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Scootev, a startup based in Bengaluru, has become a big name in the electric mobility world, now valued at Rs 100 crore. What makes Scootev stand out is its founders and leaders—people who were once gig workers themselves, like delivery drivers and support staff. Led by Murad Khan, Scootev is showing that you don’t need Ivy League degrees or billion-dollar investors to build a successful business. It’s all about opportunity, hard work, and giving people a chance to rise. Building a Startup from Scratch Unlike most startups that are built by corporate elites or investors, Scootev is powered by people…

Mukesh D. Ambani, the Chairman and Managing Director of Reliance Industries, earns an astounding Rs 163 crore every single day. This daily income highlights the vast wealth he has accumulated through his leadership and vision for one of India’s largest business empires. As of April 19, 2025, his net worth is estimated at $96.7 billion, making him not only India’s richest person but also one of the wealthiest individuals globally. Global Recognition Ranked 18th on the Forbes World’s Billionaires List for 2025, Ambani is renowned for his success with Reliance Jio. Under his leadership, Jio has transformed the digital services…

At just 13 years old, Aadithyan Rajesh is already making waves as one of India’s youngest CEOs. Born in Thiruvalla, Kerala, and now living in Dubai, he has established himself as a tech prodigy with his own successful IT firm and a rapidly growing YouTube channel. While many kids his age are immersed in video games, Aadithyan has focused his energy on building a future in technology and entrepreneurship. A Journey that Began at Age 5 Aadithyan’s fascination with technology began at the age of five. With few close friends during his early childhood, he turned to technology for company,…

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal met with a select group of prominent startup founders on April 24, 2025, in a closed-door session. This meeting, organized by the New Delhi-based Startup Policy Forum (SPF), follows Goyal’s recent remarks at the Startup Mahakumbh. At the event, he raised concerns about the true impact of consumer apps on innovation, while acknowledging their role in job creation and funding. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal met with a select group of prominent startup founders on April 24, 2025, in a closed-door session. This meeting, organized by the New Delhi-based Startup Policy Forum (SPF), follows Goyal’s recent remarks…

India has suspended the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) with Pakistan in response to the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam that claimed 26 lives. The decision was made during a Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) meeting led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The attack was found to have cross-border links, prompting what is now India’s strongest retaliatory measure against Pakistan in recent years. About the Indus Waters TreatySigned in 1960 and brokered by the World Bank, the Indus Waters Treaty is one of the world’s most enduring water-sharing agreements. It governs the distribution of six rivers in the Indus Basin:…

Nathanael Farrelly, a former nurse, sold his home healthcare startup Revitalize for $12.5 million at 29. Now retired, he focuses on family life with his wife and three kids while also investing in startups like a coffee company and a fitness app Nathanael Farrelly began his professional journey as a registered nurse at the age of 21. Just three years later, at 24, he founded Revitalize, a home infusion therapy startup that connected nurses with patients for in-home treatments like IV medications and antibiotics. Launch and Growth of Revitalize Farrelly started Revitalize in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic, when demand…

The Ambani family’s journey to becoming one of India’s most powerful business dynasties began with a strong foundation in education. Both Mukesh Ambani and Anil Ambani, sons of the late industrialist Dhirubhai Ambani, pursued notable academic paths that played significant roles in shaping their careers. Mukesh Ambani’s Education and Career Mukesh Ambani was born in Aden, Yemen, and later moved to Mumbai with his family. He studied at Hill Grange High School in Mumbai and completed his Chemical Engineering from the Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai (formerly UDCT). He later enrolled at Stanford University for an MBA but returned to India in 1980 at his father’s request to help grow…

Acqua di Cristallo Tributo a Modigliani holds the title of the most expensive bottled water in the world. A single 750 ml bottle is priced at around Rs 50 lakh (approx. $60,000). Luxury Packaging One of the main reasons behind its high cost is the bottle itself, which is made entirely of 24-carat gold. The water inside is also infused with 5 grams of gold, which contributes to its alkalinity and exclusivity. Rare Water Sources This ultra-luxury water is sourced from three premium and pristine locations: Designer Behind the Bottle The design of the bottle is the work of Fernando Altamirano, a luxury designer also…

Akrit Pran Jaswal, born on April 23, 1993, in Nurpur, Himachal Pradesh, is known globally as the world’s youngest surgeon. He performed a surgery at just 7 years old on an 8-year-old burn victim, a rare feat that brought him international recognition. From a very young age, Akrit displayed remarkable intelligence—he started walking and talking by ten months and was reading and writing by the age of two. By the time he was 12, Akrit had become India’s youngest university student, and at 13, he gained global attention through an appearance on The Oprah Winfrey Show. He had an IQ…

Pope Francis, who led the Catholic Church for 12 years, passed away on April 21, 2025, at the age of 88. Despite his prominent position as the spiritual leader of 1.3 billion Catholics, Pope Francis was known for living a modest lifestyle, in stark contrast to the lavish wealth often associated with the papacy. His net worth is estimated at $16 million, much lower than that of many of his predecessors. The Pope’s wealth primarily stemmed from the resources and privileges provided by his office rather than personal income. Pope Francis did not accept the monthly salary of $32,000 that…