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The future of retail in India: From kiranas to q-Commerce and the risk of irreversible dependency

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India’s retail landscape is undergoing one of the most dramatic transformations in its economic history. What began as a fragmented, relationship-driven ecosystem dominated by mom-and-pop kirana stores ...

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Why India isn’t building the next OpenAI or Deepseek – Is it a failure or a phase?

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From Roti to Robots, Ice Creams to Innovation & Delivery to Deep Tech: Understanding India’s startup journey through Maslow’s lens At the 2025 Startup Mahakumbh, ...

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India’s Holi Economy: How India’s festival of colors powers a multi-billion-dollar industry

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Holi, one of India’s most celebrated festivals, is widely recognized for its joyous spirit, vibrant colors, and cultural significance. However, beyond the revelry, Holi has ...

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The Reverse Flip: Why Indian Startups are moving back home

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For years, Indian startups have chosen to incorporate abroad—primarily in Singapore, the US, or the UAE—to tap into global capital markets, ease regulatory burdens, and ...

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India’s live music and entertainment industry: A ₹1,000-crore revolution in the making

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India’s live music and entertainment industry is undergoing a phenomenal transformation, emerging as a vibrant and fast-growing segment of the economy. Driven by changing consumer ...

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Tech trends shaping startups in India by 2025

Technology & Innovation, Trends, News & Updates

India’s tech landscape has been undergoing rapid transformation, driven by a young, tech-savvy population, robust government initiatives, and increasing digital adoption across sectors. Entrepreneurs looking ...

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Global Tech Trends that will shape 2025

Technology & Innovation, Trends, News & Updates

As we edge closer to 2025, the global landscape continues to be redefined by rapid technological evolution. Entrepreneurs looking to enter the startup ecosystem must ...

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How to start a semiconductor business in India: The ultimate guide for 2024

Technology & Innovation, Trends, News & Updates

As the world advances in digital technology, semiconductors, or “chips,” have become the foundation of almost every device we use, from smartphones and computers to ...

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The future of edtech: Key trends shaping the industry in India and globally

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The edtech (educational technology) industry is undergoing a dramatic shift, with projections estimating its global market size to reach $605.40 billion by 2027, growing at ...

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The Startup Competition Scam: How fake entrepreneurs are stealing millions from competitions

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I’ve been a passionate advocate for startups for as long as I can remember, having spent the last 16 years deeply embedded in the startup ...

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The rise of Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) brands in India: Key trends, growth insights, and future projections for 2024

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The Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) market in India is undergoing a significant transformation, reshaping the e-commerce landscape and presenting substantial growth opportunities for businesses. Sorin’s report, “The ...

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Types of Fintech Unveiled: Exploring the Spectrum of Financial Innovations

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In the ever-evolving landscape of the digital age, the fusion of finance and technology has sparked a revolution, transforming traditional financial services into a dynamic ...

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A comprehensive guide to setting up and scaling a Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) Brand

Trends, News & Updates, Startup & Entrepreneurship

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, the Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) business model is reshaping how brands interact with their customers. Traditionally, manufacturers and producers relied on ...

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The evolving landscape of Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) in India, 2023

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In recent years, the Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) market in India has undergone a transformative journey. From being a fledgling sector to becoming a formidable player in ...

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The State of Healthcare Startups in India: A Reality Check on Sustainability and Future Prospects

Startup & Entrepreneurship, Trends, News & Updates

The Indian healthcare startup ecosystem has undergone remarkable transformations, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, a careful analysis of the sector reveals ...

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Arnab Ray

Arnab Ray is an innovator, serial entrepreneur, early-stage startup investor, and business mentor with a strong presence in the startup ecosystem. He currently serves as the CEO at Array Innovative Services Pvt. Ltd along with ventures like BPlan Experts, iLogyx, PresentationGFX, Crazy about Startups, Vezume, Xprezio... Read More

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Startup Resolutions 2025
Free eBook – 2025 Startup Resolutions: Entrepreneur’s playbook to crush it this year

January 7, 2025

Startup Competition Scam
The Startup Competition Scam: How fake entrepreneurs are stealing millions from competitions

August 13, 2024

Why do competitors open their stores next to each other
Why do competitors open their stores next to each other?

July 19, 2023

Top 20 reasons for a startup failures
Top 20 reasons for Startup Failures and how to minimize them?

June 19, 2022

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The Startup Idea Validation Framework by Arnab Ray

May 5, 2020

Startup Funding – A comprehensive guide for Entrepreneurs

March 17, 2020

Future of Inidan Retail
The future of retail in India: From kiranas to q-Commerce and the risk of irreversible dependency

April 25, 2025

Startup Corporate Governance Guide
The ultimate guide to Corporate Governance for Startups: Building trust, scalability, and long-Term success

April 22, 2025

Startups ≠ Funding
Startups ≠ Funding: Wake up and smell the reality, Not the hype

April 10, 2025

Startup Mahakumbh Piyush Goyal
Why India isn’t building the next OpenAI or Deepseek – Is it a failure or a phase?

April 8, 2025

Arnab Ray's Blog

Arnab Ray is a seasoned entrepreneur, mentor, and early-stage investor deeply involved with the startup ecosystem. Arnab's extensive portfolio includes ventures like BPlan Experts, Crazy About Startups, and PresentationGFX. Beyond his business endeavors, he actively mentors and collaborates with prominent organizations, fostering entrepreneurship and innovation.

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