I’m beginning to compile a list of resources that would be useful for Indian entrepreneurs. Please let me know if I missed any of your favorite resources.
Listings are in alphabetical order.
Startup Programs and Incubators
- HeadStart - Organization to create and promote the innovation ecosystem in India
- Morpheus – Startup incubator program similar to Y-Combinator,TechStars, SeedCamp
- National Entrepreneurship Network – Conducts various programs for promoting entrepreneurship in India
- Startup Leadership Program – A structured program that helps to groom a new generation of entrepreneurs
- University Startup Incubators – List of incubators associated with various educational institutions
Events
- Power of Ideas – A program run by Economic Times and CIIE
- Power Plug – Monthly competition for Entreprenuers
- Proto.in – Startup events in different cities. Though no recent events.
- Silicon India’s Startup City – This event is conducted across India in different cities and attracts good startups
- TechSparks – Annual event for product companies
- UnPluggd – Third edition of the event coming soon (according to the website)
Educational Links
- Launching Technology Ventures – Notes from Prof. Tom Eisenmann’s class
- Stanford E-Corner - Podcasts and Videos
Specific Blogs on Topics of Interest to Entrepreneurs
Directories
Startup Blogs
- alootechie.com
- iamstarting.com
- medianama.com
- pluggd.in
- yourstory.in
- venturehacks.com
- VentureIntelligence
- vccircle.com
Relevant Online Groups
- Co-founder Wanted – India – LinkedIn group for finding partners for your startup
TV Programs
City Specific
- Bangalore
- Open Coffee Club – Networking opportunities
- Tie Bangalore – Networking opportunities
Note: Inputs regarding various services mentioned in the article should not be considered as an endorsement by the author or the organization he is associated with
Anand,
I particularly like the Stanford e-corner podcasts and videos.
http://ecorner.stanford.edu/authorMaterialInfo.html?mid=2273
If you are also compiling the “Go To” places for founders as a sub-set, I have been managing a LinkedIn Group for guys that want to find co-founders. (Group Name: ‘Co-founder Wanted – India’)
Ashwin
Thanks for the suggestions Ashwin. I have included your links plus a few others I got feedback on.