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Startup India: Everything That You Need To Know

December 13, 2016December 13, 2016 Ankita Banerjee

If you have been struck by an idea and aim to culminate it into a successful venture aka startup, then you are eligible to take advantage of the Startup India initiative launched by Prime Minister Modi earlier this year. The Prime Minister had talked about ‘Startup India, Stand up India’ initiative during his Independence Day speech last year. On January 16, 2016 he unveiled the action plan of the initiative to develop an ecosystem for startups to grow further. The plan aims at promoting bank finances and promises to encourage job creations.

11 Factors To Consider When Deciding to Work At A Startup Or Big Firm

August 25, 2015October 5, 2015 OfficeChai Team

With the boom is startups in India, the number of job creators is widening too, and that in turn means good news for the job seeker who’s spoilt for choice. While the options are many, many of us may face a quandary about which is a better career option for us- A big company or a startup. Here are some of the factors you should consider while making a decision.

Infosys Plans To Set Up 7MW Solar Plant At Hyderabad Campus

July 30, 2015 Ankita Banerjee

Infosys takes a firm step ahead to the future. India’s second largest software service company now plans to set up a 7MW solar plant in its Hyderabad campus to create renewable source of energy to meet electricity needs of next few years.

Flipkart Secures $700 Million Investment; Valued at $15 Billion

July 29, 2015July 29, 2015 Ankita Banerjee

With competition in the Indian ecommerce space intensifying, Flipkart has taken a big step towards consolidating its numero uno position by securing an investment of $700 million. It is the first time the company has raised money this year, and this deal values it at a whopping $15 billion.

Bengaluru Rated As The 15th best Startup Ecosystem In The World

July 29, 2015July 29, 2015 Ankita Banerjee

According to Startup Ecosystem Report published by San Francisco based startup bench-marking firm Compass, Bengaluru is the world’s 15th best startup ecosystem, up from 19 in the last report published in 2012. Bengaluru is rated on five parameters – funding, market reach, talent, experience, and performance of startups.

Furniture Retailer Pepperfry Receives USD 100 Million From Goldman Sachs And Others

July 28, 2015July 29, 2015 Ankita Banerjee

Pepperfry, one of the leading online furniture retailer companies in India, raised a whooping USD 100 million as their fourth round of investment from Goldman Sachs, Zodius Technology Fund, and their existing investors Bertelsmann India Investments and Norwest Venture Partners.

Oye Happy: A Startup That Sells Surprises Online

July 28, 2015July 28, 2015 Ankita Banerjee

In today’s fast-paced world, how often do we manage to take out time to surprise our loved ones and bring out a smile? It is where Oye Happy comes to the rescue. Started by Harsh Khemani and Varun Todi, Oye Happy is a fun and fresh start-up that operates on one motto. Happiness!

A Startup Employee Talks About The Realities Of The Indian Startup World

June 22, 2015February 21, 2016 mel-versteher

One of my favorite ways to describe what happens when people adopt ways/ideas of people of a different culture is – ‘Hitting the bullseye of the wrong target.’ This is exactly what has happened with the Indian startup scene. Following are some of the things that I’ve observed.

Plattershare: A startup that brings foodies & food businesses together

June 15, 2015June 15, 2015 OfficeChai Team

The latest entrant to join in the food tech revolution is the startup Plattershare, a food networking platform for food lovers to network, share, discover and monetize their passion for food.