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Vygr News is building a new kind of creator ecosystem, one that empowers women from Tier II–IV towns to produce credible, hyperlocal informational content. By combining training, editorial support, and stable income opportunities, the platform is helping regional women become trusted voices in their communities. In this conversation with
For many investors, the past 18 months have felt like a financial purgatory. The market, a once-reliable engine of growth, appears to have stalled, leaving many to wonder: Is this the new normal, or simply the calm before a storm? A recent LinkedIn post by prominent financial voice Radhika Gupta
When we speak of Shark Tank India judges, we can easily visualize experienced venture capitalists or renowned startup founders with several decades of industry experience. But Pratham Mittal brings a fresh and deeply meaningful perspective, that of an educator-entrepreneur who believes that entrepreneurship begins with learning by doing, not waiting
When we think of startup judges on Shark Tank India, we often expect investors from tech, consumer brands, or SaaS founders. But Hardik Kothiya brings a unique and powerful perspective that of a renewable energy pioneer who has helped build one of India’s fastest-growing solar manufacturing companies from the
Shekhar Natarajan, Founder and CEO of Orchestro.AI, explains how the misuse of facial recognition software impacts legal narratives in this opinion piece.
Nutrify Today, the global catalyst for the nutraceutical industry, has premiered a landmark feature in its documentary series, Legends of Lifesciences, featuring Rajeev Juneja, Vice Chairman and Managing Director of Mankind Pharma. The documentary offers a rare, high-level perspective on the evolution of Indian healthcare, chronicling Juneja’s journey from
Smart AI tools empower small businesses to easily find and attract new customers. They leverage online behavior for activity tracking, scoring prospective leads, and sending targeted messages to grab attention. Based on certain parametric data, they find out which prospects are ready to buy and which ones are to be
Thomas Kurian, the CEO of Google Cloud, has refuted popular concerns that AI will replace tech employment, claiming that AI will enable humans to do tasks that they were previously unable to do. Kurian stressed that AI's main function is to augment human talents rather than completely replace
AI tools help you tweet quickly and easily by writing posts on autopilot. With smart technology, those thoughts instantly translate into publicly engaging Twitter copy. So useful in saving time and circumventing writer's block in the nick of time, they can generate new topics, maintain the same touch,
In this digital age, it is complicated to understand what you believe by watching online. Misinformation is rapidly spreading everywhere, from videos that look impossibly real to news stories that twist the truth. Deepfakes videos, images, or audio altered using AI are becoming increasingly common, and they can be used
According to Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi, Rapido has surpassed Ola in the category and is now the company's fiercest rival in India. "Ola used to be our biggest rival. Rapido is, in my opinion, the more formidable rival in India right now. They aggressively entered the two-wheeler
This article has been contributed by Neeraj Gupta, GM-PeX Head Global (India/Africa), Bharti Airtel Ltd Reflecting on my 17 years in the Indian telecom finance domain, the transformation has been nothing short of breath-taking. I began my career in an era of paper ledgers/Tally and manual reconciliations, where
On 9 July, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) said that it had begun a significant crackdown on the illicit online betting site "Probo," carrying out search operations on July 8 and 9 throughout its four Haryana locations. The online platform "Probo" was created by Probo Media Technologies
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has granted a prepaid payment instruments (PPI) licence to Zinka Logistics, a subsidiary of listed logistics giant BlackBuck. The business stated in an exchange statement that its fully owned subsidiary, TZF Logistics Solutions Pvt Ltd, was awarded the licence by the central bank. Banks
WhatsApp to Introduce Log-Out Feature Without Data Loss According to reports, WhatsApp is working on a new feature that will allow users to exit their primary account without permanently erasing their data. WhatsApp does not yet allow you to log out of your account on your primary device without losing
Sridhar Vembu, the founder and Chief Scientist of Zoho, recently took to the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to offer a sobering perspective on the tech industry, warning software professionals not to assume their current advantages will last forever. His comments have since sparked widespread discussion, echoing across industry
At a recent internal town hall meeting, Amazon CEO Andy Jassy highlighted a major change in the company's promotion strategy, stressing that growing big teams will no longer be the route to promotion at the e-commerce behemoth. Jassy informed staff that Amazon is actively altering its perspective on
This article has been contributed by Sanya Bajaj, Founder, Column Inches. Brands use PR to stay in the public eye, whether they are startups trying to get noticed or established names looking for a refresh. Airbnb’s “We Accept” campaign stood out because it championed inclusivity in a way that
Ramesh Damani established himself as a market expert who brings together astute investment decisions and visionary market strategies. Since joining the Bombay Stock Exchange in 1989, he has built his reputation through the identification of mispriced assets and their transformation into profitable investments. The investor Ramesh Damani stands out because
Ola Cabs is India's largest mobility platform growing into a worldwide perspective. It has a strong friendly global presence as rides are hauled around nearly every continent. Ola Cabs is driven by the mission to provide sound transport solutions to the billion Indians through technology, connecting users and
In this fast-moving world, who has the time to have a set up in their living room to sit back and watch the cricket match? That’s where Mr. Pankaj Chhaparwal’s brain clicked and he came up with the idea of Cricbuzz. Cricbuzz was founded in 2004 and was
India is a country with a bit different thinking than what people believe and opt for in other parts of the world. The south Asiatic region has cultural differences that affect the youth and families, who try to ignore the risks, critical thinking, and odd decisions. A simple question of
StartupTalky presents Recap'24, a series of exclusive interviews where we connect with founders and industry leaders to reflect on their journey in 2024 and discuss their vision for the future. Eyewear is no longer just a necessity—it has become a statement of style, identity, and self-expression. Abdus
Union Minister Piyush Goyal stated on 28 November that the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology is still considering new rules for India's laptop import policy. "I think this is still under deliberation," Goyal responded when asked about the import authorisation mechanism for IT hardware products
Nowadays, having additional income has become a big-time goal for many people seeking financial independence. With rising expenses and growing demands, regular earnings often fall short. This has led to an increased interest in innovative ways to generate extra income. As a result, user-friendly, easy-to-use money-earning apps have gained popularity.
In this exclusive interaction with StartupTalky, Ms. Payal Nambiar, Founder and Director of B-Square Solutions, shares her journey and insights into the IT industry. She explains how B-Square’s innovative solutions, like the Pothera ERP, are making a big impact in the tech world. Nambiar talks about how the company
New Delhi [India], May 21: While mythological fiction is doled out in generous quantities in the Indian publishing scene, it is rare to come across historical fiction, especially if it is set in the recent past. Kumar Kinshuk’s latest novel “The Indian Emergency” is a welcome addition to the
This article has been contributed by Dr. Somdutta Singh, Founder & CEO Assiduus Global Inc, LP Angel Investor, Author and Ex-Member Niti Aayog. * E-commerce sales are expected to surpass $8.1 trillion by 2026. * 95% of all shopping will be done online by 2040. * 205 million people worldwide turn to
New Delhi (India), March 16: opositive.io, the center of excellence for search, made a powerful impression at TiEcon'24, India's largest startup event held on the 8th and 9th of March. As a coveted exhibitor, opositive.io showcased its expertise in helping brands achieve ad-free, sustainable
This article has been contributed by Aman Mohunta, Co-Founder, Aminu Wellness. Sustainability has become a crucial factor for the long-term survival and value creation of any brand, regardless of trends or profitability. Sustainability has emerged as a pivotal factor in influencing the long-term survival and value creation of brands. Today,
Personal development is a continuous process of learning, growth, and self-improvement. It entails the quest for self-awareness, improving skills and knowledge, and the development of constructive habits and attitudes. It is a one-of-a-kind, ongoing process for each individual. Understanding yourself also allows you to understand better and connect with those
> This article has been contributed by Vishnu Sharma, CEO, Rannkly. In the era of the digital world, where every business transaction and personal interaction occurs online, managing your online reputation has become an indispensable component of success. With just a few keystrokes, potential customers can form an opinion about
The origin of the word ‘book’ comes from the Germanic root ‘bok’ from which the old English word ‘boc’ was coined, leading to the modern word ‘book’. Books are the doorway that has the power to lead a reader into a world of imagination and fantasy. They also hold the
> StartupTalky presents Recap'22. This is a series of interviews in which we conduct in-depth discussions with founders & industry leaders to understand their growth in 2022 and their predictions for the future. Food vlogging is a type of vlogging (video blogging) where the vlogger creates and shares
Before we explore the idea of B2B lead generation, let's enquire why B2B leads are crucial for a company. If we had strong connections and marketing know-how, we could dominate the sales market. But. Yes, it is the core of sales, in my opinion, as B2B leads create
> An opinion shared by Mr. Arjun Nijhawan, Director, Nijhawan Group. Finding seed capital, which converts a "two dudes in a living room idea" into something with considerably more promise, is one of the most thrilling occasions for a startup. Here are some of the areas where we
Wiztales is a SaaS startup that helps businesses connect with their teams and audiences to build relationships via virtual events services. The Bengaluru-based SaaS startup is founded by Sumanyu Soniwal. Startuptalky took an initiative to know about their strategy in hiring employees to build a great startup team and how
The conversation is our primary way of expressing our ideas, opinions, goals, and feelings to those we come into contact with. It is also the primary means of beginning and establishing friendships and relationships. Starting a conversation with someone you have never met before can be stressful and difficult unless
With the growing digitalization, a famous crypto trend is moving along. And that's NFTs, Non-Fungible Tokens. NFTs are shining all over the internet. Through this, many creators and investors have made remarkable figures that have literally changed their lives. NFTs began with 69.3 million sales, which broke
Nowadays, we visualize a variety of things, including movies, news, and purchasing products based on advertisements, but our forefathers and mothers grew up listening to the radio, where they could listen from current affairs to sports commentary. Radio broadcasting kept people informed about what was going on in the world
What is your opinion on the Gender Pay Gap in India? Have you experienced it? As the number of women working in every profession shot up, the difference in the wage gap between them and their counterparts became ever so evident. We call it the Gender Pay Gap. It is
> An opinion by Tanya Swetta, Co Founder and CEO - id8 media solutions. 2001 - the year I graduated from college in Mumbai, the education scenario for PR professionals was just emerging, this means that there really weren't many good institutions to choose from to pursue public
Indian Startup Ecosystem is growing hugely with 60,000 startups creating opportunities of employment as well as investment opportunities for investors. StartupTalky got an opportunity to get an opinion of Milan Ganatra, founder of 1SilverBullet as an investor. 1SilverBullet is a fully digitalized, cutting-edge investment and insurance B2B gateway that
Red Bull is an energy drink manufactured by the Austrian firm Red Bull GmbH, founded in 1987. It sells its famous energy drink all around the world. It sold 7.5 billion cans of energy drinks in 2019. To put this into perspective, that's nearly a can for
> An opinion shared by Siddharth Chaturvedi, Founder and MD, Boys and Machines. Buckle up to start your journey in building a business from scratch. The culture of start-ups is very central and flows directly from the founder. A comparatively smaller team set to achieve the same goals and align
Shark Tank is a business reality show owned by ABC and is the no. 1 business reality show in the world. The concept of the game show involves ambitious entrepreneurs presenting their breakthrough business concepts to ruthless investors or “Sharks” to convince them to invest in the concept. The most
> This article is contributed by Mr. Chattanathan Devarajan, Co-founder, Arya.ag Agriculture sector in India continues to be the backbone of rural economy employing almost 50 percent of the country’s population with a contribution of 19.9% on the GDP. There has been an increased focus on the
> This article is contributed by Mr. Harminder Singh Multani, CEO of MyDentalPlan Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. The dental care industry is in an abysmal state! According to the Indian Dental Association, only 2% to 3% of the Indian population visits the dentist on a regular basis, and further adding to
> This article is contributed by Mr. Shiraz Khan, Founder/Director, Spicetree Design Agency. SDA is an integrated digital solutions agency with expertise in developing strategies across web design/development, print designs, digital marketing to brand identity and consultation in products & services. When you start a business and see
> The article is contributed by S Shriram, Former VP Marketing and Sales, Levista Coffee. I stayed home for 150 days straight from March 23, 2020, onwards, when the first one-day lockdown began followed by multiple lockdowns. It was the first time perhaps I stayed at home, ever since I
An influencer is someone who can influence the lives of others or a group of people. An influencer is also capable of changing the world for the better. Influential people have more power to create movement and change than others. According to a survey, 17% of companies spend over half
The most awaited festival is here! HOLI - The celebration of Colors! A festival of Hope, Colors, Happiness, and Vigor - Holi 2021 is here with lots of joy and enthusiasm. Where people are celebrating Holi with loved ones, the Indian startups aren't leaving any stone unturned to
Crimes against women has been a worrying scenario all over the world. As we celebrate the International Women's Day, women's safety and integrity is an agenda on the portfolios of many campaigns. Amongst others, a corporate setting too can be a place for foul play with
Women have been entering many fields and industries that they were absent in the past. They have been breaking through the glass-ceiling for quite some time now, and there are many professions they are taking up and excelling in. In this article, we will take a look at the most
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In this modern era, people tend to use social media to market their products to sell quickly. Social media can be accessed by anyone in the world so that they can identify products that are trending. Besides, they can find whatever they need. Pinterest can be used an effective tool
The COVID-19 pandemic has effectively made everyone's normal life slow. The Indian government had ordered the lockdown in March and asked 1.3 billion residents of the country to stay home. In June 2020, the lockdown has been lifted with few restrictions. The lifestyle of people has changed
Many people buy gadgets like Kindle to read eBooks. But there are even more people who have smartphones and read eBooks on it. eBooks are the most convenient way for people who are too busy to read books. However, nothing can replace books, but knowledge knows no medium. Knowledge can
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With February’s beginning, it is the season of love, the season of romance and season of Valentine’s. From 7th February to the day of love i.e 14th Feb, valentine’s week is a great week for celebration for the lovers. Valentine’s week is also a great
One ought to wonder why someone working at a prestigious company, with an excellent remuneration and an experience worth mentioning, would QUIT all of it for a job at a startup. Well, there often comes a time when a high pay and prestige no longer grant the satisfaction that one
Every year thousands of students graduate without a clue of how to find your perfect job, even though, only a desired job would provide satisfaction. Young students have no idea which path they should pursue to get the job they want and keep making bad decisions about their work-life choices.
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Do you think that you are working more for the price you are being paid? Do you see other people in your work stream getting more money than you? Well, then it might be a time to ask for raise. If you have been a good employee, chances are that
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In order to hire an employee, every company conducts a screening process to test the ability of that person. Interviewers, however, ask a few basic and common interview questions to test the knowledge of the candidate. These questions may be technical or non-technical and seem difficult to answer, but there
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