This week, the Indian startup ecosystem saw a total of ₹2,891 crore raised across 27 deals, indicating sustained investor confidence across diverse sectors — from defense tech and consumer brands to EV infrastructure and financial services. Top 5 Deals This Week Deal Date Company Trade Name Deal Size (₹ Cr) Investors/Buyers Round Location Website 26…
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Funding Recap (13–19 June 2025)
₹2,569 Cr Raised Across 14 Deals | Spinny, Wiom, and POP Lead the Charts India’s private market activity stayed resilient in mid-June, with ₹2,569 Cr raised across 14 reported deals. Despite fewer filings on the MCA, press announcements signal strong momentum, especially in consumer mobility, connectivity, and credit sectors. Top 5 Deals of the Week…
Read moreAerospace & Defense Sector 2025 – A Strategic Growth Snapshot
India’s aerospace and defense sector in 2025 signals a structural shift – away from isolated milestones and into a broad, consistent growth narrative. The Aerospace & Defense Sector 2025 truly represents a transformation. With ₹3,580+ Cr deployed across sub-sectors, a rise in diversified investor participation, and companies posting >70% growth over two years, the signals…
Read moreMonthly Funding Summary: Highlights & Insights from May 2025
After a strong rebound in April, which saw deal activity hit a 12-month high of 134 transactions, May 2025 witnessed a sharp pullback with only 99 funding deals in the Indian private markets, returning to the same volume last seen in February this year. Despite this, funding value remained robust, crossing ₹11,000 crore, showcasing that…
Read moreIndia Startup Funding Deals | May 30–June 5, 2025
₹894 Cr across 17 deals – that’s the funding tally for Indian startups in the first week of June 2025. While the overall count remained moderate, the average ticket size was high, thanks to two major Series B deals that set the tone for the week. The trend? Sectoral variety, investor depth, and rising regional…
Read moreAther Mafia 2024 – India’s Rising Entrepreneurial Wave
The “Ather Mafia” – former employees of the electric vehicle pioneer Ather Energy – has emerged as a significant entrepreneurial force, collectively achieving a valuation of ₹1,424.11 crores by May 2025. Prominent among these startups are Exponent Energy, Lectrix Technologies, and Bullwork Mobility, reflecting the group’s strong presence in the electric mobility and energy sectors….
Read moreIndia Startup Funding Report (May 9–15, 2025)
₹1,357 Cr raised across 18 deals Indian startups continued to attract investor interest in the second week of May 2025, securing a total of ₹1,357 crore across 18 disclosed deals. From MSME platforms to hygiene product manufacturers and AI tech service providers, funding this week reflected a diverse and maturing ecosystem. Here’s a breakdown of…
Read moreMonthly Funding Recap: April 2025
April 2025 saw Indian startups attract robust investor interest, signaling a vibrant start to FY26. The month recorded a significant uptick in both deal volume and deal value, highlighting growing confidence among investors. Bangalore startups raised the highest cumulative funding in April 2025 reaching ₹ 4485 cr (27 deals). This was followed by Delhi NCR…
Read moreDecoding India’s Top 5 Startup Funding Deals: May 2–8, 2025
India’s startup ecosystem continues to flourish, with the first week of May 2025 witnessing significant funding deal activities. A total of ₹3,646 crore was raised across 30 deals, highlighting the robust investor confidence in sectors like healthcare, logistics, and real estate technology. 1. PB Healthcare Services – ₹1,867 Cr (Seed Round) 2. Routematic (Nivaata Systems)…
Read moreAther Energy: Accelerating India’s EV Revolution
Ather Energy, a Bengaluru-based electric vehicle (EV) startup, has emerged as a significant player in India’s rapidly evolving EV landscape. Founded in 2013 by IIT Madras alumni Tarun Mehta and Swapnil Jain, Ather has been at the forefront of designing and manufacturing intelligent electric scooters, notably the Ather 450 series. Financial Performance In the fiscal…
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