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Fundalogical Ventures offers $5 million funding for supply chain & logistics firms
MUMBAI: Are you – or is someone you know – in any one of these business areas: optimising sourcing/ procurement and inventory management, manufacturing innovation, warehousing services, automation and robotics, 3PL/4PL services, e-commerce enablers, sustainability, green logistics (encompassing the entire EV ecosystem, and promoting a circular economy through efficient waste management practices, including plastic waste, e-waste, and battery waste recycling) and reverse supply chain management?
Well if you are – or are planning to get into one of these promising initiatives – then reach out to Fundalogical Ventures (FV) and you could become a part of FV Trailblazers (it’s in its first edition), an early growth program designed to propel promising companies to industry leadership. The program offers selected companies access to:
* Growth capital: Access to up to $5 million in funding to fuel growth
* 1×1 mentorship: Personalised guidance from industry veterans
* Strategy masterclasses: Expert-led sessions to refine business strategies and accelerate growth
* Access to Fundalogical Ventures expert network (FVEN): A network of strong individuals including successful founders, industry leaders and senior consultants
* Service provider network: Access to a curated network of service providers for marketing, accounting, and other crucial business functions
The fund is anchored by industry veterans such as Krishna Kotak (JM Baxi group), Tushar Jani (original co-founder of Blue Dart Express), Suryakant Parekh (Parekh group), Khalid Vohra (Sai Shipping), and Mehernosh Currawalla (Fak Cargo), while the management is led by Ratna Mehta (MD, CEO), who brings over 20 years of experience from blue-chip firms like JP Morgan Chase, BCG, and Everstone Capital (approximately US$7 billion in assets under management).
Applications for FV Trailblazers close on 18 January 2025, at 5 PM IST. Shortlisted companies will be contacted within two weeks of the application deadline.
Apply through this quick form – https://forms.gle/kpESXE8Su4HNwvUH6
Says FV CEO & managing partner Ratna Mehta: “This program is designed to provide not only capital but also the strategic guidance and network access necessary to navigate the complexities that fast-evolving businesses demand. We believe that by combining our deep domain expertise with the innovative spirit of these companies, we can drive significant advancements in India’s supply chain ecosystem. Our ethos is to be India’s most credible fund driving the country’s supply chain story. We are committed to partnering with entrepreneurs in their journey from early growth to industry leadership, while simultaneously delivering strong returns for our investors.”
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Uniqlo India signs Jasprit Bumrah as brand endorser
Cricketing star fronts new LifeWear campaign highlighting comfort and simplicity.
MUMBAI: Jasprit Bumrah just bowled a perfect yorker into fashion because when the fastest bowler in the world picks Uniqlo, even off-field style gets a pace attack. Uniqlo India has roped in Indian cricket icon Jasprit Bumrah as its brand endorser, kicking off the partnership with a fresh campaign that brings the brand’s LifeWear philosophy to life, clothing engineered for simplicity, quality and effortless comfort in daily routines.
The 30-second film shows Bumrah in relaxed, everyday moments away from the crease highlighting how the AIRism Oversized T-shirt slips seamlessly into his off-field life. The narrative quietly mirrors his journey as a fast bowler, built on consistency, instinct and the kind of fit that feels right from the first wear and only gets better with time.
Jasprit Bumrah said, “In my day-to-day life, I prefer clothing that feels comfortable and effortless, especially when I’m spending time off the field. That’s why I’m happy to be partnering with Uniqlo, the brand’s approach to everyday clothing feels like a natural extension to my personal style.”
Uniqlo India marketing director Nidhi Rastogi added, “We are proud to partner with cricket world champion Jasprit Bumrah and welcome him to the Uniqlo family. His focus on excellence, authenticity and quiet confidence reflects the essence of Uniqlo’s LifeWear philosophy.”
The campaign is now live across digital channels, social media, in-store displays and outdoor platforms, with the film and imagery rolling out alongside the announcement.
In a world where pace often means rushing, Bumrah and Uniqlo are reminding everyone that the best things in life and on the body come from calm, consistent comfort that simply shows up every day and gets the job done.
