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5 Indian startups have transformed waste into multi-million dollar businesses. By creating products from waste materials, these startups are not only saving the environment but also earning crores.

Surat debut by 7 Hills Fintech-backed brand promises ultra-fast credit solutions for SMEs

Government of Odisha and Government of India collaborate to distribute the #Time2Leap National Awards 2025.

Plastic waste is a pressing environmental issue, polluting oceans, clogging urban drainage systems, and even entering the food chain through microplastics. Recognizing this challenge, a Bengaluru-based family of tech professionals took the leap from high-paying corporate jobs to build a sustainable solution Aecoz, a startup dedicated to biodegradable food packaging.
 

Kalpit Veerwal, JEE Main 2017 topper, skipped IIT placements to launch his EdTech startup. AcadBoost Technologies now empowers over 60,000 students and teachers, demonstrating his vision and entrepreneurial spirit.

Ankit Mehra, an IIT Kanpur graduate, left his US career to found GyanDhan, a startup facilitating education loans for students aspiring to study abroad. From his roots in silk trading to securing an NBFC license, Ankit's journey highlights his entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to education.

Minus Degre: IIT and NIFT graduates, Vikas and Rahul, tackled plastic pollution by creating furniture from waste. Starting with no funding and building their own machines, they now earn crores annually through their brand.

Discover the inspiring journey of Saumya Singh Rathore, from a small town in Uttar Pradesh to building India's largest social gaming platform, WinZO. 

Akash Joshi and Ankur Pathak, from humble beginnings in Madhya Pradesh, built IMAST, a now Rs 100 crore company. IMAST provides technology-driven solutions across various industries and has become a leading Indian startup.

A great logo builds credibility and trust, especially for a startup looking to make a mark in a competitive market.

The Nahar brothers, Anand and Amrit, transformed a Rs 50,000 investment into a Rs 100 crore food brand, ZORKO. Starting with a single restaurant in Surat during the 2020 pandemic, their passion for food and clever use of social media propelled their rapid expansion to over 250 outlets across India.

National Startup Day, celebrated annually on January 16, recognises the vital role of startups in driving innovation, economic growth, and job creation in India. Initiated during the Startup India Innovation Week in 2016 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the day underscores the government’s commitment to fostering the startup ecosystem. First observed in 2022, this annual event celebrates the contributions of entrepreneurs who have positioned India as a global hub for innovation. In 2025, the nation marks nine years of the Startup India initiative, reflecting on the transformative impact of startups in shaping the country’s future.
 

Discover 5 inspiring Indian startups founded by women who are transforming industries like fintech, e-commerce, and robotics. Learn about their innovative solutions and success stories.

Nitin Seth, from a middle-class background, built a Rs 1000 crore business from a Rs 5 lakh loan. He identified a gap in the market for small businesses struggling to connect with customers and created a cloud-based platform for customer engagement.

Thakur Manoj Singh's journey from a small village in Jharkhand to becoming a successful industrialist in Mumbai is a tale of resilience and hard work. He built a thriving transport business and earned the nickname 'Gold Man' for his love of gold jewellery.