India’s boardrooms witnessed significant movement in 2025 but not all change was equal. While hundreds of thousands of director appointments were recorded across companies, actual exits remained comparatively limited, pointing to a system that is expanding faster than it is refreshing. This imbalance raises deeper questions around board experience, continuity of control, and how decision-making…
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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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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…
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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 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…
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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…
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Overview July 2024 marked a dynamic month for the Indian startup ecosystem, showcasing a notable increase in both deal volume and total funding raised. With ₹8,865 crores in total funding across 99 deals, the month exhibited a strong recovery and growth compared to previous periods. Let’s delve into the highlights of the month, key trends,…
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Overview June 2024 was a dynamic month for Indian startups, with significant funding activity. The month saw a total of ₹7,056 crores raised across 111 deals. This represents a robust ecosystem that continues to attract substantial investor interest despite broader economic uncertainties. Notably, most of the reported deals were sourced from press reports, as the…
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Whether it is Zomato’s bumper IPO, or Blinkit’s strategic acquisition, Indian startup ecosystem has hit an inflection point. We have transitioned from celebrating big funding rounds to now anticipating startup exits. Some say it is a sign of maturing ecosystem. Others see it as a direct impact of investors demanding a clear path to profitability…
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As funding winter extends into another year, founders need to plan for potential challenges in their fundraising plan. Seasoned founders adopt some contingency planning regularly and it is worthwhile for every founder to do so. Startup founders should start with a clear understanding of how long they can stay in the fundraising mode, the importance…
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