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<title>Indian Food Times &#45; : Food Startups</title>
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<title>Benny’s Bowl Raises $1.4 Million in Pre&#45;Series A Round Led by Atomic Capital to Scale Pet Nutrition Business</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/bennys-bowl-raises-funds-in-pre-series-a-round-led-by-atomic-capital-to-scale-pet-nutrition-business</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Benny’s Bowl raises $1.4 million in pre-Series A funding led by Atomic Capital to expand pet nutrition products, R&amp;D, and offline retail growth. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:18:07 +0530</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Yash Singh</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Benny’s Bowl funding, Benny’s Bowl pre-Series A, Atomic Capital investment, pet nutrition startup India, functional pet food products, premium pet food India, dog food brand India, cat food brand India, pet health supplements India, Indian pet care market</media:keywords>
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<title>Babai Tiffins Raises ₹10.5 Crore on Suniel Shetty–Led Bharat Ke Super Founders to Expand Andhra QSR Footprint</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/babai-tiffins-raises-10-point-5-crore-on-suniel-shettyled-bharat-ke-super-founders-to-expand-andhra-qsr-footprint</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Andhra QSR brand Babai Tiffins raises ₹10.5 crore on Bharat Ke Super Founders to expand outlets, scale operations and formalise regional cuisine. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 12:07:57 +0530</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Team IFT</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Babai Tiffins funding, Andhra QSR startup, Bharat Ke Super Founders investment, Suniel Shetty startup show, regional food QSR India, Babai Tiffins expansion</media:keywords>
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<title>TeinPro Forays Into India’s Health Food Segment With First Protein Bar, Backed by Randeep Hooda</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/teinpro-forays-into-indias-health-food-segment-with-first-protein-bar-backed-by-randeep-hooda</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ TeinPro enters India’s health food market with its first protein bar, positioning everyday nutrition as a bridge between fitness and lifestyle wellness. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 19:42:43 +0530</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Team IFT</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>TeinPro protein bar, Indian protein bar market, health food startups India, Randeep Hooda investment, functional nutrition India, protein snack brands India</media:keywords>
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<title>The Croffle Guys Land ₹2.5 Crore Deal in Shark Tank India Season 5 Premiere, Valued at ₹50 Crore</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/the-croffle-guys-land-25-crore-deal-in-shark-tank-india-season-5-premiere-valued-at-50-crore</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Croffle Guys raise ₹2.5 crore on Shark Tank India Season 5 premiere. Mumbai-based croffle brand bags big funding at ₹50 crore valuation. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2026 21:00:44 +0530</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Yogita Singh</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>The Croffle Guys Shark Tank India, Shark Tank India Season 5 deal, croffle brand India, single product QSR India, fusion dessert startup India, Kunal Bahl investment, Mohit Yadav Shark Tank</media:keywords>
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<title>Toffee Coffee Roasters Raises ₹5 Crore in Pre&#45;Series A Round Led by IPV</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/toffee-coffee-roasters-raises-5-crore-in-pre-series-a-round-led-by-ipv</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Toffee Coffee Roasters raises ₹5 crore in a Pre-Series A round led by IPV to scale operations, expand roastery capacity, and launch new coffee products. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2025 13:27:36 +0530</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Yash Singh</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Toffee Coffee Roasters funding, Toffee Coffee Roasters Pre-Series A, Indian coffee startup funding, IPV investment, D2C coffee brand India, specialty coffee startup India, Shark Tank India coffee brand</media:keywords>
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<title>Fambo Raises ₹21.55 Crore from AgriSURE Fund and EV2 Ventures to Strengthen Tech&#45;Driven Food Supply Chain</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/fambo-raises-2155-crore-from-agrisure-fund-and-ev2-ventures-to-strengthen-tech-driven-food-supply-chain</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Noida-based food solutions startup Fambo raises ₹21.55 crore from AgriSURE Fund and EV2 Ventures to expand operations, boost tech, and scale its supply chain. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2025 15:50:16 +0530</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Yash Singh</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Fambo funding, AgriSURE Fund, EV2 Ventures, food solutions startup, HoReCa supply chain, agritech startup India, farm-to-fork model, NABVENTURES, Indian food startup news, QSR supply chain</media:keywords>
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<title>Kapiva Secures $60 Million in Series D Funding; Fireside Ventures Exits</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/kapiva-secures-60-million-in-series-d-funding-fireside-ventures-exits</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ayurvedic wellness brand Kapiva raises $60M in Series D led by 360 ONE Asset and Vertex Growth. Fireside Ventures exits. Plans R&amp;D and expansion. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2025 14:01:19 +0530</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Yash Singh</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Kapiva funding, Kapiva Series D, Ayurveda wellness brand, Fireside Ventures exit, Kapiva revenue growth, Ayurvedic nutrition startup, health tech in Ayurveda, latest food news</media:keywords>
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<title>Hocco Ice Cream Bags ₹115 Cr Funding at ₹2,000 Cr Valuation, Eyes Aggressive Expansion</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/hocco-ice-cream-bags-115-cr-funding-at-2000-cr-valuation-eyes-aggressive-expansion</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Hocco Ice Cream secures ₹115 Cr funding led by Sauce.vc at a ₹2,000 Cr valuation. Startup to boost production, logistics, and expand pan-India presence. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2025 13:20:18 +0530</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Yash Singh</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Hocco Ice Cream funding, Hocco ₹2000 crore valuation, Hocco expansion plans, premium ice cream India, Sauce.vc investment, Indian ice cream brands, Amul vs Hocco, NIC competitor, Indian food startups</media:keywords>
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<title>Plazza Raises $1.4M to Expand Quick Medicine Delivery Network in Bengaluru</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/plazza-raises-14-million-dollor-to-expand-quick-medicine-delivery-network-in-bengaluru</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Quick medicine delivery startup Plazza raises $1.4M led by All In Capital to expand Bengaluru presence with 20 new outlets and 20,000+ SKUs. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 28 Sep 2025 11:49:58 +0530</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Yash Singh</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Plazza funding, quick medicine delivery Bengaluru, e-pharmacy startup India, Plazza expansion, online medicine delivery, healthcare startups Bengaluru, quick commerce medicines</media:keywords>
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<title>Handpickd Secures ₹125 Crore in Series A to Expand Zero&#45;Stock Fresh Commerce Model</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/handpickd-secures-125-crore-in-series-a-to-expand-zero-stock-fresh-commerce-model</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Handpickd raises ₹125 crore in Series A funding led by Bertelsmann India Investments to scale its zero-stock fresh commerce model and expand reach. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 27 Sep 2025 13:30:54 +0530</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Yogita Singh</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Handpickd funding, Handpickd Series A, zero-stock fresh commerce, grocery delivery startup India, online fresh produce market, sustainable grocery delivery, personalized grocery shopping</media:keywords>
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<title>California Burrito Raises ₹120 Crore from Elevation Capital to Expand QSR Footprint</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/california-burrito-raises-120-crore-from-elevation-capital-to-expand-qsr-footprint</link>
<guid>https://indianfoodtimes.com/california-burrito-raises-120-crore-from-elevation-capital-to-expand-qsr-footprint</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ California Burrito secures ₹120 crore funding from Elevation Capital to expand its QSR chain across Indian cities and hire top executives for growth. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2025 21:32:17 +0530</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Yash Singh</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>California Burrito funding, California Burrito Elevation Capital, California Burrito QSR expansion, Mexican food chain India, QSR funding news, California Burrito Bengaluru, California Burrito new stores</media:keywords>
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<title>Inamo Raises $3 Mn to Expand Dark Store Network and Strengthen Quick Commerce Infrastructure</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/inamo-raises-3-mn-dollor-to-expand-dark-store-network-and-strengthen-quick-commerce-infrastructure</link>
<guid>https://indianfoodtimes.com/inamo-raises-3-mn-dollor-to-expand-dark-store-network-and-strengthen-quick-commerce-infrastructure</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Quick commerce enablement startup Inamo has raised $3 Mn in a seed funding round led by Shastra VC, with participation from Antler India, Gemba Capital and Scope Promoters. The funds will expand its dark store network, tech stack, and team across India. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2025 21:29:38 +0530</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Yash Singh</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Inamo, quick commerce startup, dark store network, Shastra VC, Antler India, Gemba Capital, Scope Promoters, Sumit Anand, Rupesh Thakare, Indian quick commerce market, last-mile delivery, q-commerce enablement</media:keywords>
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<title>Misfits Secures Seed Funding to Expand India’s First Prebiotic Soda Brand</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/misfits-secures-seed-funding-to-expand-indias-first-prebiotic-soda-brand</link>
<guid>https://indianfoodtimes.com/misfits-secures-seed-funding-to-expand-indias-first-prebiotic-soda-brand</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Misfits, India’s first prebiotic soda brand, has raised seed funding led by Nu Ventures and top investors. The funds will boost production, expand distribution, and introduce new flavors. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Sep 2025 22:14:24 +0530</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Yash Singh</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Misfits prebiotic soda, prebiotic soda India, functional beverage market, healthy soda brand India, Misfits seed funding, gut health drinks, low calorie soda India, clean-label beverages</media:keywords>
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<title>Harajuku Tokyo Café Raises ₹19 Crores in First Institutional Funding Round, Plans Aggressive Expansion</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/harajuku-tokyo-cafe-raises-19-crores-in-first-institutional-funding-round-plans-aggressive-expansion</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Harajuku Tokyo Café, India’s fastest-growing Japanese casual dining and QSR brand, has raised ₹19 crores in its first institutional funding round led by Indian Angel Network, Samved VC, LetsVenture, and Capitar Ventures. The brand plans to expand to 90 outlets across 20 cities by 2027. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2025 16:34:25 +0530</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Yash Singh</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Harajuku Tokyo Café funding, Japanese restaurant India, Harajuku Bakehouse, Indian Angel Network, Samved VC, LetsVenture, Capitar Ventures, Japanese food in India, Harajuku expansion plans, Japanese QSR chain India</media:keywords>
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<title>Mitra Raises ₹14 Crore in Bridge Funding to Expand FMCG Operations, Plans New Flour Plant &amp;amp; Millet&#45;Based Products</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/mitra-raises-14-crore-in-bridge-funding-to-expand-fmcg-operations-plans-new-flour-plant-millet-based-products</link>
<guid>https://indianfoodtimes.com/mitra-raises-14-crore-in-bridge-funding-to-expand-fmcg-operations-plans-new-flour-plant-millet-based-products</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ FMCG startup Mitra has raised ₹14 crore in bridge funding led by Bestvantage Investments. The funds will boost manufacturing capacity, launch millet-based health products, expand distribution across India &amp; GCC, and support IPO plans. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2025 19:01:27 +0530</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Yash Singh</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Mitra funding, Mitra FMCG startup, Mitra raises ₹14 crore, FMCG funding India, Mitra Bestvantage Investments, millet-based products India, Mitra Series A IPO, FMCG startups India, Mitra flour plant, FMCG growth in India</media:keywords>
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<title>Mithila Foods Raises ₹1.5 Crore Funding to Build Bihar’s First Modern FMCG Brand</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/mithila-foods-raises-1-5-crore-funding-to-build-bihars-first-modern-fmcg-brand</link>
<guid>https://indianfoodtimes.com/mithila-foods-raises-1-5-crore-funding-to-build-bihars-first-modern-fmcg-brand</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Mithila Foods, a Dumka-based FMCG startup rooted in Bihar’s regional staples like sattu, roasted chana, makhana, and katarni chuda, has raised ₹1.5 crore from Aviral Bhatnagar’s ajvc. The brand aims to make high-protein Indian foods accessible nationwide. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2025 14:20:11 +0530</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Yogita Singh</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Mithila Foods funding, Bihar FMCG brand, sattu brand India, makhana brand, roasted chana, katarni chuda, clean Indian food startup, Mithila Foods Dumka, ajvc investment, Bihar startup news</media:keywords>
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<title>Kiko Live Unveils &amp;apos;Tabe&amp;apos; — India’s First Food&#45;Only Buyer App on ONDC, Promises Up to 30% Cheaper Meals</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/kiko-live-unveils-tabe-indias-first-food-only-buyer-app-on-ondc-promises-up-to-30-cheaper-meals</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Kiko Live launches Tabe, India’s first food-only buyer-side app on ONDC, offering up to 30% cheaper food delivery by eliminating high commissions. Over 75,000 restaurants already onboarded. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 21 Jul 2025 22:40:44 +0530</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Team IFT</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Kiko Live, Tabe app, ONDC food delivery, food-only buyer app, low commission food delivery, ONDC India, affordable food app, restaurant delivery ONDC, Alok Chawla Kiko Live, foodtech startups India, Tabe ONDC app, ONDC buyer app, food app India 2025</media:keywords>
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<title>Badshah Partners with Karan Tanna’s Ghost Kitchens India to Launch Badboy Pizza, Targets ₹150 Crore Revenue</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/badshah-partners-with-karan-tannas-ghost-kitchens-india-to-launch-badboy-pizza-targets-150-crore-revenue</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Rapper Badshah teams up with Ghost Kitchens India to launch Badboy Pizza, blending Indian and global flavours. Plans to open 50 outlets in metros and aims for ₹150 crore annual revenue. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 06 Jul 2025 12:45:07 +0530</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Yash Singh</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Badshah pizza brand, Badboy Pizza launch, Ghost Kitchens India, Karan Tanna QSR, Indian pizza market, Badboy Pizza menu, badboy pizza address</media:keywords>
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<title>Sanya Malhotra Forays into Wellness Industry with Launch of Matcha Brand ‘Bree’ in Partnership with Essenzaa Nutrition</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/sanya-malhotra-forays-into-wellness-industry-with-launch-of-matcha-brand-bree-in-partnership-with-essenzaa-nutrition</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Bollywood actress Sanya Malhotra launches her wellness brand ‘Bree’ in partnership with Essenzaa Nutrition, entering India’s growing matcha market. Bree aims to offer a healthier alternative to coffee with a focus on sustained energy and mindful living. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Jun 2025 13:38:14 +0530</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Team IFT</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Sanya Malhotra Bree, Bree matcha brand, matcha in India, Essenzaa Nutrition, wellness beverage India, celebrity wellness brands, matcha tea India, Bree launch news, Sanya Malhotra entrepreneur, matcha health benefits, premium functional drinks India</media:keywords>
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<title>Rapido launches Ownly, its food delivery platform. Will it disrupt the duopoly or become just another casualty in India’s brutal food tech war?</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/rapido-launches-ownly-its-food-delivery-platform-will-it-disrupt-the-duopoly-or-become-just-another-casualty-in-indias-brutal-food-tech-war</link>
<guid>https://indianfoodtimes.com/rapido-launches-ownly-its-food-delivery-platform-will-it-disrupt-the-duopoly-or-become-just-another-casualty-in-indias-brutal-food-tech-war</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Rapido’s ‘Ownly’ is off to a promising start with a model designed to support small restaurants, reduce consumer costs, and bypass traditional commission-heavy practices. While success is far from guaranteed, Rapido’s entry could spark long-awaited structural changes in how food is delivered — and priced — in India. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Jun 2025 15:33:44 +0530</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Team IFT</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Rapido food delivery, Ownly by Rapido, Rapido vs Zomato Swiggy, Rapido food app, Rapido Ownly launch, Rapido food delivery platform</media:keywords>
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<title>Innoterra Acquires Fasal’s Fresh Produce Business to Expand Agri&#45;Supply Chain Reach</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/innoterra-acquires-fasals-fresh-produce-business-to-expand-agri-supply-chain-reach</link>
<guid>https://indianfoodtimes.com/innoterra-acquires-fasals-fresh-produce-business-to-expand-agri-supply-chain-reach</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Innoterra acquires Fasal’s fresh produce distribution arm to expand its agri-supply chain and strengthen Farmlink’s B2B platform. The move enhances Innoterra’s distribution network, taps into Fasal’s 85,000+ farmer base, and reflects India’s growing agritech consolidation trend. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 16 Mar 2025 19:33:03 +0530</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Team IFT</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Innoterra Fasal acquisition, Agritech M&amp;A India 2025, Innoterra Farmlink expansion, Fasal fresh produce distribution, Indian agritech consolidation, Agri-supply chain Innoterra, AI-driven farming India, Indian horticulture supply chain, food tech India 2025, agri-commerce platforms India</media:keywords>
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<title>Zing Launches ‘Quick Delivery Promise’ with 10&#45;Minute Guarantee</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/zing-launches-quick-delivery-promise-with-10-minute-guarantee</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The instant food delivery platform assures ultra-fast service, backed by AI and hyper-local cloud kitchens. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 08 Mar 2025 20:46:36 +0530</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Team IFT</dc:creator>
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<title>BuyBuyCart Expands to 250 Stores, Names Actor Alok Nath as Brand Ambassador</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/buybuycart-expands-to-250-stores-names-actor-alok-nath-as-brand-ambassador</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ BuyBuyCart expands to 250 stores in India and names Bollywood actor Alok Nath as its brand ambassador. The grocery retail chain aims to strengthen its market presence with this strategic move. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 08 Mar 2025 19:22:54 +0530</pubDate>
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<title>FOKUS Energy Drink: Malhan Brothers’ Bold Entry into the Indian Energy Drink Market</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/fokus-energy-drink-malhan-brothers-bold-entry-into-the-indian-energy-drink-market</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ India’s top YouTubers, Triggered Insaan &amp; Fukra Insaan, launch FOKUS — a powerful, budget-friendly energy drink made for the youth! ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 20 Feb 2025 17:20:03 +0530</pubDate>
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<title>Medusa Beverages Raises INR 56 Cr in Series A Funding to Expand Operations</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/medusa-beverages-raises-inr-56-cr-in-series-a-funding-to-expand-operations</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Medusa Beverages, a Delhi-based craft beer brand, raised INR 56 Cr in Series A funding. The funds will be used to scale operations, enter new markets, and strengthen distributor partnerships. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 24 Jan 2025 23:34:02 +0530</pubDate>
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<title>Swish Secures $2 Million to Compete in India&amp;apos;s 10&#45;Minute Food Delivery Race</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/swish-secures-2-million-to-compete-in-indias-10-minute-food-delivery-race</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Swish raises $2 million to revolutionize India&#039;s food delivery industry with 10-minute delivery service, competing against Swiggy, Zomato, and Zepto in the fast-growing quick commerce sector. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 Nov 2024 15:56:56 +0530</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Team IFT</dc:creator>
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<title>Zepto Nears $100 Million Funding Round Led by Motilal Oswal and Domestic Investors</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/zepto-nears-100-million-funding-round-led-by-motilal-oswal-and-domestic-investors</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Zepto is nearing a $100 million funding round led by Motilal Oswal and domestic investors. The quick commerce platform plans to expand its presence, launch a BNPL service, and is eyeing an IPO after raising over $1 billion in 2024. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 24 Oct 2024 14:56:07 +0530</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Team IFT</dc:creator>
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<title>Subko Coffee Roasters Secures $10 Million Funding Led by Nikhil Kamath, Gauri Khan, and John Abraham</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/subko-coffee-roasters-secures-10-million-funding-led-by-nikhil-kamath-gauri-khan-and-john-abraham</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Subko Coffee Roasters, a specialty coffee and cocoa company, secures $10 million funding led by Nikhil Kamath, Gauri Khan, and John Abraham. The investment will fuel Subko&#039;s domestic and international growth, with plans to launch new ready-to-drink products and flagship cafes. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 26 Mar 2024 21:46:35 +0530</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Team IFT</dc:creator>
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<title>Dog Food Startup Jinx Raises $17.85 Million in Series B Funding to Accelerate Growth and Expand Retail Presence</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/dog-food-startup-jinx-raises-1785-million-in-series-b-funding-to-accelerate-growth-and-expand-retail-presence</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Jinx, a pet food company, secures funding to fuel expansion in key retail markets and boost product innovation. Check the full details ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 29 Aug 2023 22:39:19 +0530</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Team IFT</dc:creator>
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<title>Yummy Plate Secures $2M Funding from K12 Techno Services to Expand Meal Services for School Students</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/yummy-plate-secures-2m-funding-from-k12-techno-services-to-expand-meal-services-for-school-students</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Yummy Plate secures $2 million funding from K12 Techno Services to expand its subscription-based meal services for students in multiple Indian cities. The startup aims to promote healthy eating habits among school students while addressing the gap in nutritious food supply. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 23 Aug 2023 01:56:14 +0530</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Team IFT</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Yummy Plate funding, K12 Techno Services investment, Subscription-based meal services, School student meal delivery, Healthy eating for students, Nutritious meals for schools, Expansion of Yummy Plate, Bala Hariharan startup, Indian school meal providers, Education sector funding</media:keywords>
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<title>Swiggy Expands into FMCG Retail with LYNK Logistics Acquisition</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/swiggy-expands-into-fmcg-retail-with-lynk-logistics-acquisition</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Swiggy, the leading online food delivery company, makes a significant entry into the food and grocery retail market with the acquisition of LYNK Logistics. Discover how this strategic move strengthens Swiggy&#039;s ecosystem and accelerates growth in online retail distribution. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Jul 2023 13:27:26 +0530</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Team IFT</dc:creator>
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<title>Vikram Bakshi, former head of McDonald&amp;apos;s India, makes an investment in the food startup Aku&amp;apos;s.</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/vikram-bakshi-former-head-of-mcdonalds-india-makes-an-investment-in-the-food-startup-akus</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Former head of McDonald&#039;s India, has chosen to invest in Aku&#039;s, a promising food startup, showcasing his confidence in its potential for success. Check the full details. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 May 2023 12:44:27 +0530</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Alankriti Chauhan</dc:creator>
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<title>Khoya raises over ₹6 crore in funding to expand its luxury Indian sweets brand</title>
<link>https://indianfoodtimes.com/khoya-raises-over-6-crore-in-funding-to-expand-its-luxury-indian-sweets-brand</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Sweet news! Khoya, the luxury Indian sweets brand, raises over ₹6 crore in funding to sweeten up its retail presence and enter international markets. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 23 Apr 2023 15:21:14 +0530</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Team IFT</dc:creator>
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