Gen Next Inc: Where Legacy Meets Innovation in Indian Business
India’s top business families are proving that legacy and innovation can go hand in hand — and the next generation is stepping up to lead with bold new ideas.
At the Entrepreneur India 2025 Summit in Delhi, heirs of iconic conglomerates like The LaLiT Suri Group, Berger Paints, and the Inox GFL Group came together to share how…
Meet the Man Who Went from Street Struggles to Silver Screen Glory
He once sold water bottles on the streets to make ends meet. Today, he’s one of India’s most talked-about filmmakers, with a net worth of ₹900 crore and a blockbuster film that’s raking in over ₹600 crore worldwide.
This is not just a rags-to-riches story — it’s a tale of grit, hustle, and an unshakable dream. And…
SpeakX Bags $16 Million to Revolutionize English Learning with AI
In a stunning move, edtech startup SpeakX has secured a massive $16 million funding round led by WestBridge Capital, with key support from Elevation Capital, Goodwater Capital, and top angels Ronnie Screwvala and Shyamal Anadkat. This fresh capital will fuel SpeakX’s bold plan to transform how millions learn English using…
The Startup Revolution Just Got Bigger: Kotak BizLabs Season 2 Is Here
India’s startup scene is heating up, and Kotak BizLabs is back with a bang! Season 2 of this powerhouse accelerator is set to fuel over 75 ambitious startups from every corner of the country, offering them the mentorship, funding, and support they need to take off. Running from October 2025 to November 2026, this program is…
AI English Learning App SpeakX.ai Raises ₹142 Crore and Is Already Profitable — Here’s How It’s Changing the Game
An Indian startup that helps users learn spoken English through AI-powered conversations has raised a staggering ₹142 crore in fresh funding — and it’s already making profits. SpeakX.ai, the edtech company behind this booming platform, closed the round with participation…
Artha India Ventures Raises ₹250 Crore in First Close of Micro-VC Fund to Back India’s Next Startup Stars
Artha India Ventures (AIV), one of India’s most active early-stage investment firms, has announced the first close of its second micro-VC fund—Artha Venture Fund II (AVF II)—with a corpus of ₹250 crore. This marks a bold move to double down on India’s booming startup ecosystem…
Flipkart’s FEMA Trouble Resurfaces — Is a Secret Settlement on the Table?
Flipkart is once again in the spotlight, and this time, it’s not for a mega sale. The e-commerce giant is reportedly facing heat from the Enforcement Directorate (ED) over alleged violations of India’s Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA).
But here’s the twist — sources suggest the ED may have quietly offered…
Chara Technologies Bags $6 Million in Series A to Power Rare-Earth-Free EV Revolution
In a major boost to India’s deep-tech and electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem, Bengaluru-based Chara Technologies has raised Rs 52 crore (approximately $6 million) in a Series A funding round led by Arkam Ventures. Other big-name investors like Exfinity Venture Partners, Kalaari Capital, and IIMA Ventures also…
Razorpay, NPCI, and OpenAI Join Forces to Launch ‘Agentic Payments’ in India — A Game-Changer for How You Shop and Pay
In a move that could revolutionize the way we make purchases online, Razorpay has teamed up with NPCI and OpenAI to launch ‘Agentic Payments’ — a futuristic payment experience now being piloted within ChatGPT in India.
This isn’t just another payment integration —…
Tim Cook’s Retirement Rumors Heat Up as Apple’s Former CEO Speaks Out
Apple fans and industry insiders have been buzzing recently over the possibility that CEO Tim Cook might be preparing to step down sooner than expected. The speculation gained new fuel when Apple’s former CEO John Sculley “confirmed” at a recent conference that Cook’s retirement could be imminent.
Who Is John…
