A Deep Dive into India’s Fastest-Growing Food & Beverage – Savory & Snacks Startups Introduction India’s Food & Beverages (F&B) sector has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past decade, powered by evolving lifestyles, higher disposable incomes, and an ever-growing appetite for convenient yet quality snacking. Within this vast landscape, the Savory & Snacks sub-sector…
Read moreThe New Age of SME Lending: NBFC Startups Redefining Credit Access in India
India’s MSME sector is the backbone of the economy, contributing roughly 30 % of GDP and employing over 110 million people. Yet chronic credit gaps remain. Traditional banks are often risk-averse; informal lenders are prohibitively expensive. In this void, NBFC startups are emerging as the new frontier, combining technology, alternative data, and customer-centric credit models…
Read moreRobotics & Automation in India: Who Builds What, How Much They Earn
Introduction India’s robotics and automation landscape is no longer futuristic; it’s a fast-scaling reality. With applications spanning consumer education, warehouse logistics, cardiac surgery, sanitation, solar cleaning, and defence, robotics is moving from niche pilots to mainstream deployment. These startups represent the intersection of hardware, AI, and industrial design, where high capital intensity is matched by…
Read moreDeal Roundup (Oct 31 – Nov 06): ₹2,890 Cr Across 21 Startups
As the festive spark carried into November, India’s private funding scene continued to gather pace. Between October 31 and November 6, startups across fintech, real estate, and manufacturing together raised a solid ₹2,890 Cr through 21 deals, and in doing so, reaffirmed that investor optimism remains strong even as the year winds down. Meanwhile, the…
Read moreLogistics SaaS & Visibility: Tracking Who’s Got My Delivery
If there’s one question people often ask, it is this: “Who’s got my delivery?” And most of the time, logistics is the one that answers. To start with, from groceries ordered late at night to big shipments crossing ports, logistics has always been important. But in the last few years, things have changed a lot….
Read moreWho’s Borrowing Big This Month? – Oct 2025
Introduction October 2025 marks a significant surge in corporate borrowing among India’s unlisted companies, led by large-scale investments in technology, housing finance, real estate, and renewable energy. At the forefront is Cg Semi Private Limited, securing ₹8,400 crore, indicating a growing strategic push toward semiconductor self-reliance. Close behind, Tata Capital Housing Finance continues to fuel…
Read moreIndia’s Startup Funding Pulse: October 2025 Sees 14,915 Cr Deployed Across 95 Deals
October closed on a strong note for India’s private markets, with investors doubling down on themes such as renewable manufacturing, digital credit infrastructure, enterprise automation, and electric mobility. Despite a selective funding environment, founders who demonstrate regulatory readiness, operational discipline, and scalable unit economics continued to draw meaningful capital. This month, late-stage rounds dominated headlines,…
Read moreThe Final Week of October 2025: India’s Private Markets Shine Bright with ₹2,769 Cr in Deals
As the festive season lit up the markets, India’s private funding ecosystem closed October on a high, clocking ₹2,769 Cr across 31 deals. The final week (Oct 24–30, 2025) showcased a balanced mix of clean energy, fintech, mobility, and lending stories, each signaling long-term conviction from both domestic and global investors. While Goldi Solar’s ₹1,422…
Read more5 PropTech & RE Ops Platforms Driving India’s Housing Revival
India’s real estate sector is undergoing a digital transformation, from listings and brokerage to rentals and resale management. These five PropTech and Real Estate Operations (RE Ops) platforms are shaping the housing revival through scale, technology, and trust. 1. Square Yards Technology Private Limited (Square Yards) City: GurgaonFounding Date: 2014FY 2024 Revenue: ₹1009.42 CrLatest Valuation:…
Read moreBaaS & Beyond: India’s Top 10 Embedded Finance Startups by Revenue
Electronic Payment Solutions are the backbone of India’s digital economy. From UPI and payment gateways to API-led banking and embedded lending, these platforms ensure seamless transactions for millions of businesses and consumers every single day. With over 130 billion UPI transactions in FY24, India now operates the world’s largest digital payments ecosystem. This explosive growth…
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