Events
Billion Dollar Valuations & Billion Dollar AUM’s on the court, at Bertelsmann Badminton Championship 2024

Bangalore, August 2nd, 2024 – The 6th Annual Bertelsmann India Investments (BII) Badminton Championship held at the Prakash Padukone Badminton Academy brought together venture capitalists and startups in a lively mix of competition and collaboration, gathering some of the most influential minds in the VC ecosystem with a combined portfolio valuation exceeding billions of dollars.
Top investment funds like Ascent Capital, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Stellaris, Avendus, IndigoEdge, Kalaari, and others participated in the event. It wasn’t just about athletic prowess; it was a strategic blend of business and leisure, providing a unique platform for networking. Industry leaders connected in a relaxed yet stimulating environment, exploring new sectors and innovative startups. With so many leading investors under one roof, discussions about the future of India’s startup ecosystem highlighted the potential for groundbreaking ideas and collaborations.
Rohit Sood, Partner at Bertelsmann India Investments, remarked: “The remarkable growth of our tournament over the years is a testament to our unwavering commitment to nurturing a thriving startup ecosystem in India. We believe that physical fitness and a healthy work-life balance are fundamental to the success of any organization. This championship not only embodies these values but also reinforces our dedication to promoting them within the venture capital community. At Bertelsmann India Investments, we are proud to support initiatives that encourage collaboration, innovation, and well-being.”
The event was not only a showcase of sportsmanship but also a chance for VCs to unwind while discussing potential investments and industry trends. Camaraderie and friendly competition underscored the spirit of collaboration and community within the investment world.
Kitty Agarwal, Info Edge Ventures: “Participating in the Bertelsmann India Investments Badminton Championship has been a refreshing break from the usual work environment. It’s a 10/10 experience where informal interactions can spark new investments and collaborations, emphasizing fun and camaraderie over competition.”
Akshay Ghulati – Shiprocket: “It’s been a phenomenal experience. This event sparked my interest in badminton and has fostered meaningful connections. The relaxed atmosphere allows for open, candid conversations with fellow founders and VCs, leading to insightful discussions about our journeys, challenges, and the evolving business landscape.”
In a fun twist, BII unveiled a rap song dedicated to the championship. The catchy track celebrated the blend of sportsmanship and investment acumen, adding a unique cultural touch to the event. Beyond the games, panel discussions and fireside chats featured VCs sharing their insights on market trends and investment strategies, offering valuable perspectives on the future landscape of venture capital.
Chef Manu Chandra, often called the Massimo Bottura of Bangalore, trained at the Culinary Institute of America, mentored by Daniel Boulud and Eric Ripert. Featured on BBC, he is celebrated for restaurants like Toast & Tonic and bespoke catering at events like Cannes and Davos. He was present at the championship, showcasing his culinary expertise.
The 6th Annual Bertelsmann India Investments Badminton Championship was a testament to the synergy between sports and business, setting the stage for even more impactful gatherings in the future. The winners of the tournament were Sameer Innoven from Capital and Berry Singh, founder of Ace Turtle.
To view the rap song of BBC 2024 click here: https://youtu.be/BZM0goXJ0ks
About Bertelsmann India Investments (BII):
About Bertelsmann India Investments: Established in 2012, Bertelsmann India Investments (BII) is a sector-agnostic venture capital fund. BII is part of Bertelsmann Investments, which has so far invested more than $1.06 billion. With a focus on early growth stage investments in tech-driven start-ups (Series A to D), BII has established a strong reputation for investing in disruptive sectors such as health tech, fintech, agri-tech, and enterprise tech. With a decade of success, BII’s investments in companies like Shiprocket, Eruditus, and Licious have transformed them into unicorns. As balance sheet investors with an evergreen fund, BII believes in forging long-term strategic partnerships. Recently closing our $500 million fund, we lead funding rounds with an initial investment ranging from $5 to $20 million, with the potential to invest up to $40 million throughout a startup’s lifecycle. BII remains dedicated to identifying young, tech-enabled, mission-driven, and sustainable businesses, committed to providing long-term support to its portfolio companies.
Art
“Custodian of Luxury Art”

A group show of five wonderful artists namely Inderjeet Singh Grover, Anukta Mukherjee Ghosh, Shalinee Shankar, Muneer Ali Khan,Charoo Shukla

Also , a few wonderful artworks of Triveda Fine Arts Gallery . Their artworks were of M F Husain , Aslam Shaikh ,Dhruva Mistry and a few others .

This show was partly supported by Vedya Partners and Advisors…a leading firm in India for business structuring , setting up new ventures and advisory services for start ups.
The event was hosted by award winning curator Vikram Sethi who recently was a recipient of the Global Peace and Humanity Award for doing Social service to society and for helping struggling,poor artists .



The show is from 19 th January to 26 th January at the Sheraton Hotel ,Saket ,New Delhi at the first floor passage of the hotel . 24 hours display .


The opening reception was held on 19 th January at the Yi Jing restaurant and bar wherein scrumptuos snacks over wine ,was served by the hotel team.
The guestlist at the reception comprised of several dignatories namely Mrs.Aruna Sethi , Ms.Swati Verma , Mr.Sunil Katyal , Mr.Pawan Suri and his wife Priya Suri , Hotelier Lavina Bhatia , Ms.Renee Jjoy, all the participating artists except Ms.Charoo Shukla , other guests Ms.Amrapali , Mr.Karan Pandit and his wife and several others .
Inderjeet Singh Grover ,senior artist with beautiful ,scenic artworks on Banaras and other scenic places . Recently ,he had done a show in London and now doing shows all over India
Anukta Mukherjee Ghosh , a very talented artist from the corporate world . Based out of Kolkata , her works depict Kolkata in full splendour , street scenes of Kolkata and she had in the recent past participated at the Florence ,Italy Biennale .Her works are also with a gallery in Paris and being sold online too
Muneer Ali khan ,one of the new talents from Jammu and Kashmir . Famous for his portrait paintings and Kashmir village scenes .
Charoo Shukla from Amritsar depicts beautiful traditional paintings and artworks depicting healing energy. Shalinee Shankar has beautiful artworks and paints Mandala art and is also an arts teacher .
The show is on display till 26 th January at
Sheraton Saket hotel ,New Delhi
Events
IPRS Celebrates Cultural Bonds at CISAC-APMA Conference in Kuala Lumpur

This week, royalty collection agencies from the Asia-Pacific region convened in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, for the annual CISAC and APMA conference. The event also marked a special milestone—the 35th anniversary of the Malaysian sister society, Music Authors’ Copyright Protection Berhad (#MACP).

To commemorate the occasion, Shri Javed Akhtar, Chairman of the Indian Performing Right Society Ltd. (#IPRS), and Shri Rakesh Nigam, CEO of IPRS, presented the MACP Chairman with a stunning marble statue of Maa Saraswati, the goddess of learning and patron of arts and music. The gesture symbolized IPRS’s dedication to fostering cultural bonds and honouring the shared artistic heritage of the region.
During the ceremony, Shri Javed Akhtar delivered an inspiring speech highlighting the significance of Saraswati Devi in Indian culture as a guiding force for creativity and wisdom. He extended his heartfelt wishes for MACP’s continued success and growth, underscoring the unity and collaboration between copyright societies in Asia.
Reflecting on Reflecting on IPRS’s participation, lyricist, screenwriter, actor, and IPRS Board Member Mayur Puri said, said, “This conference is a testament to the unity of creators across borders. By honouring our shared artistic heritage, we reaffirm not just our dedication to protecting the rights of creators, but also our responsibility to enrich the cultural fabric of our region. The presentation of Maa Saraswati’s statue embodies IPRS’s commitment to celebrating creativity and wisdom while building lasting cultural bonds.”
IPRS remains steadfast in its mission to represent Indian music creators globally and promote Indian values and culture, strengthening international partnerships and advancing the rights of creators worldwide.
Events
An evening of Wine tasting with dinner of Wines from Romania

An evening of Wine tasting with dinner of Wines from Romania organised by Vikram Sethi , India alongwith Mr.Radu George Pribeanu and Mr.Razvan Costel Oancea from Romania on 28 th November ,2024.

The guest of Honour was The Ambassador of Romania to India ,Her Excellency Ms.Sena Latif .
Mr.Viziru ,the Head of the Economic and Commercial section of the Embassy of Romania to India was also present .

Other important guests were Mr.Sanjeev Dev Malik ,media head and owner of Global News Network , Asian News Channel , Mr.Sameer Advani owner of BERCOS chain of restaurants and Bars , Ms.Shipra Jain wine consultant . Ms.Lavina Bhatia owner of hotel Hitlon Garden Inn, Gurugram , Ms.Chand Bakshi socialite and beauty pageant organiser, Mrs.Aruna Sethi , Kunwarani Sohinder Nabha of Nabha aristocratic family , Neha Tyagi of Glamour Mantra Magazine , Ms.Anna, wine consultant from Russia , Mr.Sanjiv Katyal , Ms.Priyanka and several others.

Wines which were tasted are from the regions of
Jaristea and Prince Matei,
The sunny hills of Sarica and Babadag ,
Region of Tohani and beyond .
These distinct regions are the main wine regions of Romania .
The event had scrumptuos snacks and dinner and desserts over wonderful wines .
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