Author: Vaibhav

In the optimistic, frenetic, and hyper-competitive landscape of Indian start-ups, some stories stand out—not just for their financial achievement, but for how their success has shifted industry norms and societal attitudes. Among these, we are particularly inspired by the journey of Vineeta Singh, co-founder and CEO, of SUGAR Cosmetics. From overcoming the labyrinth of legacy finance to creating a category-redefining beauty brand that resonates with the new-age Indian woman, Singh’s journey is a fascinating story of determination, vision, and relentless pursuit of her dream. Looking ahead to 2025, SUGAR Cosmetics is more than just a cosmetics company. It’s an embodiment…

Indian benchmark equity indices extended their winning streak heading into Tuesday’s session with the Nifty 50 and Sensex closing positive on Tuesday in the fifth straight session in the bull camp. The market resumed most of the early volatility to a large extent, taking cues from a mix of supportive global factors and continued domestic institutional investor (DII) buying. During the trading session on Friday, the Nifty 50 index closed at 25,103.20, up by 100.15 points (0.40%), and the BSE Sensex index increased by 256.22 points (0.31%) to close at 82,445.21. Today’s strong performance kept the Nifty comfortably above that…

Indian benchmark indices continued their bullish run on the second straight day today, with the Nifty 50 & Sensex both posting strong gains, boosted by strong global cues & the continuing positive mood following the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)’s aggressive monetary policy action taken on Friday. The Nifty closed above the important resistance level of 25,100, finishing at 25,132, and the Sensex rose by 383 points to close at 82,572. The rally was mostly supported by the RBI’s unexpected 50 basis points (bps) reduction in the repo rate to 5.5% on June 6, 2025, the third consecutive cut this…

In that heady, dynamic Indian e-commerce environment, where the likes of Amazon and Flipkart and others jockey for position, another kind of revolution had begun – hidden from view and below the radar. At its core sits the heroic figure of Vidit Aatrey— Meesho’s co-founder and entrepreneur extraordinaire of a captain. Different from typical, transaction-focused models, Meesho has found a forceful groove, trailblazing the landscape of social commerce and, in turn, uplifting millions of small business owners, especially women, from India’s Tier 2, 3, and 4 cities and beyond.  Aatrey’s journey with Meesho is far from being a story of…

In the fast-paced, sometimes cataclysmic landscape of Indian startups, few narratives capture the grit, smart pivots, and unwavering commitment to consumer ease like that of Albinder Dhindsa and Blinkit. In every phase — from its infancy as Grofers, a modest hyperlocal grocery delivery app, to its today’s colorful incarnation as a quick commerce juggernaut that vows to deliver your groceries in a flash — Dhindsa has navigated his company through market crashes, cash crises, and cutthroat competition. His journey is still an inspiring case study in entrepreneurial determination, pivoting with a dramatically changing consumer landscape, and finally, creating a sharing…

The Indian stock market responded with ecstatic jubilation today, with benchmark indices surging by over 5% after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) surprised with a bigger-than-expected interest rate cut. The Nifty 50 and Sensex jumped, signaling market expectations that the central bank will continue to support the economy with higher growth, as inflation remains benign. As of now, the Nifty 50 index was trading around 24,925.9, higher by about 175 points or 0.71% from its last close. The S&P BSE Sensex showed an even more dramatic gain, trading at roughly 82,021.64, higher by about 579.6 points or 0.71%. This…

The Indian stock market continued its rising streak for the second straight day, with benchmark indices trading in the green during early trade on Thursday. The bullish mood is largely due to increasing hopes for a third consecutive repo rate reduction by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) as its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting continues. The Nifty 50 index was trading at about 24,753.15, a gain of about 132.95 points or 0.54% over its last close. The S&P BSE Sensex also showed robust performance, trading at approximately 81,136, higher by about 137 points or 0.17%. This comes on the…

India’s automotive landscape is a fascinating mix of surging mass-market segments and an exploding luxury sector. Now more than ever, consumers are looking for a vehicle to do much more than just move them from point A to point B, but one that represents a level of sophistication, advanced technology, heart-pounding performance, and ride quality from behind the wheel. The super-luxury car segment in India Model on the outside, luxury on the inside Craving bespoke artistry, searching for singularity, and seeking the herald of newfound fortune. The luxury automotive space in India, while a much tinier percentage of the total…

The Indian stock market opened sharply in the positive on Wednesday, gaining ground after Tuesday’s sell-off. Both India’s benchmark Nifty 50 and Sensex started in the green, powered by initial buying momentum in most of the major sectors. The broader market joined in this positivity, cheering the news, as the entire stock market rose in this first hour of trading. At 10:04 AM IST, the Nifty 50 index was at about 24,586.8, up about 44.35 points or 0.18% from Tuesday’s close. The S&P BSE Sensex also saw gains, trading at about 80,906.64, higher by roughly 169.13 points or 0.21%. Another…

The Indian automotive market is a dynamic hub, constantly evolving with the relentless introduction of new models, technologies, and consumer expectations. Among all of these segments, the SUV category is leading the pack, with its incredible boom still ongoing, dominating the preferences of Indian car buyers with much promise. From the truck-like road presence, the capability to conquer any terrain, and the abundance of roominess to the outright versatility they provide, SUVs have taken over as the most popular vehicle segment. Fast forward to the second half of 2025, and the market will be flooded with choices, each one jockeying…