Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has launched ₹2.3-crore startup innovation challenge to boost rooftop solar installation and renewable energy adoption in the country. The challenge invites startups focusing on affordability, resilience, inclusivity and environmental sustainability in green tech, IoT, AI, blockchain, construction, energy hardware, fintech and waste management.

A LinkedIn user mentioned a two-day in-person event organised by US-based startup incubator Y Combinator as "work experience" on their profile. "Here is what I achieved: Talked to a YC partner, Met founders of million dollar startups, Passed by the Cluely headquarters," the LinkedIn user wrote. "Hey, maybe don't do this," Y Combinator's President and CEO Garry Tan replied.

Gujarat's Ksquare Energy is powering houses through affordable rooftop solar systems under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. 5-year Zero Loss Guarantee compensates customers for solar failures over 48 hours. Founded by Kuldip Sorathiya with just ₹15,000, the startup made ₹74 crore in 2024. The startup aims for ₹1,000 crore by 2030.

From the narrow lanes of Kanpur’s tannery hub to 200+ stores nationwide, Red Chief is a story of grit, vision, and homegrown pride. Manoj Gyanchandani turned a modest leather export venture into a ₹324 crore brand by betting on India, owning the process, and redefining value. Red Chief proves that world-class brands can rise from India’s heartland.

Goa is fast becoming a tech and startup hotspot with its new Global Capability Centre and AI Excellence Hub. These initiatives aim to foster innovation, support deep tech startups, and develop local talent. Backed by strong policy support and infrastructure, Goa is positioning itself as a key player in India’s digital transformation and global entrepreneurial landscape.

Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath has invested in One Hand Clap, a creative agency launched by ex-AIB members Aakash Shah and Naveed Manakkodan. With a focus on storytelling-led branding, the agency aims to disrupt India's growing digital ad space. Kamath’s backing highlights rising investor interest in the country’s creator economy and content-driven marketing for startups and D2C brands.

India’s startup ecosystem is buzzing this June with game-changers across sectors. Spinny is redefining used car sales, POP is making UPI rewarding, and Blitz is pushing fast deliveries. From EV leasing (ALT Mobility) to neurodiversity care (Butterfly Learnings) and esports fantasy (FanClash), fresh ideas and major funding are powering a new wave of innovation.

Amar Nagaram, ex-CEO of Myntra, is leading a sustainable fashion revolution with Virgio. Launched in 2022, Virgio began as a fast-fashion brand but pivoted in 2023 to focus on circularity, zero-waste design, and ethical sourcing. With PETA certification, AI-driven demand forecasting, and eco-friendly materials, Virgio is setting new standards for conscious fashion in India.

Gwalior-based home and kitchen brand HomeEssentials is reshaping Indian homes with design-first, space-saving products. Founded by brothers Tanishq and Divyam Jain in 2024, the D2C brand hit ₹10 crore in monthly revenue within a year. They recently raised $2.2 million from India Quotient and are launching offline stores across Delhi NCR.

In 2020, a Gurugram techie couple, Lalit Arora and Dimy Arora, quit their jobs and started Melonleaf Consulting as a service-based IT firm. Today, it delivers a variety of tech solutions like salesforce services, product expertise, ERP/ETL solution, and digital solutions like generative AI. In FY25, they clocked an annual revenue of ₹7 crore.