Zomato, Blinkit See Record NYE Orders Despite Strike
Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal reveals record New Year's Eve orders for Zomato and Blinkit, sparking a fierce social media debate on gig worker pay with comedian Kunal Kamra. Read the full story.
Category : Startups
Jaipur's DigiiFest 2026 Aims to Boost Rajasthan Startups
Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma announces the 'Rajasthan DigiiFest TIE Global Summit 2026' in Jaipur from Jan 4-6. The event will provide funding, mentorship, and feature an AI Impact Conference. Read more about this major push for IT and startups.
Deepinder Goyal on Gig Worker Insurance, Attrition & Pay
Zomato's Deepinder Goyal addresses gig worker concerns on insurance, attrition, and 10-minute delivery. Get the full details on his response to the New Year's Eve strike.
Quick Commerce's 2026 Challenge: Profitability vs. Growth
India's quick commerce sector, led by Blinkit, Instamart & Zepto, faces a tougher 2026 despite explosive growth. Giants Amazon & Flipkart enter, forcing focus on unit economics & profitability. Read more.
Home Chef Apps Hit with Delhi-NCR Youth, See 500 NYE Orders
Discover why Delhi-NCR's youth are ditching restaurants for app-booked home chefs. From stress-free hosting to multi-cuisine feasts, explore this booming trend that saw 500 orders on New Year's Eve alone.
Himachal MSME Fest 2026 Starts Jan 3 with Startup Awards
Himachal Pradesh launches the 3-day MSME Fest 2026 in Shimla on Jan 3, featuring Startup Awards and a cultural evening to drive entrepreneurship and industrial growth in the state. Read more.
Bharat Taxi Launch by Jan-End After 5,500 Daily Rides Pilot
Bharat Taxi is gearing up for its official launch by the end of January 2026 after a successful pilot phase, recording an impressive 5,500 rides daily. Read more about this new mobility service.
Ex-Tempo Driver from Kanpur to Launch Shankh Air in 2026
Shravan Kumar Vishwakarma's journey from Kanpur's streets to launching Shankh Air is a testament to Indian grit. Read his inspiring startup story of ambition and aviation.
Ritesh Agarwal on Shark Tank India & His Unusual First Funding
Shark Tank India returns with Ritesh Agarwal. The OYO CEO reveals shocking investor advice to his father during his first fundraising at age 17. Read his entrepreneurial journey.
Zomato, Blinkit Services Unaffected by Strike Calls on Dec 31
Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal confirms delivery services will run smoothly on New Year's Eve despite strike rumors. Get the full details on operational assurances.
Alexandr Wang: AI Billionaire Dropout Story Explained
Scale AI founder Alexandr Wang's rise as a young billionaire reignites the debate on college degrees. We examine the common patterns behind successful dropouts like Gates and Zuckerberg.
Ola Electric Hits 1.5 Lakh Sales in Dec, Shows Turnaround
Ola Electric's December 2025 sales surge to 150,000 units, marking a strong business turnaround and a 50% jump from November. Read the full analysis of its recovery path.
Mirae Asset India Names Puneet Kumar as Venture Capital CEO
Mirae Asset Venture Investments (India) appoints ex-SteadView MD Puneet Kumar as CEO to sharpen strategy and capitalize on India's booming IPO and liquidity wave. Read more.
Viral Post Highlights Lack of Women at Startup Events
Delhi content strategist Divyanshi Dhouni's Instagram post about counting women on fingers at a startup event ignites a crucial conversation on inclusion and active effort needed in India's entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Ritesh Agarwal's investors asked father: Don't send him to college
OYO founder Ritesh Agarwal reveals investors demanded his father commit to not sending him to college for his first funding. He shares his evolved investment strategy for Shark Tank India Season 5.
Vibrant Start-up Synergy 2026 in Vadodara on Jan 3
Baroda Management Association & Lions Club host Vibrant Start-up Synergy 2026 in Vadodara on Jan 3. The conclave aims to boost Gujarat's start-up ecosystem with top ministers & experts. Read more.
Rajasthan announces Rs 100 crore startup fund ahead of Jaipur summit
Rajasthan govt unveils Rs 100 crore fund of funds for startups, details announced at TiE Global Summit & DigiFest preview in Jaipur from Jan 4. Key ministers to attend.
India Jumps to 3rd Spot in Global AI Vibrancy Index
India leaps to 3rd place in the global AI race, powered by Karnataka's ambitious Rs 518 crore startup policy targeting 25,000 new ventures by 2030. Discover how.
Oyo Parent Prism Files Draft IPO Papers with SEBI
Oyo's parent company Prism files for a Rs 6,650 crore IPO via the confidential route, targeting a $7-8 billion valuation. This marks its third attempt to go public. Read more.
Raghav Chadha mediates gig worker strike, demands dignity
AAP MP Raghav Chadha offers to mediate between companies and gig workers ahead of Dec 31 strike. He demands dignity, fair pay, and social security for delivery personnel.
Delivery Workers Strike, Demand Ban on 10-Minute Deliveries
Delivery workers for Swiggy, Zomato, Blinkit, and Zepto are striking on New Year's Eve, demanding fair pay, safety, and a ban on 10-minute delivery models. Read about their demands and the government's role.
InMobi in talks to raise $100-150 mn pre-IPO funding
Adtech giant InMobi is in early discussions to secure $100-150 million in a pre-IPO round to realign its cap table and set valuation benchmarks for its planned FY27 public listing. Read the full story.
OpenAI's $1.5M Per Employee Pay Sets New Record
OpenAI is paying an average of $1.5 million in stock compensation per employee, the highest in tech startup history, to retain top AI talent in a fierce race against rivals like Meta.
42 Tech IPOs in 2025 Yield ₹1.7 Lakh Crore for Investors
A record 42 Indian tech companies went public in 2025, generating massive wealth exits for early backers. Discover the key sectors and the staggering ₹1.7 lakh crore unlocked.
Bihar Chief Secretary Holds Talks with Startup Founders
Bihar's Chief Secretary Pratyaya Amrit met founders of four state-based startups to discuss challenges and solutions for boosting entrepreneurship. Read about the key discussions and future plans.
InnovHer's 2-Year Impact on Women-Led Startups from Jaipur
InnovHer completes 24 months of fostering institutional-grade venture outcomes for women entrepreneurs in Jaipur. Discover their journey and success stories.
V-Green & RoadGrid India Partner for Massive EV Charging Expansion
V-Green and RoadGrid India announce a strategic alliance to build a nationwide network of over 10,000 fast EV charging stations, accelerating India's electric mobility transition. Discover the plan.
730 Indian Startups Failed in 2025: Major Shutdowns
2025 saw 730 Indian startups shut down, including big names like Dunzo and BluSmart. Explore the reasons behind the failures and what it means for the ecosystem. Read the full analysis.
Blinkit CFO Vipin Kapooria Resigns, Returns to Flipkart
Blinkit CFO Vipin Kapooria resigns after a year, rejoining Flipkart in a senior finance role. This move comes as Flipkart's quick commerce arm, Flipkart Minutes, intensifies competition.
Limelight Diamonds Raises INR 250 Cr, Plans Major Expansion
India's top lab-grown diamond brand, Limelight, secures INR 250 crore funding to achieve full vertical integration, boosting domestic manufacturing and global reach. Discover their ambitious growth plan.
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