Ronnie Screwvala | Co-Founder, upGrad

IBT Awards 2024: upGrad Co-founder Ronnie Screwvala Among Top 20 CEOs

Ronnie Screwvala is not just a name in the business world; he is a pioneer whose entrepreneurial journey has left an indelible mark on the media, entertainment, and more recently, the online education industries. Co-founder of upGrad, India's largest online higher education company, Screwvala's career trajectory is a testament to innovation, foresight, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Jul 7, 2024
Sensex jumps more than 1,000 points on impressive GDP numbers (Ld)

Sensex closes above 80,000 for first time, Nifty at 24,302

Indian equity indices closed with marginal gains on Thursday following a volatile session. Sensex and Nifty made a new all-time high of 80,392 and 24,401 respectively, but the markets were unable to hold onto the higher levels as the day progressed. Jul 4, 2024
Start-up

Mega boost to Indian startup ecosystem; $7bn in H1 2024, domestic funding, demand set to drive growth

Indian startups received nearly $7 billion in funding in the first half of 2024, indicating potential for growth. This growth is driven by domestic funding and demand, similar to the success seen in Silicon Valley and China. The Indian FMCG sector's growth, driven by rural demand and government initiatives, serves as an example of the potential for domestic demand to drive growth in the startup sector. Jul 4, 2024