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Moneycontrol Startup Conclave 2023 culminates on a high note
Mumbai: Moneycontrol team is happy to announce the grand culmination of the highly anticipated Startup Conclave 2023, a landmark event that congregated prominent entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and visionaries from around the world. Held on July 7th in Bengaluru, the conclave proved to be a resounding success, igniting inspiration, fostering collaboration, and shaping the future of India’s robust startup ecosystem.
Throughout the day-long event, attendees were treated to an exceptional lineup of engaging sessions, thought-provoking discussions, and insightful keynote speeches spotlighting the perspective of legacy institutions, regulatory bodies and even digitally adept architectures that aimed to collaborate, compete, yet co-exist in the future.
The fireside chat between NR Narayana Murthy and Rohan Murthy, where the father-son duo shared their wisdom and discussed the journey from startup street to Dalal Street, captivated the audience with their anecdotes. On sharing what it takes to be an entrepreneur he stated, “They must have the power of imagination. They must be comfortable with innovation, with doing something unusual.”
On devising leadership and organizational structure, he suggested, “Every startup company must have only one leader. There cannot be two or three leaders. Just one leader.” He added, “Once the managerial phase comes in, you invite managers to create systems and processes, establish protocols, invite independent directors, and have a good governance mechanism.”
The event also witnessed exclusive interviews with industry stalwarts such as Coursera CEO Jeff Maggioncalda, and Nir Eyal, renowned author of “Hooked,” leading the attendees to embrace innovation and disruption. Also featured were thought-provoking discussions on fintech, artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure, and the growth vs. profitability debate, that spotlighted the consolidation and convergence of sectors among startups in India.
Moneycontrol Startup Conclave 2023 triumphantly fulfilled its objective of creating a platform for meaningful dialogue, fostering collaboration among stakeholders. The event witnessed an attendance of over 700 attendees, in-person while several others joined via live stream.
Commenting on the success of the event, Network18 Media & Investments Ltd. CEO, digital & president, corporate strategy, Puneet Singhvi said, “We are thrilled with the ethos and impact garnered by Moneycontrol Startup Conclave 2023. The event exceeded our expectations, serving as a catalyst for inspiring discussions, forging valuable connections, and fueling the entrepreneurial spirit in India. We are proud to have provided a pedestal for bolstering the future of India’s startup ecosystem through this prestigious conclave.”
Moneycontrol expresses its gratitude to all the distinguished speakers, esteemed guests, presenting partners, organizers, and media personnel whose attendance contributed to the success of the Startup Conclave 2023. The conclave served as a testament to the resilience, innovation, and determination of the Indian startup community.
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From mega bills to spontaneous dates: Swiggy Dineout Valentine’s report
From mega bills to last-minute plans, India celebrated love with flair
MUMBAI: Valentine’s Day 2026 was a feast for the senses and wallets alike, according to Swiggy Dineout. India’s on-demand dining platform revealed how the nation celebrated romance with big gestures, lively nights out, and plenty of spontaneous bookings.
Metropolitan hubs continued to rule the roost with Bengaluru, Delhi, and Hyderabad seeing the most reservations. Emerging cities aren’t far behind, with Ahmedabad, Jaipur, and Chandigarh joining the party. Growth was particularly striking in Surat (up 180 per cent), Vadodara (155 per cent) and Bhubaneswar (145.5 per cent) compared with the previous Saturday.
Mumbai stole the headlines with a single customer splashing out Rs 130,155 – the highest bill in the country. The city also hosted the largest single group booking, with 30 diners coming together to celebrate in style. Most Valentine’s transactions took place between 10pm and 11pm, proving love, and hunger, strike late.
Mumbai stole the spotlight with a mega-spender whose bill made everyone else blush, while savvy diners were cashing in on discounts, including a Pune customer saving 60% and another in Bengaluru saving 50 per cent. Fine dining was on fire, with bookings up 121 per cent year-on-year, though pubs, bars, and lounges remained the crowd favourites, accounting for 30.6 per cent of all reservations. Last-minute romance was the order of the day, with 66 per cent of diners booking within two hours of heading out. Together, India saved over Rs 6 crore, proving that love can be grand, yet thrifty.
Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Delhi led the premium dining rush, showing a growing appetite for curated, high-end experiences. Meanwhile, spontaneous bookings reinforced modern lifestyles, where convenience and instant gratification rule the day.
Whether it was big spends, huge groups, or a last-minute romantic dash, Valentine’s Day 2026 proved love and dining go hand in hand – and sometimes, they go all out.
