Sarfraz Khan
I am an entrepreneur, marketer, and mentor with a certification in entrepreneurship from IIT Delhi, one of the most prestigious institutions in India. I have a passion for connecting businesses with their ideal customers, solving real-world problems, and inspiring the next generation of founders.I founded and lead DevoByte, a digital marketing agency that provides a range of services, from SEO a
Smartworks Coworking Spaces to Launch IPO on July 10, Eyes Public Listing Amidst Sector Growth
Smartworks Coworking Spaces' IPO opens July 10, aiming to raise capital for expansion and debt repayment. The managed office solutions provider, focusing on large enterprises, reported ₹1,409.67 crore revenue in FY25. With 8 million sq ft leased across 13 cities, this listing signifies a major step for India's flexible workspace sector amidst growing demand.
NASSCOM Foundation and Tech SMEs Unite to Empower Marginalized Youth in Emerging Technologies
A new Nasscom Foundation CSR initiative, "Ascend," partners with nine tech SMEs to skill 150 marginalized youth in Data Analytics & Java Full Stack across Delhi-NCR, Trivandrum, & Pune. This collaborative model tackles SME CSR challenges, focusing on inclusive growth, soft skills, and placement, aiming for 60% women beneficiaries.
Steady Returns in Volatile Times: RBI Floating Rate Savings Bond Offers 8.05% for Conservative Investors
India's RBI Floating Rate Savings Bond offers conservative investors 8.05% interest (July-Dec 2025), a rate tied to NSC. This government-guaranteed bond provides high safety, semi-annual payouts, and adjusts with rising rates, making it an ideal choice for stable, income-focused returns despite its taxable nature and 7-year lock-in for most.
India's New Employment-Linked Incentive Scheme: Who Gains from the ₹99,446 Crore Job Push?
India's ₹99,446 crore ELI Scheme aims for 3.5 crore jobs by July 2027. It benefits first-time formal employees with a 1-month EPF wage (up to ₹15K) and employers with ₹3K/month per additional hire for 2-4 years. Focus on manufacturing. This formalizes labor, boosts youth employment, and encourages savings.
Rewriting the Cold Chain: Mohammed Sharik Alam’s Disruption Blueprint
From spoiled meat to smart logistics, how one founder is redefining food delivery in India.
Anshu Tiwary’s Mission to Amplify Purpose-Driven Voices
Anshu TiwaryTyagi built Global Speakers Talk to amplify unheard voices. From zero resources to a global platform, GST now supports speakers worldwide through summits and storytelling. Her journey proves: when no one gives you a stage, you build your own.
ARCHFILTER: Where Interior Design Meets Digital Innovation
ARCHFILTER's design philosophy combines ancient Vastu with modern modelling.
Government Partnerships Propel 80% of India's Top Nonprofit Unicorns to Faster Growth: Report
A Change Engine report states 80% of India's top "nonprofit unicorns" achieve large-scale impact via government partnerships. These organizations, reaching 1M+ people, use government for policy, budget, & infra. The study shows partnerships are accessible, proving government collaboration is key for societal change.
Boards Prioritize CEO Succession as Disruption and Complexity Mount: Global Study Reveals
A Korn Ferry study highlights CEO succession as boards' top priority globally, driven by rising disruption. 83% of chairs see it as a strategic imperative, emphasizing high-trust boards, diverse skills (digital, cultural), strong risk management, and tech readiness for future leadership in complex times.
India's Startups Eyeing Over ₹18,000 Crore Through Public Listings in Major D-Street Surge
Indian startups are gearing up for a significant D-Street push, aiming to raise over ₹18,000 crore via IPOs. This surge includes major players like Pine Labs, Shadowfax, Urban Company, Shiprocket, and Wakefit. Driven by scaling and a new focus on profitability, these listings reflect growing confidence in public markets and mark a maturing phase for India's startup ecosystem.
Leadership Boost for Pine Labs: Payments Giant Set to Appoint Avendus' Sameer Kamath as New CFO
Pine Labs, the fintech giant preparing for an IPO, is set to appoint Sameer Kamath, Avendus Capital's Group CFO, as its new CFO. This strategic hire strengthens its leadership ahead of the anticipated ₹2,600 crore public listing, aiming for a $4.5-5 billion valuation. Kamath's vast experience is crucial for this pre-IPO phase.
Bridging the Gap: DoT Secretary Neeraj Mittal Calls for More Telecom Unicorns in India
DoT Secretary Neeraj Mittal calls for more telecom unicorns in India, backed by the new ₹1 lakh crore RDI scheme. He highlights India's vast digital user base and government support through initiatives like TTDF and "Samarth" incubation. This push aims to foster innovation, reduce import reliance, and position India as a global telecom leader.
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