VCs apply PMF filter on early-stage startups seeking follow-on funding
VCs apply PMF filter on early-stage startups seeking follow-on funding Synopsis India’s early-stage startups are facing funding scrutiny as risk-averse investors tighten their purse strings. As per a study, only 25% of seed-funded startups successfully secure Series A funding. This increased selectivity has led to a surge in startup shutdowns over the past year, with […]
Investors now prioritise value over hype for investments: Seafund’s Manoj Agarwal
Investors now prioritise value over hype for investments: Seafund’s Manoj Agarwal Explore the key trends, challenges, and opportunities in India’s start-up ecosystem as Manoj Agarwal shares invaluable insights on navigating the current funding landscape Manoj Agarwal, Co-founder and Managing Partner at Seafund was recently featured in a news article by @smefutures, where he shared […]
Call for sops to grow chip base
Call for sops to grow chip base In 2021, the Union cabinet had approved the programme for the development of semiconductors and display manufacturing ecosystem in India with an outlay of Rs 76,000 crore ($10 billion) Cluster development holds the key to the growth of the semiconductor sector in India as the industry seeks […]
Deeptech: The Next Big Thing
Deeptech: The Next Big Thing The panel explored deep tech’s transformative impact on industries, with leaders in space tech, motor systems and agriculture sharing insights on innovation, sustainability and future-focused investment strategies Deep tech is rapidly emerging as a transformative force across various sectors, promising to revolutionise industries and impact daily life. Innovations in […]
Green shoots of recovery sprout among start-ups amid funding woes, investors’ eye on niche players
Green shoots of recovery sprout among start-ups amid funding woes, investors’ eye on niche players Areas like quick commerce, enterprise tech, fintech, and cleantech are dominating the funding rounds so far in 2024, emerging areas such as space, AI, semiconductor are also starting to attract investor interest. The near collapse of Byju’s and the […]
Shifting focus: how VCs in India are turning to deep tech
Shifting focus: how VCs in India are turning to deep tech In the article, Narendra Bhandari of Seafund discusses the rising popularity of patient capital long-term investments—among deep tech investors in India. This trend supports the growth of sectors such as semiconductors, energy, and biosciences, considered the next wave of innovation. Seafund is concentrating on […]
No ‘angel tax’ for investors. How it will benefit startups?
No ‘angel tax’ for investors. How it will benefit startups? The angel tax, introduced through Section 56(2)(viib) of the Income Tax Act in 2012, required private companies to pay tax on the excess amount received for issuing shares beyond their fair market value. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the government will abolish the ‘angel […]
The Positive Influence of Union Budget 2024-25 on Indian Startups
The Positive Influence of Union Budget 2024-25 on Indian Startups The Union Budget 2024-25 has had a significant positive impact on Indian startups, fostering a supportive environment for growth and innovation. Here Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, in her seventh consecutive budget presentation, laid out a roadmap for India’s growth, aiming to shape a strong and […]
Startups, deeptech, sustainability: hits and misses of Interim Budget 2024
Startups, deeptech, sustainability: hits and misses of Interim Budget 2024 The interim Union Budget 2024 presents a mixed outcome for startups, deep tech, and sustainability. While it offers tax breaks and funding schemes, especially for green tech, direct support for deep tech innovations remains limited. Experts suggest that targeted measures could enhance the adoption of […]
Analyzing Sustainability Initiatives in India’s 2024 Interim Budget
Analyzing Sustainability Initiatives in India’s 2024 Interim Budget Under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi since 2014, India tackled formidable challenges with the ethos of ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas’. Structural reforms, pro-people programs, and enhanced employment opportunities invigorated the economy, fostering a renewed sense of purpose and hope, earning the government a […]