Log9’s Collapse: 4 Deeptech Startup Mistakes Every Indian Founder Must Avoid
India just gave deeptech founders more time. In February 2026, the government extended the “startup” window for deep tech companies […]
Lessons From India’s Most Dramatic Startup Pivot: How Captain Fresh Rebuilt From Zero
Imagine this: you’ve raised $90 million. Your investors believe in you. You’re operating in 20–25 Indian cities and your GMV
Why Early-Stage Startups Fail
The dream is intoxicating: launch a startup, disrupt an industry, join the ranks of Flipkart and Zomato. But behind every
Common Mistakes Startups Make in Their First Year & What to Do Differently
The first year is critical for any startup. It’s a period of experimentation, learning, and rapid adjustments. However, many founders
When a Startup Fails: A Conversation About Control, Clarity and Coming Back Stronger
Founder:Dr Malpani, I’ll be honest. This startup failing has hit me harder than I expected. I did everything right—or at
How AI Startups Fake Depth to take investors for a ride
1. They slap “AI” on basic automation If it’s: …they call it AI. Reality: That’s automation wearing a Halloween costume
Idea validation framework – Backed by 100+ founder interviews
The author interviewed 100+ venture backed early stage consumer startups and summarized his key takeaways on ‘How to validate your