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From Alibaba’s first programmer to CEO, Eddie Wu is quietly driving the company’s AI-first transformation, focusing on innovation, sustainability, and long-term growth.
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In this StartupTalky International Women’s Day 2026 feature, Kiran Meena talks about building TheParentZ, scaling to 20 million parents, and empowering modern families through technology, community, and empathy-driven innovation.
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As part of StartupTalky’s International Women’s Day 2026 series, Devashree Nampurkar discusses breaking barriers in defence manufacturing, driving engineering innovation, and contributing to India’s self-reliance through deep-tech solutions.
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As part of StartupTalky’s International Women’s Day 2026 series, Vidushi Jain and Saloni Shah reveal how Attrangi is transforming jewellery into a form of everyday self-expression while empowering women through design, community, and purpose.
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In this International Women’s Day 2026 special, Pee Safe Co-founder Srijana Bagaria shares how the brand is challenging stigma, empowering women, and building a future where hygiene conversations are open, accessible, and stigma-free.
On March 20th, the anticipated demerger was informally approved by the board of directors of online travel provider Thomas Cook India (TCIL). This permission allows TCIL to demerge its resorts and resort management operations into Sterling Holiday Resorts Limited. The audit and independent committees have recommended the demerger and restructure
Alakh Pandey has entered the global billionaire list in 2026, with an estimated net worth of $1 billion, according to Forbes. The milestone follows a series of clear financial developments, including a strong IPO debut and steady revenue growth at Physics Wallah. His wealth is largely tied to his equity
From Alibaba’s first programmer to CEO, Eddie Wu is quietly driving the company’s AI-first transformation, focusing on innovation, sustainability, and long-term growth.
Sriram Venkataraman, Flipkart's Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO), will be stepping down from his position on 19 March. The executive will stay on for a transition period to make sure everything stays the same. During this time, Flipkart's CFO Ravi Iyer will be in charge of
Surat emerged as the meeting point of India’s entrepreneurial leadership as CorporateConnections®️ India hosted BHAF 2026 – The Big Hairy Audacious Forum, bringing together over 250 prominent entrepreneurs and business leaders from across the country. The two-day flagship forum took place on 13–14 March 2026 at the Surat Marriott
The Indian startup ecosystem remained relatively quiet on 20 March 2026, with limited funding activity but notable developments in consumer, foodtech, and regulatory spaces. The day saw a small early-stage deal in the senior care segment, while major business news was driven by pricing changes, acquisition talks, and regulatory pressures.
Gold and silver prices in India continued to decline on 20 March 2026, extending the losses seen in the previous session. While gold remained under pressure near the ₹1.45 lakh mark, silver witnessed a sharper fall, reflecting higher volatility. The drop is largely driven by global cues, including a
In this StartupTalky International Women’s Day 2026 feature, Kiran Meena talks about building TheParentZ, scaling to 20 million parents, and empowering modern families through technology, community, and empathy-driven innovation.
Delhivery has appointed Ms. Neelam Dhawan as a Non-Executive Independent Director, effective March 20, 2026. Ms. Dhawan will also be designated as the Chairperson of the Board of Directors, effective April 1, 2026. She succeeds Mr. Deepak Kapoor, who is stepping down from the Board of Delhivery after a tenure
Global beauty giant L’Oréal is reportedly in advanced discussions to acquire a majority stake in Indian beauty and personal care startup Innovist. The deal is expected to value the Gurugram-based company between $350 million and $450 million, according to multiple media reports. If finalised, this would mark a significant
April will see a new round of layoffs at Goldman Sachs. As part of regular performance assessments, the corporation is increasingly focusing on staff who are not meeting expectations. Separate from the bank's yearly workforce reduction effort, these changes are anticipated to impact a modest number of staff.
As part of StartupTalky’s International Women’s Day 2026 series, Devashree Nampurkar discusses breaking barriers in defence manufacturing, driving engineering innovation, and contributing to India’s self-reliance through deep-tech solutions.
Just weeks after laying off over 4,000 workers, the Jack Dorsey–led Block has rehired a handful. The company's recent layoffs may indicate a need for rebalancing its operations. A large number of employees were laid off when the fintech company announced massive layoffs last month. Nevertheless,
Snapdeal and Titan Capital Co-Founder, Kunal Bahl, recently shared a sharp warning on LinkedIn about the future of tech careers. He said the real threat isn’t AI itself, but people who know how to use it better. “The biggest threat to your tech career isn't AI. It’
OpenAI is planning a desktop super app that will combine ChatGPT, Codex, coding tools and an AI browser into one platform, aiming to simplify workflows, reduce app switching, and boost productivity with more advanced AI capabilities.
A 12% staff reduction was revealed by cryptocurrency exchange Crypto.com on March 19th. A trend observed across corporate sectors, layoffs are a component of the company's efforts to incorporate artificial intelligence into its operations. “We are joining the list of companies integrating enterprise-wide AI. Companies that do
As part of StartupTalky’s International Women’s Day 2026 series, Vidushi Jain and Saloni Shah reveal how Attrangi is transforming jewellery into a form of everyday self-expression while empowering women through design, community, and purpose.
India’s casino and gaming company, Delta Corp, has come under regulatory pressure after receiving a massive tax demand notice of ₹1,752 crore from the government. The development has triggered concerns among investors and led to a sharp reaction in the company’s stock price. Government Issues ₹1,752
As part of a larger effort to reduce costs, Ubisoft has begun laying off more than 100 staff from its Red Storm Entertainment unit and offering them severance benefits. Several news outlets have reported that Ubisoft's continued global savings plan is causing the North Carolina-based studio to consider
In this International Women’s Day 2026 special, Pee Safe Co-founder Srijana Bagaria shares how the brand is challenging stigma, empowering women, and building a future where hygiene conversations are open, accessible, and stigma-free.