Banks flag bad loans, rising fraud in SHGsBanks are flagging increased fraud and loan defaults within self-help groups. To combat this, lenders are suggesting mandatory unique regis...
03 Jun, 2026, 12.18 AM IST
Post Naxalism: Amit Shah launches first public service centre inside Chhattisgarh security camp18 May, 2026, 03.44 PM IST
India, IFAD launch new programme to strengthen rural economyIndia has teamed up with the International Fund for Agricultural Development to introduce a transformative eight-year program, slated for 2...
12 May, 2026, 11.06 PM IST
Tamil Nadu Polls: Focus on Vijay's poll promises; TVK assured 8 gm gold for womenActor Vijay's new party TVK is poised to lead in Tamil Nadu elections. His manifesto includes significant promises like gold for marriages ...
04 May, 2026, 07.36 PM IST
BJP Tamil Nadu manifesto: From free LPG to Rs 2000/month for women, here are all promisesThe Bharatiya Janata Party has unveiled its manifesto for the Tamil Nadu assembly polls. The party is focusing on women voters with promise...
22 Apr, 2026, 06.45 PM IST
Women voters now India’s most decisive political force, reservation only a matter of timeWomen are increasingly influencing Indian elections. Their voter turnout has surged, surpassing men in recent polls. This electoral power i...
19 Apr, 2026, 11.24 PM IST
J-K: Border areas in Rajouri see major infrastructure boost as new roads, bridges transform connectivityThe border sub-division of Nowshera in Rajouri district is witnessing a significant wave of development, particularly in road, bridge conne...
19 Apr, 2026, 09.49 AM IST
TN polls: Vijay announces Rs 2,500 monthly assistance, 8 gm gold for womenTVK chief Vijay unveiled his party's manifesto for the upcoming Assembly polls, pledging Rs 2,500 monthly aid for women and 8 grams of gold...
16 Apr, 2026, 06.33 PM IST
NBCFDC logs highest ever disbursement of Rs 613.75 crore in FY26: GovtThe National Backward Classes Finance and Development Corporation recorded its highest-ever disbursement of Rs 613.75 crore in FY 2025-26. ...
15 Apr, 2026, 09.50 PM IST
NABARD launches Rs 2.62 lakh crore credit plan for Delhi; proposes ‘nano, mini’ units to boost MSME accessThe plan emphasises inclusive credit planning and tailored development pathways for balanced growth across the National Capital Territory.
14 Apr, 2026, 10.15 AM IST
Telangana govt to empower women SHGs, aims to make 1 cr 'crorepatis'Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy has announced a support initiative for women SHGs, facilitating the establishment of rice mills and other faci...
09 Mar, 2025, 10.35 AM IST
Tripura: 90,000 more women to be 'lakhpati' through SHGs by 2024-end, says CM"Our SHGs are doing excellent work in boosting the rural economy in association with credit linkage from various banks. So far, the banks h...
28 Nov, 2023, 10.18 PM IST
Centre launches initiative for women associated with SHGs to earn Rs 1 lakh per year"The focus will be on diversifying livelihood activities at the household level to realise the goal of an annual income Rs 1 lakh," the min...
30 Oct, 2021, 04.24 PM IST
- Chhattisgarh government reduces interest rate on loan for women SHGs
Chhattisgarh government has reduced the rate of interest on business loans given to women self-help groups (SHGs) from 6.5 per cent to 3 pe...
16 Apr, 2013, 06.06 PM IST
- Bihar witnessing silent revolution through SHGs : Minister
Buoyed by the success of the SHGs, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar emphasised on expanding the base of such women groups for economic empowerme...
10 Mar, 2013, 07.32 PM IST
- AP plans NBFC to lend at subsidised rates to SHGs
Andhra Pradesh plans to set up a non-banking finance company (NBFC) to lend at subsidised rates to self-help groups (SHGs).
22 Jun, 2011, 01.48 AM IST
- West Bengal leads in micro savings of SHGs
West Bengal is known for mobilising the highest number of small savings accounts. Living up to the reputation, the state has maintained its...
06 Jan, 2010, 01.47 PM IST