11 Ways to Raise Funds for Startups in India

11 Ways to Raise Funds for Startups in India Many thinkers, inventors, and entrepreneurs have a business idea which can bring social change. The new products and services can solve the major problems in the society. You could build low-cost…

Alternative Investment Fund

Alternative Investment Fund Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) deeply influence the global financial system and economy with investment decision affecting the capital markets, companies and individuals. According to Securities and Exchange Board of India’s (SEBI) Regulation 2(1) (b), AIFs can be referred…

Gujarat Student Startup and Innovation Policy

Gujarat Student Startup and Innovation Policy Innovation is the key to the growth of every economy. It is present in every layer of the society. The youth of the country and the educational system plays a vital role in every…

Goa Startup Policy

Goa Startup Policy One of India's biggest strengths is the demographic richness of the country. However, this can be leveraged only when an appropriate ecosystem is formed and made accessible to the youth to meaningfully deploy their energies, skills and…

Definition of Startup

Definition of Startup The Honorable Union Minister, Suresh Prabhu, recently amended the definition of startup to simplify its exemptions under Section 56(2) (viib) of the Income Tax Act and provide relief from angel tax. The move is expected to relax…

Startup Odisha

Startup Odisha Startup Odisha, which goes by the tagline of “A New Wave of Innovation”, is a Government of Odisha initiative that seeks to develop a world-class “Startup Hub” in the State by the year 2020. Notably, the measure provides…

EoDB Grand Challenge

EoDB Grand Challenge Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) Grand Challenge was, launched by the Prime Minister on November 19, 2018 for resolving seven specific ease of doing business obstacles with the use of modern technologies. The Doing Business Ranking is…

Startup Funding

Startup Funding The total number of startups is rising in developed economies and emerging markets. Startup funding is a herculean task, especially in the beginning when the venture needs funding for more than a couple of rounds. Unless the entrepreneur…

Hostel License

Hostel License The hostel model of business is turning out to be a highly profitable venture as India's youth is increasingly flocking to the cities for educational and employment pursuits. These individuals, who are mostly bachelors, students or working citizens,…

Angel Funding for Indian Startups

Angel Funding for Indian Startups The Karnataka State Government, through the Department of Industries and Commerce, has announced Angel Funding for Indian startups. The angel fund will be disbursed to startups that are identified by a Committee headed by the…