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Susmi Veliyath: From Medical Physics to Sustainable Stitching
Susmi Veliyath grew up with a background in medical physics, a field that is technical and deeply rooted in science. This path taught her discipline and critical thinking, but she always felt a creative side that wanted to build something personal. She has always had a soft corner for children and genuinely enjoys watching them grow and play. Everything changed when her nephew was born, and his arrival felt like a new beginning that inspired her to create something special fo
May 42 min read
Vishwajeet Vishnu: Restoring Sound and Dignity Across India
Vishwajeet Vishnu was raised in Patna, Bihar, in a family that faced deep financial struggles after his father's workplace in the handloom sector shut down. These early hardships reached a peak in the eleventh grade when he was barred from exams because his school fees were unpaid. These moments of crisis did not break him but instead built a foundation of resilience and a desire to create a more stable life for his family and others. During his years in the corporate world,
May 42 min read
Aakash Melwin Ajay: Building Reliability in Technical Networking
Aakash Melwin Ajay grew up in a middle class family in Bangalore where he watched his father start a farmhouse out of pure passion. Watching his father manage animals and crops taught him about patience and doing something because you truly want to do it. Aakash knew early on that he did not want a routine life and wanted to build something of his own. After earning his degree from M S Ramaiah College, he worked at an MNC where he learned the deeper technical side of the indu
May 42 min read
Shruti Shravan Moraskar: Elevating Early Childhood Education
Shruti Shravan Moraskar grew up in Mumbai in a family that deeply valued hard work and independence. Her father, a first generation entrepreneur, taught her the importance of resilience and standing by one's convictions. Although she was initially encouraged toward a secure corporate career, she was inspired to build learning spaces with intention and care. Her realization that the foundational years of education are often neglected by society as "just teaching ABCs" led her
May 42 min read
Naresh Balagani: Democratizing the College Admission Process
Naresh Balagani is a B.Tech student at IIIT Naya Raipur who has always been fascinated by how apps and online platforms can solve real world problems. His interest in technology naturally pushed him toward entrepreneurship at a young age as he wanted to build something impactful rather than following a traditional career path. The inspiration for his business, Hackoverse Edu, came from seeing students struggle with the confusion of college decisions and a lack of honest guida
May 42 min read
Ananya Khera: A Journey of Purpose and Resilience in the Food Industry
Ananya Khera is a pastry chef based in Gurgaon who grew up in South Delhi in a family of teachers and engineers. Despite having no industry connections, she felt a strong calling to pursue her passion for food. Her mother, who ran a successful business for three decades, served as a major inspiration for her own entrepreneurial ambitions. The idea for her business, Ditya, was born during a period of immense personal difficulty while she and her sister spent long days in the h
May 42 min read
Ananya Srinivasan: Making Advanced Technology Accessible
Ananya Srinivasan grew up in India in an environment that nurtured a deep curiosity for how ideas can become impactful solutions. This passion led her to become a co-founder and CTO at Quorum Chain, where she focuses on blockchain and artificial intelligence. Beyond her technical role, she is a writer and blogger who shares her experiences with growth and overcoming fear, believing that achievement is as much about personal progress as it is about business milestones. Her pat
May 42 min read
Hardik Tamkhane: Solving Real Problems Through Code and Strategy
Hardik Tamkhane is a fourteen year old builder from Pune who has been exploring the intersection of technology and business since he began coding in the fifth grade. By the time he reached the seventh grade, he was already diving into finance and developing his own projects. His path was driven by a natural curiosity to understand how things work and a desire to create rather than just study. This hands on approach led to the creation of Fusion Interpreter and Cyvance Securit
May 42 min read
Rakshan Selvam: Building a Future for Young Founders
Rakshan Selvam is a sixteen year old founder from Pondicherry who is currently finishing his twelfth grade while building his venture, Zerra. Growing up with an intense curiosity, he began to see his youth not as a barrier but as a distinct advantage that allowed him to think boldly and act early. His entry into the startup world was marked by a lack of mentorship and structured guidance, which became the primary motivation for his entrepreneurial path. He realized that many
May 42 min read
MUN and Youth Parliament successfully organized by Nyayavani Foundation at Raja Ram Mohan Roy Academy, Dehradun
Nyayavani – “Voice for Justice”, in collaboration with Raja Ram Mohan Roy Academy, organized a two-day Model United Nations (MUN) and Youth Parliament on April 25–26, 2026, witnessing a footfall of over 400 participants. The event was convened by alumnus Mr. Deepak Sharma and Mr. Neeraj Sharma, Directors of Nyayavani Foundation. The event was graced by Chief Guests Dr. Sanjeev Chopra (Former IAS and Curator of VOW) and Adv. Rakesh Gupta (Chairman, Bar Council of Uttarakhand),
May 11 min read
Avinash G Nair transformed setbacks into a global marketing success story with data-driven analytics.
Avinash G Nair’s journey into entrepreneurship did not begin with a grand plan. It started quietly, shaped by curiosity and a need to build something of his own while growing up in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. From an early age, he leaned toward creativity, often thinking about ideas that could turn into something tangible. That instinct stayed with him, long before he stepped into business. His real shift came during his college years in 2011 while pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in C
Apr 254 min read
Dr. Nilesh Kumar founded Cheloba to provide stylish, high-quality, and accessible fashion jewelry.
The journey behind Cheloba India Private Limited began with something simple yet deeply personal. From an early age, its founder felt drawn to creativity, often finding joy in self expression through fashion and accessories. Jewellery held a special place in that curiosity. It was not just an accessory but a way to transform how someone felt, how they carried themselves. Alongside this creative instinct was a quiet desire to build something independently, something that could
Apr 254 min read
Bhavik Agarwal focuses on real business outcomes over simple features to redefine the tech service industry.
Bhavik Agarwal did not arrive at entrepreneurship through a single turning point. It came gradually, shaped by curiosity and a constant urge to question how things worked. From an early stage, he found himself thinking beyond the surface, whether it was systems, businesses, or even how people interacted within organizations. There was always this sense that things could be done differently, maybe even better. He came from a background where stability was valued, where the nat
Apr 254 min read
Suraj Singh built the luxury furniture brand Craft Paradise to bring warmth, personality, and custom craftsmanship to every room
Suraj Singh did not step into entrepreneurship with a perfectly mapped plan. What stayed with him early on was a simple but strong urge to build something that actually mattered to people. He had seen how businesses, when done right, could change everyday lives in small but real ways. That thought stayed with him long enough to turn into action. When the timing felt right, he took the leap and started Craft Paradise, a brand that now works in the custom furniture space with a
Apr 253 min read
Sohong Dhar leverages his expertise as a Microsoft data scientist to build trusted AI systems that solve dangerous real-world problems.
Sohong Dhar’s work sits at a rare intersection where data science, machine learning, cybersecurity, and digital marketing do not operate in isolation but exist as a connected system. As a data scientist and ML researcher at Microsoft, his thinking has been shaped by years of working with large scale data environments, where patterns are not just observed but translated into decisions that carry real business weight. His approach has never been about treating these domains as
Apr 254 min read
Anurag Rajesh Todi transformed his experience managing Mumbai cafes into a tech-driven hospitality powerhouse fixing hiring and training.
Anurag Rajesh Todi never really saw himself living a predictable life. Even in his early twenties, there was a strong pull toward building something of his own. A fixed routine, working under someone for years, that idea never quite sat right with him. It was not about rejecting jobs as a concept, it was more personal than that. He wanted ownership, pressure, and the kind of uncertainty that comes with trying to create something from scratch. Growing up in a Marwari family, t
Apr 254 min read
The Voyagio Elite Circuit: How Uzair Ashraf Mir is Crafting Kashmir’s New Golden Age of Luxury Travel
In the upper echelons of global travel, luxury is no longer defined by a price tag, but by the rarity of the experience. In the Kashmir Valley, this new standard of "Ultra-Premium" hospitality is being architected by Uzair Ashraf Mir. Through his company, Voyagio, Mir has curated what insiders call the "Elite Circuit" — a seamless blend of 5-star comfort and high-altitude adventure. "Our guests aren't looking for a tour; they are looking for a masterpiece," says Uzair Ashraf
Apr 192 min read
The Engineering of Excellence: Uzair Ashraf Mir and Voyagio are Systemising Luxury in the Himalayas.
In an era where the travel industry is often criticised for being transactional, Uzair Ashraf Mir is proving that luxury is a byproduct of precision. As the founder of Voyagio, Mir represents a new breed of "polymath entrepreneurs" emerging from the Kashmir Valley. With a B. Tech and a Master’s degree in Engineering, Mir didn't just enter the hospitality sector; he re-engineered it. "Hospitality is often seen as a soft skill," Mir explains, "but high-end travel is actually a
Apr 192 min read
How Ashok Kumar Satuluri Turned Sales into a Scalable Engine for IT Growth
Ashok Kumar Satuluri’s journey into entrepreneurship did not begin with a sudden leap, but with a slow build of insight shaped by years of working across both technology and sales. That dual exposure gave him a clear view into a problem many companies quietly struggled with. Strong technical teams were everywhere, yet business growth often stayed inconsistent and unpredictable. The gap was not capability, it was conversion. That realization stayed with him until it turned int
Apr 173 min read
Medline Academy® Completes 10 Years: Supporting Kerala’s Nursing Community in Building Global Careers
Kerala, India: As Medline Academy® marks its 10th anniversary, the milestone highlights not only the growth of an educational institution but also its role in supporting the aspirations of Kerala’s nursing community over the past decade. Kerala has long been known for its strong nursing workforce, with thousands of professionals seeking opportunities in global healthcare systems. In this context, Medline Academy® has emerged as a focused training platform that helps bridge th
Apr 112 min read
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