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IPL 2026 transforms live match moments into powerful marketing opportunities. Campaigns are now time-bound and real-time, focusing on instant engagement rather than static promotions, making brand interactions more dynamic, immersive, and impactful.
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The latest edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) is here now in 2026, and naturally, we are in the midst of the cricket frenzy with players set in action, the religious fans of the game all thrilled and waiting for their favorite matches, and the franchise owners and other
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Understand the GST registration process in India with step-by-step guidance on eligibility, documents, online application, and post-registration compliance requirements.
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AI face generator tools are transforming branding by creating realistic human faces without costly photoshoots. Discover the best tools, features, and use cases in this complete guide.
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Discover the best AI data visualization tools that transform raw data into actionable insights. From dashboards to real-time analytics, find the right tool for your needs.
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Explore the best AI rank tracking tools that help marketers monitor keyword rankings, track AI visibility, and uncover growth opportunities with real-time insights and smart analytics.
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Discover top AI workforce planning tools that help businesses predict hiring needs, analyze skills, and optimize team performance with data-driven insights.
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Discover the best AI lesson planning tools for teachers. Compare features, pricing, and benefits to create faster, smarter, and more engaging lessons in minutes.
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AI customer experience tools are helping small businesses deliver faster, smarter, and more personalized support. This guide covers the top tools, their use cases, and how they improve customer interactions.
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AI tools are transforming journalism by speeding up research, improving writing, and enhancing factchecking. This guide covers the top AI tools for journalists and what they are best used for.
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AI threat intelligence tools use artificial intelligence to detect cyber threats, analyze risks, and automate responses. This guide compares the top platforms, their features, pricing, and use cases to help you choose the right solution.
On April 3, Aditya Kumar, CFO of the publicly traded fintech SaaS business Zaggle, resigned from his position with immediate effect. Kumar stated that he was leaving due to personal matters. He became a part of the organisation in 2022 as VP of finance and was promoted to CFO that
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Nandita Sinha, CEO of Myntra, is set to step down from her role, according to multiple reports. Myntra operates under Flipkart. Following this development, Sharon Pais has emerged as the most likely candidate to take over as the next CEO. She currently heads Flipkart’s fashion business and has previously
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Building a capable AI agent is one problem. Getting multiple agents to work together reliably, at scale, across an enterprise's systems and data, is a different problem entirely, and in many ways a harder one. AI orchestration is the term for the infrastructure layer that solves it. Where
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AI-powered CRM tools with mobile apps are transforming sales teams by enabling real-time access, automation, and smart insights. Explore the top platforms, their features, pricing, and how they help businesses close deals faster.
In spite of the ongoing disruption caused by AI to global labour structures, Deloitte intends to recruit 50,000 individuals in India. Fears of job losses have arisen in response to the widespread adoption of AI. The hiring drive, as explained by South Asia COO Nitin Kini, indicates a shift
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Discover the best ways to earn money from the IPL in 2026, including fantasy leagues, blogging, merchandise, screenings, and more. Learn how to turn your cricket passion into a profitable opportunity.
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The IPL business model blends cricket, entertainment, and marketing to create a billion-dollar sports league. Discover its revenue streams, franchise system, and explosive growth over the years.
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Building a lasting brand goes beyond visibility. Explore 5 key principles that help founders create meaningful, consistent, and trusted brands that stand the test of time.
Pavestone, a Hyderabad-based venture capital firm, completed its investment of $3 Million (₹25 Cr) into Uncia, an AI-powered Lending Solutions platform. In an era defined by heavily funded fintechs and venture-backed growth stories, Uncia represents something increasingly rare: a technology company that chose to let its product do the talking
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AI Shopify SEO tools help you fix errors, improve rankings, and grow your store faster. Explore top tools that automate SEO, save time, and boost performance.
James Quincey (of Coca-Cola) and Doug McMillon (of Walmart) have stepped down, saying it's the right time for new AI leadership.
Infosys has announced twin acquisitions in the US, buying Optimum Healthcare IT for $465 million and Stratus for $95 million. The $560 million deal marks a strategic push into healthcare and insurance technology, strengthening its domain expertise amid growing AI-led disruption in IT services.
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Priyanka Aeron of Thrive Global AI shares how AI-first marketing is transforming brand growth with real-time insights and predictive analytics, while encouraging more women to lead innovation in AI and tech.
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Akriti Chopra’s journey from a Chartered Accountant to Zomato’s co-founder is truly inspiring. Discover her career growth, IPO role, achievements, and leadership story.
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Explore top AI tools that make subscription cancellation simple and stress-free. From tracking hidden charges to automating cancellations, these tools help businesses and individuals save time and money.
Troubles persist as Robin Liu's resignation hits the news, and here's what it could mean to the customers in India.
Tim Cook has no plans to retire anytime soon, but Apple's search for the next is on. John Ternus, Vice President of Hardware Engineering at Apple Inc., is "well-liked" and a perfect fit for the role, insiders say.
Bharti family office’s hospitality and dining arm has announced the appointment of Rohan Pewekar as the Chief Executive Officer. In this role, Rohan will drive the strategic direction and operations of the group’s restaurant business, which includes internationally acclaimed brands such as PizzaExpress, Chili’s, P.F. Chang’
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Sangeeta Sharma, a life transformation and inner alignment coach, explores how emotional healing, generational trauma, and self-awareness shape modern women’s journeys, highlighting the shift from silent struggle to empowered living.
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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.
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
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
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.
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From cloud computing to AI-led innovation, Beyond Key is helping businesses transform at scale. At the heart of this journey are women leaders driving change, building inclusive teams, and redefining what leadership in tech looks like.
HDFC Bank shares fell sharply after Chairman Atanu Chakraborty resigned abruptly. The RBI confirmed no governance concerns, and Keki Mistry was appointed interim chairman, reassuring investors amid sudden leadership changes.
As part of its reorganisation, Amazon has laid off some 16,000 workers. CEO Andy Jassy has hinted that the cloud sector could grow substantially in the next years thanks to artificial intelligence. Reductions in layers and complexity inside the organisation are being pursued through internal layoffs, as stated in
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Some products are built in public before the brand behind them is built at all. A marketplace can help you sell fast. It can also train your business to depend on traffic, ranking, and repeat discovery that you do not control. That trade-off feels manageable when revenue is small. It
The online travel industry continues to evolve as travelers demand faster, smarter, and more intuitive ways to book flights. In this shifting landscape, Hipmunk has re-entered the market with a renewed focus on simplifying the flight booking experience. Once known for its innovative approach to travel search, Hipmunk aims to
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As women take charge of wealth, succession, and investment decisions, Sreepriya NS reveals how leadership in family offices is shifting from control to trust, redefining the future of wealth advisory in India.
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Veena Dhandhia explores the power of inner leadership in shaping women’s careers. From overcoming self-doubt to building confidence and resilience, she shares how self-mastery and mindset shifts can unlock true leadership and long-term professional growth.
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Christelle D’Cruz talks about co-founding SuperGaming, building games for millions, and driving innovation in India’s booming gaming industry. She shares insights on leadership, diversity, and the growing role of women in game development.
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Astha Jain discusses how Ayuvya is empowering women with leadership roles, digital skills, and inclusive growth. From a 40% women workforce to future wellness initiatives, she shares insights on building a diverse and future-ready consumer health brand.
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From mentorship to leadership, Priyanka Agrawal reveals how AppSquadz is empowering women in tech and creating opportunities in AI, cloud computing, and digital transformation.
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From breaking barriers in deep tech to building AI-powered consulting systems, Harshi Gilara reveals how Petonic AI is redefining decision-making and why human-AI collaboration is the future.
Accenture has acquired UK AI firm Faculty, integrating its 400+ experts and naming co-founder Marc Warner as CTO, boosting Accenture’s AI capabilities and accelerating safe, large-scale adoption of AI for clients globally.
Perplexity AI CEO Aravind Srinivas endorsed a viral post claiming AI is shifting computer science back to maths and physics. Tools like GitHub Copilot speed up routine coding by 55%, but entry-level jobs shrink amid 2026 tech layoffs.
India’s market regulator, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), has appointed senior police officer Sadanand Date as its Executive Director, placing him in charge of the regulator’s crucial investigations department. The appointment marks a significant step in strengthening oversight of India’s capital markets as SEBI
Accenture, a consultancy business, has made AI proficiency a requirement for career advancement in response to the growing prevalence of AI in everyday business operations at firms worldwide. This suggests that employees who aren't flexible may not be a good fit for the organization. Accenture CEO Julie Sweet
Accenture CEO Julie Sweet has told employees that learning and using AI tools is now essential for promotions. The consulting giant has already trained hundreds of thousands of workers in generative AI as it pushes towards an AI-first workforce strategy.
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Introduction: VC Rebound and Immigration Strategy After a difficult period for venture funding, the startup market began to recover in 2025. By 2026, many startup founders are once again focused on growth, expansion, and building global companies. For startups around the world, the United States continues to be one of
Shantanu Narayen, who has been the CEO of Adobe Inc. for 18 years, has decided to stand down. Consequently, signalling a significant change in leadership at the innovative software juggernaut as it faces increased competition in the age of artificial intelligence. Narayen will continue in his position until a replacement
Startup founders often believe that a strong idea is the key to building a successful company. However, according to Ghazal Alagh, the real difference between startups that scale and those that stall lies in the mindset and decisions of the founder. In a recent LinkedIn post, the co-founder of Mamaearth
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In this interview, Nehaa Goyal explains how internal barriers like self-doubt and perfectionism impact women’s careers. She shares how trauma-informed coaching builds emotional clarity, confidence, and sustainable leadership growth.
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Dr. Premila Naidu has been at the forefront of transforming paediatric dental care in India by creating child-friendly, sensory-sensitive clinical environments. As the founder of Small Bites and Dr. ToothLittle, she pioneered one of India’s first specialised chains of paediatric dental clinics designed specifically for children’s needs. In
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As India’s retail landscape evolves, women are not only the primary consumers but also powerful cultural and economic influencers shaping purchasing decisions across households. Yet leadership representation in retail strategy and brand-building remains limited. In this conversation with StartupTalky, Subarna Mukherjee, Founder of Shop Culture, discusses how women-led strategy
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Masuma Siddique, Founder and Chief Strategist at InkCraft Communications, has built her agency on a simple but powerful belief: brands don’t just need visibility, they need trust. In an era where content is everywhere but credibility is rare, she has focused on creating strategic narratives that help brands build
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Performance marketing today requires a balance of creativity, strategy, and data-driven decision-making. Vidya Varadarajan, Director – Digital at Jacob Creative, brings this blend through her journey from copywriting to managing high-impact digital campaigns and Google Ads strategies. In this interview with StartupTalky, she shares how storytelling shaped her marketing mindset, her
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In the past decade, marketing has been turned completely upside down! Social media has exploded past TV like a rocket, crushing it into irrelevance. Today, brand discovery happens in the most unexpected places, during a morning scroll on Instagram, through a relatable YouTube vlog, or in a 30-second Reel that
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If you've ever spent hours hunting through email threads for the latest contract version, or manually compared two PDFs to find what changed, you know the pain of traditional document workflows. Document review shouldn't feel like detective work, but for most teams, it still does. Adobe&
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Free AI niche content planners help creators find topics that grow their audience fast. The system uses trend tracking and keyword analysis together with actual user requirement assessment to generate niche-based content recommendations. The tools enable users to finish research work in less time by transforming data into straightforward implementation
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Startups move quickly. Your team handles sales, support, onboarding, and marketing at the same time. An AI chatbot can reduce that pressure, but only if it includes the right capabilities. In 2026, expectations are higher. Users want instant answers, smooth conversations, and secure interactions. They compare your responsiveness to established
Larsen & Toubro (L&T), India's leading engineering giant, saw its shares plunge up to 7.4% today, 2 March 2026, amid the escalating Iran-Israel-US conflict. Investors worry about the company's big ties to the Middle East, where tensions are disrupting business. Timeline of Iran-Israel-US
On Coursera, Google has introduced a new AI Professional Certificate. Its goal is to assist professionals in going beyond basic AI knowledge and safely utilising AI tools in their daily jobs. Google AI Pro will be provided to enrolled learners at no cost for three months. This allows for practical
Senior staff members at Tata Consultancy Services have been instructed to aggressively develop and test artificial intelligence solutions. Thus, indicating a stronger drive to incorporate AI into leadership responsibilities. During his speech at the Nasscom Technology Leadership Forum in Mumbai, CEO K Krithivasan advised top leaders to put theory aside
Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, has announced "huge" plans to reassign workers. According to sources, this action is in line with the banking firm's efforts to speed the deployment of artificial intelligence. During an investor meeting this week, Dimon announced that the company is getting
To formally expand its on-the-ground support for companies building production-grade AI systems, OpenAI has appointed Arjun Gupta, founder of an Indian firm, as its first solutions architect in the nation. Formerly of AuraML, where he was both co-founder and chief technologist, Gupta is now a part of the Go-To-Market (GTM)
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When I looked at how business development (BD) teams actually work, I realised that most tools solve only one part of the funnel. The real momentum killers aren’t closing deals—they’re in the early stages: prospecting, personalised outreach, and consistent follow-up. Cold outreach often gets ignored, manual prospect
According to reports, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has called a "high-stakes" and "tense" meeting at the Pentagon with Dario Amodei, CEO of AI firm Anthropic, over the military's utilisation of the Claude AI model. Reportedly, Elon Musk criticised the AI firm for allegedly
HubSpot, the global software company known for its customer relationship management (CRM) and marketing tools, has acquired Starter Story, a fast-growing media brand focused on entrepreneurship and founder stories. The deal was confirmed this week and marks HubSpot’s latest move into creator-driven media as part of its broader audience
Matt Booty, Microsoft's recently hired chief content officer at Xbox, has assured staff that studio jobs will remain unaffected by the division's leadership shakeup. Booty attempted to assuage fears in an internal message to employees following a significant executive reorganisation. Long-time Xbox boss Phil Spencer retired
In order to be considered for leadership positions, senior staff at Accenture are required to use the firm's artificial intelligence products on a regular basis. It was communicated to senior managers and associate directors that "regular adoption" of AI tools is now necessary to advance to
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Many Indians are shocked at how expensive luxury imported cars are in India compared with prices abroad, especially in Dubai, UAE. A recent LinkedIn post by entrepreneur Ashish Gupta sparked debate by highlighting the sharp difference in how much freelancers or high-earning professionals need to earn in India to afford
Amazon has officially surpassed Walmart to become the world’s largest company by annual revenue, marking a major shift in global retail and technology leadership. The change follows Walmart’s latest full-year earnings announcement on 19 February 2026, which confirmed that its sales fell just short of Amazon’s previously
Exponent Energy, a Bengaluru-based energy-tech company, announced a 360-degree fintech and asset management business venture, Exponent One, aimed at addressing a key barrier to scaling commercial EV adoption: access to viable financing. Financing and mobility veteran Sandeep Divakaran will helm the new venture as Co-founder and CEO. Exponent Energy has
In its transition out of Hindustan Unilever, ice cream seller Kwality Wall's (India) intends to become a "snacking" company that sells its products all year round. According to Chitrank Goel, executive director of Kwality Wall’s (India) Ltd, the company is spearheading the transition of ice
After five high-profile senior executives left the company since December, Salesforce reshuffled its leadership ranks and promoted six new leaders. The media has reported that the moves involve both new hiring and promotions from inside. As part of its efforts to solidify leadership across critical divisions like Slack, Agentforce, and
In an effort to streamline operations and re-establish sales momentum, newly installed chief executive Michael Fiddelke has decided to lay off around 500 people at Target. The layoffs are a component of a larger reorganisation that will provide store managers more power and streamline the retailer's store field
ThatWare, an advanced AI-powered digital intelligence and SEO solutions company, today announces its continued leadership in building AI-driven and semantic search systems inspired by Dr. Tuhin Banik, widely recognized as the Father of Modern SEO (Search Engine Optimization). Through a system-based, intelligence-first approach, ThatWare is redefining how advanced SEO operates
In the midst of a major leadership change and an increased emphasis on artificial intelligence, cloud software giant Salesforce has slashed 1,000 jobs across various teams in yet another wave of layoffs. Staff members in marketing, product management, data analytics, and positions associated with Salesforce's main artificial
- A year-long search for a CEO comes to a halt right at Greg Foran. - Kroger shares jumped 6% in premarket trade after the news made headlines. - The company is hoping to compete with Walmart under his leadership.
The leadership shift that was announced last month has been finalised with the official confirmation of co-founder Deepinder Goyal's resignation as managing director, chief executive officer, and director by Eternal Ltd (formerly Zomato Ltd). On February 6, the company complied with SEBI's listing criteria and notified
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Product prototyping tools are digital platforms that help teams design, visualise, test, and validate products before full-scale development. For startups, they enable rapid MVP creation, user validation, and faster go-to-market execution. For enterprises, they support structured product development, UX consistency, and scalable innovation workflows. As modern product development increasingly blends
Myntra, the Flipkart-owned fashion and lifestyle e-commerce platform, has appointed Pramod Adiddam as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO). The move comes as the company sharpens its focus on technology-led growth and platform scale. Adiddam will lead Myntra’s technology and engineering teams. He will report to CEO Nandita Sinha.
The Fractal Analytics IPO has officially opened for public subscription in India, drawing attention from investors as one of the largest technology initial public offerings of 2026 so far. The three-day subscription window began on 9 February 2026 and will close on 11 February 2026. This IPO represents a significant
India has recently taken a daring move in the quest for global AI infrastructure. Cloud service firms based in India that manage global workloads would be eligible for a tax break until 2047, according to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. Income from services offered abroad is effectively tax-free. Microsoft, Amazon, and
Along with a senior Siri executive, Apple Inc. has lost at least four additional AI researchers in recent weeks. The employees have left for companies like Google DeepMind and Meta Platforms Inc. Yinfei Yang, Haoxuan You, Bailin Wang, and Zirui Wang are among the most recent departures. According to various
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In a technology landscape dominated by hype cycles and short-term bets, Arvind Krishna represents a different kind of leadership, measured, deeply technical, and future-focused. As Chairman and CEO of IBM, Krishna is steering the 100+-year-old enterprise through one of its most important transformations, doubling down on hybrid cloud, artificial
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StartupTalky presents Recap'25, a series of exclusive interviews where we connect with founders and industry leaders to reflect on their journey in 2025 and discuss their vision for the future. In this edition, StartupTalky speaks with Vishal Sharijay Garg, CEO & Founder of Hobo.Video, about the major
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StartupTalky presents Recap'25, a series of exclusive interviews where we connect with founders and industry leaders to reflect on their journey in 2025 and discuss their vision for the future. In this edition of Recap’25, StartupTalky speaks with Ashok Kularia, Managing Director of ANJ Group, who reflects
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Video recording has become a core operational tool for modern businesses, educators, creators and remote teams. From internal training and onboarding to webinars, product demos, tutorials and client communication, high-quality video capture is now essential across industries. As digital workflows replace physical meetings and documentation, the demand for reliable, flexible
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StartupTalky presents Recap'25, a series of exclusive interviews where we connect with founders and industry leaders to reflect on their journey in 2025 and discuss their vision for the future. In this edition of Recap’25, StartupTalky speaks with Mr. Ranjan Agarwal, Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder of
- The middle class and upper middle class get tax relief, as 30% tax only starts after INR 24 lakh. - The new tax regime is automatic, and if one wants the old one, they must actively choose it.
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For the high-earning Indian professional working remotely, the idea of European residency often seems like a distant, bureaucratic dream. However, Spain's Digital Nomad Visa (DNV), launched in 2023, has quietly emerged as one of the most compelling pathways to a life in the sun, offering a potent mix
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The practice of "Building in Public" (BIP), where a company shares its progress, metrics, and challenges openly with the community, has become a defining trend in the startup world. Proponents argue it fosters community and provides invaluable feedback, while critics contend it is a dangerous distraction that drains
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For many founders, the path to building a successful startup often feels like a choice between two extremes: bootstrapping into slow growth or raising venture capital and immediately diluting ownership. However, a third path exists that is increasingly becoming a strategic lever for the world’s most ambitious builders. Non-dilutive
On 29 January 2026, the Offer for Sale (OFS) of Hindustan Zinc Ltd (HZL) opened for retail investors after strong demand from institutional and non‑retail participants. The OFS, led by promoter Vedanta Ltd, is designed to sell up to 1.59% stake in Hindustan Zinc, raising around ₹4,500
New Delhi-based deep tech startup OneARVO raises ₹12.3 Million in Pre-seed round led by Inflection Point Ventures. The funds will be utilised for technology team augmentation, building an AI lab for datasets, and go-to-market implementation. The startup operates as a supply chain integrity solutions provider, helping brands protect, track,
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StartupTalky presents Recap'25, a series of exclusive interviews where we connect with founders and industry leaders to reflect on their journey in 2025 and discuss their vision for the future. In this edition of Recap’25, StartupTalky speaks with Neha Mohanty, Founder and Director of StarFishGlobal Communications LLP,