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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Introduction India’s waste management and recycling sector is undergoing a profound transformation, from an informal, fragmented system to a structured, technology-driven industry that supports the country’s circular-economy ambitions. Every year, India generates more than 62 million tonnes of solid waste, out of which nearly 70% is collected and only 20–25% is effectively treated or recycled….
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Introduction India’s wealth and investing landscape have undergone a dramatic transformation over the past decade. What began with discount broking platforms like Zerodha has now expanded into a comprehensive WealthTech ecosystem, encompassing stockbroking, mutual funds, US equities, thematic portfolios, cryptocurrency, and digital advisory services. FY 2024 highlights how these startups are not only growing in…
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India’s startup ecosystem continued its momentum this past week, with ₹2,950 Cr raised across 19 deals. The funding activity shows both sectoral diversity and investor confidence, spanning semiconductors, social commerce, edtech, coffee retail, and digital-first retail. Here are the top 5 funding deals that stood out between Aug 29 – Sep 04, 2025: 📊 Top…
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India’s startup and financial services landscape continues to attract big-ticket funding. Between Aug 22–28, 2025, a total of ₹2,901 Cr was raised across 19 deals. Here are the Top 5 funding deals that stood out: Vistaar Finance – ₹1,360 Cr Edelweiss Asset Management – ₹450 Cr Cars24 – ₹345 Cr TransBnk – ₹219 Cr Altum…
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Total Raised: ₹1,450 CrNumber of Deals: 28Top 5 Deals Accounted For: ₹1,095 Cr (~75% of the week’s funding) India’s startup ecosystem continues to show resilience and focus with ₹1,450 Cr raised across 28 deals in the first week of August 2025. The investment sentiment leaned towards consumer brands, clean energy, and full-stack digital platforms, a…
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India’s private funding ecosystem continues to pulse with momentum. Between July 04 and July 10, 2025, Indian startups raised a total of ₹769 Cr across 22 disclosed deals. While the number of deals was moderate, the top 5 alone contributed over 80% of the capital raised, driven by fintech, healthtech, SaaS, and embedded finance. Here’s…
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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…
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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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The Indian private markets witnessed a dynamic funding landscape in March 2025. With a total of ₹9,916 crore raised across 113 deals, the month saw a mix of large-scale investments, shifts in investor behavior, and a surprising surge in Tier 2 & 3 city funding. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of the key trends shaping private…
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