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    Bijnis rebrands as Zorit and raises nearly ₹27 crore in funding led by Sparrow Capital, with Info Edge, WaterBridge, Better Capital and other investors participating. Kalyani Steels names Amit Kalyani as Chairman, effective close of business on 28 October, succeeding Dr. Babasaheb Kalyani, who chaired the company since its incorporation. Let's Game Now raises ₹30 crore in funding backed by Anand Mahindra, Bestvantage Investments and a UAE family office to develop the Indian Super Gaming League. Info Edge MD and CEO Hitesh Oberoi will leave his executive role on 2 December; founder Sanjeev Bikhchandani becomes executive vice chairman, MD and group CEO from 3 December, subject to shareholder approval. Vama raises ₹19.03 crore in ongoing pre-Series A funding led by Writers and Publishers Private Limited (Dainik Bhaskar family office). Bijnis rebrands as Zorit and raises nearly ₹27 crore in funding led by Sparrow Capital, with Info Edge, WaterBridge, Better Capital and other investors participating. Kalyani Steels names Amit Kalyani as Chairman, effective close of business on 28 October, succeeding Dr. Babasaheb Kalyani, who chaired the company since its incorporation. Let's Game Now raises ₹30 crore in funding backed by Anand Mahindra, Bestvantage Investments and a UAE family office to develop the Indian Super Gaming League. Info Edge MD and CEO Hitesh Oberoi will leave his executive role on 2 December; founder Sanjeev Bikhchandani becomes executive vice chairman, MD and group CEO from 3 December, subject to shareholder approval. Vama raises ₹19.03 crore in ongoing pre-Series A funding led by Writers and Publishers Private Limited (Dainik Bhaskar family office).
  • Hinduja Group Appoints Anand Agarwal as Group President – Finance

    Anand Agarwal

    Mumbai: Hinduja Group, a globally diversified business conglomerate, has appointed Anand Agarwal as Group President – Finance, marking a significant move to strengthen its financial leadership as the Group embarks on its next phase of strategic growth.

    With close to three decades of cross-sectoral experience, Anand Agarwal brings a wealth of financial expertise spanning Agri Inputs, Infrastructure (Power), FMCG, Financial Services, Cement, Metals, and Banking Payment Services.

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    His core competencies include Corporate Finance, Treasury Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Capital Strategy, and Investor Relations.

    Welcoming the appointment, Amit Chincholikar, Group President – Human Resources, Hinduja Group, stated, “As our businesses pursue ambitious expansion plans, Anand Agarwal’s proven track record in managing large-scale financial operations and capital strategies will be instrumental in achieving sustained growth.”

    Commenting on his new role, Anand Agarwal said, “I am honoured to join the Hinduja Group during this exciting phase. My focus will be on enhancing financial efficiency, optimizing capital allocation, and supporting the Group’s strategic initiatives across its diverse business verticals.”

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    Anand Agarwal: Financial Expertise

    Anand Agarwal has successfully led high-value M&A transactions and raised capital from global private equity funds, pension funds, and sovereign wealth funds.

    Before joining Hinduja Group, he held key leadership roles, including Chief Financial Officer at Chambal Fertilisers and Chemicals, and senior financial positions at Tata Power, Peepul Capital PE, AGS Transact Technologies, Aditya Birla Group, Reliance Industries, and ITC Limited.

    A highly qualified finance professional, Agarwal is a Chartered Accountant, Company Secretary, ICWA, and CFA. He also holds an Executive MBA from the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad.

    With this strategic appointment, Hinduja Group reinforces its commitment to financial resilience and future-ready business leadership.

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    • Salil Urunkar

      Salil Urunkar is a senior journalist and the editorial mind behind Sahyadri Startups. With years of experience covering Pune’s entrepreneurial rise, he’s passionate about telling the real stories of founders, disruptors, and game-changers.

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