Inc42 Spotlights 30 Indian Startups That Caught Its Eye In September 2026

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Inc42 has released its "30 Startups To Watch" list for September 2026, highlighting early-stage ventures across AI, deeptech, spacetech, and EVs. The Indian startup ecosystem saw resilient funding in September, with major rounds from Pixxel and Ultraviolette Automotive, despite an overall dip from August. Frontier technologies continued to attract significant capital. Government support for deeptech also grew, with new funds and initiatives aimed at boosting innovation. The list features startups in diverse sectors, from AI agents to defence technology.