Hiring activities up 33pc in June: Naukri JobSpeak Index
Hiring in the hospitality sector witnessed an increase of 107 percent month-on-month, followed by the retail and auto sectors picking up by 77 percent each, the report sa
[Funding alert] Venture Catalysts invests in wellness startup Green Cure
Green Cure will utilise the funds to scale up operations and launch products in new categories
Karnataka startups launch six indigenous products to tackle COVID-19
Startups backed by Karnataka government have produced six made-in-India products to take the fight to coronavirus. All the products have been approved by the Indian Counc
COVID-19 impact: Effective performance management in the new normal
Performance management, often seen as an HR process, is actually a key business process that ensures individual and team goals dovetail into organisational goals.
Heres how COVID-19 could impact the short-term rentals space
While only few owners may be letting out during the pandemic period, we can expect an increase in short-term rentals as soon as demand rebounds.
How Rapido leveraged its tech capabilities to fight COVID-19
Online bike taxi startup Rapido reinvented itself with delivery services during COVID-19, extending its services to deliver essentials during the lockdown.
Indias edtech market will touch $1.7B by 2022: RedSeer and Omidyar Network report
A report by RedSeer and Omidyar Network says the coronavirus pandemic has proved to be one of the biggest game-changers for Indias edtech sector. Online education offerin
[Product Roadmap] This fintech startups core lies in bringing 'Simpl'icity to payments using tech
A product roadmap clarifies the why, what, and how behind what a tech startup is building. This week, we take a closer look at the fintech startup Simpl, which lets peopl
[Funding alert] Cybersecurity startup Securden raises $1.2M from Accel, Freshworks founder, others
Cybersecurity startup Securden, which has witnessed rapid adoption by enterprises across the world, will use the fresh funds for marketing, R&D, and customer support init
Coronavirus updates for July 7
Here's a roundup of YourStory's coverage today of how India and the world are dealing with the coronavirus pandemic.
Global aviation: Challenges, opportunities, and the roadmap to recovery
The new normal for airlines would mean nimbler teams, rethinking intelligence, and redefining revenue generation. What challenges does the aviation industry need to overc
Edtech startup Unacademy acquires PrepLadder for $50M
Founded in 2016, PrepLadder is an edtech platform that helps postgraduate students prepare for medical entrance exams. It has over 85,000 active users.
Zolo is also launching a uber-premium brand extension called Zolo Red Carpet to provide an elite experience, which will include wellness studios, all-day in-house cafes,
Know how to revive MSMEs with this online convening of eminent stakeholders
To spread awareness around key strategy recommendations for the sector among all relevant stakeholders, GAME National Task Force for MSMEs is presenting The MSME Transfor
Should brands speak up or steer clear of controversial topics?
With the proliferation of digital media into our lives, Twitter trends and viral content dictate when and where a brand engages with its audience. But should companies sp
Nearly 200 pc rise in cyber incidents in last couple of months, says senior official
During an interactive session organised by payments company EPS in Mumbai, Chief Information Security Officer Gulshan Rai urged people to be more careful about what they
This week, the CII Global Knowledge Summit features speakers from companies recognised for business excellence. The Knowledge Services Group of Afcons Infrastructure shar
8 Things To Do If You Dont Like Your Partners Family
Getting to know your partner's family members and developing a good rapport with them may make you feel nervous. While some people are luck
Meet Ratan Tata's 27-year-old assistant who launched a startup course for aspiring entrepreneurs
Shantanu Naidu, who has been working closely with Ratan Tata for two years, started an online talk based on his lifes lessons that he converts into entrepreneurial lesson
This healthtech startup is using AI and ML to speed up radiology scan results
Bengaluru-based healthtech startup 5C Network leverages technologies such as AI and ML to deliver faster scan results along with higher degree of accuracy
This SaaS startup is making financial management easy for over 45,000 businesses
With the introduction of GST, digital account-keeping and storage are crucial tools for entrepreneurs. Gurugram-based startup HostBooks is enabling that.
Online bike taxi startup Rapido extended its services to deliver essentials to people across various cities during the lockdown
[Techie Tuesday] How Kaushik Mukherjee went from Ola and Flipkart to B2B ecommerce unicorn Udaan
In this weeks Techie Tuesday, we feature Kaushik Mukherjee, Head of Engineering at B2B ecommerce unicorn Udaan. He speaks about his multifaceted tech journey, why he focu
Mylan gets DCGI nod for remdesivir in India, to launch at Rs 4,800 per vial to treat COVID-19
Mylan NV has received approval from DCGI to manufacture and market its remdesivir for restricted emergency use in the country for the treatment of COVID-19.
Here are some strategies for reviving the jewellery industry in the post-COVID-19 world
As everyone is gearing up for the post-COVID-19 world, the upcoming wedding season is a perfect opportunity for the jewellery industry to get back to their business, and
How Ather Energy is leveraging the Cloud to build and scale smart mobility solutions for India
Ather Energy Co-Founder and CEO Swapnil Jain speaks about how the right technology partner is key to growth
About 70 pc startups impacted by COVID-19: Survey
The survey highlights the need for an urgent relief package for startups including possible purchase orders from the government, tax relief and swifter tax refunds.
[Funding alert] Last mile distribution startup Frontier Markets raises $2.25M in Pre-Series A
The investment will be utilized by the Jaipur-based startup to launch a B2C platform for consumer purchasing, digital services, with its own branded product line, and pil
Aatmanirbhar Bharat call to help country capitalise on its inherent strengths: Venkaiah Naidu
The vice president said such initiatives by the Indian tech industry and professionals were truly praiseworthy as they not only demonstrated India's prowess in technology
Suniel Shetty partners with wellness brand BodyFirst, promotes Atmanirbhar Bharat
Suniel Shetty joins hands with BodyFirst, which offers nutraceutical and AYUSH products that cater to the wellness needs of every member of the Indian household.
[Funding alert] Four proptech startups from Brigade REAP's portfolio raise undisclosed amount
Four startups from Brigade REAP's portfolio including LiveSafe1, Aapka Painter, Renewate, and PropVR have raised an undisclosed amount of funding during the ongoing coron
A shift from the normal has a significant impact on children with intellectual disabilities, whose lives are largely governed by routine. Here is how they are adapting to
To commemorate five years of Digital India, Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad went LIVE with Indias tech entrepreneurs in a virtual event hosted by YourStory.
How data-analytics startup Near went from adtech to become a SaaS company
Founded by Anil Mathews, the Singapore and Bengaluru-based startup has built a large data resource, which can tell how consumers are behaving by location.
With partners like Delhivery and Shadowfax, Delhi-based startup Pickrr is simplifying logistics
During the coronavirus-led shutdown, Delhi-based startup Pickrr shifted its focus to make deliveries of essentials and maintain its pre-lockdown numbers.
This wealth-tech startup helps Indians invest in Google, Amazon, Facebook, and other US stocks
Wealth management startup Winvesta launched in India in March. It helps retail investors buy shares in S&P 500 companies through a mobile app.
Coronavirus updates for July 5
Here's a roundup of YourStory's coverage today of how India and the world are dealing with the coronavirus pandemic.
At the forefront of Indias healthcare system, ASHA workers soldier on unprotected and poorly paid
Every government health scheme, including the one to fight COVID-19, needs ASHA workers to implement it at the grassroots level. So why cant they at least be paid on time
CIIs Global Knowledge Summit features winners of the Most Innovative Knowledge Enterprise (MIKE) Awards. Richard Lobo of Tata Chemicals shares how the company achieved op
How this waste management startup pivoted to fight coronavirus
Pune-based sanitary waste management startup PadCare Labs developed two products to disinfect surfaces and objects using UV-C technology.
This Pune pet startup aims to be the one-stop destination for all pet needs
Pawfect is a pet-platform that provides everything that a pet parent will need, which includes grooming sessions, temporary stay, trainer, supplies, medicines, toys, vets
Coronavirus updates for July 4
Here's a roundup of YourStory's coverage today of how India and the world are dealing with the coronavirus pandemic.
The week that was: From rebooting corporate workspaces to a special townhall with a minister
This week, we tell how a cybersecurity startup is ensuring we remain safe in the era of digitisation, and how an app is bridging Indias literacy divide.
NASSCOM picks 17 deep tech startups under fourth cohort
Under the fourth cohort, 17 startups were selected, including Devnagri, Exxar, and Stylumia Intelligence Technology.
TikTok predicts over $6B loss from India's ban: Report
TikTok was downloaded 611 million times in India in this year's first quarter, equating to 30.3 percent of its total downloads worldwide in the quarter.
How COVID-19 is changing behavioural patterns of home buyers
The current lockdown situation has led to new consumer trends that have been noticeably altering the consumption of residential realty.
The US and New Delhi-based startup will utilise this funding for product development, and to increase its breadth of offerings for insurance and automotive players across