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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.

The below startups secured the highest funding this week, leading the charts from May 03 to May 09.

The survey, conducted with over 1,300 women entrepreneurs aged 18–55, revealed that 86% remain disconnected from entrepreneurial networks—denying them critical peer support and mentorship opportunities.

COLUXE, founded by Priyanka Gill in 2025, offers sustainable, high-quality lab-grown diamonds with AI-powered customisation, targeting the growing demand for ethical fine jewelry.

Diverse Sectors See Fresh Capital Inflows

Focusing on bridal and milestone jewelry, Lucira offers signature solitaires, bespoke engagement rings, eternity bands, and versatile designs for everyday wear. The brand has also introduced five exclusive diamond cuts, each designed to maximise light and emotion.

This forward-looking collaboration is set to provide industry-aligned AI training to 20,000 women learners across Tier-II and Tier-III towns in six Indian states.

Here is a list of the startups that have raised the most money this week, from April 12 to April 18.

Neha Singh, CEO of Tracxn, built a global private market intelligence platform using tech-driven insights, AI, and data, scaling it to 850+ clients with a strong focus on innovation and inclusion.

Accel, Blume Ventures, and Sequoia Capital led overall. 100X.VC, Venture Catalysts, and Antler dominated seed-stage, while Accel, Alteria Capital, and Peak XV led early-stage. Think Investments, M&G, and Mars Growth Capital topped late-stage deals.

Salesforce's report reveals 100% of Indian development teams use or plan to use AI for code, 91% aim to adopt AI agents soon, and 92% see them as essential development tools.

Diverse Sectors See Fresh Capital Inflows

Among key findings, 2022 emerged as a standout year with a record USD 749 million invested—nearly 40% of the five-year total. However, funding saw a dip to USD 269 million in 2024, indicating a cautious investor sentiment amid global economic headwinds.

Diverse Sectors See Fresh Capital Inflows

As the new financial year begins, Villgro has announced that its innovative financing solutions, developed in collaboration with partner organisations, have enabled 106 women micro-entrepreneurs to secure business loans.

AI is transforming BFSI with enhanced efficiency, risk assessment, and financial inclusion. However, managing bias, security, and regulations is crucial. A balanced approach with automation and human oversight will shape AI's future.

Here is a list of the startups that have raised the most money this week, from March 21 to March 28.

Startups that master the art of pivoting—driven by data, market feedback, and strategic foresight—are the ones that thrive. Adaptability isn't just survival; it's the foundation for long-term innovation and success.

The journey from being a successful local player to a thriving global entity involves various challenges, including market entry strategies, cultural adaptation, and regulatory hurdles.

Diverse Sectors See Fresh Capital Inflows

India's startup funding landscape is evolving, with VCs prioritising sustainable growth. Debt is emerging as a strategic tool, and sectors like fintech, quick commerce, and AI are driving the next wave of unicorns.

Top VCs decode the evolving early-stage investment landscape, sharing insights on fundraising, founder traits, sector trends, and the path to sustainable growth.

Vecmocon offers advanced Battery Management Systems, EV chargers, Vehicle Intelligence Modules, and secure Firmware Over-the-Air solutions, integrating cutting-edge hardware and software to enhance India's EV ecosystem and global e-mobility innovation.