Calligo Technologies develops products and solutions for the growing HPC, AI, and Big Data computing workloads
Funds raised to be used for R&D expenses for Ver2.0 of silicon chip
The company has achieved a breakthrough by successfully designing the POSIT-based ver1.0 semiconductor chip
The company plans to expand its engineering talent and tech capabilities to build ver2.0 of the Silicon chip and establish partnerships
CalligoTech is an early recipient of the Design Linked Incentive (PDLI) grant from MEITY.
Calligo Technologies, a pioneering semiconductor startup, has raised $1.1 million in a pre-series A round led by Seafund and Artha Venture Fund.
CalligoTech’s products are focussed at Accelerating High Performance Computing (HPC) and AI` workloads with its innovative implementation of POSIT in silicon.
The funds raised will be used for R&D expenses for developing the ver2.0 Silicon chip and platform. In addition to the previous breakthrough with the POSIT-based ver1.0 silicon semiconductor chip, the company is also planning to further increase its engineering talent and tech capabilities to build ver2.0 Semiconductor products and establish partnerships with System-Integrators and OEMs/ODMs.
Founded by Anantha Kinnal, Rajaraman Subramanian, and Vinay N Hebbali, Calligo Technologies is focused on developing products and solutions for HPC, Big Data, and AI workloads. The company aims to solve the performance bottlenecks of computing needed for large-scale modeling and simulations in HPC systems and large-model training and inference needed in AI systems, a critical need in a market with large computational needs.
In the last 12 months, CalligoTech has collaborated with US universities, national laboratories, and supercomputing centers to improve access to tech talent and soft launch its operations in the US.
The company has also built an accelerator board, received First Pass Silicon Ver1.0, and started shipping to customers.
Commenting on the investment, Narendra Bhandari, General Partner, Seafund, says, “Compute requirement is growing exponentially across the globe. CalligoTech chips and platform improves performance and reduces data power consumption with their innovative approach. They have completed the full chip cycle from design to products in v1.0 and are accelerating to tapeout the nextgen silicon.”
Anantha Kinnal, Co-founder and CEO of CalligoTech adds, “Insatiable demand for computing for HPC/AI has thus far been addressed by adding more and more Hardware, without addressing computing efficiency at grass-root levels. POSIT is a game-changing invention for real-number representation, as it tackles this issue by enabling the use of fewer computing bits for the same or improved mathematical accuracy, higher energy efficiency, and an increase in dynamic range. Combining Posits with RISC-V, our current version of Silicon TUNGA – an Octacore RISC-V CPU – powers our accelerator card that can be added to any X86/ARM/PowerPC-based Servers. This is already enabling researchers worldwide to realize the usefulness of Posit-based computing.”
Speaking on the investment, Anirudh A Damani, Managing Partner of Artha Venture Fund, says, “With AI and HPC workloads growing exponentially, computing efficiency is more critical than ever. Calligo’s POSIT-based chips solve fundamental performance bottlenecks, enabling faster, more precise, and power-efficient computing at scale. As demand for large-scale modeling and AI training surges, we see POSIT as a game-changing innovation poised to become a new standard in computing.”
CalligoTech has modified RISC-V C/C++/gFortran/Python compilers, frameworks, and libraries to support Posits and generate Posit-enabled executables natively. Importantly, CalligoTech’s approach requires no source-level modifications to run HPC/AI applications.
“We are very excited to receive new investments from Seafund and Artha to build ver2.0 of our Silicon—a 64-core Posit-enabled RISC-V System-on-Chip for large-scale deployment for HPC/AI computing, “ Anantha added.
In the next 12-18 months, the company plans to capture the market by allowing customers to experience its current product and tape out its System-on-Chip (ver2.0 of Silicon) for high-volume manufacturing.
According to Custom Market Insights, India’s Semiconductor Market was valued at USD 6.67 Billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 14.09 Billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 10.1% during the forecast period 2024 – 2032. CalligoTech is well-positioned to become a global leader with a substantial market to build.
About Calligo Technologies
Calligo Technologies is a Bangalore-INDIA-based start-up focused on developing products and solutions serving HPC, Big Data, and AI/ML segments to global marquee enterprises. The leadership team comes with a collective experience of more than 100+ years with wide exposure to Semiconductor designs, Systems, Storage, and Software. CalligoTech is focused on solving performance bottlenecks of computing needed for large-scale modeling and simulations in HPC systems and large-model training & inference needed in AI systems.
CalligoTech believes that Posit is a game-changing, disruptive invention at grass-root levels that can create new Standards for computing. About 30B computing devices today are expected to explode to 50B by 2028, primarily due to new mobile, automotive, embedded, and IoT segments. Posit-based computing has enormous potential as it forms the fundamental building block across key verticals, such as Data Analytics, Cognitive Computing through Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Security, Robotics, Computer Vision, Finance, Autonomous Vehicles, Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, etc.
About Artha Venture Fund:
Artha Venture Fund is India’s first early-stage microVC fund, backed by Artha India Ventures. Artha Venture Fund-I has invested in marquee companies like Agnikul, Everest Fleet, Daalchini, GetWork, and InstaAstro, among 32 others, that formed part of Fund I. This investment is warehoused for Artha Venture Fund II, which will be announced shortly.
About Seafund
Seafund is a Category 2 Alternate Investment Fund (AIF) early-stage focused technology fund with Deeptech as a core focus. The fund provides Capital to mission-driven teams building Technologies of Tomorrow and brings its Commitment, Network, and Experience to each of their investments. Seafund has invested in Spacetech, EV Infra, AI powered Saas, Robotics backing passionate growth oriented founders.
Seafund is run by a founding team comprising Manoj Kumar Agarwal, Mayuresh Raut, and Narendra Bhandari as General Partners. They bring rich experience in investing, building and selling technological products, Global GTM and a rich network of domain experts and business leaders. This core team has lived and breathed building businesses across multiple B2B environments.
Piyush Goyal, the Union Minister for Commerce and Industry, established a special “Startup India Desk” on April 5 that serves as a helpline for nascent Indian business owners. The statement was made by Piyush Goyal during his remarks at the Startup Mahakumbh 2025. The helpline will be established by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), according to the official statement. According to the announcement, the four-digit toll-free helpline will also be available in a number of regional languages. On social media site X (previously Twitter), Piyush Goyal shared a video of his remarks at the Startup Mahakumbh, claiming it was a “new helpline to assist startups”.
Giving More Power to Country’s Startup Sector
The minister is heard in the video urging startup creatorsand stating that he will open a desk at “Start-up India” in his ministry that will serve as a hotline for any entrepreneur from across the nation. He went on to say that all they have to do is phone the helpline if an official is bothering them, if they have any recommendations, if they think the laws need to be changed, if they have created anything that calls for new rules, or if they are dealing with corruption or bribery requests. All these issues can be resolved by just calling the helpline number.
What You Need to Access the Helpline Number?
A dedicated Startup India Desk will be established at the Ministry of Commerce & Industry. This desk will act as a helpline for startups throughout India, accessible through a straightforward 4-digit toll-free number. The support will be offered in regional languages, as per the official announcement made by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. There are currently no additional details available. The toll-free number and other information will probably be made public by the ministry through official means shortly. Additionally, Piyush Goyal announced the second Fund of Funds for Startups (FFS), which will offer early-stage funding to new business owners who frequently struggle to obtain conventional sources of funding.
This year, the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) would receive the first tranche of INR 2,000 crore from the approved FFS, which has a capital of INR 10,000 crore. He went on to say that a sizeable amount of the fund would be set aside for deep-tech innovative firms and small business seed funding. According to the statement, the fund will support the development of cutting-edge technologies where lengthy gestation periods and high capital requirements may become obstacles, including robotics, precision manufacturing, biotech, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), quantum computing, and semiconductor design.
This article has been contributed by Ms Pritika Singh, CEO at Prayag Hospitals Group.
The healthcare sector experiences unique difficulties. Medical facilities and hospitals have to continue to be economically viable while putting first the well-being of their patients. This balance becomes particularly complicated in India because of the country’s diverse economic groups, changing regulatory landscape, and increasing dependence on technology for management and treatment.
Revenue Models in the Hospital Industry
Multiple revenue models are used by hospitals to determine their long-term viability. According to TechSci Research, the Indian hospital industry has been projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.64% from its 2024 valuation of USD 108.57 billion towards USD 197.31 billion by 2030. This growth indicates the increasing demand for hospital services as well as the difficult financial environment these facilities must operate in.
The fee-for-service system, whereby patients pay for their own treatments, consultations, and procedures, is one of the most predominant models in India. While this approach guarantees money flow, it sometimes encourages the overuse of medical tests and procedures. Because it supports efficiency and cost control, hospitals are starting to use bundled payments, in which they charge an upfront amount for a treatment cycle.
Value-based care is another recent development which encourages hospitals to focus on enhancing patient outcomes rather than simply service volume. Private healthcare facilities frequently opt for insurance-driven models, which leave a significant percentage of the population dependent on out-of-pocket expenses regardless of whether they are advantageous for insured patients. By giving coverage to those who are economically disadvantaged and increasing hospital accessibility nationwide, government initiatives like Ayushman Bharat have tried to close this gap.
Cost-Effective Healthcare Without Compromising Quality
One of the largest issues facing the sector is still trying to create the right balance between affordability and maintaining high standards of care. With investments in AI, telemedicine, and digital health records improving service delivery, India’s healthcare system has gone through considerable modernisation. In remote locations, telemedicine, in particular, has transformed healthcare access. Expert consultations are no longer limited to major cities because of the connectivity between rural areas and urban medical centres. By using telehealth, hospitals lower costs for patients who would otherwise have to pay for travel and lodging in order to receive medical care.
The rising incidence of non-communicable diseases in India has given rise to the emergence of specialty hospitals with an emphasis on cardiology, orthopedics, and cancer. By investing in modern technology that minimises human error and standardises treatment processes, these hospitals improve operational efficiency. Data-driven patient management, AI-assisted diagnostics, and robotic surgery have enhanced accuracy yet preserved cost-effectiveness.
Mental health services continue to be underfunded despite these recent changes. The World Health Organization estimates that India’s burden of mental health issues stands at 2443 disability-adjusted life years per 100,000 people, with an age-adjusted suicide rate of 21.1 per 100,000. Between 2012 and 2030, the economic loss due to mental health conditions is projected at USD 1.03 trillion. Government policies such as the Mental Health Policy (2014) and the Mental Healthcare Act (2017) provide a framework for integrating mental health into primary healthcare. However, hospitals must invest more in psychiatric units, counselling services, and rehabilitation centers to address the growing demand for mental health support.
Simplifying administrative expenses is also required for cost-effectiveness in healthcare. AI-driven healthcare management systems that automate scheduling, cut down on paperwork, and improve billing transparency are currently being adopted by hospitals more frequently. By reducing waiting lists and administrative problems, these steps not only save money on operating expenses but also improve the patient experience.
Innovation and Investment Opportunities in Healthcare
India’s hospital sector is seeing investment, predominantly in digital health, artificial intelligence, and medical infrastructure. AI-powered diagnostics are enhancing the accuracy of disease detection, while machine learning models predict patient deterioration, allowing for timely intervention.
Healthcare improvements have also been pushed by the increasing popularity of connected medical devices. Doctors may remotely track chronic illnesses with the help of IoT-enabled gadgets that collect health data in real time. This is particularly crucial when it comes to managing conditions that need constant observation, including diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. These developments reduce the demand for emergency care services and hospital readmissions.
Since both public and private organisations have come to understand the need for top-notch medical facilities, investments in hospital infrastructure have also risen significantly. The Indian hospital industry generated INR 7,940.87 billion in FY21 and will continue to rise at a CAGR (compound annual growth rate) of 18.24% to reach INR 18,348.78 billion by FY27, according to the Government’s Invest India report.The development of cities, increasing health insurance penetration, and increasing healthcare awareness are the main drivers of this expansion.
Public-private partnerships, or PPPs, are also impacting how healthcare is delivered in India. Government-funded initiatives and private hospitals have been working together to give people access to healthcare, especially in tier-2 and tier-3 cities. This structure improves healthcare penetration in underprivileged areas while ensuring private businesses’ financial stability.
Medical tourism offers yet another profitable investment opportunity. India has become an increasingly common choice for foreign patients looking for reasonably priced, excellent medical treatment. Patients from the Middle East, Africa, and even advanced nations seeking more affordable options are drawn to procedures like orthopedic interventions, cosmetic surgery, and cardiac surgery. This opportunity is being seized by hospitals that are investing in concierge services and specialist international patient departments.
The healthcare system in India is undergoing an immense change. A balance between ethical patient care and economic viability must be maintained by hospitals. Accessibility must continue to be a primary focus of healthcare development, even when business patterns and treatment approaches are transformed by technology. Quality does not have to be compromised for affordability, and India’s healthcare sector has shown that efficiency and innovation can coexist.
The primary focus should be on integrated healthcare models that incorporate advanced treatment choices, early diagnosis, and preventive care. This requires expenditures on workforce development, infrastructure, and research-based solutions. India’s healthcare system can have an economically viable and ethically responsible future if hospitals continue their focus on effectiveness without neglecting patient care.
An entrepreneur aspires to business ideas with low investments that are capable of churning massive revenue. He or she searches for every possible way to have the business run smoothly and increase revenue; i.e., profitability is the end goal.
The young and dynamic individuals of today want to start their own ventures rather than work for someone else. They look for small-scale opportunities with a huge turnover. ‘Return on Investment’ or ROI has become a predominant factor in setting up any kind of business. It’s a weighing scale that ultimately decides whether to go ahead or not.
A common misconception is that earning huge profits requires serious investment in the form of money, labor, equipment, etc. It’s definitely not the case if one is aware of the plethora of business ideasthat can be started with minimum investment.
Discussed below are some of the most profitable small investment businesses in India. They are not heavy on your pocket and can yield great returns with time.
According to the KPMG report titled “Market Study of Online Matrimony and Marriage Services in India,“- the Indian Matrimony business is a highly unorganized industry in India valued at ₹3.68 trillion. Despite having such an unorganized sector, it is 4th largest industry in India.
Steps to start a Wedding Planner Business
Weddings constitute a big industry in India. The “big fat Indian wedding” never goes out. To become a wedding planner, you need to have amazing networking skills, creativity, and a spontaneous decision-making ability. Initial projects may not pay you much, but with time, you will grow by leaps and bounds.
2. Technical Freelancer
Investment required: INR 0
If you have logical thinking, analytical skills, and knowledge of any programming language, you can try out technical freelancing. For example, if you know how to create and beautify websites, promote your website development services on platforms like Fiverr and Freelancer.
What kind of investment will you need? Perhaps you can pay for online courses and certifications to improve your credibility and knowledge. And with a plethora of resources available for free on the internet, you can get started with technical freelancing with zero investment.
3. Gym or Fitness Center
Investment required: INR 5 lakh to INR 10 lakh
We live in a world where we often forget to take care of our bodies, resulting in worse physical conditions. To avoid such conditions, we prefer going to gyms or fitness centers. Starting a gym with a minimum amount of necessary equipment in a good place will definitely turn out to be a profitable business idea.
According to Statista.com, the health and fitness market worldwide is expected to grow at a rate of 7.67% annually between 2023 and 2030. It means that in 2030, the market size of health and fitness will be 169.7 billion USD.
4. Yoga and Meditation Center
Investment required: INR 5 lakh to INR 30 lakh
With that busy schedule, hectic life, and a lot of work stress, nobody can live a healthy life. Your Yoga and meditation center will help people to fight all these never-ending problems.
According to future market insights, the Yoga and meditation market is expected to grow to US$ 20,532.44 million by 2032.
Apart from that, it is also a very profitable business idea. The investment will just be a good place and some workers (optional). You can also hire a trainer if you don’t have knowledge of Yoga and meditation.
The development of present-generation technologies requires many mechanical and electrical goods. Therefore, the establishment of a garage for servicing vehicles or the sale of any electrical goods finds profit in present times. Although the business involves some amount of investment, the profit accrued is always higher. It is one of the low-cost business ideas with high profit.
6. ECommerce Websites
Investment required: INR 1 lakh to INR 10 lakh
Online shopping is the new era trend. It is the easiest way of shopping and getting the best product from thousands of options. All you need is a website and the products you want to sell, it can be anything like jewelry, shoes, or even everyday household items.
Blogging is one of the best business ideas with low investment that can give you a high profit. Your investment is only in the form of the ability in writing a blog, an Internet connection, and a laptop or PC. It’s very simple but it can deliver high profits.
If the blog you create ranks first on Google, then the blogger can be paid by Google. This is really beneficial and easy to start. Moreover, blogging is being done by many people, and they are earning filthy money without any investment.
8. Online Surveys and Captcha Solving
Investment required: NA
An earning mechanism not at all painstaking, completing surveys and solving captchas can generate revenue while staying at home. The skills required include basic English knowledge, knowledge about numbers, and the internet. The earnings may seem small, but when accrued, the time and effort show the results. It’s important to know that scammers are widespread in this domain.
So, do careful research before signing up for survey companies to avoid indulging in illegitimate ones. Also, if the company is asking for registration fees, then that’s your cue to know it’s a fraudulent site. You can also Google “scam” after mentioning the website name, and you will get all the information needed.
Did you know that selling .com and other web domains is a lucrative field? But expertise and initial investment are required before stepping into the shoes of a domain trader. The job revolves around identifying domains that hold potential, waiting for the right opportunity, and then selling it to interested parties, usually companies and organizations. Here, you have to be creative and also have to research a lot.
You need to search for the brands that you think are going to be popular after one or two years, then buy a domain name by the name of the brand. When the brand becomes famous, they have to buy the domain name from you at a price you decide, and that’s how you will make money. It is one of the most profitable low cost business ideas.
You can purchase domain names from GoDaddy, Namecheap, or any other website.
Coming across pictures with bookmarks such as Photobucket and ShutterStock holds significance for a reason—high-quality images can be sold online for a great price.
You have to submit photos to such sites, and when people purchase the same from these platforms, you will get paid as per the price set. You can start this business without any major investment.
If the camera quality of your smartphone is good then you are all set to go. But you have to make sure that you are uploading high-quality pictures. Otherwise, you will not be able to make money by selling photos online as those pictures will be used on a website and other online platforms.
11. E-book Publishing
Investment required: INR 10,000 to INR 50,000
E-books and PDFs can generate cash if they have the substance and ingenuity to stand out. Amateur and experienced authors can use online publishing not only to showcase their talent but also to earn money through sales.
If you are an amateur, then you can use Kindle Direct Publishing to start your fiction and promote it online. Many authors are making a lot of money simply by selling their books online. You can publish your e-books without any investment. It is a business with low investment.
12. Podcasts
Investment required: INR 50,000 to INR 1 lakh
Audio and video sessions constitute podcasting, though it’s generally audio files that make up the majority. Podcasts are digital files that subscribed users can download or listen to online.
You can start your Podcasts just by using your smartphone and earphones. But before starting your Podcast channel make sure that you have something that can give value to the people.
You can earn money by including advertisements either at the beginning, middle, or end of the session. Audiobooks are another form of Podcast. People like to listen to audiobooks more than read a book. You can create a website where you can sell your audiobooks; that way you can earn a huge amount of money both from the website traffic and also by selling the audiobooks.
Stock Trading is a great option to earn a huge amount of money. You can start Stock Trading with low investment and make that money work for you. But before you start Stock Trading, gather knowledge about the share market as much as possible. Only then will you be able to make money by trading stocks.
This is a high-risk, high gamble field and requires experience, acumen, and luck. There are millions of success stories as well as disheartening ones. Go for trading only when you can bear the brunt of falling on your face. This also requires some skills to earn a good amount of income.
14. Influencer
Investment required: INR 0
If you have a massive number of followers on social media and they are dedicated to your posts, then you can start promoting products from various companies and can get paid for the promotions.
If you can generate more sales for the company, there are chances that you can turn out as their brand ambassador. People are getting heavily paid for it. Also, if you are a good model cum influencer, you can catch the eye of modeling companies and get a kick start to your career. It is one of the top small investment ideas in 2025.
15. Mobile Food Service
Investment required: INR 5 lakh to INR 10 lakh
Either you contact some restaurant or cook yourself. All you need is a delivery boy or more (depending on the demand) and vehicles. Give the service on time and most importantly serve tasty food.
Business ideas with low investment and high profits
16. Recruitment Services
Investment required: INR 5 lakh to INR 10 lakh
You can start your own firm for providing recruitment services to other companies. Contact companies and find people who need jobs. You will just have to connect them both.
17. Event Organizer
Investment required: INR 50,000 to INR 5 lakhs
Starting a small company which organizes events could be a good idea but this may need special ability and workers for the same. The most important skills for this business are your personality and event management skills.
Just like wedding planning, it requires a large amount of hard work to acquire the first clients in an event management business and the scale is dependent on the value that is added to the initial set of clients, as word-of-mouth is a huge source of publicity in both businesses. However, event management can grow faster as it caters to a larger audience, whereas wedding planning deals with a niche vertical. From birthday parties to client meetings in corporate companies, are all handled by professional event managers.
In fact, many event planners start their businesses working from home. This can be a great model for setting up an event-planning business as it keeps overhead costs down in those critical early stages of business and can maximize productivity.
18. Social Media Services
Investment required: NA
Social media services business includes services like Ghostwriting for businesses, posting on blogs, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter accounts & Facebook pages. Overall, you need to take care of a brand’s social media presence. It is a one-time investment business.
19. Interior Designer
Investment required: INR 50,000 to INR 5 lakhs
There is a significant number of people belonging to the creamy layer of wealth in our country. They are willing to spend heavily on expensive mansions, full facilities, and the luxury to express their level. Hence, furniture is one of the most valued products in an interior. It is the best ROI business
The amount spent on these luxury interiors is high, and therefore, the level of expectation is also high. The style, design, and quality of the interior elements that make up the value of the product are the factors that every decoration storekeeper should prioritize.
An Interior design business could be the best deal with low investment, but this may need special skills. This kind of business is very suitable for someone who is familiar with and passionate about interior design. An interior designer has a creative side for art and aesthetics and gets paid for providing the same to their clients. Therefore, it must be of good taste and match that of the potential customer.
If you deal with unique, fancy, and stylish furniture and can target the right people, then the profit margins in this business are very high. You can also do only design work from home.
20. Grocery Store
Investment required: INR 10 lakhs – INR 20 lakhs
Grocery is the most needful business for the selling of different goods that humans need daily. This is a profitable and no-loss business, as grocery is the daily basic need for all humans. Just invest a small amount of capital to buy some inventory from a seller and sell it in the market. You can purchase every product sold. You can start from a small grocery shop and gradually expand as per need.
21. Coaching Class
Investment required: INR 10 lakhs – INR 50 lakhs
The business of education will never stop. Nowadays, due to fierce competition, students preparing for competitive exams need some guidance for the preparation so they join coaching centers. These coaching centers are evergreen low investment businesses with higher profits which help in spreading knowledge and train students to become adept in clearing competitive examinations.
However, you just have to make sure you have an in-depth knowledge of the subject and explain the topic well to the students. Not only do you need to teach Maths or science, but if you are a professional in sports, you can start acting as a professional sports coach. Looking at its popularity, coaching is one of the best low-investment businesses in India.
22. Mobile Shop
Investment required: INR 1 lakh – INR 5 lakh
Starting a small mobile shop is a profitable business idea. With an increasing number of mobile phone users, a well-stocked mobile store in a good locality has a high probability of turning profitable.
23. Translation Services
Investment required: NA
You need specialization in one or two languages you speak fluently or to hire other translators who know multiple languages, for this business.
24. Mobile / Computer Repairing
Investment required: INR 1 lakh – INR 5 lakh
Technology is an inevitable component in today’s time. It is now a necessity and not a luxury. Learning how to repair devices such as laptops and computers is a one-time investment. Take the necessary diploma/education and get your hands dirty.
Every vendor selling mobiles and PCs has a small space in the corner of his store that is for the repair guy. No, you’re not being asked to go and sit there but you can do the same and start this business at home with a small investment.
25. Driving School
Investment required: INR 10 lakhs – INR 15 lakhs
To start a driving business, you need some cars and a good team of drivers who can teach driving. Or you can just contact your friends, neighbors, etc., if they want to learn to drive. Some people even bring their own car and ask people to teach them to drive. Thus, driving school makes for a great high-profit business. You can start your own driving school business today with low capital and earn high profits.
26. Car Parking
Investment required: INR 50 lakhs – INR 90 lakhs
Having a huge space for providing safe and secure car parking will be the best deal. Investments required will be in hiring security guards, installing security cameras, and organizing the parking area properly. It is one of the top small investment business ideas.
27. Public Speaking Lessons
Investment required: INR 0
Stage fright is a fear that strikes a chord with every individual. Some are born with the inherent ability to converse with confidence but some of us are devoid of this skill in childhood. If you’ve got the knack of speaking in front of a large audience with clarity and elegance that makes people jealous, then this attribute of yours can help rake in some moolah while improving the lives of others.
28. Dance Classes
Investment required: INR 10 lakhs to 25 lakhs
If you are very good at dance, then you can think of starting a dance academy, which is a very good business idea with a minimum budget. Many parents look for a good dance class for their children. Related to the earlier business, music and dance classes are immensely popular. There is no dearth of the genre to choose from. All you need is a room for dance lessons. Businesses of these kinds gain traction as time passes. So, perseverance is of utmost importance. It is a low investment, high return business.
29. Baby Sitter
Investment required: INR 30,000
If you start a business baby keeping in the metro city you will surely see success very soon. Most of the people in the metro cities of India are very busy. So, people will definitely buy your services.
30. Courier Company
Investment required: INR 50,000 to INR 5 lakhs
Many people today look for better shipping costs and timely delivery. If you think you can run and manage a courier company then this business is for you. It is one of the best small profitable business ideas.
The consultancy firm includes agents who help people in getting things done. A consultancy works to reduce people’s workload and involves zero investment with higher profits. The best example of a consultancy service is TATA in India.
Legal, financial technical the plethora of fields means it’s best to generalize this broad category for this category of business. Experience and success in your niche dictate the profitability you’re going to enjoy.
With more and more people coming online for the first time who wants to rank number on Google, Digital marketing consultancy is at an all-time high. With a good knowledge of Search Engine Optimization or social media, you can easily set up a digital marketing consultancy firm and help the business grow in the minimum time required.
33. Dietary Consultancy
Investment required: NA
With more and more people trying to fit in and be smart than ever in India, dietary consulting has become a very important service. If you can learn food dietary and nutrition you can make good money with low investment.
It is a low investment high-profit business idea with the largest amount of clients coming from central government services and public limited companies. If scaled, you can convert your small business into a big logistics company.
35. Ice Cream Parlour
Investment required: INR 50 lakhs
Starting an ice cream parlor is another good business idea, to begin with.
Starting an ice cream parlour is a great low-investment business idea. You can begin with a small shop or even a kiosk near schools, parks, or busy areas. To keep costs low, partner with local or branded ice cream suppliers instead of making your own. Focus on popular flavours and offer simple toppings. Basic equipment like a freezer and serving tools will be needed, and your total setup can cost between INR 50,000 to INR 2 lakhs. Promote your parlour on social media and offer opening discounts to attract customers. With a fun vibe and good service, it can quickly become a local favourite.
36. Content Writing and Copy Writing
Investment required: INR 0
Websites ought to have content to obtain much-needed traffic (yeah, there are exceptions). Anyone with a flair for writing great content can generate a secondary source of income by delivering articles, columns, and whatnot for websites.
The magnitude of clients and amount earned per write-up may be less initially but once the flow sets in, the sky is the limit. Sound knowledge of the language and its intricacies is the primary requirement. And this has to be complemented by innovation and inventiveness.
Also, you can apply for content writing jobs from various job application sites and can work for companies. Internshala provides a lot of such jobs of content writing, that too work from home.
With the increasing number of websites, the need for content writers is also increasing day by day. In India, the pay of a content writer is too low but if you think that the quality of your content is best. You can start content writing for international companies and can make a career as a content writer.
When you have a skill, why let it go to waste? Can you create amazing websites? Teach your native language like a pro? Write catchy and interesting articles. If you have any kind of talent, start freelancing to earn money online without any investment.
Freelancing refers to an individual who is self-employed and working solely based on the fees given. If you are a freelancer, then you don’t have to be particularly associated with an individual company and you can work with various companies, allowing yourself to get more exposure.
Websites such as Upwork, Fiverr, and LinkedIn are where this talent can earn some being. If you are not interested in such websites, you can create your own website or can create your social media profile to promote your freelancing skills to attract customers.
The biggest obstacle has to be presenting a testament to one’s knowledge because the platforms ask for concrete evidence to demonstrate one’s proficiency in the niche field chosen for freelancing. You have to build a portfolio before you start your freelancing journey. Now the competition is too tough but if you have a strong portfolio you can win the race.
Book lovers always buy multiple books, thus, making the idea of a starting bookstore attractive.
39. Computer Trainer
Investment required: INR 5 lakhs to INR 10 lakhs
If you are good at providing computer training this could be a good business idea to educate about computer operation which is a must in today’s world.
40. Online Store
Investment required: INR 10 lakhs to INR 30 lakhs
Many people prefer to shop in online stores. This is because they do not have to bother to come to the store to buy something. Simply by using their mobile, they can buy the products they want and the product will reach their home immediately.
It can become an opportunity for you to do business in the field of online stores. You do not need to invest by buying products, just by selling other people’s products. Thus, you can earn high profits.
The travel agency is a link between the traveler or tourist and the principal suppliers such as tour packages, hotels, airlines, etc. The tourism industry is one of the fastest-growing industries in our country. The tourist attraction points bring more and more people exploring these places while taking vacations and traveling.
With the spin of globalization across the world, it is easier to travel around countries now. It is more accessible and requires less time to roam any country – and the same is the case with India. It is a great time to start a travel agency since there is such a huge client base to cater to.
42. Security & Spy Agency
Investment required: NA
With growing security needs you can start your own security agency another good option is to work as a spy.
43. Data Entry
Investment required: NA
Many companies today earn money by doing data entry work, so you may start providing services like this.
44. Resume Writer
Investment required: INR 0
If you are good at designing a resume and have a deep knowledge of the subject you can become a resume writer.
45. DJ Services
Investment required: INR 5 lakhs to INR 10 lakhs
Disk jockey service is a part-time innovative business idea. People look for DJs on multiple occasions. If you are very good at music, you can rock this business
Business in the field of music is a very profitable low investment business. You can earn a lot of profit from this business. All you need to capitalize on is expertise in music and having a musical instrument such as a piano or guitar.
If you do not have a building to open music classes, you can open this class in your home. You can take advantage of the empty garage to make a music class so that your students can comfortably learn.
47. Laundry
Investment required: INR 5 lakhs to INR 10 lakhs
Laundry is one business that can be started with small capital, that is easy to handle and quickly get into the public market. Many people seek these services in their daily lives. The laundry business a business that is suitable for you because you have enough to capitalize on the washing machine and detergent alone.
There is already a lot of laundry business that has been successful. Do you want to follow their success? If yes then start with this low-investment business idea which could return a high profit.
Web designing is a good business to start with a low investment. Web designing services are needed now. You just have investments in the form of a laptop or PC and Internet networks. A job as a web designer only includes web designing and content. You can do this job easier when you are equipped with the knowledge, expertise, and experience in this arena.
You can also work at home as a freelance web designer. Because the business of web designing is needed by the people, so many people are looking for it and pay dearly to those who provide these services. This business doesn’t involve any investment. Although your skills in web development decide your pay scale for projects you undertake.
One business that is most preferred by people today is affiliate marketing. No need for high investment, you can sell other people’s products. Promoting a merchant’s product or services through some link provided (aka affiliate link) is the core of this kind of marketing. The interested individual signs a deal with a merchant like Clickbank, CJ, Flipkart, Amazon, etc. through its affiliate program, and receives a link in return.
The candidate promotes the link on social media and other platforms, and whenever a user clicks on the link, he/she is directed to the merchant’s portal. Any purchase done on the portal through this link is considered a sale done by the affiliate marketer (in this case, you), and the merchant tracks all the sales done by the affiliate marketer.
The number of sales and the transaction amount involved determine the commission. You can start affiliate marketing without any investment. But affiliate marketing needs a strong virtual presence to garner the needed attention and awareness. If you have a small audience and if the audience trusts you then you can sell them anything you want.
50. Xerox Book Binding
Investment required: INR 1 lakh to INR 3 lakh
Many college and school areas in India, don’t have this facility and this could be a potential business in that area.
51. Real Estate Agent
Investment required: INR 0
The cost of land keeps increasing every day and people are unable to find one that satisfies their needs. This is where real estate agents can pitch in as helpers to search for the best deals.
Being a real estate agent or broker is extremely beneficial. You can put up tariffs to find a potential buyer or look for real estate required by prospective. It takes just communication tools and proficiency in speaking to please customers and make money.
Everyone knows about YouTube. Many famous personalities got their fame just because of YouTube. All you need to do is start a YouTube channel, create your videos, and publish them. The more often you upload the more viewers you get and the more you earn from online advertisements.
Make-up tutorials, fashion tips, and tricks, educational content, enticing videos, comedy vlogs, inspirational videos, etc. dominate the scene on YouTube. However, for YouTube’s popularity, you should have patience and cleverness along with talent. Then, maybe you can be the next name on the list of famous YouTubers.
53. Cooking Classes
Investment required: INR 0
Whether you are a housewife or a cooking maniac, you can easily start it in your own kitchen with all your favorite recipes. Investing a lot is not necessary. Just start your cooking class, get the groceries, advertise a bit, and start earning.
54. Business Broker
Investment required: INR 0
This is the term where there is no initial investment. Just like Quikr and eBay do get the people who want to sell their used products and connect them to those who want to buy those used products. Get the commission when the deal is exchanged.
55. Fast Food Restaurants
Investment required: INR 10 lakhs to INR 50 lakhs
The food service industry in India was projected to grow at over 15% of CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) between 2014 and 2020 according to the India Food Report released in January 2016.
Offering food and beverages by starting up a restaurant is probably the best business idea that is sure to create maximum value and profits, however, it is also very competitive. There are many cases of failed restaurants or fast-food joints.
You need to select the right location, it should be preferred to be situated in a crowd-friendly area where a constant flow of customers is present. You also need to consider what type of customers you want to attract – the niche. And depending upon that you should alter your style of serving food, and offering services, and building up the interior thereafter.
Quality too plays an important role in the restaurant business. In today’s busy world where working people, students eat most of the time out looking for quality food. You need to maintain the quality of the food. Online food delivery is also very trending and feasible nowadays.
Grab a place, get a cook (or cook yourself), get a name, cook delicious food, and start earning. This is the only business where you start earning from the very first day and if customers like your food you can easily be a successful business owner.
56. Pharmacy
Investment required: INR 15 lakhs to INR 20 lakhs
India is known for providing low-cost generic drugs to foreign countries, which has grown and matured more with the rising development of technology and product research. India is now gaining one of the top spots in health tourism, as people from Western countries find the best health services matching international standards at more affordable rates.
Today India is the largest exporter of generic drugs in the world, and it is also the fastest-growing and very competitive. India also has patents for pharmaceutical inventions that are in huge demand. And it can be a very profitable and lucrative business in India. The amount of doctors our country generates is very high and keeps on increasing day by day.
Earlier the doctor’s clinic and pharmacy used to be at distance from them, nowadays they have started attaching both and it is turning out to be very profitable for them.
Although there is a huge investment in the initial stage, the profit after some amount of time is also huge. The medical shop earns huge revenue because most patients visit the doctor in the clinic and purchase the medicines from the shop itself.
57. Beauty Parlour / Fashion Boutique
Investment required: INR 15 lakhs
People, especially women, are very conscious about their appearances. And the beauty industry caters to them. It includes beauty treatments of all sorts but much of the need is for basic hygiene. Beauty parlors do well if they are situated at the right place where the customer visits are often high and provide the services at an economical value. The fashion industry is thriving and is never out of business.
With new trends in Bollywood and around the globe – the brands of clothing, footwear, and accessories are always getting their inspiration from them and they are demanded by a huge base of customers. They sell at a very fast rate too. Opening up a boutique is therefore very opportunistic and can get you a lot of returns if operated efficiently. They both are therefore very profitable businesses to enter in, especially for aspiring women who want to contribute to the income of their households.
58. Gardening Business
Investment required: INR 2 lakhs
The gardening business involves growing plants and mainly these days herbs are becoming tremendously popular. From small shops to the largest warehouses, one can find medicinal herbs, herbal teas, baths, and candles. The herbs can be planted and raised and then further sold to wholesale or retail customers.
The major advantage of this business is that you just need mother mature which is really back to basic stuff, good for the body and the soul and it can be started from the comfort of one’s home as a pastime hobby.
It is good to start small, growing the herbs in a large backyard or renting inexpensive land. The profit margins would be small. One would need a solid working knowledge of growing and nurturing herbs to scale the business. For working on large areas of land, one would need to know the farming techniques in detail.
59. Clean and Green Services
Investment required: NA
Clean and green services add immense value to the people in families where everyone in the house is employed and doesn’t have time for basic housekeeping. Clean the house, water the plants, etc. So this type of business is catching up fast nowadays in metropolitan cities. This business is less capital-intensive and has great margins in terms of profits.
You will have to start by setting up a team and managing them. Training them is a crucial task as you besides just teaching them the techniques, will have to give them moral lessons too. It will help to create a good image for the company. You will also require good communication skills to constantly manage your employees.
60. Jewelry Designing
Investment required: More than INR 50 lakhs
Many people enjoy wearing authentic, handmade jewelry. The beauty of handmade jewelry lies in the fact that each and every piece is unique and the person who wears it feel a unique sense of pride and grace by wearing it. Jewelry designing involves the following steps:
Learn how to design jewelry.
Purchase the tool kit required.
Experiment with making various designs of jewelry at home.
Reach out to different jewelers to show them your designs. Try to find a jeweler who knows you personally so that they don’t steal your idea.
61. Bouquet and Greeting Card Making
Investment required: INR 10,000 to INR 50,000
No matter what the occasion might be, there is nothing that expresses our emotions better than a bouquet of flowers and a greeting card! There are different styles of bouquets to express our feelings. Whatever the feeling or the occasion, flowers play a prominent role.
Making different types of bouquets and designing cards for various occasions is an art. For people with the right talent and passion for this, this business is very simple and less capital-intensive.
It also reaps great profit margins as it caters to a niche market segment. This business can be interlinked with the wedding planning business and both can be done simultaneously to bring out the best ROI.
62. Accounting and Tax Preparation
Investment required: NA
If you are good with numbers, accounting, and tax preparation. Having sound knowledge regarding accounting, taxation, etc, you can handle financial records and tax-related issues of businesses and earn a good amount of profit with very less investment. You will need a computer and internet facilities and may need to hire a few people as you scale up.
Getting tattoos done practically anywhere on the visible parts of the body is in trend now. Tattoos are not just imprints for some people, they can be a way of expressing emotions and who they are. If you’re passionate about tattoos and want people to get them done, you can set up a tattoo studio with some basic requirements.
A good locality, with tattoo equipment, a hygienic atmosphere, and a lot of creativity. There! You have your own tattoo studio set up. You can easily save the cost of marketing by putting up your designs and customer reviews on social media platforms.
64. Insurance Agent
Investment required: NA
In the wake of pandemics, having a medical policy or health insurance has become vital. Insurances are short plans for the future and every individual is bound to have one. Pretty much everything can be insured in today’s times. The insurance umbrella accommodates everything from health, vehicle, shop, renters insurance, and much more.
You can pick your segment of insurance and start your business journey by getting licensed as an insurance agent. You can tie yourself up with an insurance company or apply for a sole proprietorship. Typically, for a sole proprietor, commissions for every policy written can be charged between 12-15% and renewal at 5% to 10%
This one is probably the best idea to start making quick bucks. Love dogs? Or cats? You just landed an opportunity to cash on it. There are so many busy pet owners who are guilty of leaving their pets at home for long hours while they are away for work or on vacation. Pets can suffer from separation anxiety and can get depressed if not taken care of.
If you really love animals, you can opt for taking care of them while their parents are away. You could start small by providing food, taking them on walks, bathing them, etc., and later opening up a hostel where you accommodate pets in larger numbers.
66. Dropshipping
Investment required: INR 50,000 to INR 1 lakh
Dropshipping has become a “go-to” option for many individuals who are planning on starting a small business on their own. Dropshipping is a business model where there are three parties, and you, the drop shipper acts as the third party. You have to find a reliable vendor or supplier preferably a local supplier who also manages inventory and has storage facilities.
The commission or profit margin has to be decided amongst yourselves with a mutual understanding. The drop shipper then markets the product on several platforms and brings orders to the supplier. The supplier handles the rest (packing, logistics, and delivery). Dropshipping is possible from giant e-commerce platforms like Amazon and Flipkart too.
67. Bakery
Investment required: INR 15 lakhs
There is always a hyper-local bakery in every locality that takes up the responsibility of providing bread and baked items. Bakeries have become a part of essentials since they provide the most basic ingredients for a basic meal. Also, if you have a knack for baking and you can pull a cake out of the oven without burning it, maybe you could do this for a living. Cakes are a must, be it on any occasion.
People will always find reasons to have cakes. Well, bakeries don’t just serve cakes but other items like bread, biscuits, and baked items too. Having a variety of healthy freshly baked loaves of bread is a sight for sore eyes. The bakery set-up needs an initial investment in a good place, ovens, and raw materials.
68. Hand-made Chocolates
Investment required: INR 50, 000
Anything handmade gives a personal touch to it, be it gifts or something you can never go wrong with, Chocolates. Handmade chocolates need proficiency and craft to make them sellable. Chocolates have innumerable combinations that can be experimented with in various permutations. You can start by applying your creativity with handmade chocolates as gifts, return gifts at birthday parties, anniversaries, etc.
69. Honey Manufacturer
Investment required: INR 50, 000 to INR 5 lakhs
Honey is a common item in 80% of Indian households. Its medicinal properties have proven to be beneficial for curing acid reflux, colds, and cough, and as a healthy alternative to sugar.
Considering the amount of its usage in food and medicine, honey is one of the most sought-after ingredients in Indian households. Therefore, beekeeping can be a profitable business when planned well. What’s more, the government of India supports beekeeping businesses by providing loans and subsidies.
To start your own beekeeping business, you will have to obtain the following:
Firm registration
Trade license
FSSAI license
GST registration
Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Certificate
Other than the ones mentioned above, beekeeping will require the following tools
The honey manufacturing business can turn into a fortune if executed well. There is a higher scope for the business as India is one of the main exporters of honey.
70. Food/Tiffin Service
Investment required: INR 50, 000
In a fast-paced world, as is ours, people rarely have the time and patience to cook their own meals. Eating out and take-outs are fun until you can’t eat junk food anymore. That’s where tiffin services save your day. Tiffin services are the ones where you are supplied with regular homemade food on a monthly basis.
This business is great to start off with especially if you’re living nearby a corporate area or college or hostel. You can cook basic meals like roti, sabzi, dal, rice and some salad. You can start by supplying tiffins in your neighborhood and slowly market it through social media and word of mouth.
71. Children’s Play/Adventure Area
Investment required: INR 5 lakhs to 10 lakhs
Play/adventure areas are enjoyed by both kids and adults. Play areas and parks are always full as they are fun and stress-busting. To start off with a kid’s play area you could hire a small place and paint it with your creative imagination. Throw in some slides, swings, see-saws, puzzles, and comic books. You could set up Galli cricket and mini football areas.
This business could go as high as you take it as there is no limit to adventure. You could also rent some of the games and books and keep your customers coming back for more.
72. Baby Crèche
Investment required: INR 1 lakh to INR 5 lakhs
A lot of women working in corporate offices are on a crèche hunt for their babies. Some offices have taken the initiative to set up cheches in the office premises itself. But that is not the case with most companies.
New moms always find it hard to juggle work and motherhood. If you are someone who enjoys taking care of babies, you could start a baby crèche with a bunch of other women helping you. All you need is a good airy floor, cradles, diapers, and baby food.
73. Custom Gift Store
Investment required: INR 5 lakhs to INR 10 lakhs
There are numerous stores featuring custom gifts for several occasions by various small artists. If you have a rental shop ready, you could feature custom-made gifts made by you or someone else in your shop. Custom gifts include handmade cards, embroidered items, pictorial gifts, etc. as you scale up you could hire people and have consumers customize their stuff.
74. Antique Shop
Investment required: INR 3 lakhs to INR 5 lakhs
All the urban and sub-urban homeowners are always looking for something unique to make their house feel like home. Antiques are priceless as they come from a place in history. This is one of the best low investment business ideas as India can never run out of antiques because it has a super-rich culture and heritage.
You can start off by vising touristy places and collecting antiques and reselling in your circle. As your business picks up you could import or even export stuff to international buyers.
75. Organic Farming
Investment required: INR 5 lakhs
Most of the urban crowd is altering their eating habits and choosing an organic diet. Organic foods are pesticide-free, rich in nutrients and anti-oxidants, and hence are much preferred. If you have agricultural land that is spared or has enough space around you can start organic farming.
A lot of technical experts provide farming knowledge for free or you could hire an expert to farm your land. Organic foods are seeing exponential growth and are bound to have huge demand in the near future.
76. MLM Network Marketing
Investment required: INR 1 lakh
Multilevel Marketing has been around in India for quite some time now. It is a business model that works on networking. You pick a company of your choice and invest an initial amount to get started.
You market the product and network with other people and make them join you under your name. The person under you follows the same procedure. This forms a chain and every member is benefitted from the commission earned on the sales made by themselves and the members under them. Examples of MLM marketing are Amway, Oriflamme, Modicare, etc.
77. Marriage Bureau/Matchmaking
Investment required: INR 5 lakhs to INR 10 lakhs
Marriage bureaus are full-time, never running out of customers kind of business. Indian moms will always find one of these. Although apps like Tinder have the youth indulging in casual dating, matrimonial sites like Shadi.com are spread pan India matching people with their soul mates. If you think you have the sixth sense that’s required for a task like this, matchmaking is something you could monetize from.
Now, heads-up, this won’t be a money-making machine from the beginning as families coming to a marriage bureau are very specific with their preferences. There will be groundwork and meeting a lot of people. But once you get the taste of it, this business is truly exponential.
78. Organic Candle/Soap Making
Investment required: INR 5 lakhs
A decade ago, I thought soaps were only manufactured in factories. Not the case though. Turns out a YouTube video can guide you to make heavenly smelling candles and soaps by investing some cost and pouring in a lot of your creativity.
It takes basic knowledge of soap and candle making and the rest is all colours, fragrances, shapes, and glitter. You could charge a premium amount for these products as they are handmade, mostly, and are organic, and can be diversified into many different products.
79. Career Counselling
Investment required: INR 5 lakhs
Now this one might require a legit degree and a lot of expertise. Career counselling is one of the most groundbreaking businesses in the educational sector today. Career counselling helps individuals choose their careers based on their interests, abilities, and acquired or natural skills.
By the end of 2030, India’s population below 25 years of age would be 80 crores. Career guidance requisites would surge by a huge margin and this is the right time to start your business with it.
Aquarium stores provide you with fish tanks and fish of all kinds. To start off with an aquarium store, you need to invest in buying pairs of fish, fish tanks, oxygen setups, etc. Aquarium stores these days often customize the setting in a fish tank based on the size and requirement of the buyer. You can also offer fish food and tank-related equipment.
81. Photo Studio
Investment required: INR 5 lakhs to 10 lakhs
If you’re good at photography, there is a wide range of fields in photography where you could apply your skills. They include pre-wedding shoots, wedding shoots, maternity shoots, commercial shoots for ad campaigns, and portraits. Choose your niche, grab a decent camera, and get on with it. It is the most profitable business in India with low investment.low investment business
82. Professional Reviewer
Investment required: INR 0
Many companies often look for their products to be tested and require valuable feedback. These companies pick individuals and send a free product for review. You can become a professional reviewer if you can get companies to pick you up. You need an active blog or YouTube channel for posting these reviews as they happen to reach a huge demographic. Make sure you have the required knowledge and expertise to talk about the product.
83. Graphic Designer
Investment required: INR 40,000
Graphic design is the art of creating visual content for a variety of clients, including corporate businesses, advertising agencies, PR firms, and publishers. Graphic designers develop sketches and design materials to communicate ideas effectively and provide visual solutions for branding, logo design, and overall company image.
It’s a great career path for creative individuals who love blending art, technology, and communication to craft unique and impactful designs that meet their clients’ needs.
84. Car Washer
Investment required: INR 20,000
While car washing has traditionally been a popular fundraising activity for high school students, it also holds strong potential as a profitable business for adults. If you have access to a driveway or a nearby open space, you can offer car washing and valeting services to your local community.
Another smart approach is to collaborate with office buildings and provide on-site car cleaning in their parking facilities. To boost visibility and attract more clients, consider (with permission) creating short-form social media videos that showcase the satisfying before-and-after results of your work.
85. Life Coach
Investment required: INR 20,000
Life coaching is all about helping people navigate personal growth and career transitions. If you’re a strong communicator, great at decision-making, and passionate about guiding others toward their goals, this could be the perfect business for you.
Begin by researching local requirements—some areas may require certification, which can also boost your credibility even if it’s not mandatory. Build your online presence through social media and create a website where clients can easily book sessions. You can also expand your offerings by selling digital products like courses, guides, and workbooks.
86. Investing in Low-Cost Franchises
Investment required: INR 10 lakhs to INR 50 lakhs
Franchises are a strategy of conglomerates to expand their business across cities and states. Companies offer to set up costs and decent margins behind the stock to be sold. Start with researching a product or service that is doing well in the market and has a scope to grow in the future. Invest in the inception of the franchise and work towards marketing the product or service, and watch the business grow.
A mystery shopper is someone who reviews products or services by discreetly visiting shops, evaluating the staff, testing products, possibly making a purchase, and filling out a survey or feedback form. All you need to do is be 18 years old, have access to the internet, a good command of the local or English language, and a smartphone. Surveys, too, are great for a busy or flexible schedule. It is one of the low budget business ideas.
88. Stockbroker/Mutual Funds Agent
Investment required: INR 5 lakhs to INR 15 lakhs
Mutual funds are subject to market risks. But they’re a great way of investing for the long term, short term, or any specific goals. Salaried and business entrepreneurs are into mutual funds and share markets with the hype around on social media. But most of them lack experience and knowledge.
If you are someone with great knowledge about stocks, you could get certified with a legit course and start your own stockbroking firm.
How this works is when customers want to invest in a share or mutual fund, they come to you to use your expertise and invest their money in their respective options. You can charge them a commission for handling their accounts, and profits earned in the case of the stock market and premiums in the case of mutual fund plans.
89. Virtual Assistant Service
Investment required: NA
Virtual assistance service is a remote job where an individual works on a contract basis with a company providing assistance on everyday tasks. This is a remote job and can be done from a home office or remotely.
It typically involves being skilled in social media management, administration, or someone who can schedule, make appointments, calls, or travel arrangements. It has an array of options that you can explore or upgrade your skillset to get placed with elite companies.
90. Tourist Guide
Investment required: INR 10,000
If you’re staying in a place regularly boarded by tourists, you could use this opportunity to show people around. But first, a guide must be a tourist. He/she should have the urge to travel and explore different places. You need to become the explorer yourself.
Find out about tourist spots, shopping places, food options, and the touristy places people would love to explore and visit. If travelling comes naturally to you, this might be your gig. You could blog and vlog your experiences on YouTube and other
Conclusion
This was the complete list of the most profitable businesses in India with low investment. We hope the above list will help you make an informed decision. We will definitely update this list as we get more industry information.
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FAQs
Which business is most profitable in India with low investment?
Some of most profitable business ideas in India with low investment are
Writing services
Gardening services
Website designing and development services
Driving services
Marketing services
Tuition or Coacing services
Blogging
Youtubing
Food/Catering services
Fitness centers
Boutique
Photo/video services
Makeup services
What are the best long term business ideas?
Some of the best long term business ideas or long term business goals/strategies would include:
Making a foolproof marketing plan
Building network
Increasing sales
Staying alert of the competitors
Enhancing brand recognition
Boosting credibility
Gathering social media followers
Expanding to other cities and exploring new opportunities outside the country’s borders
Launching new products and services
What are some easiest and most profitable small home-based business ideas?
Here are some tried and tested profitable business ideas that will work:
Software development
Website designing and development
Graphics designing
Ecommerce startup
Handicrafts
Blogging
Cooking
chocolate making
Baking
Gift wrapping
Music
Gardening
Youtuber
What are some effective home-based business ideas for moms in India?
If you are a mom, and most of the time you remain home, then you are not alone, an overwhelming majority of Indian moms are housewives. However, being a housewife might certainly be boring sometimes for many mothers. So, here are some effective home-based business ideas for moms in India that you can try your hand at:
Collection and Distribution are the two main aspects of trade and commerce. Especially these days when eCommerce is booming, logistics has gained renewed importance. As per a report, the eCommerce retail logistics market was valued at USD 224.51 billion in 2021 and is expected to grow by $388.63 billion by 2030. To tap this growing demand, four ex-Blue Dart employees started up Ecom Express in 2012. Today Ecom Express offers nationwide express delivery services to the eCommerce industry.
The Indian logistics sector is undergoing significant consolidation, with Delhivery Limited announcing its acquisition of a 99.4% controlling stake in Ecom Express Limited for up to INR 1,407 crore ($169.5 million) in an all-cash deal. This acquisition, approved during a Delhivery board meeting on Thursday, April 5, represents one of the largest transactions in the logistics industry. Let’s explore more about the journey and accomplishments of this startup that has established itself as one of the best delivery services in the country, now acquired by Delhivery.
Here’s more about the Ecom Express Company, Ecomexpress Tracking, Owners, Ecom Express Pvt. Ltd. Founders, history, Startup Story, Logo and Tagline, Vision and Mission, Growth, Competitors, Business Model, Revenue Model, Funding and Investors, and more.
Ecom Express – Company Highlights
Company Name
Ecom Express
Headquarter
Gurugram
Founders
T.A.Krishnan, K.Satyanarayana, Manju Dhawan & Late Sanjeev Saxena
Ecom Express is a leading logistics service provider in the country, which was started in the year 2012. The company offers a variety of facilities, such as express services, digital services, and fulfillment services.
The Express services include ‘Ecom Express Service’ and ‘Ecom Ground Service’. Ecom Express Service renders pick-up (from sellers or warehouses) and delivery of products (to end customers) that are ordered online. While Ecom Ground Service is specifically designed for transporting huge and bulky products, they use inbuilt automated systems for tracking end-to-end orders. Under the Express service, Ecom Express also ensures QC (quality check) -enabled reverse logistics facilities, whereby trained Ecom Express executives perform quality checks of the products being returned by the end customers and deliver them safely to the sellers or to the warehouse from where the product was dispatched.
Ecom Digital Services offers e-KYC-Aadhar-based biometric verification and industry-specific cash, cheque, and document collection and Contact Point Verification (CPV) services
Under Ecom fulfillment services, Ecom Express offers warehousing and order management services. As for warehousing, the clients can choose the location of the warehouse and the space required per their requirements.
The company was recently acquired by Delhivery in April 2025 for INR 1407 crores in an all-cash deal.
With Delhivery Limited announcing its acquisition of a 99.4% controlling stake in Ecom Express Limited for up to ₹1,407 crore ($169.5 million) in an all-cash deal, Ecom Express is now fully acquired by Delhivery. This acquisition, approved during a Delhivery board meeting on Thursday, April 5, represents one of the largest transactions in the logistics industry.
For Ecom Express, this appears to be a distressed sale, as the company had last raised private equity at a valuation of approximately INR 7,300 crore. The acquisition price suggests a sharp decline in valuation, down by about 78% since its most recent funding round. Ecom Express has faced multiple challenges, including scrapping its plans to go public this year and dealing with controversial layoffs earlier.
Ecom Express – Industry
The India eCommerce logistics market is projected to experience significant growth over the next several years. In 2024, the market size is estimated to be USD 3.98 billion. By 2029, it is expected to nearly double, reaching USD 7.24 billion. This expansion represents a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.72% during the forecast period from 2024 to 2029. The growth is driven by the increasing demand for efficient delivery services as e-commerce continues to expand across India.
Ecom Express – Startup Story
Ecom Express was set up by four ex-Blue Dart employees, who collectively had an experience of more than 25 years in the logistics sector. It was way back in 2012 when the markets weren’t as good as they are now, and the eCommerce business was just gearing up for next-level growth. Furthermore, the logistics service wasn’t also as good as it appears today. As per the startup story of Ecom Express, 4 Blue Dart Express business professionals – Sanjeev Saxena, Manju Dhawan, K. Satyanarayana, and T.A. Krishnan sat for dinner, and when they left the table, they were full of the idea of their new logistics startup, which would eventually be named Ecom Express. The experience that the Blue Dart Express employees bore helped them gear forth with the idea that the B2C segment of the market would need their help, which is why they proceeded with a B2B business. The Ecom Express company was incorporated in August 2012, and its business operations started from January 2013 onwards.
Ecom Express – USP
Ecom Express stands ahead of other logistics services with its distinctive qualities. It serves in more than 2400 towns and cities in India, with a secured and reliable shipment of products with GPS-enabled vehicles. With its fleet network operating in 150 long-haul runs and 480 short-haul runs, it covers almost 80% of the total orders via its own network. Ecom Express’ order fulfillment services use cutting-edge technology to ensure controlled movements of orders and ensure point-to-point validation, thus making it a transparent process. Besides, through features like efficient route optimization, real-time electronic proof of delivery, cash-on-delivery collection, and real-time order tracking facilities, Ecom Express provides a seamless experience to both the end customers and the consignees.
When Ecom Express was started in 2012, the eCommerce sector was not as popular as it is today. However, with the years of experience they have, the Ecom Express founders could gauge the growth that the logistics sector will see with the eCommerce revolution, and it is this vision that inspired them to start up.
Ecom Express was founded by T.A Krishnan, K. Satyanarayana, Manju Dhawan, and Late Sanjeev Saxena.
T.A Krishnan
Mr. T.A Krishnan has an MBA and has worked as the VP North and Senior Vice President North and All India Head of Ecommerce Vehicle at Blue Dart Express, after which he left the company to found Ecom Express, where he was known as the Co-founder and CEO. He previously served the role of the Chief Operating Officer with Ecom Express. Krishnan had over 28 years of experience when he founded Ecom Express, making his professional experience over 37 years.
K. Satyanarayana
Mr. K Satyanarayana is an acknowledged leader in the Indian Express and logistics industry, with more than 26 years of experience in delivery services. Satyanarayana worked as a Regional Controller of the North Division with Blue Dart Express and had been with the company for 26 long years, after which he quit his job and co-founded Ecom Express. Satyanarayana is currently serving as a Co-founder and Director at Ecom Express.
Manju Dhawan
With her innovative perceptions of the market trends and client-centric strategies along with 25 years of practice, Manju Dhawan leads the company with functional excellence. Manju had over 24 years of experience with Blue Dart, where she had served as the Head of Customer Care after which she decided to co-found Ecom Express where she currently is the Co-founder and the Head of Customer Care.
Late Sanjeev Saxena
Sanjeev Saxena was another Co-founder of Ecom Express and was known for his entrepreneurial insight and visionary approach. Saxena died in 2020 and has been remembered for the strategic and operational direction that he brought into the company, which resulted in the overall growth of Ecomm Express.
The company has a team of directors and executive management with more than 19000 employees.
Ecom Express – Mission and Vision
The company aims to make ecommerce shipping easy. “Providing end-to-end technology-enabled logistics solutions to small and large eCommerce players” is the mission and vision of the company.
Ecom Express – Name, Tagline and Logo
“We Offer Possibilities In Every Direction,” – goes the tagline of Ecom Express. “We Make E-commerce Shipping Easy,” says the company on its website, where we can see another tagline, “Simple Solutions. High Impact.”
Ecom Express Logo
The name ‘Ecom Express’ portrays the collection and distribution services offered by the company in the e-commerce industry.
Ecom Express – Product And Service
WMS & OMS
Ecom Magnum, a service for sellers, was introduced by Ecom Express as the Warehouse Management Solutions (WMS) and Order Management Solutions (OMS) on February, 9, 2023.
Same Day Delivery, Same Day Delivery+, and Next Day Delivery
To meet the increasing needs of Indian eCommerce firms, Ecom Express Limited, a leading provider of end-to-end technology-enabled logistics solutions, announced the debut of three new services: Same Day Delivery (SDD), Same Day Delivery+ (SDD+), and Next Day Delivery (NDD) on April 21, 2023. By providing quicker and more dependable deliveries, Ecom Express hopes to enhance the customer experience and grow its clientele with the introduction of these services.
Ecom Express – Business Model and Revenue Model
Ecom Express operates in a B2B business model and offers its services to eCommerce companies. With its digital services, Ecom Express also provides services to companies from the Banking, Insurance, and Financial sectors. Ecom Express’s clientele includes market leaders such as Amazon, Flipkart, Clovia, Myntra, Paytm, Nykaa, and more.
Ecom Express gains a major portion of its revenues from the deliveries it makes and its related commissions.
Ecom Expres – Growth
Ecom Express started its operations in 35 cities with 42 delivery centers and around 300 employees. The company eventually saw its expansion to Kashmir because of the traction it achieved by July 2013, and gradually it again saw quite a customer demand in Mumbai, Delhi, and Surat and rapidly extended its operations primarily to these cities and then to the others. Now, it has 50000+ employees, 3,000+ delivery branches in 2,700+ different cities with 8,00,000 shipments/day.
Starting in 2012, Ecom Express has certainly achieved numerous milestones in growth. Some of the major growth highlights of the brand are:
Ecom Express extends its logistics services to over 2,700+ towns
The company is presently servicing 27,000+ pin codes
Ecom Express boasts of employing over 50,000+ people
The Krishnan-led company has over 3,000 facility centers
Ecom Express – Financials
Ecom Express Financials
Ecom Express has seen steady revenue growth over the last five years. However, the company continues to face profitability challenges, with losses in both FY24 and FY23 despite cost-control efforts.
Particulars
FY24
FY23
FY22
FY21
FY20
Revenue
INR 2,652.9 crore
INR 2,575.5 crore
INR 2,162.1 crore
INR 1,667.1 crore
INR 1,253.9 crore
Expenses
INR 2,921.6 crore
INR 2,902.8 crore
INR 2,269.4 crore
INR 1,613.6 crore
INR 1,631.4 crore
Profit/(Loss)
(INR 248.5 crore)
(INR 359.9 crore)
(INR 91.4 crore)
INR 43.4 crore
(INR 313.5 crore)
In FY24, Ecom Express increased its revenue by INR 77.4 crore, while losses reduced from INR 359.9 crore to INR 248.5 crore, showing signs of improved financial control.
Ecom Express Financials
Ecom Express Revenue:
Revenue Type
FY24
FY23
Revenue from Operations
INR 2,607.3 crore
INR 2,548.2 crore
Other Income
INR 45.6 crore
INR 27.4 crore
Total Revenue
INR 2,652.9 crore
INR 2,575.5 crore
Revenue grew by INR 77.4 crore in FY24, mainly driven by a jump in other income, which rose INR 18.2 crore, and a modest rise in core operations.
Ecom Express Profit/Loss:
Metric
FY24
FY23
Gross Profit (approx)
(INR 268.7 crore)
(INR 327.3 crore)
Operating Profit
—
—
Net Profit/(Loss)
(INR 248.5 crore)
(INR 359.9 crore)
Net loss reduced by INR 111.4 crore in FY24 compared to FY23, signaling improvement, though profitability remains elusive.
Ecom Express Expenses:
Expense Type
FY24
FY23
Cost of Materials Consumed
INR 1,389.9 crore
INR 1,386.7 crore
Employee Benefit Expense
INR 603.3 crore
INR 664.0 crore
Finance Costs
INR 86.0 crore
INR 87.6 crore
Amortization & Depreciation
INR 221.6 crore
INR 211.6 crore
Other Expenses
INR 620.8 crore
INR 552.8 crore
Total Expenses
INR 2,921.6 crore
INR 2,902.8 crore
Expenses increased slightly by INR 18.8 crore in FY24. “Other expenses” rose by INR 68 crore, while employee costs decreased by INR 60.7 crore, partially offsetting the increase.
Quick Summary (FY24 vs FY23):
Revenue Growth: Up by INR 77.4 crore (3%), led by higher other income.
Expense Management: Marginal rise in expenses a notable cut in employee costs by INR 60.7 crore.
Profitability: The Net loss narrowed by INR 111.4 crore, but profitability remains a challenge.
Business Implication: The company is making progress toward cost efficiency but needs sustained revenue momentum and loss reduction for profitability.
Ecom Express – Funding and Investors
Ecom Express has mopped up a total of $524.4 million in funding over the 6 funding rounds it has witnessed, which includes its latest funding of $14.7 million that came from the Warburg Pincus and British International Investment in July 2023. The Warburg Pincus-backed firm was last valued at $760 mn in August 2022.
Here’s a look at the Ecom Express funding rounds to date:
Date
Stage
Amount
Investors
July 5, 2023
Series C
$14.7 million
Warburg Pincus, British International Investment
October 6, 2022
Venture Round
$39 million
Partners Group
March 9, 2021
Venture Round
$20 million
CDC Group
December 16, 2020
Private Equity Round
$250 miilion
Partners Group
December 10, 2019
Venture Round
$36 million
CDC Group
September 11, 2017
Private Equity Round
$25.38 million
Warburg Pincus
June 4, 2015
Private Equity Round
$113.56 million
Warburg Pincus
September 9, 2014
Venture Round
$13.36 million
Peepul Capital
Ecom Express – Shareholding
Ecom Express’ shareholding pattern as of January 2025, sourced from Tracxn:
Shareholders
Percentage
Kotla Sridevi
2.8%
Manju Dhawan
1.6%
Jayanti Krishnan
1.1%
Saheba Saxena
0.4%
T A Krishnan
< 0.1%
K Satyanarayana
< 0.1%
Warburg Pincus
35.1%
British International Investment
8.3%
CDC Group
2.5%
Valli Alagappan Trust
–
GEPL Capital
–
Peepul Capital
–
Parent Entity
36.7%
Boxman
–
Inland Financial services
–
Angel
0.4%
Other People
3.2%
ESOP Pool
4.0%
Other Investors
3.7%
Total
100.0%
Ecom Express Shareholding
Ecom Express – IPO
Ecom Express has filed for an IPO to raise up to INR 2,600 crore on August 15 2024 ($310 million). The IPO will include a fresh issue of shares worth INR 1,285 crore, with existing investors selling shares worth INR 1,316 crore. Ecom Express plans to use the funds from the fresh issue to build new processing and fulfilment centers, invest in IT equipment, and repay debt.
TA Krishnan, Kotla Satyanarayanan, and Manju Dhawan, the founders of the company have invested INR 3.63 crore each to increase their stakes in the company, as per a separate filing of the company.
Ecom Express – ESOPs
Ecom Express has adopted a new employee stock option scheme, ECOM ESOP SCHEME 2022. This ESOP scheme of the company consolidates the old ESOP plan from 2017 into the new pool, as per the separate regulatory filings of the company.
This new ESOP plan contains 126,000 stock options, each convertible to one equity share. The Ecom Express ESOP plan is estimated to be worth somewhere around Rs 115 crore.
Ecom Express – Investments
Ecom Express has invested on two occasions in the Bangladesh-based logistics firm Paperfly. While the former investment was in January 2021, the latter one was announced on April 19, 2022, when it invested Rs 34.3 crore in the company, marking the second investment.
Name of the Company
Investment Date
Investment Amount
Lead Investor
Funding Round
Paperfly
April 19, 2022
$4.48 mn
Yes
–
Paperfly
January 13, 2021
$11.8 mn
Yes
Corporate Round
Ecom Express – Challenges
One of the main challenges that Ecom Express has faced since it was founded is raising funds. The problem was later solved with Mohit from Oliphans, who pumped in the money, which was then followed by the founders, who also contributed to the overall funding of the company from their personal funds. Ecom Express finally managed to raise funds from its Series A funding round when Peepul Capital led a funding round worth Rs 100 crore. The other challenges of Ecom Express include managing a healthy network of delivery partners and clients, monitoring its overall performance, and lifting it up!
Ecom Express – Awards
2017
Excellent Position Under E-commerce Logistics – CII Scale Awards
Best E-commerce Logistics Partner – ISCM LSP Awards
Most Disruptive Startup Logistics Idea, Supply Chain Disruptor of the Year – The 11th Express Logistics and Supply Chain Leadership Awards
BW Disruptors Awards
SCM and Logistics – Entrepreneur India Awards
Best Cloud Implementation – BW CIO Imperatives
Women Supply Chain Icon of the Year – The Global Logistics Excellence Awards
The Enterprise IT World Awards
Transport and Logistics Icon – 3rd Edition of the CIO Power List
Appreciation for Expert Panel Evaluation – BML Munjal Awards
Innovative CIOS Awards
2018
Exemplary Women Leadership Award – The 12thExpress Logistics and Supply Chain Leadership Awards.
Ecommerce Logistics – CII Scale Awards
Fastest Setting up of Delivery centers in India by a logistics company – LIMCA Book of Records.
SCM and Logistics – Entrepreneur India Awards
Last Mile Partner of the year, Supply Chain CIO of the year- The Global Logistics Excellence Awards
2019
Strategic Finance Transformation Icon – CFO Power List
CIO 500 Award
Fastest Growing Logistics Company of the year – Indian Oil Logistics Excellence Awards
Ecom Express company plans to hire around 15,000 employees in the next two years. With its presence not limited to just big cities and towns but to many tier II, III, and IV cities and also hinterlands, Ecom Express aims to be the best benefactor and solutions provider for logistics services in the eCommerce industry. With collective values of Integrity, Commitment, Openness, Respect, and Passion, the Ecom Express’ mission is to be paramount in the industry.
India’s eCommerce logistics market is growing quickly, fueled by the increasing demand for fast and efficient delivery services. Major investments in infrastructure and technology are reshaping the operations of logistics companies. Ecom Express’s IPO is more than just a fundraising effort; it’s a strategic move to better position the company to meet the rising demands of the market. If successful, this could set a benchmark in the logistics industry, attracting more capital and driving further technological advancements.
Ecom Express has already converted into a public entity in January when the board has approved a fundraise of about $648 million (INR 4,860 crore) via a public issue of shares.
The leading logistics solutions provider that provides end-to-end with a focus on speed, safe, and reliable nationwide express delivery services to the eCommerce industry. Ecom Express has been operational since its inception and the company has not made IPO claims till now. The company is fully functional without any obstacles and is leading the delivery market with flying colors. The company is planning to upscale its business by opening new branches in new towns and cities.
FAQs
How long does ECOM Express take to deliver?
Ecom Express offers timely cash-on-delivery (COD) remittances and guaranteed last-mile delivery of the orders in India within 24 to 72 hours, all around the year, including Sundays/Holidays.
How do I track my ECOM parcel?
You can simply open Ecom Express official site and paste your Ecom Express airway bill number or the Ecom Express tracking order number and click on “TRACK MY ORDER”. Then, you can enter the Ecom Express tracking number and click “track” on top of this page to track your order and Ecom Express delivery, shipping, and shipway.
What is Ecom Express owner name?
Ecom Express was founded by Late Sanjeev Saxena, Manju Dhawan, K. Satyanarayana, T.A Krishnan.
Is Ecom Express owned by Flipkart?
No, Ecom Express is not owned by Flipkart. Ecom Express is an independent logistics company in India that specializes in e-commerce logistics. While it serves various eCommerce platforms, including Flipkart, it is not owned by any of them.
What is Ecom Express and how does Ecom Express work?
Ecom Express uses its cutting-edge technology and automation solutions to enable first-mile pickup, processing, network optimization, and last-mile delivery. Ecom Express has its presence in all 29 states of the country and operates in over 2,700 cities and towns across 27,000+ PIN codes in India.
How do I return an item to Ecom Express?
You can follow these easy steps if you want to return an item to Ecom Express:
Go to the ‘Orders’ tab in the left menu.
Now, click on ‘All Orders’
For all shipments that have been marked as ‘Delivered’, you will automatically find a ‘Create Return’ option.
Click on ‘Create Return’
A new page with prefilled details about your order will open.
How do I complain to Ecom Express?
Ecom Express customer support has been notified about the posted complaint. Request you to kindly provide the 9 or 10-digit AWB / tracking number for us to assist you on the same.
The moment we start talking about the Indian e-commerce industry, one name that none of us can forget is Snapdeal. As one of India’s top five online marketplaces, Snapdeal has made its mark. But we are not here to talk about this amazing company, we’re here to talk about the leading force behind it, Kunal Bahl. The co-founder of Snapdeal has always been known for his sharp business acumen, not just with Snapdeal but also with his venture capital firm, Titan Capital.
Bahl grabbed even more attention when he made a bold entry into the world of investments. He joined the panel of judges on one of India’s most popular shows for startup enthusiasts, Shark Tank India.
Along with leading Snapdeal, Bahl has been actively investing in emerging businesses through Titan Capital. His ability to spot promising ideas and market trends has made him a key figure in India’s startup world.
In this article, let’s explore Kunal Bahl’s investment portfolio and understand his strategic investment acumen.
Kunal Bahl is an Indian entrepreneur and investor, best known as the co-founder of Snapdeal and Titan Capital. Born in New Delhi, he completed his early education at Delhi Public School, R.K. Puram.
Bahl graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2006, completing the Jerome Fisher Program in Management & Technology (M&T), a dual-degree program that combines courses from The Wharton School and Penn Engineering. He earned two degrees, one in Marketing & Operations Strategy from The Wharton School and another in Systems Engineering from the School of Engineering and Applied Science.
In 2007, he completed an Executive Program in Marketing at the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. Prior to his entrepreneurial journey, Kunal briefly worked with Microsoft before returning to India.
Kunal Bahl co-founded Snapdeal, one of India’s leading e-commerce platforms in 2007. In 2011, he launched Titan Capital, a venture capital firm investing in early-stage startups like Ola Cabs, Razorpay, Khatabook, Shadowfax, and Mamaearth.
Bahl is a member of the National Startup Advisory Council and an independent director at Piramal Enterprises Limited. He gained great popularity and recognition as a judge on Shark Tank India, supporting new entrepreneurs.
What companies are part of Kunal Bahl’s investments?
Some of the key companies Kunal Bahl has invested in include Truecarat Diamonds, Ola, Shadowfax, Jupiter, Unicommerce, Bewakoof, P-TAL, DevDham, Slick, SayF, PingoLearn, Intervue, Pepper Content, Credgenics, and more.
Is Kunal Bahl a judge on Shark Tank India?
Yes, Kunal Bahl joined the judges’ panel in Shark Tank India Season 4. He has invested in companies featured on the show, like Kiwi Kisan Window, BL Fabric, Burger Bae, Moderate, and more.
What offer did Kunal Bahl make for Kiwi Kisan Window on Shark Tank India?
Kunal Bahl made a deal of INR 2.5 crore for 10% equity in Kiwi Kisan Window, which was higher than the founders’ initial ask of INR 50 lakh for 1%. This was a rare and surprising offer that came from Bahl on Shark Tank India Season 4.
Did Kunal Bahl invest in Moderate?
Yes, Kunal Bahl, co-founder of Snapdeal, invested in the health brand Moderate during Shark Tank India Season 4. Moderate, backed by actress Huma Qureshi, secured a deal of INR 1 crore for 5% equity from Kunal Bahl and Aman Gupta.
What is Burger Bae, and what deal did it get on Shark Tank India?
Burger Bae is a Ludhiana-based D2C streetwear brand. It offers bold, trendy designs on affordable fashion items like T-shirts, hoodies, cord sets, and dresses. In Shark Tank India Season 4, Burger Bae secured an INR 2 crore investment for 20% equity from investors Kunal Bahl, Anupam Mittal, and Aman Gupta.
Kunal Bahl, one of the new members of the Shark Tank India panel, is the co-founder of which organizations?
Kunal Bahl, a new member of the Shark Tank India panel, is the co-founder of Snapdeal, one of India’s leading e-commerce platforms, and Titan Capital, an early-stage venture capital firm.
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MAXQDA is a great qualitative data analysis and mixed methods data analysis solution, which has integrated AI into the literature review and research process. MAXQDA also sports the AI Assist feature that generates summaries of documents, paraphrases text and allows for AI chatting for document-based inquiries. Literature review tools have features of seamless import into a bibliography, automatic coding, and advanced textual analysis. MAXQDA, which serves qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods, has tools for content analyses, surveys and interview transcription. Visualisation features help create data maps and word frequency charts. TeamCloud is an ideal environment for collaboration and file management in an efficient manner. In short, MAXQDA, powered with its AI capabilities, streamlines the research workflow for both academics and professionals.
Pros
Intuitive interface
Supports multiple languages
Identical functionality across Windows and MacOs
Cons
Advanced features require extra pricing
Steep learning curve for advanced features
Pricing
MAXQDA offers custom pricing; contact them for a quote.
Iris AI
WEBSITE
www.iris.ai
Rating
4.3
Free Trial
Yes
Best For
AI-driven research discovery, literature mapping, and knowledge extraction
Iris.ai – Best AI Tools for Literature Review
Iris.ai is an AI tool that helps to conduct literature reviews via natural language processing and contextual understanding. It visually clusters topics so that the research landscapes may be mapped, and users can input their research challenges in the search for relevant literature. The Focus Tool powers reading list management by marking key concepts and producing curated Excel reports for systematic reviews. Contextual Searches go beyond keywords to find related papers, while Topic Clustering categorizes research into easily perceptible areas. Data Extraction distills key insights from tables, graphs, and texts, aggregating the findings for subsequent analyses. The Researcher Workspace (RSpace) promotes collaboration, allowing for document filters and roundtable talks about topics, further streamlining the research process with customizable filters yielding accurate results.
Pros
Faster literature review
Comprehensive data extraction
Seamless collaboration
Cons
Limited free access
Niche topics are not covered
Pricing
Iris.ai offers custom pricing; contact them for a quote.
Mendeley
WEBSITE
www.mendeley.com
Rating
4.5
Free Trial
Yes
Best For
Reference management, citation generation, and academic collaboration
Mendeley – Best AI Tools for Literature Review
Mendeley, an effective reference management tool, provides a systematic way of storing, organising, managing, and sharing research materials by researchers, students, and academicians themselves. Besides other benefits, it can generate citations, annotate PDF documents, and collaborate with other people. Accessing Mendeley’s features includes storing and searching references while importing citations from various sources and getting bibliographies in several styles using Mendeley Cite for Microsoft Word. The features of an internal PDF viewer enable highlighting and taking notes, whereas private groups facilitate collaborative research. It is capable of suggesting papers from previous reading habits and offers an academic social network for locating new literature. Elsevier acquired it in 2013.
Pros
Automates citation and bibliographic formatting
Connects researchers for collaboration
Accessible on various devices
Cons
Storage issues with free plan
Limited search capabilities
Pricing
Mendeley offers custom pricing; contact them for a quote.
Conclusion
AI tools are a boon to academic research, especially for conducting literature reviews. By automating literature reviews, such tools improve efficiency by streamlining the processes of searching for relevant papers, summarizing results, managing citations, or itemizing important insights. Powered by natural language processing and machine learning, these tools help researchers fight their way through the jungle of information without even realizing it, thus freeing them to conduct analysis and synthesis.
They provide features such as automated citation generation, contextual search, data visualization, and collaboration activities. This wide range of features makes them applicable in different kinds of research. Nevertheless, human intervention stays vital in offsetting possible biases toward the content generated by AI. With increased adoption, the future of all literature reviews will involve such tools to enhance the quality of the research work while promoting cross-border collaboration, thus speeding up the pace of knowledge discovery in interdisciplinary fields.
These are software applications that use artificial intelligence to assist researchers in various stages of the literature review process, such as finding, summarizing, analyzing, and organizing academic papers.
How can AI help with literature reviews?
AI tools can significantly speed up the process by automating tasks like searching vast databases, extracting key information, identifying themes, suggesting related articles, and even helping with citation management.
People today are becoming more mindful about what they eat and drink. Seeing this shift and searching for better options for themselves, two professionals decided to leave their corporate careers and build something of their own. In 2021, Abhishek Sarwate and Shweta Tare Sarwate founded Utopian, a brand offering clean-label juices and smoothies with no preservatives or refined sugar.
What began with just beverages is now growing into healthy snacking with new products like makhana. Their journey from spotting a real gap in the market to being featured on Shark Tank India shows how strong determination and purpose can help build a brand.
In this article, explore the story of Utopian, how it started, its founders, business model, funding, and more.
Utopian – Company Highlights
Company Name
Utopian
Headquarters
Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India
Sector
Food & Beverages
Founder
Abhishek Sarwate, Shweta Tare Sarwate
Founded
2023
Website
utopian.fit
Utopian – About
Utopian – Good Things Only is a healthy food and beverages company that was registered in August 2021 and started its operations in April 2023. With 1.5 years of execution, the brand initially launched with smoothies and has since expanded into categories such as zero-sugar juices, zero-sugar aerated drinks, and makhana, all aimed at promoting a healthier lifestyle.
Utopian – Industry
Utopian operates in the fast-growing Indian health beverage market. According to a report by Technavio, this market is projected to grow by USD 3.87 billion from 2024 to 2028, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10%. Juices constitute a significant portion of this market, divided into sugary and healthy options. As consumers increasingly prefer healthier drinks, the healthy beverage segment is growing quickly and is expected to surpass sugary juices soon.
Utopian – Founders
Abhishek Sarwate and Shweta Tare Sarwate are the co-founders of Utopian.
Abhishek Sarwate and Shweta Tare Sarwate – Utopian Founders
Both founders come from corporate backgrounds and saw entrepreneurship as an opportunity to combine their strengths. Abhishek manages operations and finance, while Shweta leads sales, marketing, and product development.
Abhishek Sarwate, CEO, Utopian
An IIT Bombay graduate with a B.Tech in Chemical Engineering, Abhishek built a decade-long career in finance, working as Vice President at Deutsche Bank. His expertise lies in financial management, operations, and strategic planning.
Shweta Tare Sarwate, COO, Utopian
Shweta is a Petroleum Engineering graduate from MIT Pune. She has worked as a Developer at Cognizant Technology Solutions. With over seven years of experience, she brings deep expertise in technology, product development, and brand marketing.
Utopian – Startup Story
At around the age of 27, the founders of Utopian began prioritising health and found themselves constantly searching for healthier alternatives. The challenge became even more evident during office hours—finding nutritious, convenient food without unnecessary empty calories was a daily struggle.
During their work trips, they realised the stark contrast in food choices available abroad. Healthier eating habits were not only more common but also well-supported through readily available nutritious options, not just in restaurants but even in workplace cafeterias. This was a major gap in India, where healthy choices were often limited, particularly in office spaces and for on-the-go consumption.
Recognising this as an opportunity, they set out to create a brand catering specifically to health-conscious millennials and working professionals—individuals who prioritise wellness over fleeting taste indulgences. Market research revealed a growing segment of consumers making small but meaningful dietary shifts, such as swapping sugary sodas for no-added-sugar juices or choosing roasted makhana over traditional wafers.
With this shift in mind, the idea was validated through extensive consumer interactions, product sampling, and surveys. The response was overwhelmingly positive. People sought healthier packaged food options but struggled to find brands they could trust. This led to the birth of Utopian: a brand built on clean-label principles, free from preservatives, refined sugar, and chemicals, making healthy eating both accessible and enjoyable.
The Journey of Ideation, Design, and Prototyping
Utopian’s journey began in a small home kitchen, where the founders conceptualised and prototyped the smoothies. In the beginning, the founders started selling directly from home, using consumer feedback to refine flavours and recipes. The main goal was to validate demand, understand customer preferences, willingness to pay for convenience, and whether the brand was solving a real problem or simply acting on intuition. After engaging with over 500 customers, it became clear that there was a strong need for accessible, high-quality nutrition. The overwhelmingly positive response reinforced the vision: to make healthy choices effortless and accessible without requiring individuals to carry lunchbox meals everywhere.
Despite the growing focus on wellness, access to nutritious food in corporate environments remains limited. Many companies, even those with in-house cafeterias, pay little attention to the quality and nutritional value of meals offered. Utopian aims to bridge this gap by partnering with organisations like Sodexo and Google, providing a range of nutrient-dense, preservative-free products made from locally sourced Indian superfoods. Unlike many existing options that rely on fortification—often unsuitable for all consumers—Utopian emphasises whole, natural ingredients that deliver true nourishment.
By integrating better food choices into everyday routines, the brand seeks to redefine workplace nutrition and contribute to a healthier, more mindful way of living.
Utopian – Mission and Vision
Mission: Utopian is committed to redefining packaged foods and beverages by offering the healthiest options in the market. As a clean-label brand, it ensures that the products contain Zero Added Preservatives, Zero Refined Sugar, and Zero Chemicals. The brand’s mission is to make India’s finest, nutrient-rich foods accessible to everyone at affordable prices while maintaining the highest quality standards.
Vision: To become a globally recognised Indian brand that sets a benchmark for purity, health, and innovation in packaged foods. Through a robust distribution network, Utopian aims to reach not just Tier 1 cities but also Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, ensuring that everyone has access to wholesome, natural, and safe food choices.
Utopian – Products
Utopian Products
At Utopian, the focus is on creating good-for-you and better-for-you packaged foods and beverages. The beverage products have a six-month shelf life without refrigeration and without any added preservatives. Retort technology is used to ensure they remain shelf-stable.
Product Range:
Smoothies
Fruit- and vegetable-based non-dairy wellness drinks, enriched with superfoods. These products contain zero refined sugar, zero preservatives, and zero artificial colours, flavours, or sweeteners while also being a source of fibre. Naturally sweetened with fruits and honey, they are priced at INR 99 for a 200 ml bottle. Available on the brand’s website and across B2B channels, including corporate offices, airports, gyms, hospitals, and hotels. The range includes:
Detox: A popular vegetable smoothie featuring spinach, cucumber, and orange, powered by superfoods, coconut water and ginger.
Energy: A strawberry and banana smoothie infused with superfoods ashwagandha and green coffee.
Immunity: A kiwi and pineapple smoothie enriched with superfoods tulsi and amla.
Tropical: An Alphonso mango smoothie enhanced with superfoods rajgira (amaranth) and oat milk.
Juices
The most popular product range is tasty and refreshing, with zero added sugar. These honey-based juices contain zero refined sugar and zero preservatives, naturally sweetened with fruits and honey. Priced at INR 50 for 200 ml, they are available online via the brand’s website, Swiggy Instamart, Blinkit, and YouCare, as well as offline in 3,000 general trade retail stores across Mumbai and Pune. The range includes: Litchi Superrr, Guava Superrr, Orange Superrr, Mango Superrr, Lemon Superrr, and Mix Fruit Superrr.
Makhana
For those craving a healthy snack at their desk or on the go, the makhana range offers a tasty and nutritious option. Priced at INR 30, the range includes: Salted, Cream N Onion, Nimbu Pudina, and Masala.
Fizzy U Pop Range (Launching soon)
Understanding that customers love Utopian juices but struggle to cut down on sugary cola drinks, the brand identified a gap in the market for zero-sugar fizzy options. To address this, the Utopian U Pop range has been developed—delivering tasty, vibrant, and zero-sugar alternatives in the fizzy drinks space. Currently available offline, each 200 ml bottle contains only 3 kcal. The range includes U Pop Green Apple, U Pop Lemon, U Pop Watermelon, U Pop Classic Mojito, and U Pop Peach Mojito.
Utopian – Business and Revenue Model
The brand sells its products through three main channels:
Offline General Trade: The largest sales channel until January 2025, with Utopian products available in 3,000+ general trade (mom-and-pop kirana) stores across Mumbai and Pune.
Offline B2B: The brand’s first sales channel, supplying products to corporate offices, co-working spaces, hotels, hospitals, and airports.
Online (Quick Commerce): The newest channel, with Utopian products available on Swiggy Instamart in seven metro cities: Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore, Delhi NCR, Kolkata, Chennai, and Hyderabad.
Utopian – Funding
Date
Stage
Amount
Investors Name
Sep 2022
Friends and Family
INR 1 Cr
Friends and Family
March 2025
Angel
INR 2 Cr
Angels
Utopian – Growth Strategy
The vision for the company began during the pandemic when smoothies were first sold from the kitchen. The first 100 customers came with the help of simple WhatsApp marketing and limited online promotions, with deliveries handled through direct channels at minimal cost. After reaching 500 customers, it became clear that there was a real demand in the market, supporting the idea that this could be a serious business opportunity.
The brand spends very little on marketing. Utopian products have received great feedback, resulting in a 10x ROAS on marketing spends. The team uses cost-effective marketing tools in both offline and online spaces to keep marketing costs low.
As of Jan 2025, Utopian generates a monthly GMV of INR 12 lakhs.
Utopian – Marketing Strategy
Utopian regularly conducts sampling and tasting activities in small retail stores, exhibitions, and flea markets. This has been one of the most effective ways to grow the business. Sampling and tasting activities help boost sales in stores where the products are available, while exhibitions create demand by introducing the brand to new customers. Awareness campaigns play an important role in helping people understand what makes Utopian different and where they can buy the products when they want to make a purchase.
Utopian – Key Tools and Software
Utopian is an FMCG brand that is tech-enabled, extensively using software such as Bizom, Zoho Books, WooCommerce, Haptik, and MS Office.
Utopian – Startups Program/External Support
Utopian has received financial support from Riidl, the Somaiya College incubator, through the Government of India’s Nidhi Prayas Grant, which assisted in R&D and filing a patent for its shelf-stable products. The brand also secured funding under the Startup India Seed Fund Scheme from IIM Lucknow EIC (Incubator for IIM Lucknow), which helped the launch of its products in the market. Additionally, Utopian was incubated by NSRCEL (IIM Bangalore) and CIIE (IIM Ahmedabad) early in its journey, benefiting from their mentorship and guidance in entrepreneurship.
Utopian – Challenges Faced
Utopian’s first challenge was technical—developing beverages with a six-month shelf life, without refrigeration, and free from preservatives. It took 18 months of research and development to launch the first batch of products. This process involved multiple rounds of laboratory and factory testing to ensure the products were both high-quality and safe. Every batch underwent rigorous testing before finalising the formulations.
The current challenge lies in introducing these products to customers without excessive marketing expenditure. Utopian employs cost-effective marketing strategies, such as in-shop branding, posters, banners, and events for offline brand discovery, while also utilising targeted ads via Meta, Google, and marketplaces for online reach.
Utopian – Achievements and Recognitions
Utopian Founders on Shark Tank India
Utopian was featured on Season 4 of Shark Tank India. It was a valuable learning experience, where the Sharks appreciated the products and provided feedback on the business and positioning.
Utopian’s biggest competitor in the healthy juice segment is RAW Pressery, which was acquired by Wingreens World in 2021. RAW Pressery primarily focuses on offline and quick commerce channels, selling coconut water and other juice products, catering to the premium segment.
Other brands, such as Storia, Paperboat, Real Juice, and Tropicana, operate in the broader beverages and juices category. While they are not direct competitors, they serve as indirect competition due to their presence in the packaged drinks market.
Utopian – Future Plans
Utopian aims to expand sales on Quick Commerce platforms. Currently available in the top 7 metro cities via Swiggy Instamart, the brand plans to scale up to the top 30 cities across all Quick Commerce players.
For offline expansion, Utopian will continue to strengthen its presence in Maharashtra and other metro cities.
In terms of product development, the focus will be on expanding the healthy snacking segment. While the brand currently offers four flavours of makhana, future plans include launching dry fruits, ragi chips, and jowar puffs. Additionally, Utopian will explore new categories in the healthy beverage space.
FAQs
Who are the founders of Utopian?
Abhishek Sarwate and Shweta Tare Sarwate are the co-founders of Utopian.
What products does Utopian offer?
Utopian offers healthy juices, smoothies, and snacks like makhana. All products are made without preservatives or refined sugar.
How does Utopian distribute its products?
Utopian sells its products through general trade stores, B2B spaces like offices and hotels, and online via quick commerce platforms like Swiggy Instamart.
Suryakumar Yadav is quickly becoming a household name, and it’s easy to see why. With his incredible talent, hard work, and growing fan base, he’s not just making waves in the sports world but also catching big brands’ attention. His fresh, clean image and youthful energy make him the perfect choice for companies looking to connect with today’s audience.
From sportswear to tech gadgets and even finance, Suryakumar’s endorsements show just how versatile and influential he is. But what makes him so unique? Why are brands lining up to work with him?
In this article, we will look at Suryakumar Yadav’s journey, the brands he’s partnering with, and why he’s the rising star everyone wants a piece of. Get ready to see how this young talent is winning on and off the field!
Suryakumar Yadav’s Brand Ambassador List
Suryakumar Yadav’s popularity extends beyond his sport, making him the face of several high-profile brands. His endorsements range from sports equipment to luxury brands and fitness to financial services.
Here’s a list of some of the top brands he currently represents:
When the stakes are high and the game is on the line, there’s only one name that shines like a SKY full of stars, and that is none other than the iconic Suryakumar Yadav! Known for his fearless 360-degree stroke play and ability to turn the tide of any match, Surya embodies the spirit of every Dream11 player: calculated risks, mindful strategies, and the thrill of the game!
Just like Surya dominates the pitch with his innovative shot-making, you can take control of your cricketing destiny with Dream11, where skill meets strategy and every decision counts.
When it comes to confidence, comfort, and owning your style, there’s no one better than Surya Kumar Yadav to show us how it’s done. Whether on the pitch or off it, he plays by his own rules, bringing unmatched energy and flair to the game. Just like his bold batting style, GenX Innerwear empowers you to move with confidence—because real champions don’t follow; they set their path.
At GenX Innerwear, we believe that true style isn’t about following the crowd—it’s about moving with confidence, breaking the mold, and setting your own pace. Yadav’s fearless game, our innerwear is designed for those who don’t just play along but create their own path. With superior comfort, a perfect fit, and bold designs, GenX Innerwear lets you step into every moment feeling your best.
Reebok
Reebok – Suryakumar Yadav Brand Endorsements
Reebok India launched its ‘I Am the New’ campaign, featuring Indian cricketer Suryakumar Yadav and actress Taapsee Pannu as brand ambassadors. The campaign aimed to challenge societal stereotypes and encourage individuals to embrace their unique identities through sports and fitness.
Reebok selected Yadav and Pannu for their unconventional career paths and ability to defy norms in their fields. Pannu, known for her versatile roles in Indian cinema, embodies resilience and determination, aligning with Reebok’s message of empowerment. Yadav, celebrated for his dynamic cricketing style, represents innovation and self-expression in sports.
The campaign’s video showcases Pannu and Yadav narrating their journeys, highlighting how they overcame challenges by breaking free from societal norms.
Lenskart
Lenskart – Suryakumar Yadav Brand Endorsements
Lenskart, a leading eyewear brand, recently launched its ‘Dhaakad Hai’ campaign featuring Indian cricketer Suryakumar Yadav. The campaign emphasizes self-belief and individuality, encapsulated by the tagline ‘Lenskart Dhaakad Hai.’
In the television commercial, set in a vibrant Indian alley, a group of youngsters is engrossed in a game of cricket. A formidable bowler dismisses a batsman, leading to intense celebrations. However, when Suryakumar Yadav steps onto the field as the next batsman, the opposing team is gripped with panic and fear. The tension escalates as Yadav dons his Lenskart glasses, culminating in a thrilling sequence that showcases his exceptional batting skills.
Sprite
Sprite – Suryakumar Yadav Brand Endorsements
Sprite relaunched its ‘Joke in a Bottle’ campaign, focusing on delivering humor and refreshment to its consumers. This initiative featured notable personalities, including cricketer Suryakumar Yadav and comedian Kapil Sharma, who collaborated to infuse the campaign with wit and entertainment.
The campaign allowed consumers to access humorous content by scanning Sprite bottles, unlocking jokes in over nine regional languages on topics like exams, college life, relationships, and food. This interactive approach aimed to resonate with a diverse audience, offering relatable and enjoyable experiences.
ICICI Prudential Life Insurance
ICICI Prudential Life Insurance – Suryakumar Yadav Brand Endorsements
ICICI Prudential Life Insurance launched a digital-first campaign titled “360° Financial Protection with ICICI Prudential Life Insurance,” featuring renowned Indian cricketer Suryakumar Yadav. Yadav, celebrated for his innovative 360-degree playing style and nicknamed “Mr. 360,” was chosen to represent the comprehensive coverage offered by the company’s insurance products.
The campaign emphasizes ICICI Prudential’s suite of protection products designed to provide all-encompassing financial security in critical situations. Manish Dubey, Chief Marketing Officer of ICICI Prudential Life Insurance, highlighted that Yadav’s dependability and consistency align seamlessly with the company’s values, making him an ideal ambassador for their message of trust and comprehensive protection.
Unischolars
Unischolars – Suryakumar Yadav Brand Endorsements
Cricket superstar Suryakumar Yadav, known for his fearless and innovative style on the field, has stepped into a new arena- education. Teaming up with Unischolars, a leading platform dedicated to helping students achieve their academic dreams, Suryakumar is now championing a cause close to his heart: empowering the next generation to reach their full potential.
This collaboration is more than just a partnership; it’s a shared vision of breaking barriers and creating opportunities. Just as Suryakumar’s 360-degree batting style redefines what’s possible in cricket, Unischolars is revolutionizing the way students access education abroad.
From finding the right universities to securing scholarships and navigating the complexities of studying overseas, Unischolars provides end-to-end support to turn aspirations into reality.
Men of Platinum
Men of Platinum – Suryakumar Yadav Brand Endorsements
Platinum Guild International (PGI) India’s Men of Platinum introduced leading cricketer Suryakumar Yadav, affectionately known as “SKY,” as the face of their latest campaign. This collaboration highlights the alignment between Yadav’s personal journey and the enduring qualities that platinum symbolizes.
The campaign features a six-part mini-series titled “A Minute with Men of Platinum X Suryakumar Yadav,” offering an intimate look into Yadav’s life and career.
Seagram’s Royal Stag
Seagram’s Royal Stag – Suryakumar Yadav Brand Endorsements
Seagram’s Royal Stag has embarked on a dynamic collaboration with Indian cricketer Suryakumar Yadav, featuring him prominently in their recent “Live It Large” campaign. Launched in June 2023, this campaign aligns with the brand’s philosophy of inspiring individuals to dream big and embrace life to the fullest.
The campaign film showcases Suryakumar Yadav alongside Bollywood superstar Ranveer Singh and South African cricket legend AB de Villiers. Each segment of the film delves into the protagonists’ vibrant lifestyles, reflecting the energy and aspirations of today’s youth. The narrative emphasizes the “Generation Large” philosophy, encouraging the audience to seize every moment with passion and enthusiasm.
UrbanGabru
UrbanGabru – Suryakumar Yadav Brand Endorsements
UrbanGabru, a prominent men’s grooming brand in India, announced the appointment of cricketer Suryakumar Yadav as its brand ambassador. This collaboration aimed to enhance the brand’s visibility and appeal among young Indian men by associating with a sports personality known for his dynamic performance and style.
As part of this partnership, Suryakumar endorsed UrbanGabru’s grooming range, including the Hair Volumizing Powder Wax, which provides instant volume and a 24-hour hold, and India’s first made-in-India Hair Removal Cream Spray, offering a painless hair removal experience within six to eight minutes.
JioCinema
JioCinema – Suryakumar Yadav Brand Endorsements
Cricket fans, get ready for a game-changing experience! Suryakumar Yadav, the dynamic Mr. 360 of Indian cricket, has joined forces with JioCinema as their brand ambassador, and it’s a match made in entertainment heaven. This exciting collaboration is about taking fan engagement to the next level during the thrilling TATA IPL season.
JioCinema, known for its cutting-edge digital platform, is on a mission to make cricket viewing more immersive, accessible, and unforgettable than ever before. And who better to lead this charge than Suryakumar Yadav, whose electrifying performances and infectious energy have made him a fan favorite?
Together, they’re set to revolutionize how fans experience the game, blending Yadav’s star power with JioCinema’s innovative digital initiatives and social media campaigns.
Maxima Watches
Maxima Watches – Suryakumar Yadav Brand Endorsements
Maxima Watches, a prominent Indian watch brand, announced the appointment of cricketer Suryakumar Yadav as their brand ambassador. This collaboration aimed to enhance the visibility of Maxima’s Max Pro series, particularly the newly launched Max Pro X1 smartwatch.
Suryakumar Yadav, renowned for his exceptional performances in the Indian Premier League (IPL), resonated with Maxima’s brand ethos of reliability and excellence. The partnership was strategically timed to leverage the ongoing IPL season, aiming to boost sales and strengthen Maxima’s presence in the smartwatch market.
Moha
Moha – Suryakumar Yadav Brand Endorsements
When it comes to staying at the top of his game, Suryakumar Yadav knows it’s not just about skill and practice—it’s also about taking care of his skin. That’s why the cricket sensation has partnered with moha:, a trusted Ayurvedic skincare brand, as their brand ambassador. Known for its natural and effective products, moha aligns perfectly with Suryakumar’s commitment to staying protected and hydrated, especially during the grueling IPL season.
For Suryakumar, hydration and sunscreen aren’t just part of a skincare routine—they’re essential tools for peak performance. “Hydration and sunscreen are my dynamic duo,” he shared. “They keep me protected from the sun’s harsh rays and help me stay focused on the field.” With moha’s emphasis on sun protection and foot care, Suryakumar found a brand that understands the unique needs of athletes.
Crossbeats
Crossbeats – Suryakumar Yadav Brand Endorsements
Cricket’s very own Mr. 360, Suryakumar Yadav, has added another exciting role to his portfolio—brand ambassador for Crossbeats, the trailblazing smartwatch brand. This dynamic partnership is set to revolutionize the smartwatch experience for India’s youth, combining Suryakumar’s winning energy with Crossbeats’ cutting-edge technology.
Known for his consistency and match-winning performances, Suryakumar is the perfect fit for Crossbeats, a brand that prides itself on reliability, innovation, and style. Archit Agarwal, Co-Founder of Crossbeats, couldn’t be happier about the collaboration, saying, “Suryakumar’s energetic and dependable persona mirrors the essence of Crossbeats. We’re thrilled to have him on board as we redefine the smartwatch experience for young consumers.”
The Indian Garage Co
The Indian Garage Co – Suryakumar Yadav Brand Endorsements
Fashion met cricket in a spectacular way as The Indian Garage Co. unveiled its first-ever Exclusive Brand Outlet (EBO) in Bengaluru, with none other than Suryakumar Yadav as the star of the show.
The event was a celebration of style, innovation, and community, marking a major milestone for the brand and giving fans a chance to connect with their favorite cricketer.
The four-day launch was nothing short of electric. Fashion enthusiasts from across India strutted their stuff in a vibrant fashion walk, setting the stage for the grand finale—Suryakumar Yadav’s appearance on the final day.
Flipkart launched a creative campaign promoting attractive deals on large-screen TVs during the Indian Premier League (IPL) season. This initiative, conceptualized by 22feet Tribal Worldwide, aimed to enhance the cricket-viewing experience by encouraging consumers to upgrade their televisions.
The campaign featured playful interactions with major IPL sponsors, including brands like RuPay, Acko, boAt, Pedigree, and MPL. Flipkart’s billboards humorously suggested that these brands’ advertisements would look even better on larger TVs, to which the brands responded with appreciative messages, creating an engaging and light-hearted banter.
Conclusion
Suryakantha Yadav’s meteoric rise in the cricketing world has made him a sought-after name in the brand endorsement space. His fearless playing style, relatability, and charismatic presence have earned him partnerships with some of the biggest brands across various industries—from sportswear and tech to finance and lifestyle.
Whether it is promoting confidence with GenX Innerwear, redefining fitness with Reebok, or bringing entertainment to life with JioCinema, Yadav’s influence goes far beyond the cricket field. As he continues to shine, his growing list of brand associations only solidifies his status as a modern-day icon both on and off the pitch.
FAQs
Who is Suryakumar Yadav?
Suryakumar Yadav is a prominent Indian cricketer known for his innovative batting style and impactful performances.
Why is Suryakumar Yadav considered a face of modern branding?
Suryakumar Yadav’s unique personality, dynamic playing style, and strong social media presence make him a highly marketable figure.
What are some key elements of Suryakumar Yadav brand appeal?
Suryakumar Yadav’s “Mr. 360” batting, energetic celebrations, and positive attitude resonate with fans.
AI voice agents are intelligent systems that utilize artificial intelligence to have conversations between two people through words. They use Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR) technology to convert spoken words into text, Natural Language Processing (NLP) to give meaning and intent, and then Text-to-Speech (TTS), which gives liveliness to the voice-over. Also, these systems possess some context-aware algorithms to provide personalized and coherent interaction, making the whole communication simple and effective.
Famous in various industries, AI voice agents have become virtual assistants such as Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant, and they manage smart devices and carry out daily tasks. In addition to this, they help customer service by developing automated responses while keeping services efficient. A lot of companies are also using AI voice agents to facilitate hands-free communication with their clients. These voice agents capture voice inputs through devices and process them via ASR and NLP to deliver voice responses again, making interactions with AI ever more natural and intuitive for society. AI voice agents bring about a transformation, changing the way humans talk to machines.
AI-powered text-to-speech, voice cloning, and audio generation
ElevenLabs voice AI – Best AI Voice Agents
ElevenLabs voice AI has made a mark as a highly advanced text-to-speech TTS platform capable of producing multitudes of voices that sound authentic. Founded in 2022, it’s aimed at being a one-stop destination for everything voice-related, using deep learning to produce human-like voices with natural intonations and emotions in over 30 languages, in addition to voice cloning to personalize the application. This AI also offers dubbing solutions with tones and even uses custom config settings for stability, similarity, and style exaggeration. All the while, the complex synthesis seems fantastic with an API seamlessly merging into applications with low latency (about 400 milliseconds)-making ElevenLabs one of the most powerful audio content producing, dubbing, and application development tools to visit for a new era in the realm of human-machine interaction with generated voices.
Pros
Quick and effective AI voice generation.
Cheap pricing plans with a free tier are available.
Intuitive interface
Versatile applicability in audiobooks, games, and marketing.
Cons
Limited language options
Challenges with long or complex text inputs
Pricing
Plan
Pricing
Starter
$5/month
Creator
$11/month
Pro
$99/month
Scale
$330/month
Business
$1320/month
Enterprise
ElevenLabs voice AI offers custom pricing; contact them for a quote.
OpenAI GPT-4 Turbo Voice
WEBSITE
www.openai.com
Rating
4.8
Free Trial
Yes
Best For
AI-powered voice synthesis, natural speech generation, and real-time interactions
OpenAI GPT-4 Turbo – Best AI Voice Agents
This voice chat feature of OpenAI GPT-4 Turbo is part of a GPT-4o (Omni-type) model, a next-generation AI system integrating all forms of text, voice, and image input and output for entirely real-time, emotionally significant, nuanced dialogues. Unlike previous models, it merges speech recognition, reasoning, and text-to-speech into a singular system, obviating the need for separate pipelines in dynamic, ultrashort latencies (0.32s) and allows for more than 50 languages with real-time automatic translation. Further, it provides different tones and emotions for the highest engagement and coherency with the contextual basis. Additionally, the generated audio content makes it possible for storytelling, voice assistants, and multilingual communications that revolutionize human interaction with AI-based speech technology.
Pros
Speech recognition, reasoning, and TTS(Text to Speech) in a single system.
Expressive and faster responses
Supports multi-lingual translation
Cons
Advanced features require strong computational capabilities.
Too costly for small business owners
Pricing
Plan
Pricing
Input Tokens
$0.01 per 1,000 tokens
Output Tokens
$0.03 per 1,000 tokens
Google Assistant (Duet AI)
WEBSITE
www.google.com/duetai
Rating
4.6
Free Trial
Yes
Best For
AI-powered virtual assistance, productivity enhancement, and real-time collaboration
Google Duet AI – Best AI Voice Agents
Google Duet AI, an AI assistant that performs generative tasks, is embedded into Google Workspace and Google Cloud and enhances productivity through conversational intelligence, multimodal capabilities, and real-time collaboration. Voice operations are made possible with applications like Docs, Gmail, Sheets, Slides, and Meet, promoting a work environment through content generation, AI-driven meeting assistance, and dual-task execution on meeting participants.
The “Attend for Me” feature joins the meeting, sends messages, and provides meeting recaps; real-time transcription, and translation support in more than 18 languages. Duet AI drafts emails, documents, and presentations auto-generates speaker notes and charts, and provides customization tools for text editing, like “Formalize” or “Shorten.” It intelligently suggests edits and organizes data, thereby transforming the collaboration experience and making interaction at the workplace easier and more effective.
Pros
Google Workspace apps provide deep integration for seamless workflows.
The text, voice, and image combinations provided by Gemini give additional options.
Real-time assistance during meetings can reduce manual note-taking or participation effort.
Cons
Dependency on Google Workspace
Advanced features might require training
Pricing
Google Duet AI offers custom pricing; contact them for a quote.
Amazon Alexa AI
WEBSITE
www.amazon.com/alexa
Rating
4.5
Free Trial
Yes
Best For
Voice-controlled smart assistant, home automation, and AI-driven interactions
Amazon Alexa AI – Best AI Voice Agents
Cloud-based voice assistant Amazon Alexa is integrated into Echo devices and compatible hardware that provides ASR, NLP, and generative AI technologies for smooth voice interaction, smart home automation, media playback, and real-time information delivery. With its improved conversational capabilities, Alexa now enhances more intuitive, context-aware responses and follow-up interactions. It controls smart devices such as lighting and thermostats, allowing for complex routines that can be performed by voice commands.
Alexa streams music, podcasts, and audiobooks from such platforms as Spotify and Amazon Music while keeping you updated on weather, news, traffic, and sports scores. Thousands of third-party apps from its skills library provide added functionality, including other support for languages and AI-generated smart briefings for personalized daily summaries, making it the most flexible digital assistant possible.
Pros
Gen AI makes conversations natural and fluid
Multi-lingual support
Seamless customization
Cons
Privacy issues
Restricted to Amazon’s ecosystem
Pricing
Plan
Pricing
Alex +
$19.99 per month
Microsoft Copilot
WEBSITE
www.microsoft.com
Rating
4.7
Free Trial
Yes
Best For
AI-powered productivity, coding assistance, and business automation
Microsoft Copilot – Best AI Voice Agents
Microsoft Copilot for Voice, which is incorporated into Copilot Studio, is an AI voice technology solution that propels advancements in customer service and self-service applications. It integrates with an interactive voice response (IVR) embracing speech recognition and dual-tone multi-frequency (DTMF) input while allowing advanced customization for the effective handling of calls. These include barge-in capability for interaction speeding, speech-to-text conversion, and SSML voice synthesis for natural responses. Silence detection prompts users when necessary, while latency messaging keeps them informed during long processes. Settings could be customized to suit noisy environments as well as industry criteria, such as healthcare and finance. Copilot for Voice will herald the end of busy work in any modern call center with intelligent and innovative automation.
Pros
Customizable for voice tone and pitch
Suitable for diverse industries
Integration with Microsoft 365
Cons
Limited functionality outside the Microsoft ecosystem
The steep learning curve for advanced features
Pricing
Microsoft Copilot offers custom pricing; contact them for a quote.
AI-driven speech generation, audio editing, and multilingual text-to-speech synthesis
Meta Voicebox – Best AI Voice Agents
Meta Voicebox is an exemplary advanced state-of-the-art generative AI model for synthesizing, editing, and generating multilingual audio. In-context learning enables it to produce high-quality speech from only a two-second sample of text, replicating the speaker’s style. It edits and reconstructs interrupted recordings without re-recording, removing noise, correcting errors as well as completely re-recording.
It provides a cross-lingual style transfer of the same voice characteristics from English, to French, Spanish, German, Polish, and Portuguese. Training on audiobooks for more than 50,000 hours results in naturalism and diverseness in speech patterns. Its noise reduction feature is added for clearer audio. Its applications in accessibility also let people with visual impairments “hear” messages in a voice familiar to them. Voicebox thus covers the spectrum of virtual assistants and content creation.
Pros
The low word error rate(1.9% for English)
Suited for use cases – virtual assistants, content creation, and audio editing.
Multilingual capability
Cons
Not available for the general public only for limited to specific partnerships
Privacy issues.
Pricing
Details not available to the public
Nuance Dragon AI
WEBSITE
www.nuance.com
Rating
4.6
Free Trial
Yes
Best For
AI-powered speech recognition, transcription, and professional dictation
Nuance Dragon AI – Best AI Voice Agents
Nuance Dragon AI is essentially voice recognition software that converts speech into text with an astonishing 99% level of accuracy, thus allowing one to dictate three times faster than typing. This was built for various industries, including healthcare, legal, and educational activities, through NLP and deep learning that facilitate users to navigate the application and automate their work. The user can create a customized vocabulary and set of voice commands for their specific workflows.
It integrates seamlessly with Microsoft Office and EHR systems, thus boosting productivity. Real-time speech editing enhances productivity, while cloud support allows using the software on different devices regardless of their sync state. Dragon AI caters to specialized vocabularies for the legal and medical industries, producing accurate transcriptions and granting hands-free control that is indispensable for professionals whose daily activities demand accuracy and ease of use.
Pros
Adaptable for various industries
Integrates with existing software
User-friendly interface
Cons
Costly for small business owners
The steep learning curve for some users
Cognigy
WEBSITE
www.cognigy.com
Rating
4.5
Free Trial
Yes
Best For
AI-powered conversational automation, customer service, and enterprise chatbot solutions
Cognigy – Best AI Voice Agents
Cognigy is a powerful AI voice agent platform that enhances customer engagement through intelligent, automated voice interactions. Its latest version, Cognigy.AI v4.96, offers advanced voice customization with over 1,000 multilingual synthetic voices. The Cognigy Voice Gateway enables seamless integration with contact center systems for automated phone conversations.
Supporting top speech-to-text providers like Google, AWS, Microsoft, and Nuance, it ensures high recognition accuracy. Features like barge-in capability create natural interactions, while real-time agent assistance provides knowledge lookup and recommendations during calls. Multimodal support allows users to engage via voice while sharing images or completing actions like payments. Advanced analytics and monitoring tools help businesses track performance, making Cognigy a comprehensive solution for enhancing customer service operations.
Pros
24/7 customer support
Handles increased workload
Easy integration with existing infrastructure
Cons
Higher price for SMB owners
Complex setup
Pricing
Cognigy offers custom pricing; contact them for a quote.
Synthflow AI
WEBSITE
www.synthflow.ai
Rating
4.5
Free Trial
Yes
Best For
AI-powered voice assistants for automating phone calls and enhancing customer interactions
Synthflow AI – Best AI Voice Agents
Synthflow AI facilitates the detailed AI mechanism for voice-into-phone calls by automating business communication and providing speed and efficiency in performing tasks and engaging customers. It assists users in creating customizable AI voice assistants without code, thus facilitating real-time automation of incoming inquiries, outbound lead qualification, and appointment scheduling, echoing human voices through translation into more than 20 operational languages.
The platform channels and streamlines workflow concerning scheduling, inquiries, and any other functions integrated into more than 200 third-party applications, including CRMs and telephony systems. Multi-voice synthesis technologies ensure naturally occurring, adaptable conversations, thus making perceptive enhancements to the customer experiences. Additionally, Synthflow AI provides white labeling and branding such that agencies can take AI assistants as their creations flexible and scalable solutions for business advantages.
Pros
Drag and drop interface
Easy customizations
Human-like voice capabilities
Cons
Requires Twilio for telephony services
Advanced features require added training
Pricing
Plan
Pricing
Pro
$450/month
Growth
$900/month
Agency
$1400/month
Enterprise
Synthflow AI offers custom pricing; contact them for a quote.
PlayHT
WEBSITE
www.play.ht
Rating
4.5
Free Trial
Yes
Best For
AI-powered text-to-speech, voice cloning, and audio content creation
PlayHT – Best AI Voice Agents
The basic concept of PlayHT is that it is an AI-backed voice agent that works on hyper-realistic text-to-speech technologies, allowing users to convert text to life-like audio for customer service and sales and multimedia content creation. It has over 800 natural AI voices in 142 languages with various accents for use in various applications. The voice cloning feature attempts to replicate the unique voice characteristic so that each experience can be personalized.
Real-time TTS is used for live examples like podcasts and streaming. The API/SDK can allow easy embedding in chatbots or other platforms for easy automation. Users can modify pitch, rate, and intonation for highly customized voice output. The conversational AI models facilitate engaging human-level conversations, making it a broad solution for businesses wanting to bring life to audio content that is engaging and easily approachable.
Pros
User-friendly interface
Extensive voice library
Human likeability
Cons
Limited free tier
High price for small business
Pricing
Plan
Pricing
Creator
$19/month
Professional
$99/month
Unlimited
$150/month
Enterprise
PlayHT offers custom pricing; contact them for a quote.
Conclusion
Incorporating highly evolving technologies such as natural language processing, speech recognition, and generative AI technology, such voice agents provide realistic interactions that are close to the human touch. They do have a huge impact on efficiency, customization, and overall user engagement experiences, but those will be crucial considerations compared to up-front costs and integration usability in different use cases for a potential customer to determine the right platform.
Pratyusha Srivastava
