Y Combinator comes to India with Startup School, draws crowds but faces some challenges – Economic Times
Backpacks slung over their shoulders, some in shorts, some in crisp summer shirts, elevator pitches ready, the 16-year-old founders jostled for seats in a crowded hall in Bangalore. To hear what founders like Zepto’s Aadit Palicha, Emergent’s Mukund Jha, and Meesho’s Vidit Aatrey had in common to get Y Combinator (YC) backing. Anyone who does […]
From funding to reality: The untold story of what happens after a startup funding round
Almost every day I hear about another startup raising millions of dollars. Seed, Series A, Series B. Headlines tend to focus on the numbers, who invested, how much they raised, and what the company promises to be. But beyond announcements and press releases, a quieter and much more complex story begins. What actually happens the […]
Delhi-based founder enters empty office at 5am, Internet reports: ‘This is the reality no one is showing’
Last updated:April 19, 2026, 3:36 PM IST Delhi startup founder’s 5am office video goes viral as it exposes the stress, sleepless nights and confusion behind entrepreneurship Delhi startup founder makes social media users see the reality of entrepreneurship after posting a video from his office at 5am (Image-Instagram/@nikhill.gaur) A Delhi-based entrepreneur has sparked an online […]
Green small businesses could have a big impact in South Africa: study breaks down what’s standing in their way
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) account for 98% of all businesses in South Africa. There are between 2.4 and 3.5 million people in the country. They play an important role in supporting local economies, creating an estimated 66% of all jobs. However, little is known about the environmentally friendly practices and sustainability of SMEs. For […]
Recruitment: Entrepreneurship World Cup 2026 (up to $1 million –
Applications are now being accepted for 2026 Entrepreneurship World Cup (EWC)one of the world’s largest and most prestigious startup competitions. Over $1 million in non-equity financing To entrepreneurs around the world. This competition provides a powerful platform for startups at all stages to profit. Access to global exposure, mentorship and investorswhile competing for life-changing funding […]