Entrepreneur Stories
Women Who Made India Proud In The Startup World
Gone are the days when women sat in the kitchen. Now is the time for them to shine, showcase their talent and make their presence felt. Do not believe us? Here is taking a look at some entrepreneurs who have made India stand tall and proud!
1. Vandana Luthra
A homemaker in her early days, Vandana Luthra began her career in the year 1989. What makes her journey so interesting is that when Vandana started off her career, there were not many female entrepreneurs in the field. Before VLCC became the ground breaking phenomenon of today, Vandana took a good 6 years to convince people that wellness was a large domain which involved a collaboration of beauty, health and fitness experts. In other words, wellness is the combination of a cosmetologist, a nutritionist, and a doctor. However, once the idea took off, it became a revolution like never before, breaking all grounds and making heads turn!
2. Richa Kar
Richa Kar is the ideal description of everything a woman is not expected to be in a patriarchal country like India. By founding Zivame, the first ever lingerie store for India, Richa literally changed the ordinary woman’s perception towards something as essential as underwear. Once the idea struck her, there was no looking back. With an initial investment of Rs. 30 lakhs from friends and family, Zivame.com went online. She did face a lot of apprehension and discomfort while explaining her business idea to her family and others, but she made sure she rose above it all. Now, not only is buying lingerie an accepted practice, it also has the much needed touch of fashion and acceptance!
3. Shraddha Sharma
Shraddha Sharma, the founder of YourStory, realised early on in life that negativity and rejection is part and parcel of every day happenings when working towards success. Everyone has a story which needs to be told and realising this need, Shraddha decided to start a platform solely dedicated to telling the tales of those who have fought and lived to tell the tales of their struggles. A girl from a remote place in Patna is today marshaling stories not only from all over the country, but from all over the world.
Women are growing every day. Women are realising their potential every day. Struggles are but part and parcel of life and by keeping an eye on the future, women are able to stand tall in a world dominated by men.
Apple has unveiled the new MacBook Air with M5 chip, starting at $999 for 13-inch and $1,299 for 15-inch models. The MacBook Air M5 boasts a 2nm M5 chip with 12-core CPU, 18-core GPU, and 50 TOPS Neural Engine for seamless AI tasks like real-time translation and 8K editing. Up to 22 hours of battery life, Thunderbolt 5, and Wi-Fi 7 make it the ultimate ultraportable, now 10% thinner at 0.44 inches with fanless cooling.
Key MacBook Air M5 features include Liquid Retina XDR display (500 nits, nano-texture option), 12MP Center Stage camera, and six-speaker Spatial Audio. Colors like new Sky Blue join Midnight and Starlight. Pre-orders are live today, with macOS Sequoia 15.4 enhancing Apple Intelligence and iPhone Continuity for students, pros, and remote workers.
Why buy MacBook Air M5 now? It outpaces Snapdragon X Elite rivals with ecosystem magic and future-proof performance, eyeing top 2026 laptop sales. CEO Tim Cook calls it “more capable than ever.” Visit apple.com for M5 MacBook deals and specs.
Delhi NCR-based gaming startup Zupee has acquired Mumbai-based microdrama platform Vertical TV in a deal valued under INR 40 Cr. This move strengthens Zupee Studio, its short-video arm launched in September 2025, by integrating Vertical TV’s expertise in bite-sized dramas like romance and thrillers.
Facing challenges from India’s 2025 real-money gaming ban, Zupee valued at $1 Bn after raising $120 Mn has pivoted to non-gaming content, including recent layoffs of 40% of its workforce. The acquisition builds on its November 2025 purchase of Australian AI firm Nucanon for interactive storytelling, targeting its 200 Mn+ users with engaging, mobile-first formats.
This deal underscores the rising microdrama trend in India, helping Zupee diversify amid regulatory pressures and compete in the short-video space dominated by quick, shareable content for on-the-go audiences.
T.N. Seshan’s name stands tall in India’s history as the man who transformed the nation’s electoral system with extraordinary courage and integrity. Born in 1932 in Kerala, Seshan grew up with values of discipline, education, and service to the nation — virtues that shaped his illustrious journey. From his early brilliance at Madras Christian College to his advanced studies in public administration at Harvard University, Seshan’s path reflected rare determination and intellect. Joining the Indian Administrative Service in 1955, he built a reputation as a no‑nonsense officer committed to efficiency and honesty, serving in key roles such as Secretary of Defense and overseeing vital national programs.
As the Chief Election Commissioner of India in 1990, T.N. Seshan sparked a new era of electoral integrity. In a system once marred by corruption, violence, and malpractice, Seshan brought order, fear, and respect through his groundbreaking reforms. He introduced voter ID cards, imposed strict spending limits on campaigns, and insisted on transparency at every level of the election process. Despite criticism from political circles that labeled him dictatorial, his relentless pursuit of fairness empowered every citizen to vote fearlessly. Under his leadership, the Election Commission became a symbol of strength and integrity in Indian democracy.
Seshan’s passing in November 2019 marked the end of an era, but his message continues to resonate across generations. Leaders from every corner of the country mourned the loss of the man who restored faith in free and fair elections. His enduring legacy reminds us that true leadership lies not in wielding power, but in serving people with honesty, courage, and conviction. T.N. Seshan’s life remains a timeless inspiration a reminder that democracy thrives only when its citizens are vigilant, responsible, and fearless.
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