📝Interviews
Building a communications agency from the ground up requires more than industry experience, it demands resilience, clarity of vision, and the courage to start from scratch. Shruti Mishra, Founder of Image Stereo, brings over a decade of newsroom experience from Aaj Tak into the world of perception management and strategic
📝Interviews
In the fast-growing world of digital transformation, many startups are built by founders who identify everyday problems and turn them into practical technology solutions. Ashwini Devi S, Founder of SwagatRCS Tech Solutions, is one such entrepreneur who transitioned from academia and homemaking to building a SaaS-driven business. In this interview
US Funding Data
Welcome to StartupTalky’s 2026 US Funding updates for the month of March. This article provides a clear and easy overview of the latest funding news for startups, scale-ups, and established companies in the United States throughout the year. Our weekly funding tables, updated regularly, track how much funding each
According to a recent filing by the company, e-commerce startup Meesho intends to challenge an income tax demand notice totalling around INR 1,500 crore, including interest. On March 6, Meesho was notified for the evaluation year 2023-24. According to the document, a tax demand totalling INR 1,500 crore,
Intercity bus ticketing services in India have been launched by ride-hailing firm Uber in partnership with ixigo's bus business AbhiBus. This marks the first international market for intercity travel provided by Uber. Users of Uber will be able to find and compare bus choices with AbhiBus' end-to-end
Building a communications agency from the ground up requires more than industry experience, it demands resilience, clarity of vision, and the courage to start from scratch. Shruti Mishra, Founder of Image Stereo, brings over a decade of newsroom experience from Aaj Tak into the world of perception management and strategic
Shares of HDFC Bank declined sharply on 9 March 2026, falling more than 4% during intraday trading and touching a new 52-week low. The stock slipped to around ₹821.50 on the NSE as heavy selling pressure hit banking stocks across the Indian market. The fall in HDFC Bank’s
Sundar Pichai, CEO of Alphabet, may get $692 million in salary over the next three years if a new incentive plan is approved by the board of directors. Following the implementation of the new plan, Pichai will join the ranks of the world's highest-paid business executives. Reflecting Alphabet&
In the fast-growing world of digital transformation, many startups are built by founders who identify everyday problems and turn them into practical technology solutions. Ashwini Devi S, Founder of SwagatRCS Tech Solutions, is one such entrepreneur who transitioned from academia and homemaking to building a SaaS-driven business. In this interview
Nutrify Today, Pharma Eurasia, and Uzbekistan’s Ministry of Health formalise a structured Indo–CIS corridor, with Pharma Eurasia 2026 (Tashkent, 20–22 May) as the commercial execution platform.
Tech Mahindra denied on March 9 that the company is mulling on a plan to drastically cut jobs. Consequently, denying rumours that the IT services provider may be laying off employees. The company clarified in a filing with stock markets that it had received calls and saw online posts about
Welcome to StartupTalky’s 2026 US Funding updates for the month of March. This article provides a clear and easy overview of the latest funding news for startups, scale-ups, and established companies in the United States throughout the year. Our weekly funding tables, updated regularly, track how much funding each
In today's dynamic business landscape, it's crucial for business leaders to find innovative ways to engage with their target audience and ensure customer satisfaction. Interacting with customers and building lasting relationships are essential for retaining their loyalty. Additionally, understanding the growth potential of your brand is
Performance marketing today requires a balance of creativity, strategy, and data-driven decision-making. Vidya Varadarajan, Director – Digital at Jacob Creative, brings this blend through her journey from copywriting to managing high-impact digital campaigns and Google Ads strategies. In this interview with StartupTalky, she shares how storytelling shaped her marketing mindset, her
Asian stock markets saw a sharp sell-off on Monday, 9 March 2026, as escalating conflict involving Iran triggered a surge in global oil prices and rattled investor confidence. Major indices across the region fell steeply, with Japan and South Korea recording some of the biggest declines. The market turmoil comes
Mumbai’s café culture has grown rapidly in recent years, but creating a space that truly blends community, design, and distinctive flavors remains a challenge. Mokai India was born from founder Kareena Bulchandani’s experiences across Asia and her desire to recreate the calm, thoughtful café culture she discovered in
A senior leader at OpenAI has stepped down after raising concerns about the company’s recent partnership with the United States Department of Defense. Caitlin Kalinowski, who led OpenAI’s robotics and consumer hardware division, announced her resignation in early March 2026, saying the decision was based on ethical principles
Infosys is adjusting its hybrid work structure and has asked more workers to work from the office at least four days a week. The business is broadening its return-to-office requirements. Workers at specific units have just been notified by the IT services major that personnel at employment levels 6A and
Gold prices in India remained elevated on 8 March 2026, reflecting sustained investor demand for safe-haven assets amid global uncertainties. In the domestic bullion market, 24K gold is trading around ₹16,287-₹16,494 per gram across major cities, which translates to approximately ₹1,62,870 to ₹1,64,940
This International Women’s Day, we feature Meghna Agarwal, co-founder of IndiQube, who has made her mark in India’s male-dominated real estate sector. Since starting IndiQube in 2015, Meghna has focused on building workspaces that combine design, technology, and employee experience. From founding the company to taking it through
Bollywood’s leading ladies are proving they are more than just entertainers. In 2026, many are transforming stardom into business empires, swapping the silver screen for the boardroom. These women are not merely endorsing products; they are creating brands, disrupting industries, and inspiring a new generation of female entrepreneurs. Their
The global technology conversation increasingly revolves around platforms that can simplify digital interactions while maintaining transparency and user control. At the recent ET NOW Global Business Summit 2026 in New Delhi, one such conversation included representatives from Enso Webworks, where the company highlighted its approach to building a connected digital
Gold and silver prices in India are trading slightly lower today, with mild profit-booking after recent spikes driven by safe-haven demand amid heightened Middle East tensions involving the US, Israel and Iran. Domestic gold remains near record levels, while silver is consolidating after sharp volatility, keeping investor sentiment cautious but
