Page 28 - Startups

Indian VC industry grows by 55% in 2019; Rs 72,0000 crore invested

The report was prepared by Bain & Company in partnership with Indian Private Equity & Venture Capital Association (IVCA)

UP govt drafting 'Startup Policy 2020', eyeing top 3 domestic ranking

Plans to harness 9 million MSMEs base to boost start-ups

A formula for growth after the start-up stage

A new report suggests a five-part model for second-stage companies to consider if they want stable, long-term success

Zomato bolsters its ship with UberEats as Indian food-tech scouts a shore

In a tough environment, Zomato's expensive purchase shows how its strategy is different from Swiggy's as both compete to attract Softbank amid global investors' proxy food wars in India

Quikr no longer a unicorn, Swedish investor pares valuation by 45%

Scandinavian firm refers to exaggerated revenue resulting from fraudulent transactions that rocked the company

What Kerala govt is doing to attract start-up entrepreneurs to the state

The southern state is creating a holistic network for local enterprises that includes marketing support and finance om easy terms

Startups lap up Rs 70 cr investments in 'Seeding Kerala' summit

Bengaluru-based Sporthood, a startup for sports enthusiasts, got investment from SEA Fund, which made its fourth investment in Kerala out of its seven investment ventures.

Early-round funding in startups almost doubles in 2 yrs; Chinese lead

The push is coming from the fact that there are far more established entrepreneurs in India today hitting the next venture button then five years ago

Start-up employees must pay attention to risk related to stock option plans

Now, they can take the risk of joining without having to pay taxes on Esops immediately

Budget paved way for perfect ecosystem for startups in India: CBDT

CBDT Chairman P C Mody said most of the issues pertaining to startups were already addressed in last budget

Nirmala Sitharaman's Budget proposals to stimulate economic growth

The tax proposals are aimed at stimulating growth, simplifying tax structure, bringing ease of compliance and reducing litigation

Budget 2020: Startups, investors unimpressed with ESOP tax relaxation

ESOPs are a key instrument to attract and retain talent in startups.

How new brands are reshaping the fitness industry - and our bodies

A Hrithik Roshan Xtreme group session, a 3 am gym routine or a DIY home workout, it's all possible

Budget gets thumbs up from startups, firms say it will help attract talent

The budget recommends a five-year tax holiday on Esopss, a 10- year tax exemption for startups with under-Rs 100 crore turnover and also talks of a seed fund to push new businesses

Budget 2020: FM Sitharaman proposes easing of tax payments for startups

During their formative years, startups generally use ESOPs to attract and retain highly talented employees, she added

To build strong ecosystem, govt sets up National Startup Advisory Council

The Council will suggest measures to foster a culture of innovation among students and others, the commerce and industry ministry said in a statement

Indian aviation startups to pitch for support at Singapore Air Show 2020

More than 60 startups from 10 countries, including India, are scheduled to make presentations on a wide range of domains during the show

Venture Highway raises $78 mn to fund early-stage tech companies in India

With portfolio companies such as Meesho, Sharechat, Moglix, and Cars24, the early-stage investment firm has so far invested in 20 start-ups

Canada warms up to Indian start-ups, to help them expand operations

The MoU was signed in the presence of Brampton's Mayor Patrik Brown, who is interacting with more than a dozen Indian start-ups across Mumbai, Delhi and Bangalore

Unfolding in India's smaller cities is the next wave of promising startups

Beyond the pages headlined by the Flipkarts, Olas and OYOs is a story of startups in India's smaller cities which are beginning to catch the attention of the world outside as also of investors