Author: Ansh Singh

New Delhi: India has started the financial year 2026–27 (FY27) on a strong note, with Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections continuing to show steady growth. In July 2026, gross GST revenue reached ₹2.11 lakh crore, marking a 14-month high and registering a 15.4% increase compared with the same month last year. The July collection was the second time in FY27 that monthly GST revenue crossed the ₹2 lakh crore mark. The strong numbers reflect continued growth in domestic business activity, consumer spending and imports, while improved tax compliance has also supported government revenue. GST collections are closely watched as…

New Delhi: India continued its strong performance at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, with athletes winning several medals across boxing and athletics. On Day 10 of the Games, Indian players added more gold, silver and bronze medals to the country’s tally, further strengthening India’s position in the competition. Boxers Preeti Pawar and Jaismine Lamboria won gold medals in their respective categories, continuing India’s impressive campaign in boxing. Their victories came after Indian boxers delivered several strong performances throughout the tournament and reached multiple finals. Preeti Pawar won the gold medal in the women’s 54kg category after defeating Canada’s Scarlett…

New Delhi: Building a successful fashion brand takes much more than good designs. It requires a clear vision, strong execution, and a deep understanding of what customers want. For Mayank Jain, Founder of Kalpraag, the journey started with decades of experience in textile manufacturing and a dream to create a premium Indian ethnic wear brand that combines quality, craftsmanship, and affordability. Coming from a third-generation textile manufacturing family, Mayank Jain grew up around fabrics and garment production. His family’s business began in 1965 and supplied premium fabrics to many well-known fashion brands across India. After taking over the family business…

New Delhi: Entrepreneur and investor Anupam Mittal has once again captured the attention of India’s startup community with a viral post emphasizing that entrepreneurship should never be treated as a fallback career option. The message resonated strongly with aspiring founders, investors and startup professionals, generating widespread discussion across social media platforms. Mittal, best known as the founder of Shaadi.com and a judge on the popular TV show Shark Tank India, argued that building a business requires conviction, resilience and long-term commitment rather than being viewed as an alternative when traditional career paths fail. The post struck a chord because India…

With over 2 million startups in India, a startup needs all the help it can get. When you can build one with your mother and twin sister it’s a whole new level of depth. However, the mix of family, research and the powerful drive of ambition is what has led the creators of Hibiscus Monkey to create a rapidly expanding personal care product line that is changing the body care landscape in India. Hibiscus Monkey isn’t some random concept or a simple side project; it’s the result of the efforts of three people, mother Mona Mehta, identical twin sisters Naina…

New Delhi: India’s fast-growing digital economy has received a major boost after Australian data center giant AirTrunk announced plans to invest $30 billion in India by 2030. The company aims to build nearly 5 gigawatts of data center capacity, making it one of the largest digital infrastructure investments announced in the country in recent years. The investment comes at a time when India is witnessing explosive growth in artificial intelligence, cloud computing, digital payments, online services, and enterprise technology. As businesses increasingly rely on AI models and cloud platforms, the demand for large-scale data centers has risen significantly. AirTrunk believes…

New Delhi: India’s race to become a global artificial intelligence powerhouse received another major boost after Gautam Adani-led Adani Group announced a strategic alliance with global manufacturing giant Jabil to build an integrated AI and data centre infrastructure platform in India. The partnership is being seen as a significant step toward strengthening India’s position in the global AI supply chain and reducing dependence on imported digital infrastructure. The alliance comes months after Adani Group unveiled a massive $100 billion investment plan to develop renewable-energy-powered, AI-ready data centres across India by 2035. The company estimates that this initiative could trigger an…

Mumbai: Investors from around the world continue to see India as one of the most attractive startup markets. Despite global economic uncertainty, billions of dollars are being invested into Indian startups every year, reflecting confidence in the country’s long-term growth story. India’s large population, growing middle class, and increasing smartphone usage make it an attractive market for businesses. More than 900 million internet users are expected in the coming years, creating huge opportunities for digital services and technology-driven companies. Fintech remains one of the biggest investment sectors. The success of digital payment systems has encouraged investors to back startups offering…

New Delhi: Entrepreneurship often begins with an idea, but turning that idea into a successful company requires persistence, adaptability, and long-term thinking. According to Aman Gupta, the mindset behind building a successful brand is just as important as the product itself. Gupta, who co-founded consumer electronics brand boAt, has become one of India’s most recognized startup leaders. The company grew rapidly by focusing on affordable audio products, strong branding, and a deep understanding of young consumers. One of Gupta’s key lessons is the importance of solving real customer problems. Instead of trying to create products for everyone, successful businesses often…

New Delhi: For generations of Indian entrepreneurs, the most frustrating aspects of running a business have been trying to get through corporate bureaucracy, missing important filing deadlines and regulatory compliance. Enter Vakilkaro, a legal-tech platform based out of Jaipur that’s systematically changing the narrative. The platform has been able to carve out a lucrative niche by transforming tricky company formations, regulatory approvals and fiery intellectual property tussles into a smooth online experience. The all-encompassing corporate services platform, which has seen rapid growth since inception, has a topline of ₹4 crore in FY 2025-26. What is remarkable about the journey is…