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Gotham Greens – A Startup Using Urban Farming To Supply Fresh Produce
A majority of the American population is growing conscious about the journey of the food they eat, starting from the cultivation to how it ends up on their table. They are concerned about the quality of the produce in terms of whether pesticides are used and are trying to reduce unnecessary consumption and only consume what is necessary. Amidst all this, a New York based startup called Gotham Greens came up with what is called ‘urban farming.’ This is a concept of farming which uses urban spaces like buildings’ rooftops and abandoned warehouses and combines it with greenhouse farming to produce farm products.
The beginning of Gotham Greens
Gotham Greens was founded by Viraj Puri and Eric Haley when they quit their jobs and decided to do something environmentally friendly. Viraj Puri was working at an environmental engineering firm and Eric Haley was working at a private equity and advisory firm. After finalizing a business plan, they had Jenn Nelkin Frymark join as a third partner and kicked off their first greenhouse in Brooklyn.
How Gotham Greens operates
Gotham Greens employs state of the art machinery to ensure they maintain high quality. All the greenhouses they currently operate are completely solar and wind powered, meaning they maintain a neutral energy footprint. The greenhouses are fitted with the latest sensors to control various factors like climate, moisture, oxygen and carbon dioxide content. All the produce is farmed using a method known as hydroponic farming. ‘Hydroponic’ originates from Greek and hydroponic farming means water cultivation. This type of farming reduces the land requirement for farming without compromising on the yield.
Advantages
Gotham Greens employed sustainable techniques to ensure there is minimal wastage of resources as well as their products. All the water they use while farming is recycled and reused. Their way of farming increased productivity by 30 % more than that achieved by conventional farming methods, which require large areas of arable land.
Gotham Greens also has another unique achievement under its belt. During the Company’s early days, Whole Foods was one of their initial customers. Together, they built a greenhouse on top of a Whole Foods flagship store in Brooklyn, where they cultivate and produce fresh leafy greens and herbs. This Whole Foods store’s customers directly get their produce from the farm. This is a first of its kind and needless to say, it cuts down on the cost of logistics and drastically increases the products’ shelf life.
Gotham Greens now plans to scale up and increase the number of their greenhouses to tackle the demand they are currently receiving. By the end of 2019, the Company is looking to expand and have 8 greenhouse facilities in 5 states of the United States and increase its regional distribution to more than 30 states of the Country.
Apple has unveiled the new MacBook Air with M5 chip, starting at $999 for 13-inch and $1,299 for 15-inch models. The MacBook Air M5 boasts a 2nm M5 chip with 12-core CPU, 18-core GPU, and 50 TOPS Neural Engine for seamless AI tasks like real-time translation and 8K editing. Up to 22 hours of battery life, Thunderbolt 5, and Wi-Fi 7 make it the ultimate ultraportable, now 10% thinner at 0.44 inches with fanless cooling.
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Delhi NCR-based gaming startup Zupee has acquired Mumbai-based microdrama platform Vertical TV in a deal valued under INR 40 Cr. This move strengthens Zupee Studio, its short-video arm launched in September 2025, by integrating Vertical TV’s expertise in bite-sized dramas like romance and thrillers.
Facing challenges from India’s 2025 real-money gaming ban, Zupee valued at $1 Bn after raising $120 Mn has pivoted to non-gaming content, including recent layoffs of 40% of its workforce. The acquisition builds on its November 2025 purchase of Australian AI firm Nucanon for interactive storytelling, targeting its 200 Mn+ users with engaging, mobile-first formats.
This deal underscores the rising microdrama trend in India, helping Zupee diversify amid regulatory pressures and compete in the short-video space dominated by quick, shareable content for on-the-go audiences.
T.N. Seshan’s name stands tall in India’s history as the man who transformed the nation’s electoral system with extraordinary courage and integrity. Born in 1932 in Kerala, Seshan grew up with values of discipline, education, and service to the nation — virtues that shaped his illustrious journey. From his early brilliance at Madras Christian College to his advanced studies in public administration at Harvard University, Seshan’s path reflected rare determination and intellect. Joining the Indian Administrative Service in 1955, he built a reputation as a no‑nonsense officer committed to efficiency and honesty, serving in key roles such as Secretary of Defense and overseeing vital national programs.
As the Chief Election Commissioner of India in 1990, T.N. Seshan sparked a new era of electoral integrity. In a system once marred by corruption, violence, and malpractice, Seshan brought order, fear, and respect through his groundbreaking reforms. He introduced voter ID cards, imposed strict spending limits on campaigns, and insisted on transparency at every level of the election process. Despite criticism from political circles that labeled him dictatorial, his relentless pursuit of fairness empowered every citizen to vote fearlessly. Under his leadership, the Election Commission became a symbol of strength and integrity in Indian democracy.
Seshan’s passing in November 2019 marked the end of an era, but his message continues to resonate across generations. Leaders from every corner of the country mourned the loss of the man who restored faith in free and fair elections. His enduring legacy reminds us that true leadership lies not in wielding power, but in serving people with honesty, courage, and conviction. T.N. Seshan’s life remains a timeless inspiration a reminder that democracy thrives only when its citizens are vigilant, responsible, and fearless.
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