730 Indian Startups Failed in 2025: Major Shutdowns
2025 saw 730 Indian startups shut down, including big names like Dunzo and BluSmart. Explore the reasons behind the failures and what it means for the ecosystem. Read the full analysis.
2025 saw 730 Indian startups shut down, including big names like Dunzo and BluSmart. Explore the reasons behind the failures and what it means for the ecosystem. Read the full analysis.
Indian startup Speed raises $8 million from Tether and Ego Death Capital to build a global Lightning Network payment infrastructure, aiming to make instant, low-cost transactions a reality.
Dhruv Amin and Marcus Lowe shut their profitable startup to bet on AI. Their new company, Anything, is now valued at $100 million. Discover their incredible journey.
An Indian-origin startup CEO alleges a $3 million extortion plot using stolen data. In travel, West Bengal outranks Goa & Kerala for foreign tourists. Read the latest updates.
Explore the fascinating journey of the word 'speed', from its Old English roots meaning prosperity to its modern tyranny. Discover why our culture celebrates velocity over direction. Read more!
Pune-based deep-tech startup Quintrans, founded by four MIT-WPU engineers, raises $750K pre-seed funding. The capital will fuel R&D and expansion of their indigenous linear motion systems.
Sophrosyne Technologies, a health-tech semiconductor startup, sets up its R&D centre in Udupi, Karnataka. It raised $2M seed funding, plans to expand its team to over 50. Read more about this Silicon Beach expansion.
Chandigarh's Empowered Committee approves guidelines for the Chandigarh Startup Policy, clearing a ₹25 crore fund. The move aims to boost local entrepreneurship and create jobs. Learn about the key benefits and application process.
MUIT inaugurates a new incubation centre in Noida to support early-stage startups with mentorship, funding, and infrastructure. Discover how this hub fuels innovation.
Indian tech startups raised $10.5B in 2025, a 17% YoY decline. However, IPO exits surged 17% and acquisitions rose, signaling a maturing, resilient ecosystem. Read the full analysis.
A photo of a bride fixing a critical bug minutes after her ceremony went viral, dividing the internet. Explore the intense debate on startup dedication vs. personal boundaries it ignited.
MoEngage raises $180M more in Series F, total hits $280M. Funds to boost AI suite Merlin, expand in North America, Europe, and eye acquisitions. Read more.
Rejected on Shark Tank India, DACBY rebuilt its business model, achieved profitability, and scaled to over 1 lakh customers. Discover their remarkable turnaround story.
Chandigarh has 633 DPIIT-recognised startups, creating 6,260 jobs. MP Tewari questions delay in local startup policy. Read the full analysis of the city's entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Chennai-based pet food startup Right4Paws closes Rs 14 crore Series A funding from HNIs. Funds to fuel manufacturing, new products, and pan-India distribution in the Rs 5,000 crore market. Read more.
Kerala Startup Mission partners with Germany's NXTGN Startup Factory, unlocking a €1bn fund for 300 deep-tech ventures. A talent pipeline and job boom await. Read more.
Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh declares state as Speed of Doing Business ambassador, credits CM Naidu for Rs 20 lakh crore investments. Read about the state's decentralized growth model and job creation plans.
As India's Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project advances with Japanese collaboration, crucial lessons on debt and development emerge from Jakarta's experience. Read the analysis.
Uttar Pradesh nurtures a thriving startup culture with over 18,500 active ventures, 8,000 led by women. Discover how state policies are fueling this growth across all 75 districts.
ACT Fibernet unveils new SmartWiFi broadband plans across 30+ Indian cities, offering speeds from 50 Mbps to 1 Gbps and bundled OTT subscriptions. Plans start at just Rs 499. Upgrade your internet today!
IShowSpeed's viral 'Speed Does America' tour led to his Streamer of the Year win at the 2025 Streamer Awards. Watch the ceremony on QTCinderella's Twitch.
Speed limits reduced on Noida & Yamuna Expressways from Dec 15 to Feb 15 due to fog. Light vehicles now 75kmph, heavy vehicles 60/50kmph. Stay safe, follow advisories.
Donald Trump approves rule allowing low-speed electric NEVs on US roads. This move could open new opportunities for Indian EV manufacturers eyeing the American market. Read more.
Uttar Pradesh's 15th Vande Bharat Express begins commercial runs on December 9, linking Gomtinagar and Saharanpur with 7 stops. Discover the route, schedule, and how it boosts state connectivity.
Pune traffic police increase speed limit to 40 kmph on a key bypass stretch after public feedback. The change follows a fatal accident and initial 30 kmph cap. Read for details.
Chennai-based underwater robotics startup Planys secures Rs 100 crore funding to expand globally and commercialise defence products. Read about its AUVs, ROVs, and new production facility.
The Pune-Nashik semi-high-speed rail project has been realigned to protect the GMRT observatory. The new route will connect Pune, Ahilyanagar, Shirdi, and Nashik. Details inside.
Railways unveils revised alignment for Nashik-Pune high-speed corridor, connecting via Shirdi and Chakan. DPR ready, ₹8,970 crore sanctioned for key stretch. Boosts tourism and industry.
Researchers from NIT Silchar and Nirma University create Spherical Cap Studs, a new speed control solution that cuts discomfort by 45.57% while maintaining safety. Read about this DST-funded innovation.
Govt data reveals 6,385 recognised startups are closed, with Maharashtra leading. Despite closures, the sector has generated over 21 lakh direct jobs, highlighting its resilience.