Zappfresh in talks for majority stake in GM FoodsZappfresh is in discussions to acquire a majority stake in GM Foods. This move aims to expand Zappfresh's product offerings. The company is...
06 May, 2026, 08.22 AM IST
Indian ports turning into logistics and industrial hubs, shipping secretary tells investors in SingaporeIndia's ports are becoming major logistics hubs. Cargo capacity has doubled and will reach 3,500 million tonnes per annum by 2030. The nati...
22 Apr, 2026, 05.33 PM IST
Liquidity unlocked, access denied: With rating rules, how TReDS leaves most MSMEs behindDespite the government’s TReDS push, experts say the RBI’s move to ease onboarding lacks clarity as credit ratings continue to be a key bot...
15 Apr, 2026, 10.45 AM IST
Bankers welcome RBI’s calibrated stance, regulatory stepsBankers have praised the Reserve Bank's decision to maintain current interest rates. This move, alongside specific industry adjustments, is...
08 Apr, 2026, 10.14 PM IST
India’s ‘thin-file’ SMEs need smarter risk models, not more paperwork: Rubix Data Sciences’ Mohan RamaswamyAlternative data and benchmarking are helping lenders assess companies with limited disclosures, says Mohan Ramaswamy, Founder and CEO, Rub...
02 Apr, 2026, 11.02 AM IST
Bihar govt to introduce Time of Day tariff for power consumers from April 1Bihar is rolling out a Time of Day (ToD) electricity tariff from April 1 for smart meter users. Expect higher charges during evening peak h...
25 Mar, 2026, 09.23 PM IST
Budget 2026: TReDS-anchored liquidity to drive structural shift in MSME working capital access, say stakeholdersThe Budget’s push to SMEs through equity support and TReDS-anchored liquidity signals a structural shift in MSME working capital access, sa...
02 Feb, 2026, 02.57 PM IST
India Inc extends its hand to the differently abledIndia Inc is enhancing inclusivity by increasing hiring of people with disabilities in manufacturing, implementing safety and accessibility...
30 Nov, 2024, 12.24 AM IST
India Inc sets sights on PwDs for shop floorIndia Inc is increasing the hiring of people with disabilities in manufacturing to promote inclusivity and innovation. Companies like Godre...
29 Nov, 2024, 09.40 PM IST
How innovative solutions can help fix the Sec 43B conundrum for MSMEsThe amendment mandates adherence to payment deadlines of 45 days by the corporates to clear dues of MSMEs to avoid additional tax burdens.
23 Mar, 2024, 08.06 PM IST
How new TReDS proposals by RBI will incentivise MSMEs, strengthen bill discountingTo boost the MSME sector, it was crucial to offer them timely finance irrespective of the loan ticket size, keeping in mind their ability t...
23 Feb, 2023, 10.44 AM IST
Direct selling industry grows 7.7% to Rs 18,067 cr in FY21: ReportThe Annual Survey 2020-21 revealed that employment in the direct selling industry has also increased. The total number of active direct sel...
31 Mar, 2022, 05.59 PM IST
The big owe: How do you fix Rs 5-lakh crore in dues? Strengthen TReDSTo tackle the humongous level of unpaid dues, the Trade Receivable Discounting System (TReDS), an online bill discounting platform, was mea...
30 Jun, 2020, 01.07 PM IST
US visa policies make it harder for startups to hire foreign born PhDs: Cornell studyThis study investigated differences between 2,324 foreign and US PhDs from US research universities.
07 Aug, 2019, 01.52 PM IST
Hyderabad-based ACE Experiences takes initiative to employ persons with disabilitiesACE says it has placed about 70 people in companies such as Aegis, Prasad Corp., Kantar IT, Rockwell Industries and SAP India in the last f...
09 Sep, 2014, 03.25 AM IST
- Dharampal Satyapal Group to invest Rs 150 crore for foraying into confectionery business
Dharampal Satyapal Group, today said plans to invest Rs 150 crore for its foray into confectionery segment.
03 Apr, 2012, 04.28 PM IST
- FMCG companies reaching out to users far & wide
India has around 6mn households that are considered to be ‘rich’ and spend more than $28 bn per year.
29 Dec, 2009, 12.03 AM IST