In India, private banks are increasingly turning to social media influencers to promote their products, but they are proceeding with caution in light of recent regulatory developments. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has prohibited regulated entities from associating with financial influencers who are not registered with the market regulator. Financial influencers, or…
In the annals of Indian entrepreneurship, Ghisulal Rathod stands as a visionary whose journey from PVC footwear and bangles to pioneering the casserole industry has left an indelible mark. Founder of Cello World, Ghisulal Rathod embarked on his entrepreneurial odyssey in 1967, laying the foundation for a business that would redefine consumer products in India.
Cello World began humbly, focusing…
A remarkable journey unfolds from the quaint town of Sangli, Maharashtra, to the bustling tech hub of Silicon Valley, where Aqsa Fulara has etched her name as a driving force behind Google’s advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). Joining Google in 2017, Fulara’s career trajectory embodies a blend of unwavering determination and a deep-rooted passion for…
In the annals of Indian entrepreneurship, Atul Ruia’s journey from rescuing a failing textile business to building a formidable real estate empire stands as a testament to vision, resilience, and bold innovation.
The story unfolds in 1994 when the Ruia family faced a pivotal moment of struggle. Phoenix Mills, their historic textile business founded in 1905, was grappling with insurmountable…
In the annals of Indian entrepreneurship, Mira Kulkarni’s saga stands as a testament to resilience, vision, and unwavering determination. Her journey, fraught with personal tragedies and monumental challenges, is a narrative of how one woman’s grit transformed adversity into a thriving business empire worth Rs 10,000 crores.
Mira’s odyssey began in her early twenties, navigating the fallout…
In an article by Anees Hussain dated July 25, 2024, titled “Esop sale: No tax worries for startup employees,” it was emphasized that recent changes in taxation laws related to share buybacks announced in the Union Budget will not significantly impact startup employees. The amendment, effective from October 1, treats share buybacks akin to dividend income, shifting the tax liability to…
Bengaluru, the Silicon Valley of India, continues to spearhead the nation’s burgeoning start-up ecosystem, reaffirmed by a recent report from the Department of Electronics, IT, BT, and S&T of the Karnataka government. According to the Bengaluru Innovation Report 2024, the city stands tall with 45 out of India’s 112 unicorns, underscoring its pivotal role in fostering innovation across diverse…
During a recent interview on The Decoder Podcast with Nilay Patel, Google CEO Sundar Pichai found himself addressing critical concerns surrounding Google’s implementation of AI-powered search results. The discussion centered on accusations from publishers who fear that Google’s new AI system could potentially undermine their web traffic, leading to significant repercussions for online content…
Jensen Huang, the co-founder and CEO of Nvidia, a powerhouse in the semiconductor industry with a market value of $2.22 trillion, traces the origins of his company back to an unlikely setting: a Denny’s restaurant in San Jose, California.
In a recent interview with CBS’ “60 Minutes,” Huang recounted how, in 1993, he and his colleagues Chris Malachowsky and Curtis Priem gathered at that…
Jay Chaudhry, the 65-year-old co-founder and CEO of Zscaler, a cloud security company valued at over $28 billion, has a unique perspective on success that transcends monetary achievements.
Born in a farming village in rural India, Chaudhry’s early life was devoid of financial privilege. His journey to success began with a focus on academic excellence, driven by a desire to excel in engineering…
