As schools reopen across India and millions of students prepare for a new academic year, the stationery industry once again moves into the spotlight. From pencils and pens to notebooks, office supplies, and educational accessories, stationery remains a vital part of India’s educational ecosystem. While consumers are often familiar with popular brands found on retail…
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How a New-Age Bengaluru VC is Backing the Next Generation of High-Growth Startups. India’s startup ecosystem continues to evolve at a remarkable pace. While large venture capital firms often dominate headlines, a new wave of focused early-stage investors is quietly shaping the future of entrepreneurship. Among them, StartFresh Ventures has emerged as a promising player,…
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Agilitas at a Glance Agilitas Sports Private Limited is a Bengaluru-based sportswear and athleisure platform founded in 2023 by former Puma India Managing Director Abhishek Ganguly. The company is building a vertically integrated sports business spanning manufacturing, consumer brands, retail, distribution, and innovation-led operations. Financial Performance Snapshot Key Takeaways The Three Pillars Driving Agilitas’ Growth…
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About House of Bindu Founded by Sathya Shankar in 1987, House of Bindu has evolved into a regional FMCG player with a strong presence across South India. The company has built its growth on manufacturing scale, an extensive distribution network, and a deep understanding of regional consumer preferences, enabling it to expand across multiple food…
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Introduction – Why Archian Foods Matters in India’s Beverage Landscape India’s non-alcoholic beverage industry is witnessing a significant shift as consumers increasingly gravitate towards products that combine nostalgia, local flavors, and convenience. Amidst this transformation, Archian Foods Private Limited, the company behind the popular Lahori Zeera brand, has emerged as one of the fastest-growing players…
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Industry Outlook India’s packaged healthy foods segment has witnessed strong growth, driven by rising health consciousness, demand for clean-label products, growing awareness of millet-based nutrition, and increasing spending on premium children’s foods. Brands such as Slurrp Farm are benefiting from parents’ preference for healthier alternatives to conventional packaged foods. Who Is Slurrp Farm? Slurrp Farm…
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India’s Private Market Is Heating Up Again After a measured start to the year, May 2026 delivered a strong signal from India’s unlisted market. Investors deployed significant capital across mobility, consumer brands, fintech, aerospace, semiconductors, manufacturing, and sustainability-focused businesses. From mega funding rounds to strategic investments, the month reflected growing investor confidence in companies building…
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India’s startup ecosystem remained active during the week of May 22–May 28, 2026, with companies collectively raising ₹864 crore across 19 funding deals. While deal activity was spread across multiple sectors, a handful of transactions accounted for a significant share of the capital deployed. From AI-powered biotech and semiconductor manufacturing to fintech and agritech, investors…
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India’s non-alcoholic beverage industry is far bigger than just global cola giants. While multinational brands dominate shelves and advertising, a parallel ecosystem of Indian beverage companies has quietly built strong regional loyalty, extensive distribution networks, and multi-crore businesses. From nostalgic mango drinks and masala sodas to jeera beverages and cold-pressed juices, homegrown players continue to…
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India’s alcohol industry is among the largest consumer markets globally, driven by rising urban demand, premiumisation, and expanding retail distribution. While listed liquor giants attract most investor attention, several unlisted companies have quietly built strong manufacturing and brand-led businesses across whisky, rum, vodka, and IMFL categories. The above list highlights India’s leading unlisted hard liquor…
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