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Startup BharatAgri Raises Rs 35 Crore from Investors
Startup BharatAgri raises Rs 35 crore from investors
NEW DELHI: Agritech startup BharatAgri, an advisory-led e-commerce platform for farmers, announced on Thursday that it has secured Rs 35 crore (USD 4.3 million) from investors, including Arkam Ventures. The company raised Rs 35 crore in the Series A funding round. Apart from Arkam Ventures, the funding round also saw participation from Capria Ventures and existing investors, India Quotient, 021 Capital, and Omnivore, BharatAgri said in a release. The funding signifies Arkam Ventures' third investment in the agri-tech sector. "The funds will be utilized to expand BharatAgri's e-commerce platform into new regions and reinforce its last-mile delivery," the statement mentioned. Founded by IIT Madras alumni Siddharth Dialani and Sai Gole, BharatAgri has developed prediction algorithms that offer customized advisory services tailored to crops, regions, and climate variations. Farmers can access this personalized advice to enhance farm yield, reduce input costs, and labor efforts. The e-commerce platform provides over 10,000 agricultural products like fertilizers, seeds, pesticides, insecticides, farming equipment, among others, and is delivered nationwide, as stated in the release.
Man Loses Leg in 'Phatka Gang' Attack on Moving Train in Kalyan
Man Loses Leg in 'Phatka Gang' Attack on Moving Train in Kalyan
KALYAN: A 22-year-old farmer from Nashik suffered a partial amputation of his left leg after being hit by the notorious 'Phatka gang' near Kalyan. The incident occurred on Sunday morning while Gaurav Nikam was travelling on the Tapovan Express from Thane to Nashik. According to Kalyan GRP, the incident happened between Shahad and Ambivli railway stations when the train slowed down near Irani Pada. Nikam was on a phone call near the train door when a minor boy from outside struck his hand with a
Allegations of Fraudulent Surrogacy Practices Surface at Hyderabad Fertility Clinic
Allegations of Fraudulent Surrogacy Practices Surface at Hyderabad Fertility Clinic
HYDERABAD: Gopalapuram police have registered five new cases against the head of Srushti Fertility Clinic Dr Athaluri Namratha alias Pachipala Namratha, and others based on complaints lodged by five sets of victims. While in one case a couple alleged that the doctor handed them a baby whose DNA did not match theirs, three other couples accused the clinic of adopting dubious methods. They claimed that they had already paid the money — anywhere from Rs 12.5 lakh to Rs 19 lakh — and even deposited their biological samples when they grew suspicious about the operations of Dr Namratha and her clinic. The frauds occurred between 2019 and 2025. Cops are yet to ascertain details of the fifth case.
Uttarkashi Cloudburst Horror: Flash Floods Sweep Away Village, People Seen Running For Their Lives
Uttarkashi Cloudburst Horror: Flash Floods Sweep Away Village, People Seen Running For Their Lives
DEHRADUN: A man narrowly escaped death after the flash flood swept through Dharali village in Uttarkashi on Tuesday, triggering a massive pile of debris. He was seen crawling out from the rubble, covered in mud and visibly injured, moments after the deadly waters destroyed homes, shops, and roads in seconds. The man's identity and his current condition remained unknown as of Tuesday evening, but widely circulated videos have already hailed him as a hero. Officials have not yet confirmed whether he was later taken to hospital or rescued by disaster response teams.
Can Vijay be the Next MGR in Tamil Nadu Elections?
Can Vijay be the Next MGR in Tamil Nadu Elections?
A huge poster of actor Vijay stares down from the wall. A digital signboard flashes: 285 days, 3 hours, 43 minutes and 46 seconds, a countdown to the 2026 assembly election in Tamil Nadu. Scores of people sit glued to screens, fingers flying over keyboards, some others are on mobile phones trying to reach voters in remote hamlets. The Tamizhaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) war room in Chennai is fully activated.
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RBI Monetary Policy Committee Meeting: Experts Predict Repo Rate Status Quo
RBI Monetary Policy Committee Meeting: Experts Predict Repo Rate Status Quo
Experts expect the central bank to maintain a status quo on repo rate. RBI Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meet date, time: The MPC, under the leadership of Reserve Bank of India (RBI) governor Sanjay Malhotra, met this week for the bi-monthly monetary policy review. The committee will assess several economic parameters, including the repo rate, liquidity conditions, CPI inflation and GDP growth outlook for India's economy.The timing of RBI’s monetary policy assumes significa
Wall Street Update: Markets React to Tariff Uncertainty
Wall Street Update: Markets React to Tariff Uncertainty
Wall Street experienced slight gains on Wednesday as investors analyzed a plethora of corporate earnings to assess how businesses are navigating President Donald Trump's tariffs. The Nasdaq rose by 60 points or 0.29%, reaching 20,977. The S&P 500 followed suit with a modest increase of 11 points, up by 0.18% to 6310. On the other hand, the DJIA dipped by 12 points or 0.03% to settle at 44,099 by 7:25 PM IST.
Alaan Raises $48 Million in Series A Round Led by Peak XV Partners
Alaan Raises $48 Million in Series A Round Led by Peak XV Partners
BENGALURU: UAE-based spend management platform Alaan has raised $48 million in a Series A round led by Peak XV Partners, marking one of the largest early-stage funding deals in the Middle East's fintech sector. The round saw participation from 885 Capital founders Sudeep Ramnani and Jai Mahtani, Y Combinator, 468 Capital, and Pioneer Fund. The funding, which was oversubscribed, included both primary and secondary components. It also drew backing from several prominent regional and global operators, including Tabby founder Hosam Arab, Careem founder Mudassir Sheikha, Pleo founder Jeppe Rindom, Astra Tech founder Abdallah Abu-Sheikh, and Talabat CPO Yi Wei Ang.
Gold and Silver Price Prediction Today
Gold and Silver Price Prediction Today
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National Securities Depository Ltd (NSDL) Soars on Debut, Shares List 15% Higher
National Securities Depository Ltd (NSDL) Soars on Debut, Shares List 15% Higher
National Securities Depository Ltd (NSDL) shares had a robust start on Wednesday, opening 15% above the issue price of Rs 800. NSDL shares debuted at Rs 880 on the BSE, marking a 10% premium over the issue price. The stock surged further by 15% to reach Rs 920, propelling the company's market valuation to Rs 18,249 crore on the BSE. NSDL's Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Rs 4,011 crore garnered a subscription of 41 times on the closing day of bidding on Friday. Despite N
Asian Stock Markets Rise on US Rate Cut Hopes
Asian Stock Markets Rise on US Rate Cut Hopes
Asian stock markets climbed on Thursday, buoyed by a tech rally on Wall Street, upbeat earnings, and hopes of US rate cuts. Investor confidence followed after Trump's 100% chip tariff threat came with exemptions for several companies.
Warren Buffett's Circle of Competence: An Investing Philosophy
Warren Buffett's Circle of Competence: An Investing Philosophy
Warren Buffett, the billionaire investor behind the success of Berkshire Hathaway, is widely admired not just for his wealth, but for his simple, time-tested investment philosophy. One of his most powerful ideas is the “circle of competence” — the concept that you don’t need to understand everything about every business to be a great investor. Instead, staying within your intellectual comfort zone is the key to making rational, long-term decisions. As Buffett once wrote, understanding your limits is more important than having a vast amount of knowledge. This principle still offers a practical framework for anyone looking to invest wisely in today’s fast-paced market.
US Markets Today: Wall Street Shows Stability Amid Economic and Political Uncertainty
US Markets Today: Wall Street Shows Stability Amid Economic and Political Uncertainty
US stock indices traded marginally higher on Tuesday, showing signs of stability after two volatile sessions driven by economic uncertainty and political tension over tariffs.