Over 60% of pharma MSMEs yet to comply with updated manufacturing normsPharma industry officials say the revised Schedule M regulations could require Rs 10-15 crore per facility in upgrades, while talent shorta...
03 Jun, 2026, 12.32 PM IST
A 1% problem that can derail India’s factory lines as tiny screws throw big tantrumsA recent analysis highlights that stringent regulations on fasteners, a seemingly minor expense, are leading to significant production hurd...
06 May, 2026, 12.31 PM IST
Compliance squeeze, global scrutiny redefine India’s $30 billion pharma export playbookAs global markets prioritise quality and regulatory trust, India’s pharma sector is recalibrating beyond its traditional cost advantage.
01 May, 2026, 11.26 AM IST
India–New Zealand $20 billion FTA: List of sectors set to gain ground as the deal kicks inIndia and New Zealand have signed a Free Trade Agreement. This pact offers zero-duty access for most Indian exports. Key sectors like texti...
28 Apr, 2026, 06.46 PM IST
Beyond wage protest: Bureaucracy, compliance burden strain Noida-Greater Noida MSMEsIndustry stakeholders say legacy bureaucratic systems and entrenched administrative practices are undermining MSMEs’ momentum in the region.
16 Apr, 2026, 10.30 AM 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
Single-window system, project dashboard accelerate industrialisation in Odisha: IPICOL MDReforms streamline processes without diluting safeguards, says Aboli Sunil Naravane, MD, IPICOL
13 Apr, 2026, 10.36 AM IST
As India's MSME sector matures, IDBI Bank's Sumit Phakka says the lending framework must keep paceIndia's small businesses are now driving economic growth. New government budgets are boosting MSME financing and support. Digital tools are...
08 Apr, 2026, 03.52 PM IST
Complex rules a hurdle for MSMEs, says Gauba Panel; Gives 38-pt agendaA high-level committee has proposed 38 reforms for India's MSME sector, environmental rules, FSSAI, and BIS. Key proposals include simplify...
22 Oct, 2025, 05.30 AM IST
Regulatory overload: MSMEs face Rs 13 lakh yearly compliance costs, over 1,000 regulations and high jail risk, says reportTeamLease Regtech’s latest report highlights that a single manufacturing unit of an MSME is required to adhere to 998 unique obligations, t...
10 Jul, 2025, 12.33 PM IST
Payment woes, compliance burden hampering export potential of MSME e-commerce: ExpertsTo streamline export reconciliation, industry leaders emphasised that EDPMS, DPMS, and RBI must communicate more frequently with one anothe...
03 Jul, 2025, 12.18 PM IST
Excessive data regulation can impede business expansion of MSMEs, says surveyMost respondents highlight the importance of targeted advertising, expressing concerns about losing ad targeting capabilities on platforms ...
12 Mar, 2025, 03.37 PM IST
IRIS Business shares in focus on signing MoU with Goa governmentIRIS Business share price: IRIS Business Services has collaborated with the Department of Industries, Trade & Commerce, Government of Goa, ...
20 Feb, 2025, 09.47 AM IST
Merger & Acquisition rules for small cos may be relaxed to ease complianceThe MSME and corporate affairs ministries are considering easing M&A rules and reducing compliance requirements for smaller enterprises. Pr...
19 Feb, 2025, 12.03 AM IST
MSMEs demand centralised, single window system for licences and registrationCertain sections of MSMEs are urging the Indian government to establish a single-window compliance and registration system, simplifying the...
21 Feb, 2024, 12.53 PM IST
From new classification to a separate division in the Ministry, India’s micro-MSMEs need differentiated supportAs India aims to become a $5 trillion economy by 2026, it has never been more critical than now to expand support to the MSME sector, and p...
02 Jul, 2023, 09.53 AM IST
Budget 2017 – energising entrepreneurshipThe MSMEs today continue to deal with core business challenges including high interest costs, ability to raise adequate working capital, an...
28 Jan, 2017, 12.54 PM IST