Startups
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Startup IPO frenzy: Why most unicorns don't measure up to market realities
What begins as a bold leap into public markets quickly turns into a tough challenge for unicorns to sustain their valuations beyond the hype. So, what goes wrong?
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From Zepto to Razorpay and more: Do Indian startups have what it takes to become global tech giants?
New-age tech giants such as Urban Company, Zepto, Swiggy, and others are thriving not by replicating global models but by reimagining them to suit India's needs, driven by innovation rooted in local realities
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From F77 to Tesseract: Ultraviolette expands its EV lineup
Ultraviolette Automotive is seeking to disrupt India's electric scooter market with the Tesseract
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Is quick commerce Yulu Bikes' fast lane to growth?
The rise of quick commerce is a big opportunity for Yulu Bikes, which makes most of its revenue from workers in hyperlocal delivery
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Gone Public - Ixigo's journey to IPO with cofounder and group CEO Aloke Bajpai
In this episode of Gone Public, a podcast taking you behind the scenes of an IPO, Aloke Bajpai, the cofounder and managing director of Ixigo, discusses the strategic decisions, hurdles, and pivotal moments they experienced. Hosted by investment banker Mangesh Ghogre, this podcast aims to uncover the untold stories behind the IPO process and offers valuable insights for everyone—whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, or just curious about the world of public listings. The views expressed are those of the author's and not the publication's.
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You either adapt or perish: Deepinder Goyal
Over the last decade, Zomato has been rebranded Eternal and its businesses have consolidated under four core pillars
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Not fair to say Indian entrepreneurs are copycats: K Ganesh
Serial entrepreneur K Ganesh discusses his latest book, why the longevity of companies is reducing, and how markets have become more circumspect with new-age business IPOs
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It is tough to make money in quick commerce, but impossible to make too much money: Hari Menon
The co-founder and CEO of BigBasket, on playing the game carefully, why profitability is tough in the business, managing valuations, and more
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Can quick commerce sustain its fast and furious growth?
QComm has tapped into a consumer need no one knew existed. Can it deliver the goods over the long term?
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Sector-specific funds: The right fit for early-stage founders
Besides just monetary value, funding partners at the early stages nurture startups with their mentorship, industry connections and experience within a sector
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How Statiq is building charging infrastructure for India's EV growth
Two friends capitalised on the growing demand for electric vehicles in India by providing scalable hardware and software solutions for the much-needed charging infrastructure