Red Flags That Signal a Bad Startup Idea
Not every idea is worth turning into a business. While enthusiasm often blinds aspiring entrepreneurs, certain warning signs clearly indicate when a startup idea lacks the strength to succeed. Recognizing…
Farmley Secures $40M in Series C; Everything You Need to Know
Noida-based snacking brand Farmley has raised $40 million in its Series C funding round, signaling its ambitious plans to dominate India’s growing healthy snacking and dry fruits market. The round…
The Rise of Angel Syndicates in Bharat
India’s startup ecosystem has evolved rapidly over the past decade. From solo angel investors to sophisticated venture capital firms, the funding landscape now includes a new force—angel syndicates. These organized…
Harsh Jain: Dream11 and the Indian Gaming Industry
Harsh Jain, the co-founder and CEO of Dream11, transformed India’s perception of gaming. He didn’t just build a fantasy sports platform—he created a movement. While the global gaming industry surged…
BharatPe and Ashneer Grover: Drama, Resignations & Audits
BharatPe began as a fintech disruptor and quickly grew into one of India’s most talked-about startups. Founded in 2018, the company offered merchants a unique QR code-based payment system that…
The Thrasio Model: Boom, Bust, or Bubble?
The e-commerce landscape underwent a dramatic transformation with the rise of the Thrasio model, a business strategy that involves acquiring successful third-party brands, especially those operating on Amazon, and scaling…
Vijay Shekhar Sharma: India’s Fintech Maverick
Vijay Shekhar Sharma stands as one of the most influential figures in India’s digital revolution. As the founder and CEO of Paytm, he not only disrupted traditional banking but also…
Quibi: $2 Billion and a 6-Month Shutdown
In the fast-paced world of streaming media, very few stories rival the spectacular rise and fall of Quibi. The mobile-only video platform, backed by industry legends and billions in funding,…
Vanguard Slashes Ola’s Valuation to Nearly One-Fourth of Its Peak
Vanguard, a US-based asset management giant, has valued ANI Technologies, the parent firm of Indian ride-hailing platform Ola, at a modest range of $1.4 billion to $1.5 billion. This figure…
Government Expands Credit Guarantee Scheme for Startups
In a major move to enhance credit access for Indian startups, the government expanded the Credit Guarantee Scheme for Startups (CGSS) on Friday. The Department for Promotion of Industry and…