Beyond Capital: Karan Gupta on Founder Mindset, Governance, and Building Enduring Businesses

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India’s startup ecosystem is maturing rapidly, shaped as much by market cycles and regulatory shifts as by the quality of founders building through uncertainty. In a candid conversation with Indian Startup Times, Karan Gupta, Principal at Auxano Capital, shared his perspective on what truly defines long-term venture success—drawing from his unique experience as both a […]

From Numbers to Stewardship: PK Sambamoorthy on Finance Leadership, Governance, and Building Investor-Ready Startups

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In an era where capital is cautious and governance has become central to valuation, finance leadership is undergoing a fundamental transformation. No longer limited to accounting and compliance, today’s finance leaders are expected to be strategic partners, custodians of capital, and enablers of long-term trust. In this insightful conversation, PK Sambamoorthy—Startup Advisor and Mentor, Angel […]

Inside the Mind of a VC: Addison Appu on Investing with Conviction, AI’s Reality, and Building Scalable Startups

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In a rapidly evolving venture capital landscape, clarity of thought and disciplined investing have become more critical than ever. In an exclusive conversation with Indian Startup Times, Addison Appu, Managing Partner at ThinKuvate, shared deep insights into his investment philosophy, the realities of artificial intelligence, and what truly differentiates successful startups from the rest. With […]

Sydney to Silicon: Sandesh Sharda’s Global Rise to IdeaBaaz Judge

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In a recent engaging conversation with Indian Startup Times Angel Investor Sandesh Sharda whose remarkable journey began at Sydenham College in Bombay, where he earned a BCom before pursuing an MBA in the UK. An opportunity took him to the USA, where he worked for major corporations including Oracle Corporation. His innate Marwadi entrepreneurial spirit […]

Ola Electric Secures ₹366.78 Crore PLI Incentive Amid Market Share and Revenue Headwinds

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Ola Electric Mobility Limited has received a significant regulatory boost after the Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) sanctioned incentives worth ₹366.78 crore for the company. The incentive is part of the government’s flagship Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Automobile and Auto Components for the financial year ended March 2025 (FY25). In a regulatory filing […]

Zepto Board Approves ₹11,000 Crore Raise Ahead of Landmark Confidential IPO Filing

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Zepto, India’s fastest-growing quick commerce unicorn, has taken a definitive leap toward its public market debut. The company’s board has officially approved a plan to raise up to ₹11,000 crore (~$1.3 billion) through a combination of a fresh equity issue and an Offer for Sale (OFS) by existing shareholders, according to recent regulatory filings. The […]

100 Digital Agency Search Leaders Reshaping Search in India

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Introduction Search in India has evolved beyond rankings to focus on relevance, intelligence, and measurable business impact. As AI-driven discovery accelerates and user behaviour shifts across platforms, SEO within digital agencies has transformed into a strategic growth function—integrating content, technology, performance, and AI-led visibility. “100 Digital Agency Search Leaders Reshaping Search in India” spotlights professionals […]

Intent Over Information: The New Rules of Crisis Communication for the Next Decade

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In a newly released industry perspective titled “When Facts Aren’t Enough: The New Rules of Crisis Communication,” veteran communications leader Amrit Anand argues that the next decade will witness a fundamental shift in how corporate crises are managed and judged.  ‘The core premise of the perspective highlights that in the coming years, organizations will no […]