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Mukesh Ambani led Reliance Industries Ltd. on Friday announced an integration with the leading music app, Saavn for its digital music service, JioMusic. This partnership was made in an attempt to increase Reliance’s global music platform.

Once this collaboration goes through, the combined valuation of will stand at over $ 1 billion, with JioMusic’s implied valuation standing at $ 670 million. In order to get this deal written in stone, Reliance Industries will have to make an individual investment of $ 100 million.

Out of the $ 100 million, a rupee equivalent of $ 20 million will be invested upfront. With this investment, Reliance plans on fostering the growth and expansion of the platform into one of the largest streaming services in the world. This move comes at a crucial point when audiophilles are warming up to a palette of streaming options in the country including Gaana.com, Wynk, Saavn, Apple Music, Google Play and now even Amazon Prime Music.

Since 2015, the number of music streamers in India have more than tripled and according to the current numbers, the valuation stands at $ 87.6 million. With higher smartphone penetration and faster internet triggered by Reliance Jio itself, the online audience is only expected to grow further. Reliance is also planning on acquiring a partial stake from existing shareholders worth $ 104 million of Saavn.

The shareholders include Tiger Global Management, Liberty Media and Bertelsmann. The company will continue to operate the over the top media platform available on all the app stores. By combining entities, Reliance plans on increasing the original content, developing a media platform of global reach and creating an original marketplace. Further, it also aims at becoming one of the largest digital marketing platforms.

“Saavn has been at the forefront of the digital music revolution in India. Our partnership with Reliance reinforces our commitment to the growth of our label partners, the independent artist ecosystem and the overall music industry globally,” said Singh, executive vice chairman of Saavn. The deal is expected to conclude as soon as the details get finalised.

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PhonePe’s PINCODE Launches 10-Minute Medicine Delivery in Cities

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PhonePe’s PINCODE app has launched a 24×7 online medicine delivery service in Bangalore, Mumbai, and Pune, promising delivery of both prescription and over-the-counter medicines within 10 minutes from nearby local medical shops. Unlike conventional e-pharmacies that use dark stores, PINCODE partners exclusively with neighborhood pharmacies, enabling faster deliveries and supporting local businesses in the digital economy.

Customers without prescriptions can select a “no prescription” option when ordering; a qualified doctor then provides a free teleconsultation and issues a digital prescription compliant with telemedicine guidelines, ensuring seamless access to medicines. The app offers competitive pricing by passing discounts from local pharmacies directly to customers and charges no delivery fees.

PINCODE’s hyperlocal model enhances healthcare accessibility and convenience while empowering local pharmacies, helping them remain integral to their communities and stimulating local economic growth. Launched in 2023, the app focuses on quick commerce with an emphasis on speed, reliability, and supporting local sellers.

In summary, PhonePe’s PINCODE app is transforming medicine delivery in major Indian cities by combining ultra-fast 10-minute delivery, free doctor consultations, and a hyperlocal sourcing model that benefits both consumers and neighborhood pharmacies.

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Piyush Anchliya Joins Cashfree as CFO Amid Fintech Boom

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Cashfree Payments has appointed Piyush Anchliya as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective April 15, 2025. Anchliya brings over 15 years of experience in investment banking, corporate finance, strategy, and mergers and acquisitions, with senior roles at Barclays, Bandhan Group, and most recently as CFO of Bandhan AMC. He holds an MBA from IIM Ahmedabad and a B.Tech. from IIT Kharagpur.

In his new role, Anchliya will lead Cashfree’s financial strategy, optimize operations, and support the company’s next growth phase. He will report to CEO and Co-founder Akash Sinha, who highlighted Anchliya’s expertise as vital for sustainable scaling and strengthening the company’s financial foundation. Anchliya succeeds outgoing CFO Vikas Guru, who will assist during the transition.

Founded in 2015, Cashfree Payments processes over $80 billion annually for more than 800,000 businesses. The company recently raised $53 million in funding led by KRAFTON and Apis Growth Fund II and secured key RBI licenses, positioning it for accelerated growth in India’s fintech sector. Anchliya’s appointment comes at a pivotal time as Cashfree aims to expand its leadership in digital payments.

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Flipkart’s Jeyandran Venugopal Likely to Join Reliance Retail as CEO

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Jeyandran Venugopal, the outgoing Chief Product and Technology Officer of Flipkart, is set to become the CEO of Reliance Retail Ventures (RRV), the retail arm of Reliance Industries. His appointment, expected to be finalized in May after his exit from Flipkart, signals Reliance’s push to strengthen its retail business with a technology-first approach.

Venugopal brings extensive experience from leading roles at Flipkart, Myntra, Yahoo, Snapdeal, and Amazon, where he focused on scaling technology platforms and driving innovation. At Flipkart, he managed product, engineering, data science, and more, helping build robust systems and improve user experience.

His move comes as Reliance Retail undergoes transformation, including cost-cutting and a renewed focus on digital growth. Venugopal’s leadership is expected to accelerate Reliance’s ambitions in omnichannel and tech-driven retail, positioning the company for continued dominance in India’s evolving market.

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