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Ghazal Alagh, co-founder of Mamaearth, TheDermaCo, Dr. Sheth’s, Aqualogica, and BBlunt, recently shared insights on LinkedIn about the real reason many startups never succeed. “The biggest graveyard for startup dreams isn't failed businesses. It's unstarted ones,” she wrote. Reflecting on her entrepreneurial journey, Alagh recalled
The dating app, co-founded by Karan Johar, Raghav Chaturvedi, and Ramya Chaturvedi, launched earlier this year to build safe and meaningful relationships amidst digital dating fatigue Elevn, a fresh entrant in India’s digital dating space, is making a statement with its bold approach to modern romance. Founded earlier this
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Counterfeiting is a growing threat across the FMCG, pharma, and automotive industries, and traditional safeguards are no longer enough. In this exclusive interaction with StartupTalky, Mr. Padmakumar Nair, Founder and CEO of Ennoventure, discusses how smart, tech-driven packaging is reshaping brand protection. He shares insights on invisible signatures, consumer behavior
Ghazal Alagh, Co-founder and Chief Mama at Mamaearth, has shared her unique approach to building strong teams. In a recent LinkedIn post, the entrepreneur and Shark Tank India investor revealed three questions she always asks when hiring or partnering. Alagh, who also leads brands like The Derma Co, Dr. Sheth&
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India’s digital lending sector is booming. In FY 2024–25, fintech NBFCs disbursed nearly 10.9 crore personal loans, about 74% of all personal loans, worth over INR 1,06,500 crore. Yet, many Indians still find credit hard to obtain. That’s where Viva Money steps in. As
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Raksha Bandhan isn’t just about rakhis and sweets, it’s about finding something that truly reflects your bond. If you're thinking beyond the usual and want a gift that lasts, jewellery is a great shout. Whether your sibling is into sleek, minimal pieces or bold, festive bling,
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Raksha Bandhan is more than a ritual, it's a feeling. It’s about that silent understanding between siblings, the shared childhood memories, the teasing, the late-night talks, and the unspoken support. And while no gift can truly capture all of that, the act of choosing one still matters.
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Timex, the flagship brand, delivers a never-before growth of 77%, backed by premiumisation, exceptional channel performance, and new-age brand storytelling. Timex Group India Ltd (TGIL), a leading force in India’s watch industry and part of the global Timex Group, has reported exceptional financial results this quarter, underscoring the brand’
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The products and services offered by a company are what make for its business. But what opens new doors for the growth of a business is its marketing. During the traditional days of commerce, businesses used to spend a lot of money on their marketing. It involved giving ads on
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Open your Demat account online with the best and most trusted sites like Zerodha, Groww, Trading Bells, Upstox, etc., and start your trading journey today.
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In this exclusive interaction, Manoj Joshi, CEO of SA Technologies, shares how India is fast becoming the global hub for AI-first Global Capability Centres (GCCs). He discusses how Fortune 500s and mid-sized firms differ in their GCC strategies, and how SA Technologies’ evolved Build-Operate-Transfer model uses AI to drive 30%
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In this exclusive virtual conversation with StartupTalky, Harsh Binani, Co-founder of Smartworks, discusses the company’s IPO, its capital-efficient growth strategy, how they built strong enterprise relationships, and the future of India’s flex workspace industry. From Startup to IPO: Smartworks' Big Leap Smartworks, one of India’s largest
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As India moves towards digital sovereignty and AI leadership, homegrown cloud providers are building purpose-driven infrastructure. In this interaction with StartupTalky, Srishti Baweja, Co-Founder and Whole-Time Director of E2E Networks Ltd, talks about creating India-first cloud infrastructure, launching the country’s largest H200 GPU cluster, and helping startups, researchers, and
Nithin Kamath, the founder and CEO of Zerodha, shared some eye-opening thoughts on where investing and trading are headed in his recent LinkedIn post. According to him, we are just at the start of a huge change powered by artificial intelligence (AI). He believes that soon, investing, trading, banking, and
In a significant move toward inclusive financial growth, InPrime Finserv, a tech-enabled NBFC focused on India’s emerging middle class, has raised INR 50 crores ($6.02 Mn) in a Series A1 funding round. The round was led by Pravega Ventures with continued backing from existing investors Z47, InfoEdge Ventures,
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Aravind Sanka, co‑founder and CEO of Rapido, has played a big role in changing how people travel in Indian cities. He helped build Rapido into a unicorn by focusing on what customers need and making it easy to use. But Aravind is not just building one company, he is
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In this exclusive interaction with StartupTalky, Rohith Reji, Co-founder and CEO of Neokred, shares insights into the company’s growth and product innovation. He talks about user acquisition trends, the adoption of Blutic for consent management, and Neokred’s role in improving data compliance. Reji also highlights key partnerships across
In a powerful LinkedIn post, Ghazal Alagh highlights 8 toxic manager types that silently push great employees to leave. From micromanagers to mood-driven bosses, the real reason people walk out isn’t the work, it’s who they work under.
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In this insightful interaction with StartupTalky, Sanjay Varnwal, Co-founder and CEO of Spyne, talks about the journey of building Spyne, the bold decision to focus only on the automotive space, and how they are helping used car dealers grow faster with AI. He shares how Spyne built its own tech
Zerodha’s Founder and CEO, Nithin Kamath, has issued a candid reflection on India’s broking industry, questioning the sustainability and perceived attractiveness of the business. In a recent LinkedIn post, Kamath highlighted how a majority of brokerage revenue today is concentrated in just two contracts, Nifty and Sensex Futures
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Shraddha Kapoor is not just a Bollywood star, but she’s also making her mark as one of India’s leading celebrity investors. Known for her smart choices and strong connection with today’s youth, Shraddha supports new-age brands that reflect her lifestyle and values. From beauty and wellness to
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In this interaction with StartupTalky, Shesh Rao Paplikar, Founder and CEO of BHIVE Workspace, discusses the key challenges in India’s managed office space sector, including integrating real-time systems for billing, maintenance, and occupancy. He explains BHIVE’s flexible leasing model, city-wise expansion strategy, and how customer insights shaped their
In a recent LinkedIn post, Ghazal Alagh, Co-founder of Mamaearth and Shark Tank India’s ‘Mamashark’, shared a regular but meaningful moment from her everyday life. In a world that celebrates non-stop hustle, she’s choosing something different in 2025: calm, clarity, and purpose. One day, in the middle of