In a remarkable fundraising week, 29 Indian startups raised more than $704 million across fintech, agritech and deep-tech segments, with Bengaluru again emerging as the epicentre. Investors are increasingly betting on enterprise AI platforms, health-tech and blockchain applications, while global investors seek exposure to India’s large domestic market. While valuations remain elevated, funding momentum signals confidence in the innovation ecosystem. Analysts caution that execution remains critical, and startups must deliver scale and profitability to justify capital inflows in a year of macroprudential tightening.