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
Paytm Shares Tumble 10% After Finance Ministry Rejects UPI MDR Reintroduction
Paytm shares plunged 10% after the Finance Ministry dismissed speculation about reintroducing MDR on UPI transactions. Hopes for a new revenue stream were dashed, highlighting fintech's sensitivity to policy. Despite the setback, UPI continues its record growth, with the government committed to free services amidst sustainability questions.
Streaming Giants Tighten Belts: New Strategies Emerge to Curb Soaring Content Costs
Indian OTT platforms are recalibrating, adopting cost-cutting strategies like benchmarking, data-driven decisions, and co-productions. Facing profitability pressures and subscriber churn, they're now prioritizing quality and regional content over sheer volume. This strategic shift aims for sustainable growth and optimized investments in the competitive streaming market.
India's Experienced Founders: Seed Funding Soars by 243% for Former Startup Execs in 2024
Former Indian startup execs secured $101M in seed funding in 2024, up 243% YoY. Their deep experience from scaling ventures boosts investor confidence, signaling a maturing ecosystem where seasoned 'operator-founders' are driving new, resilient startups. A significant trend for India's tech future.
Beyond the Echo Chamber: Why India's AI Journey Needs Original Thought, Not Just Replicas
India's AI future hinges on imagination, not just imitating global models like ChatGPT. Experts urge focusing on unique Indian challenges, developing foundational AI models that understand human actions for robotics, and driving research-led product design for reliable AI agents. Leveraging India's vast talent for data creation and aiming for the next AI paradigm shift, beyond current deep learnin
From Trials to Triumph: How Dr. Devesh Kumar Is Transforming Global Clinical Research with Innovate
Dr. Devesh Kumar, with 18+ years of clinical research experience, founded Innovate Research to streamline trials, bridge strategic gaps, and expand globally, transforming healthcare with innovation and impact.
PowerUp Money Secures $7.1 Million Seed Funding to Revolutionize Indian Wealth Advisory
Wealthtech startup PowerUp Money secured $7.1M in seed funding from Accel, Blume Ventures, and Kae Capital. The Bengaluru-based company, founded by Prateek Jindal (ex-Uni Cards), aims to simplify financial planning and investment advisory for Indian retail investors. Funds will accelerate product development, enhance its intelligence engine, and scale advisory services, targeting 10M users in thre
Kaabil: Empowering Every Indian Classroom with AI That Listens, Learns, and Lifts
Kaabil is transforming Indian classrooms with AI-powered teaching assistants—bridging gaps, freeing teachers, and making personalized learning accessible to every student, everywhere.
Pine Labs Gears Up for Rs 5,000-6,000 Crore IPO, Files DRHP by June-End
Fintech giant Pine Labs is set to file its DRHP by June-end for a Rs 5,000-6,000 crore ($600-720M) IPO. Having recently re-domiciled to India, the move underscores the growing maturity of India's startup ecosystem and public markets. The IPO could value the company at $4-5 billion.
From Hometown Hopes to Harvard Dreams: Rahul Paul’s Education Revolution
From NIT Agartala to the Ivy League, Rahul Paul’s journey is proof that one man’s passion can reshape thousands of futures. His venture, LEARN WITH ER, is making international education a reachable dream.
To boost MSME exports, the government is looking into a scheme to cover product registration fees in new international markets, stated Goyal.
India's govt is considering a new scheme to fully fund product registration costs for MSME exporters entering new global markets. Union Minister Piyush Goyal announced this move, aiming to remove a major barrier for small businesses and startups to boost exports. This initiative is part of a broader Export Promotion Mission.
How a Young Mother with No Business Background Built a Thriving Talent & Gifting Empire from Her Living Room
Adv. Pooja Mishra turned early marriage and motherhood into fuel for a powerful career comeback—founding a dual-vertical business that empowers talent and uplifts women.
Following China's curbs on rare earth metals, India is now searching for other magnet supplies
India is urgently seeking alternative rare earth magnet sources after China's export curbs. This impacts India's EV and electronics sectors, highlighting over-reliance on China. The government is pushing for domestic mining, processing, and diversified international partnerships to build self-reliance in critical minerals.
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