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Indian Startup Funding
Welcome to StartupTalky’s 2026 Indian startup funding updates. This article provides a clear and easy overview of the latest startup funding news in India throughout the year. Our weekly funding tables, updated regularly, track how much funding each startup has raised, the sectors they operate in, the key investors
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In this interaction with StartupTalky, Kailash Anwala, Founder & Managing Director of UniSteps Consulting Pvt. Ltd., outlines a clear and practical view of construction consulting in India. He explains how UniSteps was created to ensure that architectural vision is supported by engineering and execution, not weakened by it. By integrating
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The lip care products market in India has seen strong and sustained growth as consumers increasingly prioritise daily personal care routines and hydration solutions. In 2024, the sector generated an estimated $0.22 billion, driven by younger consumers seeking gentle, plant-based lip care products and everyday hydration solutions. The growth
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StartupTalky presents Recap’25, a series of exclusive year-end interviews where we connect with founders and industry leaders to reflect on their 2025 journey and future vision. In this edition of Recap’25, StartupTalky interacts with Ruchi Chilamwar, Creative Director at What a Story, a creative video and animation agency
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StartupTalky presents Recap'25, a series of exclusive interviews where we connect with founders and industry leaders to reflect on their journey in 2025 and discuss their vision for the future. In this edition of Recap'25, StartupTalky speaks with Pranav Jha, Founder and Director of AP Web
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The IT services market is forecasted to reach $1.65 trillion in 2026, growing from $1.51 trillion in 2025, with projections of $2.51 trillion by 2031 at a CAGR of 8.78% from 2026 to 2031. As more companies adopt cloud, AI, and custom software, the demand for
Shark Tank India has come a long way from early scepticism to undeniable scale. And Anupam Mittal, Founder and CEO of People Group and one of the show’s original Sharks, believes the initial doubts no longer hold relevance. In a recent LinkedIn post, Mittal reflected on the journey of
Year End Stories
StartupTalky presents Recap'25, a series of exclusive interviews where we connect with founders and industry leaders to reflect on their journey in 2025 and discuss their vision for the future. In this edition of Recap’25, StartupTalky features Gaurav Bhagat, Managing Director of Consortium Gifts, on how 2025
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As Indian businesses increasingly move toward digital-first and mobile-led operations, the demand for unified platforms that combine CRM, collaboration, HR, and task management is growing rapidly. Bitrix24, a global digital workplace, has been steadily expanding its presence in India by addressing the unique operational and cultural needs of the market.
Indian shapewear brand underneat.in has crossed INR 150 crore in annual recurring revenue (ARR) in less than eight months, marking one of the fastest scale-ups in the D2C fashion space. The milestone comes alongside a $6 million Pre-Series A funding round led by Fireside Ventures, with Mamaearth Co-founder Ghazal
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We are in December, and Christmas is just a few days away. These days, most of you are thinking about how you can celebrate Christmas in the office with your colleagues. If you belong to the usual category of people, then you will follow the regular tradition of celebrating Christmas
Aman Gupta, Co-founder of boAt Lifestyle and a popular investor on Shark Tank India, shared a striking investment update today on LinkedIn. Gupta revealed that his INR 12 lakh investment in Let’s Try, a snack brand founded by Nitin Vinod Kalra along with his family, has now grown to
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In this exclusive virtual conversation with StartupTalky, Manali Sanghvi, Co-founder of Hexafun, shares her journey of turning a creative spark into a vibrant brand that brings fun into everyday essentials. Having worked in advertising with major brands and campaigns, she stepped away from the corporate world to build something more
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In this exclusive interaction with StartupTalky, Saravana Kumar, Founder and CEO of Kovai.co, shares the journey of building global products like BizTalk360, Turbo360, and Document360, a globally recognized SaaS product from India. What started as a two-week internal hackathon in 2017 to solve documentation challenges for BizTalk360 has evolved
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The knowledge base software industry is expanding, with market revenue valued at $1.43 billion in 2024 and projected to reach $4.56 billion by 2033, at a CAGR of 14.2% from 2026 to 2033. Businesses today are looking for smarter ways to manage product documentation, SOPs, and internal
In a thought-provoking LinkedIn post that’s making waves across India’s corporate circles, Anupam Mittal, Founder and CEO of People Group and Shark Tank India investor, has questioned the country’s fixation with the so-called “standard” 30-35% salary hike during job switches. The 35% hike ritual under scrutiny Mittal
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The Indian commercial interior design and office fit-out sector is expanding rapidly, valued at INR 277 billion in 2023 and projected to grow to INR 805 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 16.5%. FocusOn Interiors provides end-to-end turnkey solutions, bridging the gap between design and execution through structured
Zerodha founder and CEO Nithin Kamath has shared a reflective post on the recurring nature of market booms and crashes, pointing out that greed and leverage continue to drive financial cycles, much like they did a century ago. Kamath Recommends Andrew Ross Sorkin’s 1929 as Essential Reading In a
Zerodha Founder and CEO Nithin Kamath has admitted that his personal Twitter (X) account was compromised after he clicked on a phishing e-mail link. The post, shared by Kamath on LinkedIn, has gone viral, not just because of who he is, but because it highlights how even the most tech-savvy
Bollywood actor, entrepreneur, and mentor Suniel Shetty reflected on India’s transformation over the decades in a recent LinkedIn post, emphasising how opportunities for young talent have dramatically expanded compared to the 70s and 80s. From Limited Opportunities to Wider Horizons In his recently shared LinkedIn post, Shetty noted, “India
Ghazal Alagh, co-founder of Mamaearth and Chief Mama at Honasa Consumer Ltd., has cautioned entrepreneurs and business leaders that the real threat in 2025 isn’t artificial intelligence (AI) itself, but refusing to learn and adopt it. She highlighted businesses that ignore AI risk falling behind those that use it.
* Raipur-based Mishmash Naturals is India’s first Ayurvedic beauty and self-care brand focused on children aged 3–14. * The funding will be used to expand their portfolio, invest in R&D and venture into UAE and other GCC markets where demand for certified-safe and natural children’s products continues
Navratri Stories
On the ninth day of Navaratri, we celebrate Siddhidatri, the final form of the goddess Mahadevi. Her name holds the magic of her powers: “Siddhi” means extraordinary abilities, and “Dhatri” means one who gives. She is believed to grant all divine aspirations and make dreams come true. Inspired by Siddhidatri’
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In this exclusive virtual conversation with StartupTalky, Samira Gupta, Executive Presence, Leadership Communication & Life Coach, shares her personal and professional journey. She discusses the life lessons that enabled her career pivots, the essentials of executive presence, transformative practical strategies, and why leadership goes beyond titles. Gupta also elaborates on