Dr Syed Touseef Ahmed’s journey began with a simple but powerful thought that every business challenge is shaped by the human mind behind it. During his early years in leadership, he noticed how many companies poured effort into systems while ignoring the inner world of the people expected to move those systems. This observation pushed him toward studying psychology, not to become a therapist, but to understand why some leaders create belief and momentum with ease while other

Shafi Shoukath often says that his journey began with a simple observation. India had bright founders with bold ideas, but many of them were working without the guidance or surroundings they needed. This thought stayed with him for years and pushed him to start IQue Ventures. He wanted to build something that could help young companies grow with confidence. His belief was shaped by moments where he watched good ideas fade simply because the right people and resources were not

Esthe Kayakalp grew from a simple question that stayed with Dr Piyush Borkhatariya through his early years as a dermatologist. He would meet patients who had visited several clinics with the same complaint. Many felt lost and tired, unsure why their treatments never delivered what they had hoped for. Even with the rise of global aesthetic technology, the gap between real patient needs and the care they received felt too wide. That gap became the spark that shaped his journey.

Neha Narkhede’s journey begins long before Silicon Valley knew her name. She grew up in Pune, studied computer science, and carried a natural curiosity for how huge systems move data across the world. That interest slowly shaped her path toward one of the most important pieces of modern tech. While working at LinkedIn she helped create Apache Kafka, a tool that quietly became the backbone for real time data flow across banks, ecommerce platforms, telecom networks and almost e

Takachar’s story begins in the farms of North India where every winter the sky turns grey from burning crop residue. This problem has frustrated governments and citizens for years, but two young entrepreneurs decided they would not look away from it. Vidyut Mohan and Kevin Kung built Takachar with a simple but powerful question in mind. What if farm waste that usually goes up in smoke could be turned into something farmers can actually earn from. Their answer was a compact ma

India’s surge in AI education has taken a fresh turn with the introduction of the AI MODI Machine, created by Dr Hari Krishna Maram and his team at Vision Digital India. The announcement arrived with a sense of occasion as the kit was dedicated to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his birthday. The timing added emotion to an already ambitious effort that hopes to give students across the country a real chance to learn AI through hands on practice. Many in the academic and tech

Aakash grew up in the suburbs of South Mumbai, shaped by a childhood filled with curiosity and a constant urge to learn. With South Indian roots and a home that valued effort above everything else, he carried a sense of drive that stayed with him from his school days. He began working in local stores at fifteen while studying for his SSC exams, wondering how he would manage his college fees. Those early years built a sense of hunger and grit that later pushed him toward busin

The official launch of the book “The Living Legend of Indian Karate -The Life of Hanshi Shivaji Ganguly”, authored by Avik Bhattacharya, took place with great honour and celebration. Mr. Katsunori Ashida, Deputy Consul General of Japan in Kolkata, graced the ceremony as the Chief Guest, joining Hanshi Shivaji Ganguly and Men's Rights Activist Nandini Bhattacharjee in unveiling the book on the evening of 29th November at South City International School during the National Kara

Prem Vora, President of the Electric Merchants Association in Mumbai, has been honored with the Global Excellence and Leadership Award 2025 for Young Visionary Leader in Trade and Community Welfare. The award was presented on November 28 at Radisson Blu in Dwarka, New Delhi, during a ceremony graced by Bollywood actress Bipasha Basu. This recognition comes during a time when the electrical trade in Mumbai is experiencing steady change, and his work has drawn wide attention. P

Akshay Chaturvedi grew up seeing how difficult it was for students to access study abroad guidance. Many depended on expensive agents who offered unclear information. Students from smaller cities felt completely lost. This early observation stayed with him through his own academic journey. He wanted to build a system where every student, no matter their background, could get clear guidance and feel confident about their future. That thought shaped the foundation of his edtech

Vidyut Mohan’s journey began with long visits to rural communities where he saw farmers struggle with piles of leftover crop residue. Many did not have practical solutions to dispose it, so they burned it, filling the air with smoke that harmed entire regions. This issue stayed with Vidyut for years. He kept thinking about a way to convert this waste into something useful instead of letting it pollute the environment. From that thought came Takachar, a climate focused startup

Tanvi Johri entered the feminine care space with a very personal frustration. She felt that the market did not truly understand women’s real needs, especially around comfort and safety. Many products felt too commercial and lacked honesty. This gap pushed her to imagine something different. Carmesi grew out of that quiet dissatisfaction and slowly became one of the most interesting startup journeys in the Indian consumer category. What makes Tanvi’s story stand out is how dee

Amar Nagaram stepped into the fashion world with a clear thought. Clothing in India should be stylish, comfortable and gentle on the planet. Many consumers were already searching for conscious choices but found it hard to trust big labels. Amar wanted to change that feeling by building Virgio, a brand that places circular practices at its heart. He believed the Indian fashion market was ready for a shift toward mindful design. Young shoppers especially were tired of fast tren

Shradha Sharma began YourStory with almost no resources, only a strong desire to make Indian founders feel seen. She noticed how many entrepreneurs struggled for visibility in a world where attention mostly went to a few big names. Her idea was simple. Build a place where every founder could share their journey without hesitation. That spirit shaped one of the most influential media platforms in the Indian startup world. In the early days she personally traveled, met entrepre

Radhika Gupta’s story begins far away from corner offices and boardrooms. She grew up across different countries, carrying a mix of cultures and identities that sometimes made her feel like she never fully belonged anywhere. During her early years she faced difficult moments that shaped her inner strength, especially a period of deep struggle that pushed her to question her own worth. Her rise later in life feels even more powerful because of where she started. It carries a s

Simran Khara always believed that homes deserve products that are safe for families and gentle on the planet. Her brand Koparo stepped into the Indian market at a moment when people were becoming more aware of ingredients in daily cleaning products. She noticed that many households wanted safer choices but struggled to find options that met their expectations. This gap pushed her to build a brand focused on clean formulas and reliable performance for modern Indian families. T

India’s smaller towns are full of energy and creativity, yet many local businesses struggle to stay visible in the digital world. eSamudaay entered this space with a belief that digital commerce should not belong only to big cities or powerful platforms. The company built a system that helps local communities create their own digital networks so that small traders, artisans and service providers can grow together. This approach quickly found interest among town based entrepre

Jyoti Bharadwaj never imagined that a small change in her daily routine would open the door to a fast growing beverage brand in the Indian startup space. Her search for healthier drink choices slowly turned into a personal mission that shaped the idea for TeaFit. At a time when shelves were full of sugary drinks and heavily processed mixes, she wanted something cleaner that still felt familiar and comforting. That search soon became the spark for her venture which now attract

The Nyayavani National (Virtual) Moot Court Competition 2025 concluded successfully on 23rd November 2025. Organised by Nyayavani Foundation, a Section-8 registered non-profit organisation committed to promoting legal education and pro bono initiatives, in collaboration with Ram Krishna Law Firm & Research Centre, the competition witnessed remarkable participation from law schools across India. A total of 54 teams representing National Law Universities, government colleges, p

The rise of healthcare crowdfunding in India has created a new path for families facing medical crises, and at the center of this shift stands Impact Guru. Built by founders who saw the emotional and financial strain that medical bills place on ordinary people, the platform grew from a simple belief that kindness can scale when given the right digital push. Impact Guru brought the world of Indian startups and social entrepreneurship together in a way that touched millions of

The scent of marigold and jasmine often fades within hours at Indian temples, but for entrepreneur Karan Rastogi it offered a spark for a fresh business idea that connects culture with sustainability. His flowercycling startup has turned discarded temple waste into incense sticks, compost and lifestyle products that appeal to conscious consumers across India. What began as a small trial with a few kilos of flowers slowly grew into a meaningful example of how Indian startups a

Greensole began as a small idea in college when Shriyans Bhandari noticed that athletes throw away shoes long before they are truly unusable. That simple observation slowly grew into a startup story that many young founders in India look at with curiosity. By collecting discarded footwear, refurbishing them, and getting them to children who walk long distances without proper shoes, the venture built a model that blends purpose with steady business growth. It shows how Indian

Arundhati Bhattacharya’s career has always carried a certain weight in Indian business circles, and the shift she made after decades in public banking still sparks curiosity among young entrepreneurs. Her move from the corner office at State Bank of India to the fast moving world of tech showed how leadership can travel across very different worlds when guided by clarity and a strong sense of timing. Many people still see her story as a rare example of someone who refused to

Sanjeev Bikhchandani’s story travels back to a small room where he first dreamed of creating something for the early internet in India, long before it became a part of daily life. His idea slowly shaped itself into Info Edge, the parent company behind Naukri, Jeevansathi and later a portfolio that backed several rising founders. What makes his journey stand out is the mix of patience, curiosity and a clear belief that India would one day search for jobs and services online ev