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 ₹1,273 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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Chakr Innovation Private Limited, founded in 2016 by Kushagra Srivastava, Bharti Singhla, and Arpit Dhupar (all IIT Delhi alumni), is a Gurgaon-based clean-tech startup tackling emissions from diesel generators. The company develops retrofit devices that capture up to 90% of harmful particulate matter and nitrogen oxides directly at the exhaust. With growing adoption across corporate…
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Introduction India’s wealth and investing landscape have undergone a dramatic transformation over the past decade. What began with discount broking platforms like Zerodha has now expanded into a comprehensive WealthTech ecosystem, encompassing stockbroking, mutual funds, US equities, thematic portfolios, cryptocurrency, and digital advisory services. FY 2024 highlights how these startups are not only growing in…
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For centuries, agriculture has been the backbone of India’s economy. Yet, for decades, it struggled with outdated methods, unpredictable weather, and inefficiencies in supply chains. Enter Agritech 2.0, a new wave of startups blending technology, data, and sustainable practices to make farming smarter, more efficient, and farmer-first. This story is not just about apps or…
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Introduction India’s freight and logistics sector is the backbone of the economy, moving ~70% of goods across the country. Yet, heavy-duty diesel trucks, though just ~5% of total vehicles, contribute nearly 40% of transport-related CO₂ emissions. This imbalance makes freight a top priority in India’s decarbonization roadmap. Blue Energy Motors Limited (BEM) has entered this…
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Industry Landscape & Positioning Unico Housing Finance operates within India’s housing finance sector, a regulated industry under the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The sector is expanding rapidly, driven by urbanisation, affordable housing demand, and supportive government schemes like Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY). Unico positions itself as a specialist in affordable housing and property-backed…
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KisanKonnect Safe Food Private Limited is a farm-to-fork agritech company that sources fresh fruits and vegetables directly from 500+ farms. With a tech-enabled supply chain, it ensures safe, hygienic, and traceable food delivered to consumers’ doorsteps within 24 hours. They have offline stores Connecting 5K+ farmer families with 2.5L + happy families in Mumbai and…
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Enmovil Solutions Private Limited is is changing the way logistics works with its smart decision-making and management platform. By using machine learning along with real-time tracking and predictive insights, Enmovil goes beyond simple digitization to give manufacturers and suppliers practical, data-driven intelligence. At its core, Enmovil is not just a software company it’s a business…
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