Shaadi.com - Online Dating Service

Shaadi.com was founded by me in 1997 with one simple objective - to provide us Indians with a superior matchmaking experience by expanding the opportunities available to meet potential life partners. Since then we have created a world renowned service that has touched the lives of millions of people all over the world. We have, however, never rested on our laurels.

Shaadi already holds about 50% of the online matrimonial market in India, according to Singhal, and will use the new capital to invest in its other Web sites - online dating site Fropper.com and astrology-oriented personals site AstroLife.com - as well as to make acquisitions.

SHAADI Point, Shaadi.com's offline business division that won the Franchiser of the Year award last month, is looking to enlarge its portfolio from matrimonial services to include astrology services,wedding planning and grooming of aspirants in the next three to four months.