I had the pleasure of reconnecting with Akash, the inspiring founder of Zypp Electric, whom I first met at the Shining MP Conclave, where we both had the honor of speaking. Akash’s journey, philosophy, and values-driven approach to business left a lasting impression on me, especially in how he engaged with young and budding startups. […]
I had the privilege of speaking and participating in the Shining MP Conclave 2024 at the iconic Jai Vilas Palace , where over 200 participants from the startup ecosystem came together to exchange ideas and insights. It was an honor to play a role in both the opening ceremony and the discussions on the pivotal […]
I had privilege of connecting with Manu , the visionary founder of Karya over the past two years—both in person and virtual discussions. Manu and Karya , who has been featured on the cover of TIME magazine, is on a mission to lift millions out of poverty using the power of AI and data. Karya […]
I first met Sanchit Agarwal and Aditi Mittal on a virtual call, introduced to me by Sanchit’s elder brother Amit Agarwal , a dear friend of mine for decades. As Ishani Chanana Talwar (my investment partner) and I were exploring investments using our Dil-Se Investment philosophy, a unique approach rooted in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and […]
A few days ago, I had the pleasure of meeting Vivek, the founder of Speedlabs, at the DLF Golf Club. Our two-hour conversation was filled with deep insights and meaningful reflections on the journey of Speedlabs, a company committed to democratizing education for students in Tier 2 and 3 towns across India. Speedlabs is on […]
I had insightful discussion with Himanshu Sharma and Nakul Kundra founders of Devnagri , we delved into some key points that are shaping their approach moving forward. Devnagri is a Gen AI company with a powerful mission: to personalize business communication by enabling seamless localization across 22 Indian languages. Their AI-driven platform offers innovative solutions […]
In the world of startups, founder ownership is often viewed as the key to success in value creation . Investors assume a higher stake equals greater commitment and autonomy. But the truth is, softer issues like trust, alignment, and vision can be just as critical if not more than ownership . Here’s why investors need […]
Over the past few years, I’ve had the privilege of closely observing Atul Pratap Singh , the founder of Jobsgaar, as he navigated through the complex landscape of creating meaningful employment opportunities in Tier-2 cities of India. His journey is a testament to resilience, as he has faced numerous challenges, including the company running out […]
After three years of engaging in virtual discussions, I finally had the pleasure of meeting Abhishek in person at the picturesque DLF Golf Resort Ltd . Despite Delhi’s infamous monsoon traffic extending his journey from the airport to a 90-minute ordeal, Abhishek arrived calm and composed. At 47, Abhishek’s youthful energy took me by surprise. […]
I had a chance to spend some time with my founder friends, Gaurav Rana and Shivangee Sharma of Yatrikart on a recent visit to Indore. On a cloudy day, Gaurav and Shivangee warmly came to my hotel. Their enthusiasm was palpable as they took me on a tour of their warehouse, office, and transit store. […]
