Carnaama Podcast

In this engaging conversation, Akhilesh breaks down the complex concepts of deep tech, making it as simple to understand as explaining it to a 5-year-old. Akhilesh breaks down deep tech and its potential to rapidly transform the world. He also notes the evolving nature of deep tech, pointing out that what's considered deep tech today may not hold that status in 3-4 years because these technologies often transition from cutting-edge innovations to solved problems as they become more widely adopted and understood. Akhilesh breaks down deep tech and its potential to rapidly transform the world. He also notes the evolving nature of deep tech, pointing out that what's considered deep tech today may not hold that status in 3-4 years because these technologies often transition from cutting-edge innovations to solved problems as they become more widely adopted and understood.

Nimesh highlights the exciting uniqueness of the Indian market, emphasizing that while some Western strategies succeed, true opportunities lie in local innovation. He stresses the importance of local expertise and on-ground presence for successful investing in India's rapidly evolving ecosystem. He also notes that Indian funds, with their ability to make quick decisions and deep understanding of the local system, will outperform global funds and boost local capital flow in the Indian startup ecosystem. Aditya shares insights on the power of omnichannel strategies for D2C brands. With a high AOV, establishing trust is crucial and the "touch and feel" factor remains important for building confidence in their products. He believes in providing a seamless experience across both online and offline channels, prioritizing customer convenience in their purchasing journey.

Namit breaks down the venture studio model, explaining how it differs from traditional incubators by actively building and scaling startups from the ground up. He also shares his key criteria for evaluating founders before investment, emphasizing the importance of a "0-1 mindset" - the ability to create something from nothing. Suyash reveals how most Indians oversimplify weight loss as just "eat less, exercise more" - a misconception many startups have built upon. At Elevate, they've discovered that weight management is far more complex, involving deeper physiological and lifestyle factors. Their doctor-guided program tackles these root causes, moving beyond conventional approaches to address the stubborn challenges of sustainable weight loss.