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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).
  • SUPERFORM Launched by UPL as INR 10000 Crore Specialty Chemicals Powerhouse

    SUPERFORM

    Mumbai: UPL Ltd. has officially introduced SUPERFORM Chemistries Limited, a fully independent next-generation specialty chemistries company with a bold vision: Change Chemistry, Change Everything.

    Formerly known as UPL Specialty Chemicals Limited, SUPERFORM is a ₹10,000 crore (USD 1.2 billion) business committed to driving innovation, performance, and sustainability in some of the world’s most critical and high-growth sectors.

    With annual investments ranging from ₹400–500 crore, SUPERFORM is designed to be a game-changer in the specialty chemicals space, offering cutting-edge solutions across agriculture, flame retardants, mining, lubricants, healthcare, and food & beverages.

    The company is now strategically poised to contribute to India’s growing dominance in the global chemistry industry.

    By 2040, India’s chemical market is projected to reach USD 850–1,000 billion, with specialty chemistries expected to account for 10–12% of the global market. SUPERFORM is at the forefront of this shift, enabling advanced manufacturing, green chemistry, and responsible transformation through a combination of global sourcing, custom synthesis capabilities, and ESG-driven innovation.

    “SUPERFORM brings unmatched scale, agility, and purpose to the specialty chemicals landscape,” said Raj Tiwari, CEO of SUPERFORM.

    “What sets us apart is our ability to work with complex chemistries, solve deeply technical challenges, and deliver sustainable, high-impact solutions for our customers, partners, and the planet.”

    With over 3,500 employees and robust international partnerships, the company is equipped to lead in an era of shifting global supply chains, increasing domestic consumption, and rising demand for sustainable chemistry.

    SUPERFORM Chemistries

    The company’s operations reflect the broader vision of the UPL Group—to be a global icon for technological growth and responsible innovation.

    As the specialty chemistries segment prepares to triple its global share by 2040, the company is positioning itself as a key enabler of this evolution, helping India transition from a traditional manufacturing hub to a global innovation powerhouse.

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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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