In an age where data has become the new currency, cyber security is no longer a luxury but a necessity. Among the pioneers leading this digital defense revolution stands Trishneet Arora, a self-taught ethical hacker and the visionary founder of TAC Security. His journey from a curious teenager in Ludhiana to one of India’s most celebrated cyber security entrepreneurs is a remarkable tale of resilience, innovation, and foresight. Trishneet Arora’s fascination with computers be

In the bustling industrial city of Kanpur, once renowned as the “Manchester of the East,” a homegrown brand began transforming the landscape of India’s footwear industry. Red Chief, founded under the leadership of Manoj Gyanchandani and managed by Leayan Global Pvt. Ltd., rose from modest beginnings to become a national symbol of craftsmanship, resilience, and entrepreneurial vision. What started as a small regional enterprise soon evolved into one of India’s most recognized

In the late 1990s, when the idea of electric mobility seemed like a distant dream, one Indian engineer dared to imagine a cleaner, smarter future for transportation. Chetan Maini, the visionary behind India’s first electric car, Reva, not only challenged the conventions of the automobile industry but also sparked the country’s journey towards sustainable innovation long before the world began embracing it. Reva was not just a car; it was a revolution on wheels. Conceived at a

At just 14 years old, Rohit Kashyap from Patna was not thinking about video games or exams. He was thinking about hunger. Watching children in his neighborhood go without proper meals made him wonder if there was a way to make nutritious food accessible and affordable. That question became the spark for his food-tech startup, Food4All, an idea that has now turned into a growing venture with partnerships in schools, NGOs, and local kitchens. Rohit started small, cooking simple

At just 18, Rohan Sharma from a small town in Haryana is already leading a new wave of agri-entrepreneurship in India. While most teenagers are busy preparing for college exams, Rohan spends his mornings in the fields with sensors and drones. His startup, GreenPulse AgriTech, focuses on helping small farmers increase their crop yield using smart data tools. What began as a school science project is now a registered startup with paying clients and attention from local investor

In the quiet village of Bhadrod in Gujarat, a woman named Vijayaben Chavda is changing the story of rural banking in India. With a modest setup and a drive to help her community, she has turned financial inclusion into both a livelihood and a movement. Her journey began with a simple goal to make banking accessible to people who had never had a bank account before. Today, she earns nearly ₹20,000 every month by bringing digital finance to hundreds of villagers who once relied

The journey of Bristle Tech is a powerful study in determined entrepreneurship, born from the conviction of its Founder and CEO, Bhargav K. He started with a single, raw idea, refusing to let the lack of resources dictate the scale of his ambition. His quest was simple: to turn a bold concept into a powerful reality. This early drive against adversity is central to the company’s identity today as a modern digital marketing agency and software developer. The challenges Bristle

Mudhit Sethi got into the digital connectivity business with a background rooted in a family entrenched in the cable TV industry. It was this interest in internet technology that led him to pursue an MBA at Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies in Mumbai and further his studies in London. In 2020, Mudhit established ADN Broadband with the belief that internet services in India needed a fresh focus. From these initial efforts, ADN Broadband evolved into a provider of b

In a world where most startups chase funding rounds, three brothers from Pune chose a different path. Jayesh, Ganesh, and Vaibhav Pakhale built Scrapdeal, a completely bootstrapped recycling company now worth over ₹2 crore, proving that purpose and persistence can outshine capital. Their story is reshaping how India views both waste and entrepreneurship. The idea began when Jayesh, still pursuing his software degree, noticed how households struggled to deal with scrap materia

Every big idea often starts from a small corner, and for Prafull Billore, that corner was a roadside tea stall in Ahmedabad. What began as a simple dream to do something different soon became a nationwide brand. Prafull, now famously known as the “MBA Chai Wala,” built an empire that blends business insight with the heart of Indian street culture. His journey is not just about selling tea but about changing the way people look at entrepreneurship in India. Back in 2017, Prafu

When two IIT Delhi graduates, Sachin Bansal and Binny Bansal, decided to start an online bookstore in 2007, few would have guessed they were laying the foundation for India’s biggest e-commerce success story. Working out of a small apartment in Bengaluru, the duo began with a simple mission to make books accessible across the country. What followed was a story of grit, risk, and relentless belief in the future of online retail in India. Flipkart’s first order was placed by a

When Chumbak entered the Indian market in 2010, few imagined that a small idea of quirky souvenirs would grow into a national lifestyle phenomenon. Founded by husband-and-wife duo Vivek Prabhakar and Shubhra Chadda, Chumbak started as a passion project, inspired by their travels and the lack of fun, design-led products in India. What began with magnets and trinkets soon grew into a brand that redefined how young India decorated its homes and expressed its identity. The idea w

There’s something about bold colour that feels like freedom, and for India’s Gen Z, that freedom came in a bottle called Birds of Paradyes. Founded by sisters Yushika and Yutika Dhoot in 2021, the brand turned self-expression into a movement. What began as a quirky experiment in hair colour has now become a national conversation about individuality, creativity, and breaking the old rules of beauty. The Dhoot sisters noticed a big gap in the Indian market. Hair colour here was

When Richa Kar founded Zivame in 2011, she wasn’t just starting another e-commerce venture. She was challenging one of India’s oldest taboos women buying lingerie openly. What began as a simple online store soon turned into a cultural reset, giving Indian women the freedom to shop without embarrassment and the confidence to own their choices. Born in Jamshedpur and educated at BITS Pilani and Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, Richa’s journey wasn’t easy. Before Z

When N.R. Narayana Murthy co-founded Infosys in 1981 with six others, India was a completely different place. The tech industry barely existed, computers were rare, and entrepreneurship wasn’t exactly encouraged. Yet, from that small beginning in Pune, Murthy went on to build one of the most respected technology companies in the world. Infosys not only transformed India’s software exports but also became a symbol of discipline, ethics, and global leadership. Murthy’s story be

When Harshil Mathur and Shashank Kumar launched Razorpay in 2014, digital payments in India were still finding their footing. Most businesses struggled to accept online payments easily, and the process was cluttered with paperwork, bank approvals, and technical hurdles. The duo, both IIT Roorkee alumni, saw a problem waiting for a solution. They wanted to make payments as simple as sending a message, and that idea gave birth to one of India’s most remarkable fintech success s

In India’s buzzing startup scene, few stories stand out like SaveTaxs, a company that set out to make financial management less stressful for everyday people. Founded by Shubham Jain and Ankit Mangal, SaveTaxs has become a trusted name in helping individuals and businesses take control of their taxes and financial planning. What started as a simple mission to simplify taxes has now grown into a movement that empowers thousands to make smarter financial choices. The journey be

It’s unbelievable how 1 simple incident can spark a billion-dollar Idea into someone’s mind. But for someone born to be an entrepreneur, it’s possible. Aayussh once went for a haircut. He asked the owner of the salon how she operated her business. She confessed that she struggled with day-to-day inconveniences such as irregular supplies and fluctuating prices, and that there was no proper system in the shop. Handling large projects overseas had taught Aayuush how organization

Aman Gupta’s story with boAt is the kind that captures the pulse of modern Indian entrepreneurship. What started as a bold idea to make stylish, affordable audio products for young consumers has turned into one of India’s biggest success stories in the electronics space. boAt didn’t just sell earphones or speakers; it built a culture around sound, style, and self-expression. Aman’s vision was clear to make quality products that people love without making them feel overpriced

When Ghazal and Varun Alagh started Mamaearth, it was not from a fancy office or a well-funded boardroom. It began in their kitchen, with the simple idea of creating safe, toxin-free products for their baby. What started as a personal mission soon grew into a movement that would challenge the giants of India’s beauty and personal care market. Mamaearth became one of the first Indian brands to prove that purpose and profit can grow together when driven by genuine intent and tr