Join us for an enlightening conversation with Anuj Parekh, co-founder of BharatSure, a pioneering ₹100 crore insuretech startup transforming India’s insurance landscape.

Anuj shares his unconventional journey from Chartered Accountant to entrepreneur, the lessons he’s learned scaling in a “boring” but billion-dollar industry, and how Bharat Shaw leverages tech, trust, and deep partnerships to deliver insurance products for underserved segments—students, gig workers, and beyond.


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1:00 – Welcome & Introductions
2:00 – Why insurance? Your story
5:18 – Is a tech background necessary?
7:08 – Entrepreneur you truly admire
10:10 – If not this, then what?
12:37 – 90Cr Indians uninsured? Why?
16:48 – Shocking insurance fraud story
19:50 – What full-stack really means
25:32 – Embedded insurance explained simply
32:49 – Total insurance products offered
33:00 – BharatSure’s B2B growth strategy
37:48 – Worst idea ever pitched
40:42 – Useless metrics boards chase
41:50 – Why startups fail at wealth
44:37 – Advice for young founders
46:44 – Fun rapid-fire questions
51:00 – Final takeaways & wrap-up

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At the helm of a ₹2000 crore legacy, Jay Shah is driving V-Trans (India) to new heights in the logistics industry, without a single rupee of VC funding. 

From managing 1,500+ branches to navigating family business dynamics and building for the future of green logistics, Jay’s story is a blueprint for scaling smart and staying grounded.

In this episode, we explore how Jay balances tradition with innovation, his candid views on the “Lalla” stereotype, and what every new-age founder can learn from India’s most resilient logistics brand.

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What does it take to build a global SaaS powerhouse from scratch? In this episode, we sit down with Dhruvil Sanghvi, the visionary founder and CEO of LogiNext, to uncover the real stories behind scaling one of the world’s fastest-growing logistics automation platforms.

Dhruvil shares his journey from consulting for Fortune 500 giants to launching LogiNext in 2015, inspired by his family’s entrepreneurial roots and a keen eye for untapped opportunities in logistics tech. Discover how he navigated early setbacks, raised over $50 million from marquee investors, and led LogiNext to serve 200+ enterprise clients across 50+ countries

0:00 - Trailer: What to expect in this episode
1:38 - Opening credits 
3:15 - Intro to the episode
4:15 - From US job to B2B SaaS
8:56 - Early lessons from his father
12:30 - Consulting insights that shaped SaaS journey
17:04 - Why very few solve logistics in India
20:40 - How they built a scalable SaaS playbook
32:14 - GTM (Go-to-market) strategy that worked
41:47 - Selling after raising $50M
48:21 - Capital efficiency in SaaS explained
51:32 - Smart SaaS pricing & positioning
56:10 - Comparing US vs India funding mindset
1:03:18 - Rise of startup IPOs in India
1:06:53 - His favorite founder & key lessons learned
1:11:33 - Advice to aspiring SaaS founders
1:13:23 - Mistakes most first-time founders make
1:17:05 - Fun rapid-fire segment
1:17:50 - Final thoughts + closing remarks

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At just 26, Pranay Parekh has turned EUME into a ₹124 crore powerhouse, shaking up the travel gear industry with bold designs and smart innovation. From launching the world’s first massager backpack to building a loyal customer base across India, EUME stands out for its quality and creativity.

Discover how Pranay’s vision, relentless hustle, and unique approach are helping EUME challenge industry giants and redefine what it means to travel in style.

0:00 - Trailer  
2:19 - Introduction  
2:54 - Betting on Old-School Bags  
6:04 - Pricing vs Design in Travel  
10:53 - Toughest Phase from 0 to 1  
14:00 - Advice for Young Travel Founders  
16:26 - Is EUME Like Apple or Android?  
21:07 - Hitting ₹4Cr Run Rate  
22:49 - Post Shark Tank Impact  
25:38 - Future of Luggage in India  
29:12 - Travel Stats That Matter  
31:44 - Competing With Market Giants  
34:15 - Manufacturing: In-House or Outsourced?  
36:38 - Having Ashish Kacholia Onboard  
42:20 - Co-Founding With Your Mother  
47:31 - Fun Rapid Fire Round  
59:11 - Final Takeaways and Wrap

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In this episode of the Indian Business Podcast, we sit down with Aditya Joshi, the visionary Founder and MD of Jagrut Retreats, a growing chain of wellness resorts designed to bring holistic living to both rural and urban India.

From decoding hiring strategies to scaling with quality, Aditya shares the first thing he'd change in business, his approach to expansion, and how customer feedback can unlock explosive sales growth. He breaks down urban vs. rural marketing, how to pick locations, and his underrated marketing hacks you can implement today.

You’ll also learn:
How to maintain quality across multiple outlets
The playbook to win and retain loyal customers
How to turn complaints into loyalty
Red flags to watch for in business partnerships
Lessons from running multiple ventures in hospitality


0:00 - Trailer
1:21 - Introduction
1:33 - First thing you change in business
6:12 - How to decide what stays
8:56 - Why hiring is everything
10:28 - Rural vs urban mindset
12:26 - Most surprising business lesson
14:40 - How to pick new locations
17:38 - Quality control across outlets
20:38 - Winning customer loyalty playbook
22:54 - Using feedback to grow sales
24:57 - Upselling tips that work
28:25 - Turn complaints into loyalty
30:33 - Rural vs urban marketing
35:10 - Most underrated marketing channel
37:15 - Managing time across ventures
38:19 - Lessons from the hospitality business
41:04 - Mistakes to avoid early on
44:51 - Red flags in partnerships
53:48 - Closing Thoughts

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00:00 – Trailer
A quick glimpse into the inspiring journey behind The Chocolate Room’s global success.
02:29 – Introduction
Meet Vikas Punjabi, the visionary behind The Chocolate Room, and discover what drives his passion.
03:55 – Managing a Global F&B Brand
07:18 – Launching the First Outlet in India
07:31 – Scaling to 400+ Outlets & Learning from Failures
Challenges, missteps, and lessons from building a massive franchise network.
09:59 – Discovering a Passion for Chocolate
11:33 – 3 Must-Know Tips for Aspiring Franchisees
14:18 – Deep Dive into the Early Days
16:42 – Top 3 Entrepreneur Hacks
19:58 – Expanding into Pakistan: Key Challenges
23:22 – How The Chocolate Room Plans to Expand Further
26:33 – Growth in 2007 vs 2025
38:11 – What Customers Really Think
40:14 – Innovation in the F&B Market
45:07 – Top 3 Business Challenges Today
45:35 – Thoughts on Competition
53:29 – Rapid Fire: Chocolate Industry Insights
56:01 – Podcast Wrap-Up

Today on the Indian Business Podcast, we’re joined by Vikas Panjabi, the visionary founder of The Chocolate Room—one of the world’s fastest-growing F&B café chains with over 400+ outlets across the globe.

From launching a single outlet in India to building a global chocolate empire, Vikas opens up about the failures, lessons, and hustle behind scaling in competitive markets like India and Pakistan, without relying on big VC money or shortcuts.

This is a must-watch for anyone interested in food startups, franchising, or bold founder stories.

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From battling distribution hurdles to busting startup myths, this episode dives deep into the real journey of building a never-die brand in the F&B space. With over 10 years of hands-on experience in the healthy snacking industry, our guest reveals what it takes to create products that are not only clean and tasty but also scalable and investor-ready.

You’ll hear powerful insights on:
Overcoming early failures as a founder
The unspoken challenges in F&B distribution
Growth strategies that work for online food brands in India
Myths that are killing consumer startups
The top 3 health trends taking over in 2025
The truth behind viral health content (feat Trisha Vaidya)
How to convince investors—even during a global crisis
What’s really inside your favorite snack foods
Blue Zones, mental wellness, and why ingredient transparency matters more than ever

0:00 – Trailer  
0:54 – Entrepreneur Journey: Tough Start  
5:56 – Building a Never-Die Brand  
7:41 – Challenges in F&B Distribution  
13:27 – Online Growth for F&B Brands  
18:43 – Myths in Consumer Startups  
24:49 – 10 Years into the Healthy Snacking Industry  
28:10 – Convincing Investors During COVID  
31:01 – Top 3 Health Trends  
35:37 – Viral Post by Trisha Vaidya  
39:34 – Thoughts on Blue Zones  
41:54 – Ingredient Breakdown of Food Items  
49:14 – Ending Thought…

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00:00 - Trailer
Get a glimpse of how Sid’s Farm is shaking up India’s dairy industry with innovation and integrity.
01:33 - Introduction
Meet the founder of Sid’s Farm and uncover the mission behind this bold dairy startup.
02:15 - From Collapse to Growth
How a near failure transformed into a thriving dairy brand.
06:58 - India’s Milk Supply Problem
The shocking truth about where your milk really comes from.
10:11 - Testing as a Solution to Adulteration
Why rigorous testing could be the key to India’s milk safety crisis.
19:12 - Quality vs. Marketing
Should you believe the hype—or the lab reports?
21:55 - Top 3 Dangerous Milk Contaminants
What might be lurking in your morning glass of milk?
26:23 - Can India Hit the $7B Dairy Market?
Exploring the growth potential of India’s booming dairy sector.
28:01 - Was BP a Reason to Start?
How a health scare helped shape a mission-driven business.
32:13 - 3 Essentials for Health
Simple daily practices to boost your well-being.
33:58 - 3 Must-Checks in Packaged Milk
Don't buy packaged milk before checking these 3 things.
38:07 - "I Made It" Moment
The emotional moment that made it all worthwhile.
41:09 - Is Sid’s Farm Going Public?
What the future holds for Sid’s Farm on the investment front.
43:18 - Is Early Funding Always Necessary?
Bootstrapped vs. funded—what really works in dairy?
45:07 - 2 Insights for Dairy Founders
Crucial advice for anyone building a dairy startup in India.
47:03 - Customers as Angel Investors?
Can your buyers actually help fund your business?
48:05 - Dairy Myths vs. Reality
Busting common misconceptions around milk and dairy.
52:58 - Final Thoughts and Sign-Off
Key takeaways and parting advice from the founder of Sid’s Farm.


Today on the Indian Business Podcast, we’re joined by a remarkable entrepreneur, Kishore Indukuri, the Founder & CEO of Sid’s Farm, one of India’s most trusted clean milk brands. From leaving a high-paying job in the US to fixing India’s milk quality crisis, Kishore has built a dairy brand that's challenging industry giants — without flashy marketing or big VC money.

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0:00 – Trailer
1:45 – Introduction
1:57 – Making logistics more democratic
3:50 – Zippee’s forward action plan
5:02 – Misconceptions in quick commerce
6:18 – Take on Piyush Goyal’s comment
7:14 – Business model in simple terms
8:35 – Quick commerce in smaller towns
12:04 – Who competes with Zippee?
14:03 – Managing 150+ dark stores
15:46 – Founder’s background in ops?
17:32 – Shift from growth to sustainability
20:07 – Toughest decision as founder
21:21 – Advice to young entrepreneurs
23:12 – Logistical hurdles for D2C brands
25:58 – Lessons from top investors
29:35 – Top D2C brands doing well
33:28 – Doubts about Zippee’s future?
35:05 – Zippee’s potential pivot idea
38:22 – Quick industry breakdown
43:48 – Final wrap-up and thoughts

In today’s episode of Figuring Out, we have Madhav Kasturia, the founder of Zippee, India’s fast-growing quick commerce startup. Madhav has deep experience in operations, logistics, and building scalable businesses across India, and this conversation dives deep into the future of how India shops and moves goods.

In this episode, we talked about how Zippee is building 150+ dark stores across the country, their mission to make logistics more democratic, and enabling D2C brands to grow faster. Madhav breaks down Zippee’s business model in simple terms, how they are solving logistics challenges in Tier 2 and 3 towns, and how their approach differs from giants like  @letsblinkit   and  @ZeptoNow .

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0:00 – Trailer  
1:37 – Introductions  
2:04 – Starting with Family Business  
5:44 – 3 Unsexy Indian Businesses  
10:49 – Diaper Industry Growth Lag  
15:51 – Tackling Diaper Social Stigma  
22:41 – Adult Diaper Market Size  
26:04 – R&D in Diaper Making  
28:39 – This Week’s New Learning  
29:14 – 3 Steps to Startup  
35:37 – Behind Nobel’s Ad Strategy  
44:47 – How I Pick Startups  
45:27 – Biggest Business Challenges Faced  
48:15 – Future of Legacy Brands  
54:32 – Diaper Making and Pollution  
57:20 – Entrepreneurial Mindset Game  
1:00:07 – Podcast Wrap-Up

In today’s episode, Kartik Johari, the passionate and insightful Vice President of Nobel Hygiene, discusses building one of India’s most impactful yet underrated businesses. Nobel Hygiene is the force behind Friends Adult Diapers, Teddyy Baby Diapers, and Raho Safe sanitary products — and Kartik is on a mission to normalize conversations around hygiene, dignity, and care.

In this episode, Kartik opens up about starting in the family business and why “unsexy” industries like diapers and sanitary products are goldmines in disguise. We dive into the stigma surrounding adult diapers, how that affects market growth, and what it takes to shift public perception.

He also shares insights on the emotional and strategic thinking behind their viral Radhika Apte ad campaign, how they educate people about menstruation and elderly care, and why he believes legacy brands need to reinvent or fade out.

From product R&D and sustainability challenges to marketing hygiene products in a judgmental society, this conversation is full of eye-opening truths and real-world wisdom. Kartik also reveals his 3-step startup framework, his take on entrepreneurial mindset, and how he chooses businesses worth backing.

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