Rainmatter, backed by Zerodha, exemplifies the convergence of patient capital and impactful mentorship in driving innovation within India’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. With an emphasis on fintech, health, climate action, and storytelling, Rainmatter nurtures startups along with funding. The latest insights reveal how strategic investments are creating ripples across multiple sectors, reinforcing Rainmatter’s mission of sustainable, long-term…
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Exponent Energy, an Indian startup redefining electric vehicle (EV) technology, recently raised $26 million in a Series B funding round. This round saw participation from marquee investors, including Eight Roads Ventures, TDK Ventures, 3one4 Capital, and others. Here’s a comprehensive look into Exponent Energy’s innovation, financials, and growth story, powered by insights from the PrivateCircle…
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Aarin Capital, chaired by TV Mohandas Pai, operates as a proprietary venture fund with a strategic focus on technology-driven businesses in life sciences, healthcare, and education. The fund also supports entrepreneurial fund managers whose investment theses complement its primary areas of interest. This report provides data-driven insights into Aarin’s activities for FY 2024-25, highlighting key…
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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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Overview The Indian retail sector has shown remarkable resilience and growth, with significant funding activity from Q2 FY 2023 to Q2 FY 2025. This comprehensive analysis dives into the evolving trends across company stages, investor participation, key locations, and sectoral performance. With late-stage companies attracting most of the capital, the industry’s landscape is marked by…
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Overview September 2024 witnessed a dynamic yet slightly declining phase for the Indian startup ecosystem in terms of funding activity. With total funding reaching ₹12,715 crores across 107 deals, the figures indicate a 13% dip from the previous month of August. However, compared to September 2023, both the deal volume and the total value represent…
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India’s startup ecosystem has grown rapidly over the last decade, producing more than 100 unicorns – companies valued at over $1 billion. While the spotlight often shines on these unicorns’ market dominance and innovation, an equally compelling story lies beneath: the entrepreneurial journey of the founders. According to an analysis by PrivateCircle Research, about 60%…
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Overview The Indian personal products sector has seen dynamic growth from Q2 2023 to Q2 2024, marked by varying trends in funding, sector participation, and geographical dominance. While late-stage funding has consistently attracted the largest investments, early and seed-stage rounds have been more volatile. With Mumbai emerging as a dominant player in deal volumes and…
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Overview The startup ecosystem in India continues to evolve dynamically, with significant fluctuations in funding patterns across various city tiers. In August 2024, the landscape showcased a blend of traditional powerhouses and emerging hubs, with notable shifts in investor activity and deal sizes. This blog inquires into the city-wise startup funding recap for August 2024,…
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Indian startups typically take a median of 7 years from incorporation to achieve unicorn status (companies with a valuation of $1 billion or more). However, each business is different and so are their growth trajectories. For instance, Ananth Narayanan-led Mensa Brands became a unicorn in just 6 months, while Five Star Business Finance took over…
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