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HT Media appoints Nexus Venture co-founder Sandeep Singhal to its Board

Hindustan Times Media Group announced the appointment of Sandeep Singhal as Additional Director (Independent) on the company’s Board, with effect from August 5, 2022. According to the company’s exchange filing, “the Board of Directors, appointed Shri Sandeep Singhal (DIN: 00422796) as an Additional Director (Independent) w.e.f. 05th August, 2022, for a period of 5 consecutive […]

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Edtech major LEAD raises $100 mn Series E round at $ 1.1 bn valuation

LEAD, India’s largest School EdTech player, has raised US $100 million in Series E funding round at a valuation of $1.1 billion to continue its mission of transforming schools in India. The funding round was led by WestBridge Capital and GSV Ventures, making this one of their largest EdTech investment to fuel the company’s ambitious […]

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Enrich Salon appoints Vivek Bali as new CEO

Enrich Salon, a company that runs one of the largest chains of hair & beauty salons in India, has appointed Vivek Bali as its Chief Executive Officer. The beauty industry leader has been brought onboard to transform and scale up the Enrich business, according to a statement. Prior to this role, Vivek Bali was CEO […]

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Mumbai-based Lead School raises $28 mn Series C funding led by WestBridge Capital

Lead School, an education technology company based in Mumbai, announced that it has raised $28 million in Series C funding led by WestBridge Capital. Existing investor Elevar Equity also participated in the round. The startup will use the funds to fuel expansion. It has plans to grow its sales channel and sign up new customers. […]