Author: Shashank Prakash

May 26, 2025 | Published by Startup by DOCIn just one week (May 19–24), Indian startups raised over $209 million, From 3D-printedrocket engines to robot revenue explosions, here are 10 spicy updates you don’t want tomiss. Top 10 Startup Headlines You Need to Know 1.Agnikul Cosmos Fires Up India’s First 3D-Printed Rocket EngineChennai-based space startup Agnikul Cosmos has successfully test-fired India’s first3D-printed, electric motor-driven semi-cryogenic rocket engine. Developed at their RocketFactory-1 in IIT Madras, this innovation marks a significant leap in cost-effective and rapidrocket manufacturing. 2.Apple to Launch First Bengaluru StoreApple is set to open its inaugural retail outlet in…

So you’re fired up. You’ve got an idea, a few friends backing you up, and maybe even a catchy name. You’re ready to change the world. But here’s the truth—the Indian startup ecosystem doesn’t care about your excitement. It only respects execution, obsession, and long-term grit. Let’s cut the fluff. If you’re planning to launch a startup in India, these are the real, no-BS truths you need to hear. 1. The Market Doesn’t Care About You—Solve a Real Problem Everyone wants to build the next Zomato, but 90% haven’t even spoken to 10 real users. Your startup doesn’t need to…

In startup ecosystems, the best founders don’t chase noise — they solve deep-rooted, often invisible problems. Data Sutram, a Kolkata-born location intelligence startup, just closed a $9 million Series A led by B Capital and Lightspeed, to do exactly that. Founded in 2018 by three IIT Kharagpur grads — Rajit Bhattacharya, Ankit Das, and Debayan Mukherjee — the company tackles a fundamental gap: access to structured, ground-level data in emerging markets. Where businesses in developed economies rely on clean datasets, companies in Tier 2 and Tier 3 regions often fly blind. Data Sutram fixes this by aggregating alternative data —…

By StartupByDoc | Brutal Truth Series 1. Ideas Are Cheap. Execution Is Blood, Sweat & Tears. Everyone’s got a billion-dollar idea in the shower. But unless you’re obsessed with daily execution, your idea is just vapor. Founders who win are the ones shipping product, building momentum, and solving real problems before breakfast. Naval says: “Play long-term games with long-term people.” Gary says: “Do the f***ing work.” Do both. 2. Your Talent Won’t Save You. Systems Will. You might be the smartest person in the room, but if your startup is riding on pure IQ and vibes, it’s already dead. Build…

May 2025 – Bangalore & San Francisco Alt Carbon just closed a $12 million seed round, led by Lachy Groom — a strong signal from someone who doesn’t back founders lightly. The round brings together a mix of returning believers and some of the most future-aware philanthropies and institutions in climate. It’s also India’s largest seed raise in the carbon removal space to date. And this is more than a check. This is a bet on a bold thesis: that climate tech doesn’t need to be reinvented in Silicon Valley alone. It can — and should — scale from places…

: Inspiring Youth Leadership at IIT Delhi New Delhi, Over 500 students, innovators, and industry leaders came together at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi on April 20 for the Youth Speak Forum (YSF) 2025, an exciting forum focused on youth leadership and sustainable development. Organized in collaboration with Academic Outreach & New Initiatives at IIT Delhi, the forum attracted over 50 college participants. The event promoted the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing quality education, decent work and economic growth, industry, innovation, and infrastructure, and responsible consumption and production. The one-day event included a series of motivational keynote…

By StartupByDoc | If there’s one word that will define the future of Indian startups, it’s AI. And leading the charge to put India on the global AI map is none other than Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In his recent speech at the India AI Mission Summit, PM Modi didn’t just talk about AI like another buzzword—he laid out a clear and ambitious roadmap. His vision? To make India not just a participant but a global leader in artificial intelligence. So, what does this mean for Indian startups? A lot, actually. Let’s break it down. India Is Betting Big on…

In a bold validation of India’s soaring creator economy, YouTube CEO Neal Mohan has revealed a landmark figure: over ₹21,000 crore has been paid to Indian creators in just the last three years. And YouTube isn’t stopping there. The tech giant has committed an additional ₹850 crore in investment, specifically to uplift and empower the next generation of Indian digital creators. This announcement underscores a seismic shift in India’s economy—from service-driven to creator-led. The Rise of India’s Creator Economy India’s creator ecosystem has evolved from being entertainment-focused to becoming a mainstream economic force. From finance educators and tech reviewers in…

By StartupByDoc Editorial Team | May 1, 2025 In a pivotal move that could reshape India’s semiconductor roadmap, the Adani Group has paused its discussions with Israeli chipmaker Tower Semiconductor over a proposed $10 billion semiconductor manufacturing project in Maharashtra. This development reflects the deep strategic deliberations underway as India aims to establish itself as a serious player in the global chip ecosystem. The Project Vision—and the Pause The Adani-Tower partnership was expected to create one of India’s largest semiconductor fabrication units, capable of producing over 80,000 wafers per month. With an estimated 5,000 direct and indirect jobs, the project…

In 2025, startups no longer succeed on great products alone. Today’s market rewards not just what you build, but how loudly and authentically you tell your story. In the world of venture capital, talent wars, and hyper-digital noise, every startup founder in India must become a content creator. From boardrooms to Instagram reels, the battleground for influence has shifted. And in that shift, lies a powerful opportunity. The Rise of Founder-Led Content The explosion of platforms like LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, and X (formerly Twitter) has reshaped how founders connect with the world. Your brand is no longer limited to pitch…