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The 'hire-train-deploy' model is becoming increasingly popular, growing by 15% YoY, enabling startups to maintain agility in hiring and workforce development.

Since its inception, Alt Mobility has experienced rapid growth, deploying over 13,000 EVs and operating in more than 30 cities.

This week's deals highlight investor appetite for health savings platforms, instant groceries, luxury retail, AI storytelling, and rapid home service delivery.

At the core of Exponent's offering is a seamlessly integrated ecosystem: the e^pack (battery), e^pump (charger), and e^plug (connector), all designed to work together.

This week's top deals reveal where investors are placing bold bets in the startup ecosystem.

In 2025 so far, the sector saw only one deal, with Indigifts raising USD 57,600 in an angel round.

Simple Energy offers India's longest-range electric scooter, the Simple One (248 km/charge), featuring smart tech, in-house manufacturing, and nationwide reach, aiming to transform EV adoption and mobility.

From AI innovations to fintech powerhouses, these startups secured big investor bets this week.

Cygni's offerings are impressive, featuring advanced lithium-ion technology, customisable designs, and a robust battery management system (BMS) that prioritises safety, thermal control, and longevity.

By FY25, Shadowfax is focused on scaling same-day and next-day delivery services under Shadowfax Prime, expanding to major cities, and increasing pincode coverage.

This week new-age startups gain momentum with solid early-stage investments.

Since its inception in 2017, SpotDraft has been on a mission "to help legal teams move faster without sacrificing quality or compliance."

Since its inception in 2023, Neysa has launched three flagship products—Neysa Velocis (AI Acceleration Cloud System), Neysa Overwatch (observability and monitoring), and Neysa Aegis (security and governance for AI workloads).

Diverse Sectors See Fresh Capital Inflows

Stay updated on this week's most impressive startup fundings, the key investors involved, and the sectors that are drawing the most venture capital interest.

Tracking the top deals that shaped the startup funding landscape this week.

The Mumbai-based group comprises three distinct businesses: InCred Capital, an integrated institutional, wealth, and asset management platform; InCred Money, a digital investment platform catering to both B2C and B2B2C segments; and InCred Finance, its flagship lending arm.

Tracking the top deals that shaped the startup funding landscape this week.

Shark Tank-backed The Bear House is redefining men's style with bold confidence.

From silver minimalism to celebration sparkle, Kushal's is setting the gold standard in D2C jewellery retail.

Bengaluru-based brand's dermatologist-approved, multifunctional products are crafted to deliver results without irritating the skin—making them ideal for both first-time and seasoned users.

Diverse Sectors See Fresh Capital Inflows

EBITDA margins improved from 12% in 2023 to 16% in 2024, a 25% year-over-year gain.

Diverse Sectors See Fresh Capital Inflows

Varaha leverages carbon markets and climate-smart agriculture to help smallholder farmers reduce emissions, improve soil health, and earn income through nature-based solutions across India, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Kenya.

Startups across EVs, cybersecurity, entertainment, and climate tech secure major investments, signaling a strong week for innovation and growth.

RAS Luxury Skincare offers 100% natural products like face elixirs, serums, day creams, night creams, and lipsticks.

Founded in 2020 by Madhumita and Dinkar Agrawal, Oben Electric offers innovative electric motorcycles with in-house components, focusing on quality, performance, and urban mobility.

Key funding updates from thriving consumer and tech-driven startups

This Mother's Day, we salute the mompreneurs who prove that love, patience, and purpose can build both families and empires—reminding future entrepreneurs that it's never too late to begin.