and living spaces accessible to the youth, encouraging community living and interaction among guests.
CarterX
Seed Round in 2021
CarterPorter is India’s only technology based logistic service where Baggage Transfer to the airport is simplified. They have a strong logistic arm with over three years of experience in logistics and transportation of goods for the corporate sector, They are now entering the traveler’s market with options to travel light and smart.
Avishkaar
Seed Round in 2021
Avishkaar is a leader in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) education disseminating through its own range of Do-It-Yourself Robotics, making and coding products. It houses a dynamic ecosystem where imagination and innovation among young minds are encouraged through engaging educational experiences. Avishkaar Learning Programs focus on STEAM concepts and provide ideas, experiences and material (hands-on/virtual) that children use to achieve their goals. Avishkaar runs a number of school programs such as Robotics, Tinkering labs, and MakerSpaces across India and abroad.
Zippee
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Zippee is a fulfillment platform based in India that specializes in enhancing customer loyalty and reducing return-to-origin rates for consumer brands through quick commerce solutions. The platform allows brands to connect their online stores effortlessly, enabling them to offer delivery options such as 30-minute, 120-minute, or same-day service via a network of dark stores and last-mile delivery fleets. By integrating with various industry platforms, Zippee provides clients with comprehensive visibility into supply chain operations, thereby improving fulfillment times and reducing costs. The team behind Zippee comprises experienced operators from prestigious institutions, bringing expertise from leading e-commerce and supply chain technology companies.
Do Your Thng
Angel Round in 2021
Do Your Thng is an independent Indian organization established in 2018, recognized as the world's first shared economy platform for digital assets. The platform enables users to create content that expresses their support for brands, causes, and personal passions, allowing them to earn income based on their influence. By connecting brands with a broader audience of everyday users and nano influencers, Do Your Thng moves beyond traditional influencer marketing, which typically targets a small subset of top influencers. The platform emphasizes transparency and safety through various checks, including profile verification and anti-fraud measures. It serves as an online marketplace for social media stories, facilitating both commercial and non-profit campaigns across major social media networks such as Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Do Your Thng aims to empower individuals to realize their passions, grow their digital presence, and monetize their contributions, while also fostering collaboration among users who share common interests. The organization earns commissions on paid posts while also supporting non-profit initiatives to spread their vision globally.
B:Live
Debt Financing in 2021
B: Live is a pioneering force in electrifying the last-mile mobility segment in India through its e-mobility solutions platform for fleet operators. Our comprehensive suite of innovative solutions covers the entire fleet lifecycle from creation and deployment of fleets to ongoing lifecycle support. B: Live’s offerings are designed to streamline and optimize every facet of fleet management. We empower fleet operators with Affordable Fleet Financing and a diverse Multi-Brand EV selection. This is powered by our Full-stack Smart Fleet Management Solution which enhances operational efficiency and fleet utilization. Central to our impact is the establishment of our robust Network of Centralized EV Hubs that act as service and charging touchpoints for our fleet operators.
Hemp Horizons
Seed Round in 2021
As a seed to sale organization, we aim to create the most excellent hemp-based products and help nascent hemp businesses thrive. Hemp Horizons is a Zero-Waste, Carbon-Negative pioneer in the domestic hemp industry that has grown considerably over the last few years. We supply to wholesalers and upcoming edible hemp brands. We have also helped hemp entrepreneurs focus on marketing and sales. At the same time, we provide end-to-end solutions for manufacturing and packaging. Our vision is to create awareness about the benefits of hemp and nurture the industry, and today we are a contract manufacturer for 80% of Indian brands. We envision Hemp Horizons becoming the most significant hemp contract manufacturing company in India and an enterprise that helps new brands flourish. By paving the way for new brands to thrive, we expect to lower the cost of making hemp products more affordable to the masses. Hemp Horizons is a GMP certified hemp seed processing company. We are all about Hemp products as dietary supplements & personal care for daily consumption. It’s our priority to manufacture premium quality Hemp products. As a manufacturer, we have a better say in regulating the quality of our products, and we make no compromises in that matter. We produce the greenest & most organic Hemp to withhold our promise of being premium. Only the best ingredients make the best products- that’s the belief we’ve always had, and will always stick with. We also realize our duty and responsibility to the community we love so much. That is why we always keep sustainability & our planet in mind. Our production process is clean and ethical, that ensures a strict zero-waste & carbon-negative policy. We play our part in providing a holistic future by following an organic approach and going green! The company retails products under its brand "Health Horizons"
ChargeZone
Seed Round in 2020
ChargeZone is a renewable energy solutions provider based in India, specializing in electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure and software development. Founded in 2018, the company aims to establish a network of 100,000 charging stations across key EV markets in India, catering to various vehicle types, including cars, buses, and trucks. ChargeZone employs advanced Grid-to-Vehicle (G2V) technology to facilitate an unmanned EV charging experience, enhancing convenience for users. Additionally, its application offers real-time information on charging station locations, enabling customers to easily find available charging points and access smart charging services at affordable rates. The company's focus on expanding EV infrastructure and providing innovative software solutions positions it as a key player in the transition to electric mobility.
Svami
Convertible Note in 2020
Svami is a business founded by three partners who aim to enhance the drinking experience through their innovative range of mixers. The company specializes in producing non-alcoholic beverages, including original and flavored tonic waters with low sugar content, as well as ginger ale and sodas. Svami's products cater to the growing demand for premium mixers, particularly in response to the resurgence of gin consumption in India and globally. By focusing on all-natural ingredients, Svami offers consumers an elevated alternative for their drinking occasions.
BluSmart Mobility
Seed Round in 2020
BluSmart Mobility is a provider of electric shared smart mobility solutions aimed at enhancing urban transportation in India. The company operates an all-electric ride-hailing platform that promotes sustainable and reliable mobility services. BluSmart offers a range of services including ride-sharing, car-sharing, and shared charging for electric vehicles, enabling users to access electric cars while contributing to a future with zero tailpipe emissions. Through its comprehensive on-demand mobility platform, BluSmart seeks to facilitate the transition to more efficient and environmentally friendly transportation in Indian cities.
BluSmart Mobility
Seed Round in 2020
BluSmart Mobility is a provider of electric shared smart mobility solutions aimed at enhancing urban transportation in India. The company operates an all-electric ride-hailing platform that promotes sustainable and reliable mobility services. BluSmart offers a range of services including ride-sharing, car-sharing, and shared charging for electric vehicles, enabling users to access electric cars while contributing to a future with zero tailpipe emissions. Through its comprehensive on-demand mobility platform, BluSmart seeks to facilitate the transition to more efficient and environmentally friendly transportation in Indian cities.
Big Bang Boom Solutions
Angel Round in 2020
Big Bang Boom Solutions Private Limited is a defense technology company based in Chennai, India, founded in 2018. It specializes in developing advanced defense solutions, including unmanned tanks, smart fencing systems, hybrid personal combat armor, drones for riot control, and a 360-degree advanced battle interface. The company focuses on creating intellectual property within the country to enhance the capabilities of the Indian Armed Forces. Leveraging strong connections in the research space, Big Bang Boom Solutions aims to deliver innovative technologies, such as IoT and data-driven perimeter intrusion detection systems, designed to improve border security and reduce casualties. Through its cutting-edge offerings, the company is positioned as a significant player in India's defense sector.
Aerostrovilos
Angel Round in 2020
Aerostrovilos Energy is a company based in Chennai, India, established in 2017, that specializes in the manufacturing of micro gas turbines for power generation applications. The company's innovative technology focuses on electrifying heavy-duty long-haul trucks, which, despite representing only 3-5% of global road traffic, are responsible for 40-50% of road transport pollution. Aerostrovilos aims to reduce this significant environmental impact by employing fuel-flexible generators capable of operating on various liquid and gaseous fuels, while also being oil-free. This approach enhances efficiency and promotes a lower carbon footprint by decreasing reliance on fossil fuels like coal.
ChargeZone
Seed Round in 2020
ChargeZone is a renewable energy solutions provider based in India, specializing in electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure and software development. Founded in 2018, the company aims to establish a network of 100,000 charging stations across key EV markets in India, catering to various vehicle types, including cars, buses, and trucks. ChargeZone employs advanced Grid-to-Vehicle (G2V) technology to facilitate an unmanned EV charging experience, enhancing convenience for users. Additionally, its application offers real-time information on charging station locations, enabling customers to easily find available charging points and access smart charging services at affordable rates. The company's focus on expanding EV infrastructure and providing innovative software solutions positions it as a key player in the transition to electric mobility.
NewsReach
Seed Round in 2020
NewsReach India is a PR-tech platform founded in 2018 by entrepreneurs Darshan Shah and Soniya Kundnani, aimed at transforming the public relations landscape. The platform offers targeted media placements, press releases, and podcasts, allowing advertisers to effectively disseminate sponsored content through a network of over 2,000 publications, including major outlets like The Times of India and Hindustan Times. Catering to a diverse clientele of more than 1,000 organizations, including prominent companies, NewsReach serves the public relations needs of small and medium businesses, PR agencies, and corporate communication teams. The company's innovative approach extends to digitalizing and enhancing visibility for local news publishers, enabling access to relevant news through various formats such as text, video, and images. NewsReach India is supported by notable investors, including Hindustan Times Media Ventures and Zee Growth Capital, and has been recognized in Forbes 30 under 30 Asia 2022.
B:Live
Seed Round in 2020
B: Live is a pioneering force in electrifying the last-mile mobility segment in India through its e-mobility solutions platform for fleet operators. Our comprehensive suite of innovative solutions covers the entire fleet lifecycle from creation and deployment of fleets to ongoing lifecycle support. B: Live’s offerings are designed to streamline and optimize every facet of fleet management. We empower fleet operators with Affordable Fleet Financing and a diverse Multi-Brand EV selection. This is powered by our Full-stack Smart Fleet Management Solution which enhances operational efficiency and fleet utilization. Central to our impact is the establishment of our robust Network of Centralized EV Hubs that act as service and charging touchpoints for our fleet operators.
BrandIdea
Venture Round in 2019
BRANDIDEA Consultancy offers Consulting and SW Applications for Business Analytics for Mass Market Brand Owners & Managers in India, that is disruptive & innovative. They have developed BRANDIDEA Enterprise Market Analytics™, a SaaS-based, self-service, Business Intelligence enterprise tool which helps to analyze your Consumer Markets & Sales MIS for Indian brands. Unlike other Business Intelligence tools, it comes packed with data and information relevant for your business category and accessible at the click of your mouse, intuitively – using the latest Data Visualization & Geo-Intelligence technology. This unique application delivers dramatically better business results & insights on Brands’ Marketing & Sales performance & opportunities.
Threadsol
Venture Round in 2019
ThreadSol Softwares, founded in 2012, specializes in developing material planning and optimization software for the fashion industry. With offices in multiple cities including Delhi, Bangalore, and Jakarta, the company serves over 90 customers who collectively plan 2.5 million garments daily. Its innovative solutions utilize artificial intelligence, big data, and mobility to enhance material utilization and productivity in various sewn product sectors, such as apparel, footwear, and home furnishings. ThreadSol's software has established a significant presence in 13 countries and is recognized for its ability to reduce material waste and improve operational efficiency. With more than 85 success stories globally, ThreadSol is committed to providing sustainable benefits to its clients in the manufacturing sector.
Nevis Networks
Venture Round in 2019
Nevis Networks specializes in providing advanced security solutions for local area networks (LANs) to ensure data integrity, network availability, and regulatory compliance. The company's flagship product, LANenforcer, integrates various LAN security functions into a cohesive framework that inspects every data packet, ensuring user accountability and threat containment. Nevis Networks also offers the Personal DMZ, which creates a protective perimeter for individual users, and the LANenforcer Secure Access Switch that secures the LAN environment. Additionally, the LANenforcer appliance aggregates traffic from multiple access switches, enabling individualized access control and rapid threat detection. The LANsight Security Manager supports centralized security policy configuration and monitoring. The company serves a diverse range of industries, including financial services, healthcare, high-tech, and educational institutions. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, Nevis Networks also has research and development facilities in Pune, India, and Beijing, China. In addition to its products, the company provides support, consulting, and customized training services to its clients.
Myadvo
Series A in 2018
Founded by IIT and Kellogg Alumni, MyAdvo is legal technology platform helping businesses and individuals with: Lawyer Discovery: 10,000+ subject matter expert lawyers in 350+ cities Standardized Pricing: Standardized service levels, timelines & fixed quotes Case Lifecycle Support: End-to-end support, timely updates, case analysis & MIS A brainchild of Kushal Bhagat and Anil Bains, MyAdvo was conceptualized in 2015 and commenced operations in 2016. Starting from 2 team members, we have grown to 60+ strong team. Over the last three years, we have facilitated 10,000 cases, associated with 100+ Corporates and served 15000+ individuals and have seen 30x growth in revenues, and we are just getting warmed up. We have built a strong and robust network of 10,000+ expert lawyers spread across 350+ Indian cities. Legal Industry is an industry full of mistrust, opaqueness and disservice. Having experienced legal hassles in various aspects of our personal and professional life, we can closely relate to the pain of the consumer. We are very passionate about solving the problem by leveraging technology and revolutionizing the way legal services are sought and delivered to individuals and businesses. With our customer first philosophy, we strive to be India's leading and most trustworthy legal technology company. Our core team has alums from IITs, Kellogg, NLUs, DCE, IIIT, Thapar, and have previously worked with Amazon US, PE firms, HDFC, Zo Rooms, Printvenue, Infoedge amongst others.
NewsBytes
Seed Round in 2018
NewsBytes is an innovative media technology company based in Ghaziabad, India, that operates a digital platform designed to streamline news consumption. By utilizing an AI-powered engine, NewsBytes produces high-quality content in multiple languages with minimal human intervention, addressing the challenges of information overload in the media market. The platform presents news in a timeline format, allowing users to access both current events and historical stories efficiently. NewsBytes functions as both a consumer-facing media platform and a B2B technology provider, offering its content creation technology to other companies through licensing agreements. This dual approach enables NewsBytes to cater to a diverse audience while enhancing content production capabilities across various media formats.
Selectjobs
Angel Round in 2016
SelectJobs is a provider of jobs for candidates at the bottom of the pyramid typical positions are delivery boys, sales, retail, insurance, electricians, plumber, mason etc. They aggregate jobs from several companies in India and the Middle-East and provide these as job opportunities to disadvantaged and economically-backward youth.
Unocoin
Seed Round in 2016
Unocoin is a mobile wallet service based in Tumakuru, India, that facilitates the buying, selling, storing, and acceptance of bitcoins. Launched in 2013, it is available on iOS and Android platforms, allowing users to manage their cryptocurrency through features such as printing paper wallets, importing bitcoin addresses, and withdrawing bitcoins to these wallets. Additionally, Unocoin provides a cryptocurrency trading platform that offers users access to real-time market data and supports a trading application programming interface. This platform is designed to cater to both casual users and high-volume traders by enabling secure trading and dynamic fee structures.
Roder
Angel Round in 2016
Roder.in is a technology platform & cab aggregator for outstation travels in India. Roder.in is revolutionizing outstation cab travel by eliminating ‘the return fare’ concept from the market by optimizing resources. They charge only one-way fares for one-side journeys, making intercity cab travel affordable and accessible to everyone.
MassBlurb
Angel Round in 2015
MassBlurb hrlps create an online presence that caters restaurants, salons, spas, and other small or medium-sized businesses. The aim of this company is for the clients to have a dedicated website that contains consistent information. MassBlurb competes with LimeTray and PetPooja among others in its business in India. Delhi-based LimeTray had raised an undisclosed amount of funding in its Series A round from Matrix Partners India and others last year.
JoyByNature
Angel Round in 2015
JoyByNature is an online retail store based in New Delhi, India, specializing in natural and organic products. Since its founding in 2013, the company has established partnerships with over 300 vendors nationwide, with more than 65 percent of orders coming from regions outside North India. JoyByNature offers a diverse range of over 8,000 products across multiple categories, including home care, apparel, groceries, baby care, and cosmetics. The company aims to make healthy and natural products easily accessible to consumers by delivering them directly to their homes. Through its e-commerce platform, JoyByNature provides an option for customers to purchase a variety of health-focused organic products, supporting their commitment to promoting a natural lifestyle.
BabyChakra
Seed Round in 2015
Babychakra is the fastest growing platform & largest platform for Indian parents to discover care for their families. BabyChakra hosts the largest community of mothers and have also created the first of its kind globally, maternity and childcare marketplace. They are an award winning venture and have won awards from Google, INC.com, BusinessWorld and been featured in Techcrunch, Forbes, The Times of India, The Economic Times and The Guardian for their innovation.
AppsDaily
Series C in 2015
AppsDaily Solutions, founded in 2008 and based in Mumbai, India, specializes in developing mobile applications for various platforms, including Android, Blackberry, Symbian, and Java phones. Originally known as Onward Mobility Solution Pvt. Ltd., the company focuses on creating mobile protection and security applications that streamline the retail distribution of mobile software. Their offerings include mobile antivirus, insurance, backup services, privacy tools, utilities, and games, catering to the needs of mobile users by providing customized applications through an accessible retail channel.
Goodera
Seed Round in 2015
Goodera Information Technologies Private Limited is a technology platform that focuses on transforming the corporate social responsibility (CSR) and sustainability landscape. Based in Bengaluru, India, with an additional office in Menlo Park, the company provides a comprehensive solution that enables corporations, foundations, governments, and non-profits to manage their CSR and sustainability objectives effectively. Goodera's platform allows users to collect and analyze data in local languages, offering real-time insights into impact and facilitating engagement through dashboards. The platform also supports corporate volunteering initiatives, connecting employees with opportunities to contribute to community needs while enhancing the visibility of organizations. Founded in 2003 and originally known as NextGen PMS Pvt. Ltd., Goodera rebranded in 2017 to better reflect its mission in the CSR sector.
NowFloats
Series A in 2015
NowFloats is a platform designed to assist Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in establishing and maintaining an online presence through the use of SMS technology. By sending simple text messages, businesses can update their websites with relevant content such as offers and news, which are then communicated to their loyal customers. The platform employs an intelligent algorithm that enhances search engine optimization, increasing the visibility of these businesses online. In India, where a significant number of SMEs lack a digital footprint, NowFloats addresses this gap by providing a straightforward solution for businesses to engage with customers and drive traffic to their websites. With a robust user base of nearly 2000 customers shortly after its launch, NowFloats leverages the widespread use of mobile phones to create a scalable and sustainable business model, enabling SMEs to respond quickly to market demands and improve their sales directly through their online catalogs.
Vliv
Seed Round in 2014
Vliv Inc. is a multi-modal video cloud startup based in Delaware, with offices in Sunnyvale, California, and New Delhi, India. The company specializes in developing a mobile video application that features a constellation of video-related services. This application is designed to operate on a robust mobile video backend, enabling users to access and engage with video content seamlessly. Vliv aims to enhance the video consumption experience through innovative technology and user-friendly design.
FortunePay
Angel Round in 2014
The India market is ready for a team that can offer robust internet payment services which can be easily integrated to provide a seamless user experience.FortunePay is a venture started by seasoned payments professional with a track record in delivering innovative solutions for both emerging and developed markets. Having worked in the India payments market delivering proven products for internet & mobile payments, and for financial inclusion, the team's experience will translate to shorter Time-to-Market (TTM), a higher Return-on-Investment (ROI) and the ability to scale your business rapidly.While our corporate offices are in Bangalore, we are in the process of opening our office in Mumbai.
Avaz
Seed Round in 2014
Avaz is a company that develops applications aimed at helping children with autism improve their speech, language, and communication skills. Its flagship product, Avaz AAC, is a picture-based communication app designed to be used alongside speech therapy, facilitating the development of language and literacy. The app is available for free on both the Apple and Google Play app stores, with additional features accessible through in-app subscriptions or purchases. Avaz also has a project called FreeSpeech, a novel communication system intended for language teaching and special education, which has garnered attention in a TED talk by its CEO, Ajit Narayanan. Headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Avaz has a development center located in Chennai, India, and its applications are utilized by thousands of children worldwide, helping them express their thoughts, needs, and emotions effectively.
Catapooolt
Seed Round in 2014
CATAPOOOLT is India's first industry-backed and most rewarding crowd-engagement platform for movies, music and performing arts. Primarily aimed at enabling crowdfunding for independent creative projects - the platform will also help the industry to seek resources and professional assistance for making, production, distribution and release of creative projects. Founded by the team who first launched crowd-funding in India, the platform will seek partnerships with leading industry luminaries and organizations to unleash a new cinema and creative revolution.
iKure Techsoft
Angel Round in 2014
Globally, use of Information and Communication technologies (ICT) has been identified as one of the major solutions to improve accessibility and affordability of healthcare services for the poor. iKure Techsoft, a technology start-up, has been established to leverage ICT’s strengths to extend healthcare services to India’s rural population. Started by a team of 3 ex-Oracle employees, the company has been incubated at IIT Kharagpur and has its software development centre at Bangalore. The company has developed affordable and innovative solutions for collection of healthcare data in villages using either computers or mobile phones and enables doctors at multiple locations to collaborate and extend quality care to the rural patients. Through partnerships with multiple stakeholders like corporate entities, healthcare providers, social development organizations, government agencies, pharmaceutical companies, insurers etc. iKure Techsoft intends to provide a technology platform that will help all the stakeholders to achieve their social and commercial objectives.
Squeakee
Series A in 2013
Squeakee is a SaaS-based platform that offers full-stack digital commerce solutions to SMEs and enterprise customers. It provides assisted services and enables digital commerce for its customers through a variety of products, technologies, and services. It enables them to generate serious value from an online presence. Squeakee’s product and service portfolio includes an instant e-store building with integrated payment and logistics, multichannel integration, content management, digital marketing, catalogue management, analytics, and more. Squeakee was founded by Abrar Shaikh, Ninad Takpere, and Kashif Shaikh in April 2012 and is based in Mumbai, India.
Purplle
Series A in 2013
Purplle is an online marketplace based in Mumbai, India, specializing in cosmetics, fragrances, and personal care products. Founded in 2011, Purplle offers a wide range of items including makeup, hair care, skincare, and beauty appliances, catering to the diverse needs of its customers. The platform emphasizes a personalized shopping experience by considering individual skin and hair types, allowing consumers to select products that best suit their preferences. Purplle aims to enhance the beauty and wellness shopping experience by providing a curated selection of brands and products.
WAH Holidays
Seed Round in 2013
WAH Holidays Private Limited, founded in 2011 and based in New Delhi, India, specializes in providing a variety of holiday packages for travelers. The company offers an online platform where users can research, plan, and book trips to both popular and off-beat destinations, including options for honeymooners, families, and adventure seekers. Customers have the flexibility to customize their travel itineraries or select from pre-designed packages. Additionally, WAH Holidays connects users with local agents and experts who assist with coordination, advice, and booking, ensuring a tailored travel experience.
NowFloats
Pre Seed Round in 2013
NowFloats is a platform designed to assist Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in establishing and maintaining an online presence through the use of SMS technology. By sending simple text messages, businesses can update their websites with relevant content such as offers and news, which are then communicated to their loyal customers. The platform employs an intelligent algorithm that enhances search engine optimization, increasing the visibility of these businesses online. In India, where a significant number of SMEs lack a digital footprint, NowFloats addresses this gap by providing a straightforward solution for businesses to engage with customers and drive traffic to their websites. With a robust user base of nearly 2000 customers shortly after its launch, NowFloats leverages the widespread use of mobile phones to create a scalable and sustainable business model, enabling SMEs to respond quickly to market demands and improve their sales directly through their online catalogs.
Plustxt
Angel Round in 2013
Plustxt India is text messaging app optimized for Indian languages. Plustxt allows fast text messaging in any Indian language - as well as language keyboards. It is also as fast as any other text messaging app. Available in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Gujarati, Punjabi, Marathi, Malayalam, Kannada.
Qubecell
Seed Round in 2013
Qubecell, founded in 2012, is India's first dedicated mobile billing aggregator, specializing in mobile payment solutions. The company is integrated with all major mobile operators in India and is expanding its services to other emerging markets. Qubecell enables users to make payments using their cell phone numbers, facilitating transactions through an international mobile payments network. Currently, the company operates in 66 countries and collaborates with over 240 carrier partners, focusing on monetizing the increasing mobile internet traffic driven by social gaming and mobile services through carrier billing.
Maximojo
Seed Round in 2012
Maximojo is a startup that provides software solutions to the hospitality industry, specifically aimed at helping hotels manage their inventory, distribution, and revenue. Founded in 2011 by Sudhir Mody and based in Pune, India, the company offers a suite of products known as Mantras. This includes Revenue Mantra for inventory distribution and yield management, Web Mantra for direct online bookings, Analytics Mantra for competitor tracking and yield maximization, and Mobile Mantra for real-time management of bookings and rates. Maximojo's software enables hotels to establish a global distribution network, automate daily operations, and monitor guest feedback and competition, thereby enhancing their online distribution capabilities.
Canvera Digital Technologies
Series B in 2012
Canvera Digital Technologies Pvt Ltd. operates as an online digital photography company in India. It offers prints, calendars, and photobooks. The company also provides Canvera Pro Designer, which provides desktop software for designing and ordering. Canvera Digital Technologies Pvt Ltd. was incorporated in 2007 and is based in Bangalore, India.
Exotel
Seed Round in 2012
Exotel is an AI-powered cloud customer engagement platform established in 2011, serving over 6,000 companies across India, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. The platform facilitates 25 million calls daily and provides a comprehensive suite of cloud-based products, including an omnichannel contact center and various voice and messaging APIs. Exotel's technology is designed to streamline communication between businesses and their customers, enhancing overall business performance. Its offerings include artificial intelligence bots, cloud contact centers, and tools for generating conversational and cross-channel context. This enables organizations to optimize resources, reduce operational costs, and improve customer experiences, making Exotel a vital partner for fast-growing companies in emerging markets.
Svasti Microfinance
Venture Round in 2011
Operating in the urban slums of Mumbai, Svasti is a startup NBFC-MFI innovatively using technology and focusing on product design. Its microfinance program was started in October 2008. The Indian microfinance market is still largely under-penetrated, and the market is very fragmented with over 1500+ MFIs, but only a handful have an NBFC form allowing to receive equity investments like Svatsi.
Zipdial
Series A in 2011
ZipDial Mobile Solutions Pvt Ltd is a Bangalore-based company founded by three technology entrepreneurs with degrees from top global universities and graduate schools as well as extensive professional leadership experience in both India and the US, including companies like mChek, Zapak.com, eBay, Ketera and Xerox. ZipDial has been tested and proven through past campaigns with large customers such as KFC & Pepsi and Sanofi-Aventis as well as for small and medium businesses such as individual celebrities, NGOs and live event managers. Read customer case studies here ZipDial’s technology is patent pending and available internationally.
Dhama Innovations
Seed Round in 2011
Dhama Innovations is a technology development company headquartered in Hyderabad, India, that specializes in temperature-based wearable electronics. Founded in 2008 by Kranthi Vistakula, the company has developed its proprietary technology, ClimaCon, which enables users to control temperature within a range of 38 °F to 140 °F. This innovative technology has been integrated into a diverse portfolio of products, including wristbands, vests, and seat attachments, designed for applications in healthcare, consumer lifestyle, and sports. The products offer adjustable temperature settings and options for both dry and moist heat, allowing users to manage pain, enhance performance, and regulate body temperature effectively. Dhama Innovations has received multiple accolades for its contributions to technology, including recognition as one of the 'Top 100 Most Promising Technology Companies' in Asia and global honors from Red Herring. The team comprises skilled designers and engineers from prestigious institutions, reinforcing the company's commitment to innovation and quality.
Milk Mantra
Angel Round in 2010
Milk Mantra Dairy Pvt. Ltd., founded in 2009 and based in Bhubaneswar, India, specializes in the processing, packaging, and distribution of dairy products. The company offers a diverse range of items under its brands Milky Moo and MooShake, which include pure milk, probiotic dahi, pouch dahi, paneer, lassi, buttermilk, and flavored milkshakes in various flavors such as nutty badam, peachy strawberry, slurpy mango, chocolate, and vanilla. Milk Mantra focuses on sustainable practices by working directly with farmers for milk procurement, ensuring quality through testing and processing. It operates in Odisha and neighboring states, providing direct-to-home delivery services and distributing products through over 10,000 local stores. The company emphasizes health and quality in its offerings, aiming to enhance the dairy consumption experience for its customers.
Canvera Digital Technologies
Venture Round in 2010
Canvera Digital Technologies Pvt Ltd. operates as an online digital photography company in India. It offers prints, calendars, and photobooks. The company also provides Canvera Pro Designer, which provides desktop software for designing and ordering. Canvera Digital Technologies Pvt Ltd. was incorporated in 2007 and is based in Bangalore, India.
Karmic Lifesciences
Series B in 2010
Karmic Lifesciences is a contract research organization based in Mumbai, India, that specializes in providing medico-marketing services for the pharmaceutical industry. Founded in 2005 by Nidhi Saxena, the company is ICH-GCP compliant and offers a range of integrated services, including clinical data management, biostatistics, medical affairs, personal healthcare, third-party auditing and monitoring, and consulting. Additionally, Karmic Lifesciences has developed web-enabled tools to enhance clinical data management and support global clinical operations for pharmaceutical companies. Through its comprehensive offerings, Karmic Lifesciences aims to meet the diverse needs of its clients in the healthcare sector.
Asiatic Clinical Research
Venture Round in 2010
Asiatic Clinical Research Pvt. Ltd. is a contract research organization based in Bengaluru, India, specializing in clinical trial research and development services. The company supports pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device sectors by offering a range of services, including bioavailability/bioequivalence partnering, clinical trial management, study design, and protocol development. Additionally, Asiatic provides laboratory services and clinical research support, which encompasses document translation, clinical report writing, site initiation, training, monitoring, and investigator sourcing. With a focus on Phase II to IV clinical trials, the organization emphasizes strategic planning and utilizes ICH-GCP trained sites across metropolitan and tier II cities. Asiatic Clinical Research has established partnerships with the College of American Pathologists and the National Accreditation Board for Testing & Calibration Laboratories, enhancing its credibility and reach in the clinical research landscape.
AIOCD Pharmasofttech AWACS
Venture Round in 2010
AIOCD Pharmasofttech AWACS Pvt. Ltd. is a pharmaceutical market research company based in Chennai, India, established in 2007 as a subsidiary of All India Origin Chemists and Distributors Ltd. It specializes in providing comprehensive market intelligence and data analytics services to the pharmaceutical sector. The company offers a range of products, including sales data audits, Rx Data Audit for analyzing customer behavior, and Dr Census to enhance promotional strategies and sales force efficiency. Additionally, AIOCD AWACS delivers sales force automation solutions, which include tools for effective field and customer management, as well as modules like Invoice Import for standardizing invoice outputs across pharmaceutical companies. By leveraging advanced technology, AIOCD AWACS aims to significantly reduce the time required for information retrieval while improving accuracy, thus enabling clients to develop effective strategies and maintain a competitive edge in the market.
Textual Analytics Solutions
Seed Round in 2008
Textual Analytics Solutions Pvt. Ltd (TAS) is a Bangalore, India, based company which is working on innovative technology solutions in the area of text analytics and Natural Language Processing. Their understanding of the inadequacies of traditional text mining approaches has driven them on to a path to explore newer methods to solve some of the vexing problems caused by information explosion. TAS's management team has the right mix of members with language expertise and experienced technology and business professionals.
InMobi
Angel Round in 2007
InMobi provides mobile advertising services in Asia and Africa. It develops an advertisement serving algorithm that helps in optimizing the ranking of the advertisements served on mobile phones. InMobi also provides campaign management services, such as strategy, designing, executing, managing, and optimizing campaigns, and advertisement creation, format, and targeting services for advertisers. Moreover, it offers monetization strategies to monetize site traffic by using a combination of performance and branding advertisements, and an advertisement serving algorithm to rank the advertisements available based on user targeting and past performance for publishers. Further, InMobi provides advertisers and publishers with access to near real-time reports to monitor the performance of advertisement campaigns and the status of site monetization. Furthermore, it offers InMobi Ad Tracker, a mobile campaign conversion tracking solution; and Lifetime Value Platform, a platform that identifies in-application user groups and provides behavior insight to publishers or application developers. InMobi has a strategic partnership with TalkingData. Naveen Tewari, Mohit Saxena, Amit Gupta, and Abhay Singhal founded mKhoj Solutions Private Limited in 2006 that became InMobi Technologies in August 2009, with its headquarters in Bengaluru in India and additional offices in New Delhi and Mumbai in India.
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