teen entrepreneurs

An Indian-American entrepreneur, Brij Agrawal, and his wife Sunita have donated $5.5 million to St. Luke's Health-Sugar Land Hospital, the largest single philanthropic gift to date. This significant contribution will enhance healthcare access by expanding hospital services and establishing a new primary care clinic in Sugar Land, benefiting residents with limited access to consistent medical care.

Cry clubs pop up from Surat to Bengaluru as people find comfort in a collective emotional release

David Beckham, celebrating his 51st birthday, continues to command global attention years after retiring from football. His remarkable career, marked by 19 major titles and unique achievements like winning league titles in four countries, has cemented his legacy. Beyond the pitch, Beckham has successfully transitioned into a cultural icon, entrepreneur, and ambassador, proving his enduring influence.

Amrita Arora Ladak, a former VJ and actor, now embraces her roles as a mother and entrepreneur, recently launching a restaurant in Goa. She candidly discusses the realities of raising two teenage sons, navigating paparazzi culture, and the importance of a strong family support system. Arora emphasizes that celebrity motherhood is far from the 'perfect mom' image often portrayed.

Claire's has abruptly closed all 154 of its UK and Ireland standalone stores, resulting in over 1,300 job losses. The teen jewellery giant's decades-long high street presence collapsed due to a combination of online shopping shifts, rising costs, and financial struggles.

teen entrepreneurs have been making waves for decades. Bill Gates was barely 20 when he and Paul Allen launched their first computer software company . At the age of 19, Mark Zuckerberg launched Facebook from his dormitory room at Harvard.

CII is also organising a discussion on the challenges of automation and the future role of human labour as part of its annual Innovation Summit

Akshat Mittal, the teenage social entrepreneur, who had developed www.odd-even.com last year, is again ready with a new venture. This time he is determined to bring a social change in the country with a website – www.changemyindia.org.

Shark Tank India 4's Campus Special episode highlights the entrepreneurial spirit of young minds with innovative ventures like Project Clay, Deni Bikes, and Pretty Little Shop, showcasing that age doesn’t limit ambition, as these teen entrepreneurs pitch their groundbreaking ideas seeking investment and growth.

Shreyas Melbuddhi, 17, Shashwati Patil, 19, Pavan Punyavant, 19, and Navya Kadekar, 18, manage the logistics, quality checks, finance and identifying homemakers.

Siddhant Vats, an 18-year-old entrepreneur, at present based in London, impressed upon the United States-based Wat Lao community to build the monastery in Bodhgaya.

In an era where Ivy League admissions demand more than stellar grades, teen entrepreneurship has emerged as a game-changer. Launching a venture in high school showcases resilience, leadership, and authentic passion—traits top colleges now prioritise. With tangible results and real-world skills, student-led businesses provide a compelling edge in the ultra-competitive admissions landscape.

Card bashes this Deepavali will see a lot more innovations and spin-offs on old games, though teen patti will still flourish.

Entrepreneurship is neither a science nor an art. It is a practice that isn’t bound by age. Arshie Chevalwala tells you more

She is just a first year engineering student and has begun her journey towards becoming a successful entrepreneur. Meet Varuna Bhambhani, 18, second semester engineering student, who has come up with a website and mobile application saralhai.com which facilitates home delivery of fruits and vegetables .

Alex Butler, a teenager from Seattle, created 'Taco vs. Burrito' at age seven. The card game became a global hit. With his mother's help, Alex launched a Kickstarter campaign. It turned into a booming business. By 15, he made over a million dollars. Alex sold the rights to PlayMonster. He is now exploring music, sports, and video games.

Diginoor.io, a NFT marketplace founded by Chennai teenagers Shaamil Karim & Yash Rathod, has raised $1 million funding from Contrary Capital, Polygon Fund, Sandeep Nailwal, CRED’s Kunal Shah, Abdul Wahab Al-Halabi (MD at Embassy Capital), and others.

Putting to rest the common belief by researchers that mobile and technology are draining children of creativity and talent, these 'vices' are proving to boost innovation and entrepreneurship among teens from the city.

Putting to rest the common belief by researchers that mobile and technology are draining children of creativity and talent, these ‘vices’ are proving to boost innovation and entrepreneurship among teens from the city

City based 28-year-old Sahej Mantri is one social entrepreneur who has given up his well-paying media career to make the city a cleaner place.

In Los Angeles, a bizarre spectacle unfolded as a 17-year-old, Eric Zhu, staged sperm races on a giant screen to raise awareness about declining male fertility, fueled by a million-dollar investment. The event, featuring microscopic sperm dashes and unconventional traditions, attracted a large crowd and sparked debate about reproductive health. Zhu distanced himself from pro-natalist views, emphasizing individual health choices over population concerns.

Shark Tank India judges Vineeta Singh and Ghazal Alagh got to reunite in Kolkata for an event. The two didn't leave the chance to have some fun and danced to the popular song 'Nikamma' from Shilpa Shetty's film.

Shark Tank India judge Anupam Mittal sparked a debate on social media addiction, expressing concern over Indians' digital consumption habits. He highlighted that excessive scrolling on platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube is creating an overstimulated and under-inspired generation.

Mark Cuban observes a significant rise in financial focus among US teens, driven by economic pressures and online content. He advises them to prioritize learning and teaching AI skills, particularly prompt engineering, to capitalize on the digital economy. Cuban emphasizes that AI and the internet offer unprecedented opportunities for financial independence and innovation, surpassing traditional ventures.