Notes on: The Great Unlock - India in 2035 (Nandan Nilekani, Arkam Ventures Annual Meet)
Published on: Jul 28 2026
By: Krishnan Sethuraman
Nandan Nilekani's "The Great Unlock: India in 2035" lays out how India can get from 6% to 8% growth, pushing the economy to $8T from $6T GDP by 2035.
The plan rests on four unlocks, Technology, Capital, Entrepreneurship, and Formalization, tackling everything from India's lopsided district-level growth to the $530B credit gap facing small businesses.
AI, tokenized assets, a million new startups, and portable worker credentials all play a part. My notes from the talk, plus a few gaps filled in for completeness.
Building a simple CRM application for small to mid-sized B2B businesses
Published on: Jul 18 2026
By: Krishnan Sethuraman
When I started building our B2B business, I quickly realized that managing leads, follow-ups, and sales opportunities from spreadsheets and scattered notes was difficult and bad for the overall business.
Too many copies of the same spreadsheet existed and we could not recollect why we created them in the first place.
The CRM options available to us were powerful, but they were often expensive and far more complicated than what a small B2B startup actually needed. So, instead of accepting that as the only option, we decided to build a simple CRM around the way we actually work.
10 Industries That Make Millionaires
Published on: Dec 28 2025
By: Krishnan Sethuraman
Think you need to invent the next flying car to become a millionaire? Think again. While tech giants grab all the headlines, a quiet revolution is happening across everyday sectors. From local service businesses to luxury retail, these are the 10 industries quietly minting the world's newest millionaires. Read on to find out where the real wealth is being built today.
How Automation Can Make Businesses More Efficient
Published on: Jul 04 2025
By: Krishnan Sethuraman
Tired of doing the same repetitive tasks over and over again? Discover how automation can free up your time, reduce errors, and make your business run smoother — all without breaking the bank. See how real businesses are using it today.
Some advice on starting an e-commerce business in 2025
Published on: Mar 15 2025
By: Krishnan Sethuraman
Most new eCommerce entrepreneurs believe a website is enough to succeed - but that's far from the truth! In 2025, the real game-changer is content, not just a shopping portal. Discover why Instagram videos can make or break your online business and how smart content creation can drive sales before you even launch a full-fledged store. Read on to learn the #1 secret to eCommerce success!