Digital Startups
There are a host of various digital startups incubated by the Ramkrishna Parmahansa Foundation are catalysts of media innovation and social transformation, shaping India’s knowledge economy and creative landscape.Each of this startups are aligned with the trust’s ( RPF) vision of media innovation, public policy advocacy, and social transformation:
Ramakrishna Paramahansa Foundation for Public Policy Advocacy, Media Research & Social Development
The Ramakrishna Paramahansa Foundation is a dynamic platform committed to nation-building through visionary investments in public policy research, media innovation, and inclusive development. Rooted in the values of social consciousness and intellectual freedom, the Foundation champions initiatives that catalyze transformational change across media, governance, and civil society.
At the heart of its mission lies a bold and forward-thinking approach: nurturing startups, incubating unicorns, and enabling media-driven narratives that inform, inspire, and influence.
Startup & Media Incubation Portfolio
The Foundation is proud to support and scale a new generation of socially impactful ventures, including:
Janattha Talkies (OTT Platform)
An indigenous over-the-top streaming platform that democratizes storytelling, promotes regional voices, and serves as a digital stage for independent cinema and grassroots narratives.
Radio Saptarang FM Channel
A vibrant, multilingual FM broadcast initiative committed to rural engagement, folk storytelling, and inclusive communication—bridging the urban-rural divide with music, news, and dialogue.
News365 Times
An AI-powered, people-first digital news platform delivering verified, real-time insights in a cluttered media environment. It stands for truthful journalism, public interest reporting, and tech-integrated media ethics.
Rashtrashabdam
South India’s mouthpiece for regional pride, linguistic diversity, and community-rooted reporting. Rashtrashabdam gives voice to marginalized communities while also amplifying nationalistic thought through ethical storytelling.
MMPI (Metals Minerals Publication of India)
A hybrid platform at the intersection of journalism, policy, and mining industry development. MMPI serves as a 24/7 news engine, MSME enabler, and consulting resource for India’s resource economy—bridging miners, innovators, and policymakers.
Strategic Vision
The Foundation does not just fund initiatives—it fosters ecosystems. Each startup it supports aligns with one or more of its three core pillars:
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Public Policy Advocacy – Informing governance through citizen-centric research.
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Independent Media Research – Encouraging fact-based, courageous journalism.
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Social Development – Creating sustainable, scalable impact in underserved communities.
Towards a Vibrant, Inclusive Future
In an era of disinformation and disengagement, the Ramakrishna Paramahansa Foundation believes in media as a movement, startups as instruments of change, and research as a tool for empowerment. Its investments are not just financial—they are philosophical, ethical, and visionary