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Indian startups raised US$171 m this week — key sectors and what’s next

Indian startups raised approximately US$171 million this week, marking a clear uptick in funding activity after a sustained stretch of caution. This figure...

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Why smaller cities are becoming crucial for celebrity tours and promotions

Celebrity tours and film promotions are increasingly focused on smaller cities as filmmakers recognise their growing box office influence, expanding theatre penetration and...

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Why regional web series are gaining rapid popularity in Tier 2 markets

Regional web series are becoming one of the strongest growth drivers for streaming platforms in Tier 2 markets as local audiences look for...

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Auto sales boom in Punjab’s rural and semi urban belts and what it means for financing, servicing and small town entrepreneurs

The auto sales boom in Punjab’s rural and semi urban belts signals a major shift in demand outside metros. Rising incomes, strong festive...

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Returning tech talent to Mangaluru: how Tier-2 cities are becoming the next startup zones

The wave of professionals returning to Mangaluru is reshaping the city’s tech ecosystem, proving that Tier-2 cities can become vibrant startup zones. With...

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Double-digit auto growth in Punjab’s smaller cities: lessons for Tier-3 towns

The recent surge in auto sales across Punjab, especially in smaller cities and semi-urban belts, is creating a blueprint that Tier-3 towns and...

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How regional language influencers are powering the next wave of digital growth

Regional language influencers and the boom in smaller cities are reshaping India’s creator economy as vernacular content becomes central to how youth consume,...

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How renewable energy projects are taking root in non metro India

Energy transition in non metro India is gaining momentum as renewable projects expand into Tier 2 and Tier 3 towns. The main keyword...

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How real estate capital appreciation is rewriting Tier 2 city growth

Real estate capital appreciation in Tier 2 cities is accelerating growth from Mohali to Bhubaneswar as investors shift attention away from saturated metros....

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Rajasthan’s startup leap and what the iStart scheme means for smaller city innovators

Rajasthan’s startup leap through the iStart scheme is reshaping how innovators in smaller cities access funding, incubation and market support. The main keyword...

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