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led by entrepreneur Mehwish Salman Ali. Her pioneering effort has resulted in Zahanat AI, the country's first indigenous AI platform.
Hadia Seema
Journalist at LAFFAZ, Hadia Seema possesses a creative flair as a writer and poet. With a passion for research, storytelling, and the dynamic world of startups, she brings a unique perspective to business journalism. Hadia’s work delves into themes of beauty, identity, and self-expression, blending her love for language and the arts with her expertise in the startup ecosystem. A stalwart in the field, she excels at transforming complex business news into skimmable engaging content that resonates with readers of all levels.
Google to Pay $100 Mn in Advertising Lawsuit Settlement
Google has agreed to pay $100 million to settle a 14-year-old lawsuit alleging the company overcharged advertisers and failed to provide promised discounts.
Piyush Goyal’s remark on Indian Startups sparks debate: “Are We Happy Being Delivery Boys and Girls?”
Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal's recent remark at the Startup Mahakumbh 2025 in New Delhi has ignited a controversy in the startup ecosystem.
Byju’s Riju Ravindran Found Guilty of $533 Mn Fraud by U.S. Court
Last week, the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware delivered a summary judgment against Riju Ravindran, Think & Learn, and Camshaft Capital.
Ashish Chanchlani Questioned by Guwahati Police Over “India’s Got Latent” Controversy
The investigation stems from a contentious remark made by podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia during an appearance on Samay Raina's show.
Zepto CEO Aadit Palicha Refutes Zomato CEO’s Claims, Aims for IPO in 2025
On Tuesday, March 4, Zepto CEO Aadit Palicha called out Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal over claims that Zepto is losing ₹2,500 crore per quarter.
Sam Lake and Lucas Pope to Receive Top Honors at Game Developers Choice Awards 2025
Sam Lake, creative director of Remedy Entertainment, will be honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award. The Pioneer Award will be presented to Lucas Pope.
Perplexity AI Nears Completion of $50 Mn Venture Fund Focused on AI Startups
Perplexity AI, the California-based company behind a well-known AI search engine, is nearing the completion of a $50 million venture fund.
Shah Rukh Khan joins Gurugram-based Elan Group as the Brand Ambassador
Gurugram-based realty firm Elan Group has welcomed the Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan as its new brand ambassador.
Zomato Launches ‘Nugget’, AI-Powered Customer Support Platform for Businesses, Rebrands Parent Entity to ‘Eternal’
Zomato launches Nugget, an innovative AI-powered customer support platform. Renames its parent entity to 'Eternal Ltd.' as a part of broader strategy.
Reliance launches Campa Cola Brand in the UAE, Scores IPL Sponsorship
Reliance has launched its iconic soft drink brand, Campa Cola in the UAE; and scored a sponsorship deal of ₹200 crore for the upcoming IPL T-20.
Turkish Franchisee IS Gida files for Bankruptcy amid Financial Struggles, Cuts Ties with KFC and Pizza Hut
Turkish company IS Gida, which previously operated KFC and Pizza Hut in Turkey franchises, has filed for bankruptcy - cutting ties with KFC and Pizza Hut.
Mira Murati, Ex-CTO of OpenAI launches AI startup ‘Thinking Machines Lab’ with Top Talent from OpenAI, Meta, and Mistral
Mira Murati, the former Chief Technology Officer of OpenAI, has officially launched her new AI venture, Thinking Machines Lab.
Tesla Sets Sights on India, Begins Hiring and Plans Showrooms in New Delhi and Mumbai
US President Donald Trump has expressed concerns over Tesla's potential plans to build a factory in India, stating that it would be "very unfair" to the US.
Ranveer Allahbadia Controversy: Parliament Panel Pings I&B Ministry, Supreme Court Denies Urgency in Hearing
The controversy surrounding Ranveer Allahbadia stems from a recent episode of the show YouTube show "India's Got Latent", which featured popular YouTubers.
