Real stories of Indian startups. Growth and Grit
In-depth features and interviews with startup founders.
When Arattai first appeared on the scene, it felt like India had finally found a homegrown challenger to WhatsApp. Backed by Zoho Corporation, the app quickly grabbed attention with a surge of downloads, strong patriotic sentiment, and a narrative around data security and “Made in India” pride. But just as fast as Arattai rose, it…
Meesho, one of India’s fastest-growing e-commerce unicorns, has officially entered the final stretch of its journey to the public markets. With SEBI granting the company its much-awaited approval, Meesho is now poised to launch a ₹6,600-crore (approximately $800 million) Initial Public Offering — a significant milestone not just for the company but for the entire…
boAt Lifestyle’s story is one of grit, timing, and sheer entrepreneurial fire — a story that begins in small rented offices and now races toward one of India’s most anticipated stock market debuts. If there’s one brand that truly captures how a startup can become a cultural phenomenon, boAt is it. And at the heart…
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Healthcare startups in India are experiencing a remarkable boom driven by technological innovation, increasing healthcare awareness, and unmet medical needs for the country’s vast population. The market size is expanding rapidly, attracting significant investments and spawning numerous successful players. This detailed article covers the scale of opportunity, current leaders, and the future potential for new…
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The Indian Institutes of Technology — collectively “the IITs” — have long been synonymous with elite technical talent. Over the last two decades that reputation has matured into something more catalytic: the IIT Effect in Indian Startup Ecosystem. This effect is not just about the number of startups founded by IIT graduates. It is…
From Idea to Impact: The Startup Secret of Achieving Product-Market Fit “Finding a product that resonates with the market is like tuning a musical instrument — when it’s right, everything sounds harmonious.” In the world of startups, countless entrepreneurs pour their hearts and savings into building products they believe in. Yet, many face a fundamental…
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Sachin and Binny Bansal may not be related by blood, but their story is forever bound by grit, risks, and a relentless belief in transforming India’s shopping landscape. Back in 2007, two fresh IIT Delhi graduates sat cramped in a Bengaluru apartment, armed with borrowed books, a few thousand rupees, and one shared purpose: to…
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Imagine launching a fashion brand with no website, no Instagram, and almost no capital. Only WhatsApp. Yet, within a year, the brand is worth crores and adored by a new wave of eco-conscious customers. This is not just a fairy tale; it’s the real story of India’s WhatsApp-only sustainable fashion success—where simplicity, trust, and planet-first…
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In 2021, a revolution quietly began in a Mumbai apartment. Aadit Palicha and Kaivalya Vohra—two ambitious Stanford dropouts—looked at India’s grocery delivery struggle and decided it was time for something radically faster. They started with ₹5,000, a WhatsApp group, and a belief: what if you could get groceries delivered in just 10 minutes? This question…
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On a rainy evening in Sonipat, Haryana, Rohit Mehra sat alone in his one-bedroom apartment, staring at a handwritten rejection letter from an angel investor. “You lack pedigree,” it read coldly. For most, this would have been the end. For Rohit—a high-school teacher who taught himself coding using borrowed library books—it was just the beginning…
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Simple Energy, a burgeoning player in the Indian electric vehicle (EV) market, is making headlines with its ambitious plans to launch an initial public offering (IPO). This move underscores the growing momentum in India’s EV sector and reflects confidence among investors in the potential of electric mobility solutions. Company Overview and Market Position Founded in…
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In a significant acknowledgment of his contributions to the fintech sector, Lalit Keshre, co-founder and CEO of Groww, has been named to TIME magazine’s 2025 list of the World’s Most Influential Rising Stars. This recognition highlights Keshre’s role in transforming how Indians manage their investments and savings. Impact of Groww on the Indian Fintech Landscape…
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