Oman ports emerge as India's gateway to West Asia, AfricaIndia's CEPA agreement with Oman is officially in motion, turning ports such as Sohar, Salalah, and Duqm into strategic hubs for Indian com...
05 Jun, 2026, 11.54 PM IST
RBI's inflation forecast signals 1-2 rate hikes in coming months: ExpertsExperts anticipate one to two rate hikes in the coming months following the RBI's increased inflation forecast, despite keeping the policy ...
05 Jun, 2026, 03.43 PM IST
80% of Indian small businesses grew in 2025, surpassing Asia-Pacific average of 63%: CPA Australia SurveyRising costs remained the main challenge for such businesses in 2025, says the survey.
04 Jun, 2026, 11.48 AM IST
MPC's repo rate pause will help stabilise growth: SBI chairmanState Bank of India Chairman CS Setty anticipates a Reserve Bank of India interest rate pause to foster stable growth. He highlighted India...
03 Jun, 2026, 04.47 PM IST
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
India's MSME growth remains concentrated despite expansion in credit and formalisation: ReportThe study highlights the geography of MSME growth in India and calls for more balanced, targeted expansion of enterprise activity and forma...
03 Jun, 2026, 11.50 AM IST
No Santa for exporters this Christmas: Iran war disrupts supply chains, stretches transit times to 60 days, threatens marginsIndian exporters say longer shipping routes, rising input costs, and delayed payment cycles are squeezing margins and putting pressure on d...
03 Jun, 2026, 11.14 AM IST
India’s shipping services to East Hormuz and Red Sea doubled from FebruaryShipping routes East of Hormuz and in the Red Sea have seen a significant increase in services. The Indian government is also processing a ...
01 Jun, 2026, 09.52 PM IST
Banks sanction Rs 35,000 cr loans under ECLGS to MSMEs to deal with West Asia crisisBanks have disbursed Rs 35,000 crore in loans under the Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme. This initiative supports MSMEs and industri...
01 Jun, 2026, 04.16 PM IST
Centre signs agreement with ISRO, rolls out new water research initiativesIndia is boosting water resource management through a new pact between the Ministry of Jal Shakti and ISRO. This collaboration will leverag...
01 Jun, 2026, 02.04 PM IST
West Asia heat may soon scorch banks' booksIndian banks anticipate asset quality stress from the second quarter due to the West Asia conflict. Rising fuel prices will reduce consumer...
01 Jun, 2026, 01.06 AM IST
BRICS nations discuss technology access, innovation support for MSMEs under India's chairshipIndia's leadership in this working group highlights a commitment to fostering resilient and competitive MSME sectors across BRICS economies.
30 May, 2026, 10.04 AM IST
Iran war: Public sector banks asked to stay preparedPublic sector banks received guidance from the Centre to prepare for global uncertainties. The finance ministry reviewed bank performance a...
29 May, 2026, 11.41 PM IST
Indian small businesses record strongest growth since COVID in 2025: CPA Australia surveyIndian small businesses saw their best growth in 2025 since the pandemic. Four out of five firms expanded, with strong expectations for 202...
28 May, 2026, 05.48 PM IST
Small businesses record strongest growth since Covid despite rising cost pressures: ReportDespite strong confidence, rising costs, particularly for materials, remain a significant challenge. Younger entrepreneurs are driving tran...
28 May, 2026, 03.34 PM IST
Drip Capital partners with YES BANK to boost trade finance access for MSMEsThis collaboration combines Drip Capital's digital platform with YES BANK's banking infrastructure to address the credit gap, offering fast...
26 May, 2026, 12.30 PM IST
MSMEs will drive Andhra's economic shift: CM NaiduThe state aims to create 100 unicorns and support women entrepreneurs, with initiatives including startup promotion and strengthening indus...
25 May, 2026, 05.43 PM IST