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Kashika Malhotra is the founder and CEO of Yoginii, a platform created to simplify how women discover trusted health and wellness solutions. In this interview, she shares the inspiration behind building a curated wellness marketplace, the importance of women-led innovation in the wellness industry, and how Yoginii aims to build
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NUOS Home Automation is an Indian deep-tech company working in home automation and wireless building management systems. In this interview with StartupTalky, co-founder Geetica Srivastava shares how she built credibility in a male-dominated infrastructure sector, scaled NUOS to handle metro-scale projects, and developed Made-in-India smart automation technology focused on reliability,
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Rhea Poddar Loyalka, founder of Deshya, is part of a new generation of women entrepreneurs redefining India’s luxury jewellery space by blending heritage craftsmanship with contemporary design. Drawing from her family’s gemstone carving legacy and her global education in gemology, she created Deshya to transform intricate gemstone artistry
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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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Kalashree Anand’s journey is a powerful story of redefining success on her own terms. After nearly a decade in the corporate world, motherhood became the turning point that led her to step away from a thriving career and pursue her deeper calling in coaching and healing. In this conversation
Ekatra Retail Ventures, co-founded by Pavitra Gandhi, Sunny Sakaria, Sussanne Khan, Vasuki Punj, and Chirayu Yardi, proudly announces its debut in the world of lab-grown diamond jewellery with Shristi Ratna, a diamond crafted with 108 facets, symbolizing a cosmic journey. Spearheaded by a strong female vision, the launch signals the
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Bollywood’s leading ladies are proving they are more than just entertainers. In 2026, many are transforming stardom into business empires, swapping the silver screen for the boardroom. These women are not merely endorsing products; they are creating brands, disrupting industries, and inspiring a new generation of female entrepreneurs. Their
Actor and wellness advocate Samantha Ruth Prabhu has launched Mile Collective, a contemporary activewear and lifestyle brand, alongside co-founders Harshita Motaparthi and Pravishta Nadella. The label focuses on comfort-first clothing designed for everyday wear, extending beyond traditional workout apparel. Built on the idea that clothing should feel good on the
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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 Susmita Chakravarty, Founder of Eastern Staple, who reflects on
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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 Kamal Gulati, Founder of GK Studio, a women-focused salon
According to The Economic Times, Taiwanese contract manufacturer Hon Hai Precision Industry (Foxconn) employed about 30,000 people at its new iPhone assembly facility in Bengaluru in just eight to nine months, making it one of the fastest factory ramp-ups ever witnessed in India. The Devanahalli facility, which employs predominantly
With over 10 lakh happy customers and delivery across 15,000+ pincodes in India as well as 20+ countries, 9shines Label has grown into one of the nation’s most trusted comfortwear brands. Known for turning everyday nighties into stylish, feel-good essentials, the brand blends breathable fabrics, trend-led designs, and
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This article has been contributed by Ms. Upasana Sharma, Executive Director, TiE Delhi-NCR If you spent enough time around founder events in 2025, especially the casual ones in coworking spaces where people talked more freely, you would have sensed something shifting. It wasn’t loud, and it wasn’t packaged
Zoho’s Sridhar Vembu sparked a debate after advising young entrepreneurs to marry and have children in their 20s. Namita Thapar reacted strongly, urging business leaders to focus on real issues like women’s health, workforce participation, and the challenges women face in the startup ecosystem.
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This article has been contributed by Neha Juneja, Co - Founder, IndiaP2P & EquiRize Women-led micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are central to livelihoods and local economies across India. Yet while policy attention has intensified, many women entrepreneurs still operate at the smallest end of the enterprise spectrum, the
Fery Rides, India’s first women-led mobility platform designed for women, has raised INR 2.075 crore in a seed funding round led by IAN Angel Fund, part of IAN Group. The round saw participation from Hari Balasubramanian, Uday Chatterjee, and Sri Prakash. The investment will support the company in
10 years of rejection transformed Ragini Das's life story; 6 years at Zomato, she founded her own company, and helped women...
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On the ninth day of Navaratri, we celebrate Siddhidatri, the final form of the goddess Mahadevi. Her name holds the magic of her powers: “Siddhi” means extraordinary abilities, and “Dhatri” means one who gives. She is believed to grant all divine aspirations and make dreams come true. Inspired by Siddhidatri’
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In our eighth story, we're talking about Mahagauri, who's an important figure in Hinduism. She's known for her special ability to make her followers' wishes come true, and she represents calmness and happiness. Just like Mahagauri's peaceful nature, we've
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In our seventh story, we're talking about Kaalratri, a powerful form of the mother goddess. She's known for her strength in chasing away demons, evil spirits, and bad vibes. We've had the privilege of interacting with some amazing women entrepreneurs, who, like Kaalratri, have
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In our sixth story, we look at Katyayani, the fearless warrior goddess who defeated Mahishasura. As the sixth of the Navadurgas celebrated during Navratri, she symbolises courage, determination, and resilience. Much like Katyayani, women entrepreneurs often face tough challenges and moments of uncertainty. Yet, it’s their resilience and determination
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This article has been contributed by Dr Malini Saba, founder of the Saba Group and Saba Family Foundation Navratri isn’t just a festival we wait for because of the music, lights, colours and devotion; it’s messy, alive and joyful in its unpredictability, and it carries something deeper. Those
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For our fifth Navratri story, we turn to Skandamata, the goddess known for her nurturing and supportive nature. Much like her, women entrepreneurs play a similar role in guiding and uplifting their teams. Inspired by this, we asked some incredible founders how they build strong relationships at work and how
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We’ve reached the fourth day of Navratri, where the spotlight shines on Goddess Kushmanda. Her name itself tells a story: “Ku” means a little, “Ushma” is warmth and energy, and “Anda” stands for the cosmic egg, the very beginning of creation. Goddess Kushmanda is believed to bless her devotees