A Deep Dive into India’s Fastest-Growing Food & Beverage – Savory & Snacks Startups Introduction India’s Food & Beverages (F&B) sector has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past decade, powered by evolving lifestyles, higher disposable incomes, and an ever-growing appetite for convenient yet quality snacking. Within this vast landscape, the Savory & Snacks sub-sector…
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India’s MSME sector is the backbone of the economy, contributing roughly 30 % of GDP and employing over 110 million people. Yet chronic credit gaps remain. Traditional banks are often risk-averse; informal lenders are prohibitively expensive. In this void, NBFC startups are emerging as the new frontier, combining technology, alternative data, and customer-centric credit models…
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As the festive spark carried into November, India’s private funding scene continued to gather pace. Between October 31 and November 6, startups across fintech, real estate, and manufacturing together raised a solid â‚ą2,890 Cr through 21 deals, and in doing so, reaffirmed that investor optimism remains strong even as the year winds down. Meanwhile, the…
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If there’s one question people often ask, it is this: “Who’s got my delivery?” And most of the time, logistics is the one that answers. To start with, from groceries ordered late at night to big shipments crossing ports, logistics has always been important. But in the last few years, things have changed a lot….
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As the festive season lit up the markets, India’s private funding ecosystem closed October on a high, clocking â‚ą2,769 Cr across 31 deals. The final week (Oct 24–30, 2025) showcased a balanced mix of clean energy, fintech, mobility, and lending stories, each signaling long-term conviction from both domestic and global investors. While Goldi Solar’s â‚ą1,422…
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India’s real estate sector is undergoing a digital transformation, from listings and brokerage to rentals and resale management. These five PropTech and Real Estate Operations (RE Ops) platforms are shaping the housing revival through scale, technology, and trust. 1. Square Yards Technology Private Limited (Square Yards) City: GurgaonFounding Date: 2014FY 2024 Revenue: â‚ą1009.42 CrLatest Valuation:…
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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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India’s coffee landscape is rapidly evolving. Once a niche for enthusiasts, it’s now a thriving lifestyle market driven by demand for premium, origin-led, and experience-focused brews. The speciality coffee segment, valued at USD 2.9 billion in 2024, is set to double by 2030 with a 13–14% CAGR (Grand View Research). The broader coffee market, including…
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India’s private markets continued to hum with activity this week, clocking â‚ą1,273 Cr across 8 deals, led by mobility, fintech, food, and digital hospitality. While growth-stage bets dominated, early-stage innovation also found capital support, a strong signal of investor confidence going into the festive quarter. Capital continued to flow across mobility, workflow automation, consumer finance,…
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Even as markets digest global volatility, India’s startup ecosystem shows no signs of slowing down. Between October 10–16, 2025, startups collectively raised â‚ą2,045 crore across 24 deals, underscoring continued investor faith in consumer innovation, fintech, and digital-first growth models. From upskilling to wealth management and digital media, capital flowed toward companies with strong user bases…
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