Industry Overview India’s paint industry is one of the fastest-growing segments of the chemicals sector, driven by rapid urbanization, housing demand, infrastructure development, and rising consumer spending. The industry continues to benefit from increasing demand for decorative and protective coatings, supported by product innovation, expanding manufacturing capacity, and wider distribution networks. With growing preference for…
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India’s private market continued to witness healthy capital deployment during the week of June 26 to July 02, 2026, with startups and growth-stage companies collectively raising ₹1,650 crore across 27 disclosed funding deals. The week’s funding activity reflected strong investor confidence across sectors such as lab-grown diamonds, fintech, consumer brands, renewable energy, and enterprise infrastructure….
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Overview India’s startup ecosystem continued to attract significant venture capital and strategic investments in June 2026, reinforcing the country’s position as one of the world’s fastest-growing innovation hubs. Despite a more disciplined investment environment, investors remained highly active in companies with strong fundamentals, scalable business models, and technology-driven solutions. The month witnessed over ₹15,000 crore…
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Who Acquired Whom? June 2026 India Unlisted Company Acquisition Deals & M&A Report Introduction India’s mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market remained highly active in June 2026, with strategic acquisitions spanning renewable energy, pharmaceuticals, technology, consumer brands, healthcare, industrial manufacturing, HR technology, enterprise software, travel-tech, wealth management, and commercial real estate. The month witnessed 19 notable…
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Introducing Bodycraft Founded in 1997, Bodycraft is one of India’s leading beauty, wellness, and aesthetic care brands, known for pioneering the clinic-salon hybrid model that combines salon, spa, dermatology, and wellness services under one roof. The company was born from the vision of Mrs. Manjul Gupta, an army wife who sought to redefine beauty and…
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India’s startup ecosystem witnessed one of its strongest funding weeks of 2026, with 15 funding deals collectively raising ₹10,140 crore between June 19 and June 25, 2026. While deal volumes remained selective, the size and quality of investments reflected growing confidence among both global and domestic investors. The week’s funding activity was dominated by a…
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From Shared Desks to a Commercial Real Estate Platform Founded in 2014, BHIVE Workspace has grown from a Bengaluru-based coworking startup into one of the city’s most prominent flexible workspace brands. At a time when coworking was still viewed largely as a niche solution for freelancers and early-stage startups, BHIVE recognized that India’s office market…
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Introduction to the Industry India’s health and wellness food market is not just growing, it is thriving at an unprecedented pace. As consumers become increasingly aware of nutrition, ingredient transparency, and overall well-being, their expectations from food brands are evolving rapidly. Consequently, there is a clear shift away from traditional packaged foods toward healthier, cleaner,…
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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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