Think “startups” and what pops into mind is probably “artificial intelligence”, “hyperlocal”, or “internet of things”. However, many social sector startups too have carved a niche for themselves and putting in effort to bring a change in the lives of vast populations socially across India. While social enterprises have always not been the poster boys…
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Fast & Furious: Startup Action Plan throws startups into gear
The government’s ambitious ‘Start-up Action Plan’ has managed to push a lot of start-ups into planning and action to shape up their respective businesses. Simplification of the start-up process Clarity on definition: Companies with a technological drive and a passion for innovation and product development and a turnover lesser than Rs 25 crore come under…
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#WorldThinkingDay – Good thoughts of the Government for Startups!
Startup India has been one of the core initiatives of the central government. While demonetization has been tough on many small business entities including startups, there have been a host of good steps taken to facilitate the startup ecosystem in India. Today is World Thinking Day and here are some thoughts on what the Government…
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Success and failures of startups in 2016
When the going gets tough, the tough gets going. For startups in India, 2016 has not been an easy year. Raising funds was not easy with investors looking for a roadmap towards profitability. And startups realized it is time to perform or perish. While many start-ups witnessed a lot of layoffs and shutdowns in the…
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The Year Ahead for Startups
The year 2016 was bitter sweet for the Indian startup space. Startups valuations witnessed a drop and average funding declined to nearly half as witnessed a year earlier. On the positive side, even amid the decline in valuations and funding, the number of deals in the startup ecosystem remained high. There were an estimated 1,030…
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Do you need to hire a Growth Hacker?
Re-set your Growth Your product is tested and launched, but not able to make a safe landing on the growth trajectory? Dial G-R-O-W-T-H H-A-C-K-E-R. Growth is the Holy Grail, every company, big or small, desires! But, do you need to appoint a growth hacker who will be able to catapult your business to number one…
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