Angel and seed-stage funding in India continued to decline in the first half of 2025, with startups raising approximately $3 billion across nearly 1,500 deals. This marks a further drop from 2024 levels, reflecting increasing caution among early-stage investors amid global economic uncertainty. Investors are prioritizing sustainable business models and clear unit economics over rapid growth. The pullback suggests a shift toward more selective capital deployment, potentially slowing innovation but paving the way for stronger, more resilient startups in the long term.