There are not a lot of people who haven’t heard about the bit-sized news app—Inshorts. But do you know about the man behind this effectively genius idea? His name is Azhar Iqubal, the man who quit IIT-Delhi to pursue his...
- September 2, 2025
- 5 Min Read
Most investors chase hot tips and market rumors. Not Dr. Vijay Kedia, he built his fortune differently, with two simple acronyms that have consistently spotted multibagger stocks for over two decades. At 21BY72’s Season 4 summit, he finally broke down...
- September 2, 2025
- 5 Min Read
Speaking at the 21BY72 startup conference season 4, Neha Dhupia finally opened up about the real challenges of transitioning from Bollywood stardom to building a business empire to being a full time mom. The Fireside Chat between Neha Dhupia and...
- September 2, 2025
- 6 Min Read
Not everyone has the privilege to say that Saina Nehwal shared her journey of grit, resilience, and success with them, but at 21BY72, we had that honor. During a wonderful and motivating Fireside Chat with Saina Nehwal mediated by Mehul...
- September 2, 2025
- 6 Min Read
BoAt didn’t invent or discover something revolutionary; all they did was cater to the needs of their target audience and capture 50% of the market share. The story of the BoAt lifestyle is an inspirational one. The biggest takeaway for...
- February 20, 2025
- 6 Min Read
‘Hum kisi se kam nahi!’ (We’re no less than anyone!) Dr. Arokiaswamy Velumani shared this motto in the Global Startup Summit Season 2. On the summit’s last day, Dr. Velumani energized the audience with his unique storytelling of his life...
- February 19, 2025
- 6 Min Read
‘I am either relentless or restless’ is what Raj Shamani thinks best describes him. Raj Shamani was our prestigious guest at the Global Startup Summit Season 3, where he had a fireside chat with our moderators, Rachit Poddar and Prateek...
- February 14, 2025
- 7 Min Read
Our hair is a big part of our personality. One bad hair morning can affect our whole day. Just like our bodies, our hair needs care too. To achieve that perfect hair flip, just like Parul Gulati with natural hair...
- January 30, 2025
- 6 Min Read
The words matchmaking and Shaadi.com go hand in hand in India. This platform made finding a potential partner a lot easier by adopting the internet. So, who is the man behind this path-breaking startup, you ask? The only Anupam Mittal...
- January 30, 2025
- 7 Min Read
“Mamaearth was supposed to be just a baby care brand…” is what Ghazal Alagh, co-founder of Mamaearth, said in her insightful interview at 21BY72’s Global Startup Summit Season 2. Then how did it move from being a brand for natural...
- January 23, 2025
- 8 Min Read
Old is gold, sure, but when traditional banking still makes you wait in long queues, smart entrepreneurs are building digital solutions that serve millions from their laptops. So, something new is more than bold, it is a necessary convenience. With...
- August 18, 2025
- 7 Min Read
Remember when people called the internet a fad? The same is happening with blockchain. Meanwhile, these 11 Indian startups are building tomorrow’s digital infrastructure today, and early investors are taking notice! Blockchain technology isn’t just some fancy word related to...
- August 18, 2025
- 6 Min Read
What is often overlooked in the business ecosphere worldwide, is the bustling startup ecosystem of India. It is the third largest one in the world, and here angel investors play a significant role in funding Indian startups. Angel inventors do...
- July 24, 2025
- 6 Min Read
Venture capital, a classic form of funding, still plays a critical role in the growth of the startup ecosystem worldwide. Initially, they generally focused on growth-stage startups. Now, innovative up and coming startups can also secure early-stage VC funding. While...
- July 24, 2025
- 6 Min Read
You have an incredible product that solves a real problem and your early users love it. You’re convinced that it could turn into the next big thing, but there is a dent in your plan. You don’t have enough capital....
- July 11, 2025
- 6 Min Read
When it comes to funding, nothing is more conventional than venture capital. In 2024 and early 2025, the venture capital scene in India saw an upward trend (43% YOY surge) after a significant drop in 2022-23 (source). As it is...
- July 11, 2025
- 6 Min Read
India’s venture capital market is among the top 5 markets in the world, both in terms of value and volume. Between January and April of 2025 the VC funding volume increased by 19% (source). That is not all, overall the...
- July 7, 2025
- 6 Min Read
You know what turns a billion dollar idea into a billion dollar business? Money. For startups, capital is the one thing that stands between their vision and reality. While VC funding and bank loans were the most sought-after fundraising alternatives,...
- July 7, 2025
- 7 Min Read
