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Co-living startup Zolostays in advanced talks to raise up to $100 mn to expand its business

Opportunity India Desk Aug 22, 2019 - 1 min read

Zolostays Property Solutions Pvt Ltd, a co-living startup, is in advanced discussions with new investors to raise up to $100 million for its Series C round through a mix of equity and debt options. Dr Nikhil Sikri, Chief Executive of Zolostays, said, “We are looking to close a $100 million round, which will be used ...

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OYO to appoint 3,000+ employees in India to fuel its growth

Opportunity India Desk Aug 22, 2019 - 1 min read

OYO will hire more than 3,000 employees across multiple functions in six months to fuel its next phase of growth in India. With this move, the hospitality firm is working towards its commitment of investing Rs 1,400 crore by the end of 2019 in India and South Asia business. This development is in line with the ...

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How to Start a Cosmetic Distribution Business

Opportunity India Desk Aug 22, 2019 - 3 min read

Become a Cosmetic Distributor In a business, the process of distribution of goods and services is as important as its manufacturing. While beauty businesses in India are one of the biggest contributors in the GDP of the nation, starting a distribution business could be a rewarding one. For those who have a knack for cosmetic ...

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Top Franchise Business Opportunities for Women Entrepreneurs

Opportunity India Desk Aug 22, 2019 - 3 min read

It is an open field now for both men and women who are willing to run and operate a business of their own. In fact, women are now walking side by side with men, when it’s about operating and growing a business through different regions. The veiled entrepreneurial abilities of women in India have undergone ...

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How to Motivate Your Franchisees to Ensure a Strong Franchise Network

Opportunity India Desk Aug 22, 2019 - 3 min read

A franchisor hands out his/her brand to prospective franchisee – someone who is completely unknown to them. You cannot expect fullest dedication from someone who is unknown to you is not a very good idea until and unless you extend help to them in the first place. This is how a franchisor-franchisee relationship nurtures – ...

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Bringing UAE's Authentic Asian Street Food to India

Opportunity India Desk Aug 22, 2019 - 3 min read

Wok Boyz Asian Street Food is a Dubai-based brand which is eyeing on the Indian F&B market for expansion through franchising. As a brand, Wok Boyz is focusing on bringing the authentic flavours from the streets of the Far East, infusing them with an urban environment. Wok Boyz Asian Street Food is a brand which ...

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Why Gym Franchises Should Embrace Virtual Reality

Opportunity India Desk Aug 21, 2019 - 3 min read

Gone are the days, when people used to work out in front of TV screens or with loud music. Now, technology has removed the geographical barrier for fitness, now people can exercise in an entirely different world, with images superimposed onto their field of view. This new form of workout emerging involves modern technology- virtual ...

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This Is Why Educators Could Use Robotics In Education Business

Opportunity India Desk Aug 21, 2019 - 2 min read

The robotic concept of education has been a popular trend in the western countries which is now slowly marching its way in the Indian education industry. With digitalization and technology heavily contributing towards enhancing business services, the modern-day educators are realizing the benefits of introducing robotics at their place, enhancing and modifying their offerings. Indian ...

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Why Franchisors Should #Focus On Instagram Marketing

Opportunity India Desk Aug 21, 2019 - 3 min read

Launched 9 years ago, Instagram has now become one of the most used social media platforms. Incepted as a photo-sharing app, Instagram has successfully emerged as a powerful marketing tool. As they say, “A picture is worth a thousand words”, then what better way to convey a message to consumers using a thousand words! Whether ...

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Shell Forays Into Southeast Asia's EV Charging Space Via Singapore

Opportunity India Desk Aug 20, 2019 - 1 min read

Royal Dutch Shell, a British-Dutch oil and gas company, is bringing electric vehicle chargers at petrol stations in Singapore. This move marks its foray into Southeast Asia. Shell Recharge, the electric vehicle charging service, will be available at 10 Shell petrol stations in Singapore by October 2019. This represents almost 20% of the company’s Singaporean ...

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