Man Leaves Rs 50 LPA Job: ‘Obsessed With the Idea, Not the Reality’ Of His Own Startup

28 Nov 2024

A man who left an ₹50 LPA corporate job behind to pursue theentrepreneurial route recently opened up about reasons that forcedhim to wind up his two-year old startup. In an honest and candid social media post, the entrepreneur admits to being a "failed founder". Hehas had seed money of ₹8.44...

‘I’m a graduate…’: Auto Driver Makes Startup Pitch to Passengers in Classic Bengaluru Moment

18 Nov 2024

Samuel Christy, a Bengaluru-based graduate and auto driver, has captured attention online with his innovative approach to funding his startup. Known as India's startup hub, Bengaluru often sees entrepreneurial creativity, but Samuel's initiative has been called a "Peak Bengaluru" moment. In a poster displayed behind his auto’s passenger seat, Samuel...

Know How 400 Employees Into Millionaires: Indian-Origin Founder Now Regrets

17 Oct 2024

An Indian-origin entrepreneur, Jyoti Bansal, has made headlines after selling his startup, AppDynamics, for a staggering $3.7 billion in 2017. This deal not only made Bansal a wealthy businessman but also turned around 400 of his employees into millionaires. However, despite the success, Bansal described the day of the sale...

‘Firing Is Fun!’: Tech CEO Trains Managers To Let Employees Go

01 Oct 2024

In a recent LinkedIn post, Andreas Roettl, CEO of the tech company Journi, sparked a significant conversation by asserting that companies should equip their managers and team leaders with the skills necessary to effectively fire employees. Roettl's provocative claim drew mixed reactions, as he emphasized that the ability to lay...

How One Indian Woman’s Tweet Helped A Driver Launch His Startup

30 Sep 2024

An Indian woman employed at Meta in San Francisco recently found herself involved in an inspiring entrepreneurial journey during an ordinary Uber ride. While traveling with a friend who had arranged the ride, she was taken aback to find a poster in the car requesting support for a startup. Uber...

‘CEO Seduced My Wife’: Ex-Amazon VP’s Shocking Claim

23 Aug 2024

A former Amazon Vice President, Ethan Evans, has made a startling claim that a CEO of a startup where he once worked seduced his wife, ultimately leading to his divorce. Evans, who is based in Seattle, shared this personal story in a recent LinkedIn post where he offered advice on...

‘Selling Orgasms For A Living’: Goa-Based Founder Reveals Startup’s ₹12 Crore Value, Watch

22 Aug 2024

Ritesh D Ritelin, the founder of Manzuri, has candidly discussed his unique approach to business on the YouTube show 1% Club. Describing his role as “selling orgasms for a living,” Ritelin sheds light on his efforts to challenge India's taboos around sexual wellness. Breaking Taboos in Sexual Wellness Manzuri, a...

German Startup Charges ₹1.8 Crore To Preserve Bodies For Future Revival

07 Aug 2024

Tomorrow Bio, a German startup, is making headlines with its groundbreaking cryopreservation services, promising the possibility of future revival of preserved bodies when technology allows. The company offers a unique service where entire bodies or just brains can be cryogenically frozen at extremely low temperatures for a price. The cost...

Bengaluru Startup Promises 10-Minute Food Delivery: Who Asked For This?

06 Aug 2024

A Bengaluru-based startup, Swish, has launched a rapid food delivery service promising to deliver meals in just 10 minutes, sparking a heated debate on social media. The service, currently available in HSR Layout, aims to tackle the city’s notorious traffic and long wait times for food delivery. Ujjwal Sukheja, co-founder...

Analysing Startup Investments in India in 2023

28 Dec 2023

In 2023, India’s startup ecosystem firmly established itself as a formidable global player, ranking third in the world. This dynamic and diverse landscape boasts over 99,000 recognized startups, including an impressive 108 unicorns, collectively valued at a staggering US$340.80 billion. This remarkable growth is largely attributed to the government’s updated...