Credited with being India’s first online marketplace, Shopclues recently announced a treat for their customers. Expanding their product range and services just ahead of the festive season, the company launched its new online International Store on October 6, 2018. Breaking the monotony, and welcoming new brands in town, the Shopclues International Store is offering the […]
Hyatt announces acquisition of Two Roads Hospitality
Hyatt Hotels Corporation, a premium luxury hotel chain, said on Monday that it will be acquiring Two Roads Hospitality. Alila Diwa Goa and Alila Fort Bishangarh are the two properties owned by the company in India. Hyatt, with the acquisition of Two Roads will have its presence in 23 new markets, and will further enhance […]
Flipkart Fashion looks to expand its market share in Big Billion Days
Major e-retailer Flipkart is planning to catch a major chunk in the online fashion sector this festive season, with events like the Big Billion Days. After the mega merger with Walmart, Kalyan Krishnamurthy is expanding the horizons for Flipkart in every division, ranging from electronics to fashion to kitchen. This festive season the e-commerce player […]
Say hello to virtual travel with Quaqua
Travelling is the new rage in town and Quaqua, a virtual travel platform, has taken this to another level. With ‘see before you go’, as their motto, the company brings to life all the destinations that a tourist would like to visit. Keeping in mind the needs of millennials, who want to know everything about […]
Embassy Group and Blackstone teams up for India’s first REIT
India’s much awaited Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) is all set for debut. This mega announcement took place after almost 4 years after the rules were notified and efforts by the government were put in place, regulating it as per the global standards. As per a report in The Economic Times, a joint venture between US-based Blackstone […]
Ontario based Daisy Intelligence secures $5 million funding from Espresso Capital
Ontario based AI driven start-up Daisy Intelligence secured $5Million funding from Espresso Capital. Reaching top spot for ElevateR Pitch, AI Edition Event help in Toronto on Tuesday. The pitch competition was opened to many Canadian corporations working in Artificial Intelligence or an adjacent sector with less than $10 Million in revenue or funding. Organization which […]
How Universities are becoming the gateway for Swaach Bharat Abhiyan
To speed up India’s efforts to attain its universal image of being the cleanest country, the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi launched Swacch Bharat Mission on 2nd October 2014. As per the Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation, this initiative is divided into two categories: Swaach Bharat Mission (Gramin) and Swaach Bharat Mission (Urban). […]
Flipkart takes over Upstream Commerce, an internet based start-up in Israel
In a recent acquisition, Flipkart has acquired an Israel-based start-up called Upstream Commerce. The move by India’s largest online retailer is a step towards supporting its consumer base with services such as real-time pricing and information about the products. Prior to this, Flipkart also acquired an Indian artificial intelligence start-up Liv.ai in August. The second […]
RK Group ventures into finance, to target affordable housing and small businesses
Rajasthan based RK Group(RK Marbles) has stepped into housing finance. Wonder Home Finance Limited(WHFL) is a subsidiary of the group that was launched recently. With a plan to disburse a loan of about Rs 200 crore by March 2019, the company will initially put their money in affordable housing and small businesses. Sanjay Singh Rajawat, […]
High fever grips north India, viral, dengue, chikungunya cases on the rise
It is that time of the year again and the nip in temperature is taking a toll. The increase in the number of fever cases in the country has risen some serious concerns. Along with a cascade of viral diseases, the oncoming of H1N1 virus has contributed to the increasing statistics. In Mumbai alone, the […]