How the Gig Workforce Powers India’s Most Valuable Startups in 2025
India’s startup ecosystem, with 1.57 lakh DPIIT-recognized startups and 119 unicorns valued at $385 billion as of February 2025, is a global powerhouse, projected to birth 240,000 startups by 2030. The gig economy, with 12 million workers in FY25 and expected to reach 23.5 million by 2029–30 (4.1% of India’s workforce), is a critical driver of this growth, enabling startups…
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How the Gig Workforce Powers India’s Most Valuable Startups in 2025
India’s startup ecosystem, with 1.57 lakh DPIIT-recognized startups and 119 unicorns valued at $385 billion as of February 2025, is a global powerhouse, projected to birth 240,000 startups by 2030. The gig economy, with 12 million workers in FY25 and expected to reach 23.5 million by 2029–30 (4.1% of India’s…
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How the Gig Workforce Powers India’s Most Valuable Startups in 2025
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Why Indian Startups Need Corporate Governance in 2025: Complete Guide
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