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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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)…
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Funding Surge: Indian Startups Raise Over ₹6,297 Crore in a Week The Indian startup ecosystem witnessed a remarkable funding wave from March 28 to April 3, 2025, raising a total of ₹6,297 crore across 30 deals. This reflects strong investor confidence in diverse sectors, from e-commerce and fintech to auto resale and investment platforms. Biggest…
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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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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,…
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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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The year 2024 ended with some exciting developments in India’s startup world. December 2024 showcased the resilience and strategic growth of the ecosystem, setting a strong tone for 2025. Let’s break it down: Blog Outline | Data and Insights by PrivateCircle Research Job Creation & Economic Impact Mumbai led the way in December, raising ₹3,072…
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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…
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In October 2024, India’s Tier 1 cities such as Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Delhi NCR led the startup funding landscape, raising a combined ₹6,205 crore across 80 deals. Tier 1 locations, known for established infrastructure and investor confidence, saw this funding mainly fuelled by VC/PE firms, accounting for 56 of the total deals. Notably, angel investors…
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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…
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