For the new millennium generation, slowly and at an accelerating pace, it is attractive to harbour a start-up ambition, says R Gopalakrishnan.
Sequoia Capital might emerge as leading global investor in start-up space in the country, as funds from other sources dry up.
Start-ups in India with high valuations are witnessing a fund crunch and drop in valuations as investors tighten their belts and look at businesses that are sound.
What are the reasons why a girl's education falls by the wayside? Why was Safeena a casualty too? Maybe because the education system doesn't give youngsters enough options? Or there are societal issues or pressures?
Presenting a list of the brightest and most promising companies from India that made it to TechSparks 2013, a technology product recognition platform.
'Expectations were being built up about radical moves and the action plan did not disappoint.'
Fun and games at start-ups have ended as easy money dries up.
They encouraged start-ups to pay for acquiring customers rather than focusing on the business fundamentals.
This will be Infosys' first investment from its innovation fund dedicated to start-ups and emerging technologies.
'Today's engineering graduates have to learn the skills to solve problems which is actually a higher order skill.'
Their investments in start-ups exceed Rs 1,000 crore at present.
Under the new norms, 75 per cent shares can be reserved for institutional investors
The company has been developing donor-derived stem cell platforms.
India is the next major breeding ground for start-ups.
Many state governments are ready with policies to promote entrepreneurs, backed by funding plans
Divya Nair recommends that non-Vijay fans save their money and wait for GOAT to drop on Netflix instead. At least you can fast forward and get to the climax faster.
Bringing in people with large corporate experience also helps in bringing in world class processes in quality and compliance
After the Google investment, the company's monthly transactions have spiralled up from 65,000 to nearly one million in just a year. According to reports, the start-up is in fresh talks to raise about $6 million from investors, including Google, says Samreen Ahmad.
It's not unusual for the tax departments to freeze bank accounts and there have been instances of the authorities recovering the outstanding from the bank, though such course of action is not common.
Kirani, is passionate about working with start-ups when they are at the ideation stage.
These companies were identified through the India Innovation Growth Programme, an innovation contest through which the US firm identifies Indian research and development potential.
'There are multiple ups and downs.' 'You should be able to withstand all that.' 'You need to have the temperament to run a marathon.'
As billions of dollars flow into India's booming online economy, some investors are beginning to fret that soaring valuations could hamper market listings.
IT body Nasscom has helped four start-ups raise funding of Rs 40 lakh as part of its programme to help entrepreneurs turn their ideas into successful businesses.
Besides electric vehicles, some start-ups present are working in the area of bike customisation, motorsports, auto gaming arena, autonomous vehicle and so on
Nilekani also said that many start-ups would not succeed but entrepreneurs gain tremendous experience and can to go to another start-up
Edtech company Byju's, which was once India's most valuable start-up worth an estimated $22 billion, will face insolvency proceedings for failure to pay Rs 158.9 crore to cricket board BCCI. The Bengaluru bench of the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) on Tuesday allowed bankruptcy proceedings against the firm and appointed an interim resolution professional, suspending the company's board of directors and freezing its assets.
Founders should have faith in themselves, their vision and their team, feels Infosys founder Narayana Murthy.
To take the 'Idea to Enterprise' journey, you need to be open about your idea and articulate it to potential customers, existing entrepreneurs, experts in your industry and well-wishers.
'The top five IT giants are not hiring, but most of the freshers want to start their careers with the top five IT firms.' 'In today's scenario this is a challenge.'
Saikat Ghosh, founder and CEO of Taskera says young entrepreneurs must be prepared to take risks and carve their own niche.
The final guidelines should be there in 3-4 months.
With future prospects being difficult to predict, hiring for a short period is proving to be cost-effective
For Indian parents, sending a child abroad for a three-year degree could deplete 48% of their retirement savings, while a four-year degree may consume up to 64%.
'The noise that we are hearing is because the five big IT players are not hiring significantly.'
Overall, it has projected a 10.3% salary rise for India Inc in 2016 compared to 10.6% in 2015.
Amazon is working on deepening its engagement with young technology companies in the country.
Menlo Park Mayor Catherine Carlton is leading a 3-member team to Kerala.
Market regulator Sebi to support stert-ups raise funds.
