Tag Archives: Innovation

India’s Startup Goldmine at Risk — Why a Data-Driven Reform Agenda Is No Longer Optional

The Stakes Are High India has built a phenomenal forward momentum in its startup ecosystem. According to independent analysis, the country now ranks third globally in terms of tech-startup funding. The flagship initiative Startup India (launched 2016) has recognised tens of thousands of new ventures and contributed to a booming deep-tech, digital economy. And yet …

Igniting India’s Deep Tech Revolution: Are IP-Driven Startups Ready to Lead Globally?

India’s deep tech ecosystem is surging, with over 3,600 startups leveraging cutting-edge technologies like AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology to address global challenges. As of 2025, these ventures, often rooted in intellectual property (IP) creation, have raised $10 billion over the past five years, cementing India as the sixth-largest deep tech hub globally. Yet, despite …

Unleashing India’s Startup Potential: Key Research Topics to Explore the Dynamic Ecosystem

India’s startup ecosystem, the third-largest globally, is a vibrant hub of innovation, with over 1.57 lakh startups and 100+ unicorns as of December 2024. Fueled by a young, tech-savvy population, government initiatives like Startup India, and $141 billion in funding from 2014 to mid-2023, the ecosystem is poised for exponential growth. However, challenges like regulatory …

5 Impactful Ways Government-Backed Funds Are Shaping Early-Stage Startups in India

India’s startup ecosystem, backed by government funds, has emerged as a global standout with over 1.57 lakh recognized startups by December 2024. A key driver behind this growth is the strategic deployment of funds to support early-stage ventures. With initiatives like the Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS) and a new Rs 10,000 crore Fund …