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“What skills should I build as a student if I want to be an entrepreneur?” This is a question Anupam Mittal, Founder of Shaadi.com and Shark Tank India judge, is often asked. His answer, shared in a recent LinkedIn post, was simple yet powerful: Master the ability to sell
Tesla Inc. has firmly denied media reports claiming its board is looking to replace Elon Musk as CEO. The controversy began on April 30, 2025, after The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) published an article suggesting Tesla had quietly initiated a search for Musk’s successor amid concerns about his divided
In a recent LinkedIn post, Nithin Kamath, the founder and CEO of Zerodha, issued a stark warning about a rising investment fraud that has trapped thousands of unsuspecting investors across India, the WhatsApp investment scam. According to Kamath, this scam is now the most widespread and damaging among stock market
WinZO, India’s largest interactive entertainment platform, announced its audited financial results for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024, reporting record-breaking revenue and profitability despite a dynamic regulatory landscape. It is noteworthy that FY24 reflects only six months of the impact from the 400% increase in GST on online
Canara HSBC Life Insurance Company Limited, a prominent bank-led private player in the Indian life insurance sector, has filed its Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) with SEBI for an Initial Public Offering (IPO). Canara Bank and HSBC Insurance (Asia-Pacific) Holdings Limited are the promoters of the company. The offer comprises
Franklin Templeton Category II Alternative Investment Fund Trust, a Category II Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) is managed by Franklin Templeton Alternative Investments (India) Pvt. Ltd. Franklin India Credit AIF – Scheme I, the first scheme under the above license has been established in accordance with Securities and Exchange Board of India
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The e-commerce industry has flourished well in recent years. The platforms have been a blessing for the consumers. People are now keener towards online shopping. They get to have a wide variety of discounts and easy exchange and returns. Online shopping sites like Amazon, Flipkart, and Myntra are super popular.
Urban Company, a leading on-demand services platform, has filed its Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for an Initial Public Offering (IPO) valued at up to INR 1,900 crore. The IPO is a mix of a primary issuance and an offer-for-sale
The innovative beverage brand, featured on Shark Tank India, will use funds to expand its presence in Quick Commerce, premium hospitality, and scale its patented Crystal Bottle. Malaki, an innovative and sustainable premium beverage brand, today announced the successful closing of its Seed funding round, raising INR 5.7 crores.
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Mahendra Singh Dhoni, fondly known as 'Captain Cool', has ruled the cricketing world with his sharp instincts and fearless leadership. From winning World Cups to being one of the most celebrated captains, his journey on the field is legendary. But Dhoni’s story does not end with cricket.
B2B e-commerce marketplace Bizongo is under heightened scrutiny after auditors flagged concerns over financial irregularities. Once seen as a rising star in India’s startup ecosystem, Bizongo is now navigating governance challenges, leadership transitions, and creditor pressure. The company’s board has launched a fresh investigation into the matter, raising
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India’s lithium-ion battery industry is seeing a sharp rise in production capacity, growing from about 18 gigawatt hours in 2023 to a projected 150 gigawatt hours by 2030. This growth is mainly because of the rising adoption of electric vehicles and the demand for better energy storage solutions. Maxvolt
Ghazal Alagh, Co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer of Mamaearth, has never shied away from sharing her entrepreneurial journey, one that’s deeply intertwined with her identity as a mother and a woman in leadership. Through her honest LinkedIn posts, Ghazal has been sharing lessons from her personal journey, showcasing how
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‘Communication works for those who work at it,’ said composer John Powell — yet, speaking confidently remains a challenge for many. Arpit Mittal, Founder & CEO of SpeakX, is working to change that with an AI-powered platform designed to help learners across India improve their spoken English. In this interaction with
It is the largest investment in India’s insect-based protein and agri-biotech sector to date. Avaana Capital, a venture capital fund focused on backing deep-tech and frontier innovation, has led an INR 32 crore (approx. $3.8 million) seed funding round in GreenGrahi, a next-generation biotech company building resilient &
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Shark Tank India has become one of the most popular shows among people these days. The energy, the innovative ideas, and, of course, the sharks—everything is top-notch. A shark, who is super trendy and seems to be loved by all for his quirky nature, is Aman Gupta. The co-founder
The company plans an aggressive two-year roadmap for phased omnichannel expansion. Rupesh Jain, the digital jewellery pioneer who built Candere into one of India’s most successful online fine jewellery platforms before its acquisition by Kalyan Jewellers, is returning to the spotlight with a bold new venture, Lucira. A modern
* Aims to solve shipping and e-commerce woes for gems and jewellery merchants * Pick up from 250 cities with 59 operational hubs across 40 cities and towns * Average shipment value is INR 90,000 Shiprocket, India’s leading eCommerce enablement platform, has entered premium category shipping with its partnership with CriticaLog,
India’s leading auto-tech platform, CARS24, has officially acquired Team-BHP, one of the country’s most respected and fiercely independent automotive communities. This strategic move signals a new era for India’s auto ecosystem, one where growth aligns with sincerity and information fosters profound trust. For over two decades, Team-BHP
* Arjun Vaidya’s expertise will drive strategic D2C partnerships and enhance KiranaPro’s AI-powered platform, fuelling the brand’s growth and nationwide expansion. * His hands-on experience in scaling consumer-facing brands will be instrumental in guiding KiranaPro as it extends its reach to millions of customers nationwide. KiranaPro, India’s fully
This is the seventh investment from Aavishkaar Capital’s USD 220 million “Global Supply Chain Support Fund”. Global Supply Chain Support Fund, managed by Aavishkaar Capital (Aavishkaar), an Aavishkaar Group company and a global pioneer in taking an entrepreneurship-based approach to scaling businesses for impact, and set up in partnership
Uniqus Consultech, a tech-enabled global platform that offers consulting solutions in the accounting & reporting, finance operations, governance, risk, ESG, and technology domains, today announced that it has secured $20 million in Series C funding. The round was led by Nexus Venture Partners, with participation from Sorin Investments. Nexus and
Update | April 21, 2025, 5:30 pm Krutrim has issued a statement denying claims in the media reports regarding its fundraising efforts. The company clarified that it is not seeking external equity capital, and any reports suggesting otherwise are "speculative and misleading." The company remains focused on executing
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The global luxury perfume market is set to reach USD 21.31 billion by 2033, with increasing demand for niche and artisanal fragrances. House of Moksha (HOM) is making its mark in this growing industry by blending the fragrance traditions of India, the Middle East, and Europe. The brand offers