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 more
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 more
The drone manufacturing and management sector in India has gained considerable momentum, driven by regulatory tailwinds, increasing defense and commercial demand, and significant investor interest. This report provides a detailed analysis of key funding, valuation, and operational trends shaping the sector in 2025. Company Stages: Funding Activity Overview The first quarter of FY2025 was the…
Read more
The Indian automobile sector has been on quite the rollercoaster ride over the past couple of years. What started as a funding boom in FY2023 Q4 – hitting a peak of ₹7,058 crore – has since taken a winding road downhill, landing at ₹2,164 crore in FY2025 Q3. Investors seem to be pressing the brakes,…
Read more
India’s Private Markets is off to a powerful start in January 2025, with ₹9,482 crore ($1.1 billion) raised across 141 deals. This shows robust investor confidence and a thriving market. Let’s break it down and take a look at the highlights from January, using some real-world insights to add color to the numbers. City-Wise Funding…
Read more
The Indian startup ecosystem continues to show diverse patterns in its funding landscape. November 2024 witnessed notable changes, with city-wise funding figures revealing important shifts in regional funding dynamics. While Tier 1 cities continue to dominate, there was a significant decrease in funding amounts in both Tier 1 and Tier 2 & 3 cities compared…
Read more
Lenskart has emerged as a key player in India’s eyewear market, revolutionising accessibility to eye-care products across cities through its dual online and offline presence. Founded as an online eyewear portal, Lenskart has grown into a nationwide brand with over 320 stores across tier-1 and tier-2 cities, processing about 300,000 monthly orders. This reach and…
Read more
Overview The startup ecosystem in India continues to evolve dynamically, with significant fluctuations in funding patterns across various city tiers. In August 2024, the landscape showcased a blend of traditional powerhouses and emerging hubs, with notable shifts in investor activity and deal sizes. This blog inquires into the city-wise startup funding recap for August 2024,…
Read more
The Indian consumer finance sector has witnessed significant activity and transformation over the past few years. The latest report, covering the period from Q1 2022-23 to Q4 2023-24, provides an in-depth analysis of funding trends, investor participation, regional performance, and sector-specific insights. Let’s dive into the key findings and understand the dynamics shaping this vibrant…
Read more
In our latest report for May 2024, we delve into the data to reveal the emerging trends shaping the startup ecosystem across major Indian cities. Highlights: Top Ten Cities Deal Size (₹ cr) Delhi NCR raised the maximum funding in May followed by Bengaluru, Mumbai and Chennai. In terms of tier 2 & 3 cities,…
Read more