Author: Ansh Singh

New Delhi: Former Uber India President Prabhjeet Singh is set to join OpenAI as its India Managing Director, according to media reports. The appointment is being seen as an important step in OpenAI’s plans to strengthen its presence in one of the world’s fastest-growing artificial intelligence markets. Prabhjeet Singh brings years of leadership experience in scaling technology businesses across India. During his tenure at Uber, he played a key role in expanding the company’s operations, improving partnerships, and increasing mobility services across multiple cities. Industry experts believe his experience in managing large-scale operations and building relationships with businesses, governments, and…

New Delhi: Gautam Adani has launched the ‘Vande Bharatam’ initiative, a nationwide program aimed at identifying and supporting promising entrepreneurs from across India. The initiative focuses on encouraging innovation, helping startups scale their businesses, and creating opportunities in both urban and rural regions. India is now the world’s third-largest startup ecosystem, with over 1.7 lakh startups officially recognised by the government. Through this initiative, aspiring founders will receive mentorship, networking opportunities, and guidance from experienced industry leaders. The program is expected to encourage entrepreneurs working in sectors such as clean energy, manufacturing, agriculture, logistics, healthcare, and technology. Industry observers believe…

Mumbai: Kayhan Entertainment, an integrated IP-led ecosystem with a strategic focus on IP ownership and creative exports, has announced the launch of its latest premium animated edutainment IP, Smart KidZ, exclusively on ZEE5 Kidz. Designed for children aged 7 to 13, the series combines fast-paced storytelling, humour, emotional intelligence, and practical life learning to help children navigate real-world situations through entertainment-led storytelling. Built around the simple philosophy of “Pause. Think. Act.”, the show transforms everyday childhood challenges into engaging animated adventures designed for today’s digitally native children. Starting June 5, 2026, the series will roll out in an initial batch…

New Delhi: Leadership succession has emerged as one of the most important topics across India’s corporate landscape in 2026. As several prominent business leaders prepare the next generation for larger responsibilities, investors and industry observers are paying close attention to how these transitions unfold. Historically, many Indian businesses have been family-controlled enterprises. However, succession planning today is becoming more structured, transparent and strategically managed than in previous generations. One of the most visible examples is the gradual transfer of responsibilities within the Reliance ecosystem. Members of the Ambani family are increasingly taking leadership roles across telecommunications, retail and energy businesses,…

New Delhi: Few entrepreneurs have influenced India’s startup ecosystem as consistently as Deepinder Goyal. Over the years, the founder has transformed Zomato from a restaurant discovery platform into a diversified technology-driven business, making his strategic decisions closely watched across the entrepreneurial community. The company’s evolution reflects broader changes within India’s consumer technology sector. What began as a food-tech business gradually expanded into food delivery, logistics and quick commerce. This willingness to adapt has helped the company remain relevant despite changing market conditions and intense competition. One of Goyal’s most significant moves was the acquisition of Blinkit. Initially viewed as a…

New Delhi: The Indian government has removed the mandatory 20% local sourcing requirement for satellite communication (satcom) companies, marking an important policy change aimed at encouraging greater investment in India’s fast-growing space and telecom sectors. While the local sourcing rule has been withdrawn, the government has made it clear that strict national security checks and regulatory approvals will continue to remain in place for all satellite communication service providers operating in the country. Industry experts believe the policy change could make India a more attractive destination for global satellite companies looking to expand broadband and communication services. The move is…

New Delhi: India’s startup ecosystem has once again demonstrated its resilience by raising nearly $10 billion in funding during 2026, according to data released by Tracxn. The strong investment performance comes even as startup funding across many global markets remains under pressure due to economic uncertainty and cautious investor sentiment. The latest figures show that India continues to rank among the world’s largest startup ecosystems, supported by a growing number of technology companies, expanding digital infrastructure, and rising investor confidence. Artificial Intelligence, fintech, enterprise software, electric mobility, healthcare technology, and climate-tech emerged as some of the biggest investment sectors this…

New Delhi: The Indian startup ecosystem is buzzing after boAt co-founder and Shark Tank India judge Aman Gupta hinted at what he called “Aman 2.0” in a recent social media post. While Gupta stopped short of revealing details, the teaser has sparked widespread speculation among entrepreneurs, investors and startup enthusiasts about his next major venture. Over the past decade, Aman Gupta has become one of India’s most recognizable startup faces. Under his leadership, boAt grew from a small audio accessories brand into one of India’s leading wearable and consumer electronics companies. Industry estimates suggest boAt commands a significant share of…

Mumbai: Business leader Mukesh Ambani believes India’s next phase of growth will be driven by technology, digital services, artificial intelligence, and advanced manufacturing. Speaking about India’s future opportunities, Ambani highlighted how the country is rapidly becoming one of the world’s most important digital economies. India currently has more than 950 million internet users, making it one of the largest online markets globally. Digital payments have also seen explosive growth, with UPI transactions crossing billions every month. According to industry estimates, India’s digital economy could contribute nearly 20% of the country’s GDP by the end of this decade. Ambani has repeatedly…

New Delhi: Meta has appointed Kunal Shah to lead its WhatsApp initiatives in India, highlighting the company’s growing focus on digital payments and financial services. India is WhatsApp’s largest market, with more than 500 million users, making it a key destination for Meta’s long-term growth. The appointment comes at a time when WhatsApp is expanding its payment services to compete with platforms such as Google Pay and PhonePe. Industry experts believe Kunal Shah’s experience in building consumer-focused fintech products through CRED will help Meta strengthen its position in India’s digital payments ecosystem. India’s digital payment market has witnessed remarkable growth…