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The latest coverage of India's startup ecosystem — 40 stories from 11 sources, each linking straight to the publisher.

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Mint

MSMEs and startups: converging for growth

As the boundaries between innovation, scale and production blur, India needs an ecosystem that combines the strengths of startups and traditional businesses.

Businesslivemint.com
Inc42

Indian Startup IPO Tracker 2026

As per Inc42 data, 29 startups have already filed their DRHPs, while another 25 are in various stages of finalising their IPO plans.

Startupsinc42.com
YourStory

Amazon adds 176 facilities ahead of India’s festive rush

The four Indian startups selected for the inaugural cohort are applying AI, satellite intelligence, remote sensing and drones to challenges ranging from sustainable agriculture and agroforestry to carbon removal and biodiversity.

Startupsyourstory.com
YourStory

[Weekly funding roundup Sept 5-11] VC inflow doubles this week

Indian startup funding doubled to $392M this week, with Pixxel, Popo Global, and Nua among the biggest deals. Spacetech, restaurants, and women’s wellness drew investor interest, while Series A startups accounted for $104M of the funding.

Startupsyourstory.com
Mint

Unlocking India’s next wave of startup investment

Grants and angel funding are powering deeptech’s start, while public markets are opening up its end; corporates, diaspora and growth capital must fill the gaps in between.

Businesslivemint.com