Sonal Khetarpal

Sonal writes on startups and entrepreneurship for BW Businessworld, an interest which she developed while working for Inc. India. When she is not reporting, she is brainstorming about a startup of her own. She loves food, mountains and all things green.

Latest Articles By Sonal Khetarpal

Tales Of An Old Monk

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Companies & Markets Sector Reports Retail

If only the company were to use its old world charm for new age marketing to re-invent the brand, Old Monk would be young again

Inclusion: Insensitive Inc.

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Companies & Markets Sector Reports

There’re as few jobs for the disabled in the country as disabled-friendly toilets. Inclusion initiatives are still few and far between

Online Retailers Offer Heavy Discounts In Republic Day Sale

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Companies & Markets Sector Reports Retail

Snapdeal expects the average daily users to grow by eight to ten times throughout the Republic Day week

How To Create A Disability-Friendly Workplace

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Companies & Markets Sector Reports

Here are five simple solutions companies can incorporate to make their workplace more disabled-friendly

Government Delivers And Promises More

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Economy India

The next big date for Startup India is 16 January, when the government has promised a slew of reforms to boost the ecosystem in the country. We hope the wait is worth the while.

The Idli Factory

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After Hours Food

A loyal workforce has helped build the Saravana brand as much as quality ingredients and standardisation have

Budding Entrepreneurs Pin Hopes On Startup India Event

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Entrepreneurship Startups

While too much action grips the startup world, going forward, entrepreneurs would also require certain clarities from the government, which will help them understand the ease of doing business

Shoppers Stop: Holding Its Own

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Companies & Markets Sector Reports Retail

Shoppers Stop faces competition both online and offline. In physical retailers, Central and Lifestyle are two key competitors.

SIDBI Clears New Fund To Help Startups

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Banking & Finance PE & VC

Small Industries Development Bank of India has sanctioned around Rs 200 crore from the Rs 2,000-crore India Aspiration Fund launched in August

Raymond: Turning The Wheel Of Fortune

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Companies & Markets Sector Reports Textiles

To promote its ads, Raymond tripled its television advertising budget. It also took sponsorship for the biggest properties such as Indian Premier League and World Cup.