Tata Group’s chairman emeritus and veteran industrialist Ratan Tata died at a city hospital late on Wednesday evening. Tata, who led the salt-to-software conglomerate to new heights, was 86.
“It is with a profound sense of loss that we bid farewell to Ratan Naval Tata, a truly uncommon leader whose immeasurable contributions have shaped not only the Tata Group but also the very fabric of our nation,” Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran said in a statement subsequently.
Ratan Tata had also invested in several startups which also became a bigger business later on like Urban Company, CashKaro, BlueStone, CarDekho and Tracxn. Let’s take a look at some of his top investments that made it big.
Lenskart: A digital-first eyewear brand offering a wide range of glasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses for men, women, and kids.
Urban Company: An app-based platform providing local services, such as home cleaning, beauty treatments, and handyman services.
FirstCry: An online retailer offering a broad range of baby and kids’ products across categories like apparel, toys, and nursery essentials.
Ola: A ride-hailing service accessible through a mobile app, offering users a platform to book taxis, auto-rickshaws, and even bikes.
Ola Electric: A developer and manufacturer of electric scooters aimed at transforming mobility with sustainable transportation.
Snapdeal: An online marketplace platform providing a vast range of consumer products, from fashion to electronics.
Upstox: A user-friendly trading platform for investing in stocks, mutual funds, and other financial instruments.
CarDekho: An app-based car listing platform that helps users compare, buy, and sell new and used cars.
NestAway: An online marketplace for rental properties, helping tenants find homes and landlords find reliable renters.
CashKaro: A web-based platform offering cashback, coupon deals, and discounts from
Paytm Mall: An app-based marketplace that offers a wide variety of consumer products ranging from electronics to clothing.
YourStory: A platform dedicated to publishing content that promotes and supports entrepreneurial ecosystems in India.
Tork Motors: A pioneering manufacturer of electric motorcycles, focusing on building eco-friendly two-wheelers.
SnapBizz: A tech platform that provides point-of-sale (POS) solutions for offline retailers, enabling them to digitize their businesses.
BlueStone: An online jewelry brand offering precious pieces on a subscription basis, allowing consumers to own high-end jewelry.
MapMyGenome: A personal genomics company offering genetic testing and diagnostic services for health insights and personalized care.
DogSpot.in: An e-commerce platform offering a variety of pet products, especially focused on food, toys, and accessories for dogs.
Bollant Industries: A manufacturer of biodegradable and eco-friendly packaging solutions for various industries.
MadRat Games: A company producing activity-based learning games for children, encouraging educational play.
Generic Aadhaar: A pharmaceutical company manufacturing and distributing affordable generic drugs.
Goodfellows: A companionship platform dedicated to providing emotional and social support for senior citizens, improving their quality of life.
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