Prosus Predicts IPO Boom in India’s Thriving Startup Ecosystem
Prosus is signaling confidence in Indian ecosystem and predicts a surge in IPOs in a year or two. It is a key player in India’s dynamic startup space. Its CEO, Fabricio Bloisi, expressed optimism about the returns on the company’s early investments in an October 21 letter. The statement is timely considering Swiggy’s much-anticipated IPO […]
Zomato’s Deepinder Goyal Debuts ‘Continue,’ A Startup Focused on Health, Wellness
Zomato co-founder and CEO Deepinder Goyal has taken a step into a new and personal space. He has ventured into health and wellness segment. He has named the initiative as Continue and it reflects his growing interest in optimizing human performance through health tracking as well as mental wellness solutions. He incorporated Continue in April […]
Why Governance Frameworks Matter for Indian Startups in High-Capital Ecosystem
The Indian startup ecosystem has come a long way equipped with billions of dollars in capital that is being poured into innovative ideas. About $4 billion was raised in the June-September 2024 quarter. Powerful governance frameworks are an option and also necessary for long-term success. Many Indian startups were swept up by the allure of […]
Indian Startup Groww Pays $160M in Taxes as It Moves Back from U.S.
The recent decision of Indian startup Groww to pay $159.4 million in taxes for shifting its domicile back from the U.S. to India marks a growing trend among Indian startups which are looking to realign with domestic markets. It is a financial maneuver and simultaneously it also reflects a narrative that Indian startups are seeking […]
What SMEs Can Gain by Adopting Startup Innovation Strategies
This is a fast-evolving business world and innovation in such an environment has become the primary factor for companies to thrive. Startups driven by technology have consistently shown growth. They have consistently experimented and invested in forward-thinking strategies. The focus for many SME leaders remains on day-to-day operations such as securing customers, maintaining sales and […]
Raipur is Emerging as Chhattisgarh’s Thriving Startup Ecosystem
Chhattisgarh capital Raipur is quietly undergoing a transformation and sure to position itself as a major player in India’s startup ecosystem. Raipur Municipal Corporation (RMC) has come up with two key initiatives and these are Aarambh and Innov8. The initiatives are paving the path for innovation, entrepreneurship and job creation. It signals a good shift […]
Transformative Blockchain Startup Ideas for the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs
Blockchain technology has evolved from just a niche concept to a transformative force and rapidly. It is gradually reshaping industries and also creating opportunities for the entrepreneurs of next generation. Startups are trying to capitalizing the technology and redefining their interactions with financial systems. One of the most promising areas for blockchain innovation is Decentralized […]
How Three Punjab Entrepreneurs Transformed Jaggery into Global Business
The transformation of jaggery from a humble and local product into a global business by three Punjab entrepreneurs is a futuristic step to the power of resilience as well as innovation. Amrinder Singh, Navnoor Kaur and Kaushal Singh have turned their personal struggles into a springboard for creating thriving as well as international enterprises in […]
KT Rama Rao Explains Hyderabad’s Startup Rise and T-Hub’s Role at ISBACON-2024
The transformation of Hyderabad into a thriving startup hub is the result of a deliberate vision backed by strategic initiatives. Leadership of KT Rama Rao is at the heart of the evolution. Minister for IT and Industries laid out a compelling case related to the efforts of Hyderabad in becoming a center for innovation and […]
RBI vs Fintech Startups: Is Regulation Stifling Innovation?
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has once again tightened its grip on the fintech industry. A move has sparked debates over whether its actions are stifling innovation. Its crackdown this week on prominent non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) like Navi Finserv and DMI Finance highlights increasing tension between regulators and fintech startups. Zeta founder Bhavin […]