Connect with us

Latest News

Ola Raises Funding From Yes Bank To Expand Fleet

Published

on

Ola Raises Funding From Yes Bank,ola cabs raises funding,Ola Latest News,Ola Fleet Technologies,Ministry of Corporate Affairs,Startup Stories,2017 Latest Business News,Ola Cab News Today

Ola Fleet Technologies Pvt., Ltd., has secured a loan of Rs. 1000 crores from  India’s fifth largest private sector bank, Yes Bank to expand its consumer vehicles fleet. Ola Fleet Technologies is Ola’s cab leasing business arm. 

According to documents filed with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Ola Fleet secured the Rs. 1000 crores loan through a hypothecation deed agreement with Yes Bank on 21 March. This loan will be used by the company to finance the purchase of commercial vehicles that are used by its driver partners. But, these vehicles will remain as collateral with the bank beside the spares and consumables.

The loan will be based on lease agreements between Ola and its partner drivers while the loan period as mentioned in the agreement will be 48-60 months. The documents reveal the Ola Fleet is eligible to avail this facility till November 30, 2017. After this period is completed, Yes Bank will take a decision on extending the facility on December 4, 2017.

This marks the second time Ola Fleet will secure a loan from Yes Bank, having secured a loan of Rs. 250 crores in 2016. Prior to that, Ola has also taken loans of Rs. 300 crores from Axis Bank, Rs. 200 crores from HDFC Bank and Rs. 100 crores from ICICI Bank over the past one year.

The company launched the leasing program in 2015 and pumped Rs. 50 crores into the subsidiary earlier this year. Ola also said they would invest Rs. 5000 crores in the program during its launch. The program lets Ola’s partner drivers own the vehicles after they make an initial deposit and then pay monthly installments for a period of three to five years, depending on the make and model.

The former managing director of SABMiller India, Shalabh Seth was named as the CEO of Ola Fleet Technologies in January 2017. The company also received Rs. 100 crores from its parent company which operates Ola, ANI Technologies Pvt., Ltd. Ola Fleet posted net sales of Rs. 5.6 crores for the financial year 2015- 2016, while its total expenses increased from Rs. 8.1 crores to Rs. 11.7 crores.

Continue Reading
Advertisement
Click to comment

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Latest News

Setu Builds Fintech Powerhouse Leadership Team as Pine Labs IPO Nears

Published

on

Pine Labs

Setu, the API infrastructure platform and subsidiary of Pine Labs, has significantly strengthened its leadership by appointing Prashanth Nimmagada (ex-Razorpay) as Chief Technology Officer, signaling its commitment to innovation in India’s dynamic fintech landscape. Alongside Nimmagada, Setu has welcomed other top industry talent: Vijeth Pandit (ex-Razorpay) as Chief Product Officer, Ramkumar Thirumurthi (ex-Razorpay, co-founder Actyv.ai) as Chief Revenue Officer, Nikhil Ratanpal (ex-PhonePe) as Director of Product Development, and Santosh Subramanian (ex-Yes Bank, Wibmo) as Head of Finance. These high-profile hires accompany Anand Raisinghani’s (ex-SAP India) appointment as CEO, underscoring Setu’s focus on building a strong, experienced leadership bench to drive future growth.

Setu specializes in providing API-based digital financial infrastructure for services such as UPI, bill payments, KYC, and digital signatures, while also operating as an RBI-licensed NBFC Account Aggregator. With this expanded leadership team—drawn from India’s leading fintechs—Setu is well-positioned to accelerate the development of scalable, API-driven financial solutions for banks, fintechs, and enterprises. The influx of expertise from Razorpay and PhonePe veterans will bolster Setu’s technical capabilities and strategic partnerships, ensuring it remains a key enabler in India’s rapidly maturing digital public infrastructure ecosystem.

This leadership overhaul comes as parent company Pine Labs prepares for a major IPO, aiming to raise ₹2,600 crore through a fresh share issue after turning profitable in FY25. Setu’s enhanced leadership reinforces the broader group’s ambitions for international expansion, technological innovation, and financial performance. As Setu solidifies its role at the forefront of India’s fintech evolution, the company is poised to deliver advanced financial infrastructure solutions that support the country’s growing digital economy and drive Pine Labs’ strategic momentum.

Continue Reading

Latest News

Sundar Pichai Reaches Billionaire Milestone as Alphabet CEO

Published

on

Sundar Pichai, the visionary CEO of Alphabet Inc., has officially entered the ranks of global billionaires, accomplishing this rare feat after a decade at the helm of one of the world’s most influential tech giants. Pichai’s net worth hit $1.1 billion—according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index—fueled by Alphabet’s incredible market performance and the company’s growth of more than $1 trillion in value since early 2023. Achieving billionaire status without being a founding member sets Pichai apart, highlighting his significant impact among non-founder tech leaders.

Born in Tamil Nadu, India, Pichai’s success story is rooted in humble beginnings. He spent his childhood in a modest two-room apartment, only gaining access to a telephone at age 12. A scholarship took him to Stanford University in 1993, with his family making great sacrifices for his education. After joining Google in 2004, Pichai played a pivotal role in the development of Chrome and rose steadily, ultimately becoming CEO in 2015. His leadership through Alphabet’s restructuring and his stewardship over high-growth areas like YouTube, Google Cloud, and Google Play have been critical to the company’s success.

During his tenure, Pichai has championed aggressive investments in artificial intelligence and cloud infrastructure, positioning Alphabet at the forefront of technological innovation. While his annual salary sits at $2 million, the majority of his fortune stems from stock awards and financial incentives tied to performance. Pichai’s journey exemplifies the rise from modest beginnings to extraordinary success, serving as an inspiration and proving that transformative leadership and strategic vision can redefine what’s possible—even without a founder’s equity stake.

Continue Reading

Latest News

IIT Hyderabad Unveils Palyanka, Heavy-Lift Drone for Air Ambulance Use

Published

on

Hyderabad - Drone

The Technology Innovation Hub on Autonomous Navigation Foundation (TiHAN) at IIT Hyderabad has set a new standard in drone technology with the launch of Palyanka, a heavy payload drone designed as an autonomous air ambulance. Capable of carrying up to 200 kg, Palyanka is engineered to swiftly transport patients, medical equipment, or critical cargo across challenging terrains, bypassing traditional barriers like road congestion and remote inaccessibility. This advanced UAV operates autonomously, making it highly effective for rapid response in both urban and rural emergencies, and stands at the forefront of disaster relief operations in scenarios such as floods and fires.

Built for versatility, Palyanka doesn’t just function as an air ambulance. Its robust design enables use in rescue missions, cargo deliveries, and even as an air taxi for metropolitan connectivity. Inspired by the Sanskrit word for palanquin, the name “Palyanka” reflects the drone’s role as a safe and efficient carrier. All components, from conceptual design to IP, have been developed in-house at IIT Hyderabad, ensuring the drone meets stringent standards for durability and performance under extreme conditions.

With a development journey spanning over five years and led by Prof. P. Rajalakshmi, TiHAN’s team has transitioned from early drone prototypes to a full-scale, high-capacity solution like Palyanka. The team is now preparing pilot projects in hilly terrains and working on further enhancing the drone’s endurance with innovative heat-resistant materials. By pioneering such indigenous solutions, IIT Hyderabad’s TiHAN is transforming emergency medical services and logistics, marking a pivotal advancement in India’s urban mobility and public safety landscape.

Continue Reading
Advertisement

Recent Posts

Advertisement