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25 ARTICLES
The often overlooked suffering of employees in startup debacles
Every time a major startup goes under, it is the employees who are left jobless and waiting for dues to be cleared (if at all). Perhaps it is time founders and investors got their act together.
14 Jun 2025
Walmart looks into Dunzo CEO Kabeer Biswas’ appointment at Flipkart Minutes
The American retail giant has responded to concerns expressed by some former Dunzo employees over Biswas’ hiring, citing non-payment of salaries.
19 Jan 2025
Dunzo is over, but who’s responsible for the mess?
It is tough but not impossible to put a respectable end to a failed business. As creditors fight for their dues, Dunzo’s investors and management have a lot to answer for.
14 Jan 2025
Dunzo CEO and co-founder Kabeer Biswas to quit
Biswas is the last remaining co-founder of the cash-strapped company, which has struggled to keep up with its quick-commerce rivals.
02 Jan 2025
VCs on startup boards: what do they even do?
Indian startup boards have been repeatedly caught sleeping on the job in the face of irregularities, weak processes and unethical practices. A number of factors—ranging from emotion to self-interest—are to blame.
24 Nov 2024
How Dunzo blew Reliance’s money
The dismal FY23 numbers will make it difficult for the grocery delivery startup to win over investors; separately, a reality check for Pristyn Care.
09 Nov 2023
Reliance, Lightrock representatives, two co-founders exit Dunzo board
Co-founders Dalvir Suri and Mukund Jha have ceased to be directors, as have two executives from Reliance, which owns more than 25% in the startup.
03 Oct 2023
A note on Zepto’s $200 million fundraise
At a time when the quick commerce sector is reeling from the near collapse of one of its prominent startups, a fundraising round by another one stands out.
28 Aug 2023
In CaratLane’s Sacheti, underdog Chennai wins big, again
The jewellery firm founder’s successful exit shines a light on the Tamil Nadu capital’s startup track record; separately, Reliance may be getting ready to decide on Dunzo.
24 Aug 2023
Finally, a safety net for gig workers
Rajasthan’s new legislation is the first step towards the formalization of the gig economy.
28 Jul 2023