Shark Tank India-Famed ScrapUncle Bags ₹22 Cr Pre-Series A Funding
ScrapUncle, a Delhi based startup that also appeared on Shark Tank India Season 2 has raised ₹3.2 crore during its seed funding round from multiple investors. They secured an investment of ₹60 lakh for 5% equity from Amit Jain during their appearance on Shark Tank India. According to the company, the newly raised capital will […]
From Earth to Essence: How The Vrindavan Project Redefined Architecture as a Way of Life
In an industry often driven by speed, scale, and spectacle, The Vrindavan Project stands apart, quietly rooted in philosophy, material honesty, and a deeply human approach to design. Founded by architect Ranjeet Mukherjee, the studio is less a conventional firm and more an evolving journey, one shaped by craft, spirituality, resistance, and resilience. Where most […]
From Law to Leadership: Denise Gardner on Building Strategic, Scalable, Trust-Driven Legal Systems at Licious
In India’s fast-evolving startup landscape, the legal function has undergone a quiet but decisive transformation. No longer limited to compliance checklists or last-minute approvals, legal leaders today are expected to operate as strategic partners, enablers of growth, architects of trust, and custodians of long-term value. Few exemplify this shift as clearly as Denise Gardner, Senior […]
Bengaluru Deep-Tech Startup AquaAirX Raises ₹12.5 Cr to Build Amphibious Defence Drones
Deep-tech startup AquaAirX has raised Rs 12.5 crore in a seed funding round led by Rainmatter, the investment arm of Zerodha, founded by Nithin Kamath. AquaAirX said the funding will be used to strengthen its core technology, particularly improving system autonomy, the reliability of air-to-water transitions, and its sensing and communication capabilities. The company also […]
Global Researchers Convene at IIT Madras to Chart India’s Path to Climate-Resilient Urbanism
In a major step toward addressing India’s pressing urban climate challenges, the University of Toronto India Foundation (UTIF), in partnership with IIT Madras’ School of Sustainability and the University of Toronto’s School of Cities, officially inaugurated the Cities of Care Conference at the IIT Madras Research Park. The two-day summit brought together over 90 global […]
From Courtrooms to Boardrooms: Devendra Joshi on Judgment, Governance, and Building Legal with Purpose
Some legal leaders are shaped by statutes and precedents. Others are shaped by life itself, by courtrooms, crises, institutions, and the quiet discipline of doing the right thing when no one is watching. Devendra Joshi, General Counsel (Vice-President) at Crystal Crop Protection Limited, belongs firmly to the latter category. With over fifteen years of experience […]
Steering Strategy with Integrity: How Vinay Bhagawan Shapes Legal, Compliance & Governance at Daimler India Commercial Vehicles
In an industry defined by complexity, high-stakes decisions, and fast-evolving technological shifts, some leaders stand out not just for their expertise but for the clarity and composure they bring to the table. At Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV), that voice of steady judgment is Vinay Bhagawan, Head – Legal, Compliance & CSR, a professional whose […]
How NYAI Is Using Explainable AI to Simplify India’s Complex Legal Landscape
Introduction India’s legal ecosystem is among the most complex in the world spanning courts, tribunals, regulators, ministries, and layers of central, state, and municipal laws. NYAI, a legal and compliance AI startup, is attempting to tackle this complexity head-on by building systems that prioritise accuracy and depth of Indian laws. In an interview with the […]
Masters of Mane: Top 100 Celebrity Hairstylists Transforming Indian Glamour
Behind every unforgettable red-carpet moment, iconic film look, and trendsetting celebrity transformation stands a creative force who works quietly behind the scenes. Masters of Mane: Top 100 Celebrity Hairstylists Transforming Indian Glamour celebrates the visionaries who sculpt style, define beauty narratives, and elevate star presence through their artistry. From crafting signature looks for global events […]
Union Budget 2026: What India’s Founders and VCs Are Asking For as Startup India Turns 10
As India prepares for the Union Budget 2026, to be presented by Nirmala Sitharaman on 1 February, the moment carries more than routine fiscal significance. This year marks a decade of Startup India—a programme that has helped propel India into the ranks of the world’s largest startup ecosystems, with over 2 lakh startups and more […]
