From a Local Nutrition Gap to a Startup Idea In India, we have mostly kept the debate around healthy food and how to source healthy food at limited platforms like supermarkets. Healthy, clean, and nutritious food is accessible or affordable only to a particular class of people. This was exactly where MikroGrenz also started, not aiming to reach great heights but to solve an issue that was in front of them. MikroGrenz, a venture in Wayanad in the state of Kerala, was conceived in early 2025 by three friends Basil Varghese, Anurag Mohan, and Muhammed Razin. The trio started with…
Author: Aman Atulya
AI solutions provider Fractal Analytics has raised Rs 1,248 crore from anchor investors ahead of the opening of its initial public offering, according to a regulatory filing. Strong Anchor Investor ParticipationAccording to disclosures, the Bengaluru-based company allotted 1.38 crore equity shares to anchor investors at Rs 900 per share, which is the upper end of the IPO’s price band. The anchor book saw participation from a mix of leading domestic mutual funds and global institutional investors. Global And Domestic Institutions Back The IssueSBI Small Cap Fund and Life Insurance Corporation of India emerged as among the largest domestic participants in…
Why Youth Social Media Use Is Becoming a Policy Priority Governments worldwide are tightening regulations around minors’ access to social media as concerns rise over digital addiction, online safety, and mental health. In India, where smartphone penetration among teenagers is rapidly increasing, policymakers are exploring safeguards to balance digital access with child safety. What Andhra Pradesh Is Proposing The Andhra Pradesh government is reportedly evaluating a proposal to ban social media access for users below 16 years of age. The move is part of broader discussions around protecting minors from harmful online content and excessive screen exposure. If implemented, the…
Why Auto Manufacturing Is Expanding Into New Industrial Clusters India’s automotive sector is entering a capacity expansion phase driven by rising domestic demand, export ambitions, and the transition toward advanced mobility technologies. States are competing to attract large-scale manufacturing investments to strengthen supply chains, generate employment, and build regional industrial hubs. What Mahindra Has Announced Mahindra Group will invest ₹15,000 crore in Maharashtra over the next decade, including setting up a new integrated automobile and tractor manufacturing facility in Nagpur. The announcement was made during Advantage Vidarbha, a flagship event aimed at positioning the Vidarbha region as an emerging industrial…
Tilak Mehta, from India, has emerged as one of the country’s youngest and most innovative entrepreneurs. As an individual who is continually innovating and revolutionising a widely established industry – logistics – with the help of creative thinking, intelligent execution and his ability to effectively implement technology into logistics operations. Entrepreneurial Mindset Born in 2006, his entrepreneurial mindset was apparent as early as age 8. By the time he turned 13 years old, he had identified a major gap in Mumbai’s hyperlocal delivery marketplace where there was a tremendous growth in both e-commerce and courier companies, but slow and inefficient…
Zappfresh has expanded its product portfolio by entering the frozen vegetarian snacks segment, committing an investment of ₹10 crore to build and scale the new category. The move marks the company’s push to strengthen its presence in India’s fast-growing ready-to-cook and convenience food market. Expansion Investment and Distribution StrategyThe investment will be used to develop new frozen snack products, strengthen supply chain infrastructure, and expand distribution across both online and offline channels. With changing consumption patterns and rising demand for quick meal solutions, Zappfresh aims to capture a share of the rapidly expanding frozen foods segment. Shift Beyond Core Meat…
Why Edtech Players Are Exploring Adjacent Consumer Segments As India’s digital learning platforms mature, several edtech companies are diversifying into lifestyle, skilling, and community-led offerings to unlock new growth avenues. Wellness and preventive health are emerging as adjacent sectors where education, habit-building, and community engagement intersect. What PhysicsWallah Has Announced Edtech major PhysicsWallah has increased its stake in Kay Lifestyle and Wellness Private Limited, which operates under Kamya Yoga & Wellness. According to regulatory filings, PhysicsWallah’s board approved the second tranche of investment worth ₹1.5 crore through the subscription of 300 Series Seed Compulsorily Convertible Preference Shares. Following this investment,…
Hero MotoCorp has approved an additional investment of ₹275 crore in electric commercial vehicle startup Euler Motors, with the transaction expected to be completed by April 30, 2026. The move signals Hero’s continued push into the electric mobility ecosystem, particularly in the fast-growing last-mile and commercial EV segment. Alongside the investment, Hero MotoCorp’s Board has also approved entering into an arrangement with Clean Max Enviro Energy Solutions (CleanMax) to establish a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV). The SPV will support a solar power wheeling project under the Group Captive mechanism for the company’s Neemrana plant, Global Parts Centre, and Centre for…
Homegrown D2C fragrance brand EM5 has announced Indian cricketer Suryakumar Yadav as its investor and strategic partner, marking a significant move to strengthen brand positioning and cultural relevance in India’s fast-growing fragrance market. Founded in 2022, EM5 was launched with the vision of making high-performance fragrances accessible to Indian consumers. The brand focuses on creating scents that resonate with everyday Indian moods and lifestyles, moving away from traditional aspirational fragrance storytelling toward relatability and daily usability. Strategic Partnership Beyond Endorsement Suryakumar Yadav’s association with EM5 goes beyond brand endorsement, positioning him as both an investor and long-term partner. Known for…
The Indian marketing sector is expanding rapidly and young business owners are doing great things by building successful businesses. One of these leaders is Kajol Bheda, who founded the marketing firm Scribbld in Mumbai. Kajol has paved the way for others by overcoming huge obstacles starting this business, and making it on the Forbes India 30 Under 30 list in 2026. The Story of Scribbld When the COVID-19 pandemic struck, many businesses were struggling to connect and communicate with their customers through digital and traditional means. Instead of looking at the uncertainty of the future as something that would stop…