Category: Coronavirus

Virohan raises $3 mn for its edtech platform focused on healthcare industry

Gurugram-based vocational education startup, Virohan, raises Series A investment round worth $3 million.  The startup provides educational courses and certifications specifically for healthcare professionals. Courses offered by Virohan are Emergency Medical Technician, Medical Laboratory Technician, Operation Theatre Technician, Hospital Administration and Radiology Technician. The programs are presented via short video content, quizzes and other features.  […]

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Byju’s latest initiative to make education accessible for children in need

Online learning startup, Byjus’s announces its newest program, ‘Byju’s Give Initiative,’ to help make education accessible for children in India.  The Bengaluru-based startup has created the Give Initiative as part of its greater umbrella program, “Education for All.”  “At the heart of this initiative, lies a humble dream of every member of the Byju’s family […]

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Startup accelerator, Y Combinator, announces 14 Indian startups for newest virtual round

Adapting to a Covid-19 world, Y Combinator has announced the 197 startups for the newest remote round of its three-month incubation program.  Since its founding in 2005, Y Combinator has worked to provide startups with opportunities for growth through its startup accelerator. The program provides selected startups with mentorship, networking and opportunities for investments, among […]

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Chingari raises seed investment of $1.3 mn for its video-focused platform

Bengaluru-based short video and social media startup, Chingari, raises $1.3 million for its mobile platform.  The company’s platform allows users to create and upload content, as well as engage with other users, similar to other social media sites. Creators then receive 30 percent of the revenue made from the platform from companies.  “Sumit and team […]

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#VocalforLocal: How Indian Startups Can Make the Most of this Opportunity

By Varun Alagh and Ghazal Alagh The Prime Minister’s clarion call to support local brands has captured the country’s imagination during these challenging times. Whether it’s Fevicol or Asian Paints or Mahindra & Mahindra, local brands have always found a way to retain market share and build brand loyalty. But today, there is a massive […]

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