Long before Freshworks’ $1 billion IPO, Google had bet on the startup’s success

CapitalG’s long-term commitment to the SaaS startup began shortly after its first meeting with founder-CEO Girish Mathrubootham.

Ananya Bhattacharya, qz.com

· Sep 24, 2021 · 01:30 pm

This Indian startup became a unicorn in less than two years. Here’s how

Apna is yet to make any revenue. But that hasn’t stopped investors, both Indian and foreign, from making big bets.

Ananya Bhattacharya, qz.com

· Sep 20, 2021 · 01:30 pm

Should co-founder Gaurav Gupta’s exit be a cause of concern for Zomato?

As a public company, any shuffle within senior management will precipitate a reaction – and this time is no different.

Ananya Bhattacharya, qz.com

· Sep 15, 2021 · 07:30 pm

Panic and uncertainty: What the race to reduce delivery times means for workers

Companies argue that quick-delivery advancements are possible because of increasingly robust supply networks, and not increased pressure on drivers.

Ananya Bhattacharya, qz.com

· Sep 14, 2021 · 07:30 pm

With free food and flyers, US Sikhs fought hard against racism after the 9/11 attacks

While the community still battles everyday racism and tirelessly works to raise awareness, it has gained acceptance and respect in several spheres.

Ananya Bhattacharya, qz.com

· Sep 11, 2021 · 07:30 pm

How Byju’s became the world’s biggest ed-tech company during the Covid-19 pandemic

In the last year, the Indian unicorn has made a slew of buyouts that have helped it strengthen its core offerings.

Ananya Bhattacharya, qz.com

· Sep 03, 2021 · 01:30 pm

Want to live the American dream? Get the Covid-19 vaccine first

Starting October 1, all green card applicants will need to get coronavirus vaccinations to clear their immigration medical exam and obtain permanent residence.

Ananya Bhattacharya, qz.com

· Aug 30, 2021 · 01:30 pm

Amazon has picked a fintech startup as its first bet in India’s wealth management sector

Smallcase, which helps in stock market investments, boasts over 32 lakh users.

Ananya Bhattacharya, qz.com

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Mimansa Verma, qz.com

· Aug 28, 2021 · 01:30 pm

Delhi police’s facial recognition tech could make Muslims likelier targets

A key factor that makes the religious group vulnerable is the uneven distribution of police stations across the city, shows research.

Ananya Bhattacharya, qz.com

· Aug 25, 2021 · 01:30 pm

Ola’s biggest test in the electric scooter market will be its battle with Goliath Hero MotoCorp

By the start of next year, the world’s largest two-wheeler manufacturer is set to debut its electric bike model.

Ananya Bhattacharya, qz.com

· Aug 21, 2021 · 03:30 pm

As India’s tech startups boom, so does its venture capital industry

With bets paying off, domestic investors’ risk appetite is increasing.

Ananya Bhattacharya, qz.com

· Aug 15, 2021 · 01:30 pm

For Ola’s electric scooter to succeed in the long run, it will need more than just hype

Many factors, including some out of the company’s control, will decide the fate of the scooter.

Niharika Sharma, qz.com

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Ananya Bhattacharya, qz.com

· Aug 14, 2021 · 07:30 pm