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    Docterz raises ₹5 crore in funding from Vineeta Singh, Avnish Anand and around 20 doctors who use the platform. AceBlend raises $9.91 million in a Series A2 round led by 3one4 Capital, with Fireside Ventures participating. Jagruti Rehabilitation Centre raises ₹28 crore in a Series A round led by Alkemi Growth Capital. Carbelim raises ₹10 crore from the IIT Madras Unicorn Frontier Fund. Viridian Ingni Propulsion raises ₹1.47 crore in a pre-seed round led by Inflection Point Ventures. Venttup raises $3 million in a pre-Series A round led by Rainmatter and Unicorn India Ventures. ISLAND Beauty raises ₹2.58 crore in funding from AJVC and angel investors. Sridhar Vembu warns of painful economic rebalancing as AI reshapes computer-based jobs. GomatiRoots raises ₹1 lakh in funding through YourStory's Shuru Kar initiative. 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. Docterz raises ₹5 crore in funding from Vineeta Singh, Avnish Anand and around 20 doctors who use the platform. AceBlend raises $9.91 million in a Series A2 round led by 3one4 Capital, with Fireside Ventures participating. Jagruti Rehabilitation Centre raises ₹28 crore in a Series A round led by Alkemi Growth Capital. Carbelim raises ₹10 crore from the IIT Madras Unicorn Frontier Fund. Viridian Ingni Propulsion raises ₹1.47 crore in a pre-seed round led by Inflection Point Ventures. Venttup raises $3 million in a pre-Series A round led by Rainmatter and Unicorn India Ventures. ISLAND Beauty raises ₹2.58 crore in funding from AJVC and angel investors. Sridhar Vembu warns of painful economic rebalancing as AI reshapes computer-based jobs. GomatiRoots raises ₹1 lakh in funding through YourStory's Shuru Kar initiative. 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.
  • Synergy 2025 Showcases Innovation and Collaboration at IIIT Bangalore

    Synergy 2025

    Bengaluru: Synergy 2025, the flagship annual techno-cultural festival of IIIT Bangalore, concluded successfully from November 7–9, marking a record-breaking celebration of innovation, technology, and teamwork.

    Drawing participation from more than 100 colleges across India, Synergy 2025 saw an impressive footfall exceeding 2,400 students and achieved over 7,000 event registrations.

    The event boasted a prize pool worth over ₹8 lakh and recorded over 6 lakh views on Instagram, along with 50,000+ impressions on Unstop, reflecting its widespread impact across digital and academic communities.

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    A Dynamic Line-Up of 30+ Events at Synergy 2025

    Featuring over 30 events across both online and offline platforms, Synergy 2025 offered a diverse mix of hackathons, coding competitions, esports tournaments, filmmaking contests, debates, and quizzes.

    The festival served as a launchpad for creativity and collaboration, fostering technical excellence and innovation among young engineers and technologists.

    Industry Insights and Expert Sessions Highlight Synergy 2025

    The three-day festival also hosted insightful talks by leading industry professionals, including Balaji Haridass from LG, G S Srinidhi from GE Healthcare, and Sanat Kumar from Aurigo. Their sessions provided valuable insights into the future of technology, innovation, and industrial collaboration.

    In addition, the Lean In Club hosted a panel discussion on November 8 featuring six speakers who engaged in meaningful dialogue on leadership and inclusivity in the modern workplace.

    Workshops and Industry Collaboration at Synergy 2025

    Strengthening the academic–industry interface, Techobytes Technologies conducted hands-on workshops to equip students with practical exposure to emerging technologies and real-world problem-solving methodologies.

    Synergy 2025 received strong institutional and industry backing, with LG serving as the Title Sponsor, and MOSIP, ELCIA, CTRI, and Aurigo as Presenting Sponsors. Techobytes Technologies was the Workshop Partner, while the IIIT-B Innovation Center and Software Engineering Lab, IIIT-Bangalore, joined as official partners.

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    “Synergy this year wasn’t just an event; it was a statement. We raised the bar, set new standards, and did it together,” said Chirayu Choudhary, Integrated M.Tech. student and Organising Committee member.

    “Synergy reflects the best of IIIT-B – our students’ energy, creativity, and teamwork. It shows how far students can go when they collaborate, and I’m proud of its continuous growth,” added Prof Manisha Kulkarni, Dean (Student Affairs).

    Synergy 2025: A Celebration of IIIT Bangalore’s Spirit

    Through its scale, diversity, and enthusiasm, Synergy 2025 encapsulated the essence of IIIT-Bangalore – inspiring innovation, nurturing young talent, and strengthening the bridge between academia and industry.

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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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