This article is authored by Ajay Jain, chairman, IIM Calcutta Innovation Park Board. Globally, there are more than 150 million startups in active mode. As of March 31, 2026, India has over 2.23 lakh DPIIT-recognised startups, with over 55,200 entities registered in FY 2025–26 alone. The actual figure will be much higher. There is, however, […] Read More
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June 30 2026
May 29 2026
By Ajay Jain, Chairman, IIM Calcutta Innovation Park India’s climate response will depend less on global pledges and more on strengthening community-led, locally rooted solutions that help vulnerable regions adapt to a rapidly changing environment Let me be direct about something: India’s climate battle will not be won in conference halls, policy papers, or billion-dollar summits […] Read More
February 3 2026
By Ajay Jain, Chairman, IIM Calcutta Innovation Park The Union Budget 2026 makes an important statement. Women are no longer being viewed only as beneficiaries of welfare, but as active builders of India’s economic future. Two announcements stand out in this shift. The launch of SHE Marts to support women-led enterprises, and the commitment to establish girls’ hostels in […] Read More
October 22 2025
You’ve built your deck, crafted your story and hit send with hope. And then, silence! If you’ve been ghosted by investors, you’re not alone. Thousands of founders find themselves in the same spot every day, wondering where they went wrong. The truth? Unlike what many might believe, most investor silence isn’t personal, but structural. Let’s […] Read More
September 4 2025
India’s GST Council has recently unveiled one of India’s most transformative tax overhauls since the rollout of GST in 2017. The GST Reforms, coming into effect on September 22, 2025, don’t just mean cheaper goods for consumers, but could completely change how startups run their businesses, manage money and grow. Here’s an overview of what […] Read More
August 14 2025
The Problem that’s becoming a Billion-Dollar Opportunity What if the very thing we’ve been trying to get rid of turns out to be the thing that helps us move forward? It sounds like a plot twist. But that’s exactly what’s happening. Across labs, factories and farmlands, a new wave of climate-tech entrepreneurs is turning pollution […] Read More
June 3 2025
India’s defence sector is entering a new chapter—one where the focus is not just on protecting our borders, but on building the strength to do so with homegrown technologies. An apt example of this shift is the newly inaugurated BrahMos Aerospace Integration and Testing Facility in Lucknow, part of a larger national effort to ramp […] Read More
January 31 2025
In recent years, an increasing number of large corporations have been buying out successful startups instead of attempting to replicate their success. So, why are corporations opting for acquisitions rather than innovating from scratch? Let’s dive deep into the key factors driving this trend and explore how startups have been able to achieve remarkable success, […] Read More
November 19 2024
For entrepreneurs and innovators in the mobility sector, few experiences are as enriching as a firsthand visit to an industry leader’s manufacturing facility. Recently, the winners of Maruti Suzuki NURTURE Cohort 2.0 had an invaluable opportunity to visit the Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) Manesar Plant – one of the largest and most advanced automotive […] Read More
April 12 2024
In the ever-evolving landscape of entrepreneurship, a new breed of startups is making waves, not just in terms of profits but in creating meaningful social change. Over the past decade, India’s startup ecosystem has seen remarkable growth, addressing pressing issues while also contributing to economic development and job creation. Yet, amidst this progress, numerous opportunities […] Read More