Indian startups
Vitricion by Vatsal Dixit: From Tablets to Strips, How an Indian Start up Is Changing Health Supplements Forever
How Vatsal Dixit’s startup is replacing pills with fast-acting dissolvable strips
From Vadodara to the World: The Rise of Nikitaa Purohit
How a small-town visionary is rewriting India’s event management playbook
Lenskart Founder Peyush Bansal Poised to Increase Stake Ahead of Mega IPO
Lenskart's founder, Peyush Bansal, plans to increase his stake pre-IPO, a trend among Indian tech founders. This move, ahead of a potential $8-10 billion IPO, aims to solidify ownership after past dilution and follows Lenskart's strong FY24 performance, showcasing improved profitability and sales growth.
Indian Startups Show Cautious Optimism: 80,000 New Tech Jobs Expected in FY26
Indian startups, emerging from a "funding winter," expect to add 80,000 new tech jobs in FY26, bringing the total tech workforce to 6.7 lakh. This cautious optimism focuses on leaner, skill-based teams, prioritizing experienced professionals in quick commerce, fintech, and e-retail. Tier-2/3 cities are also driving growth, while AI impacts entry-level roles.
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.
From Follower Count to Founder's Fathoms: India's Influencers Charting a New Course in the Startup Ocean
India's top influencers are pivoting to entrepreneurship, launching D2C brands by leveraging their massive reach and audience trust. This "creatorpreneur" trend is reshaping the startup ecosystem, offering unique marketing advantages and attracting investor interest, despite operational challenges. It marks a new era where digital fame fuels tangible business success.
Indian Startups Pivot Away from Chinese Investors: A Strategic Rebalancing
Indian startups like Paytm and MakeMyTrip are actively reducing or divesting stakes held by Chinese investors amidst geopolitical tensions and increased regulatory scrutiny. This strategic rebalancing aims for greater autonomy, national identity, and a diversified investor base, signaling a maturing Indian startup ecosystem focused on self-reliance.
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
Breaking Barriers with Law: How Dr. Soumi Chatterjee is Turning Legal Education into a Movement Through Vidhi Vaarta
Dr. Soumi Chatterjee is transforming legal education in India through Vidhi Vaarta, a platform turning complex laws into meaningful conversations. With global conferences, internships, and legal talks, she’s making the law accessible, empowering students and citizens alike. Law is no longer a command—it’s a conversation.
From Passion to Purpose: How Mahua Gorthi is Redefining HR for India’s SME Sector
Mahua Gorthi, founder of Ladderstep, transforms HR for SMEs by bridging organizational gaps with strategy-driven consulting. Her mission-driven firm empowers mid-sized businesses through HR innovation, leadership training, and scalable systems.