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Manjhi releases 1,000 crore under PM job scheme to support 11,333 micro enterprisesMicro, Small & Medium Enterprises minister Jitan Ram Manjhi announced the release of ₹1,000 crore in subsidy. This funding aims to support ...
Brands need to shift to ‘Bharat-first’ strategy as digital usage growsTo effectively connect with rural customers, brands should embrace a 'Bharat-first' advertising philosophy. Digital channels are increasing...
Union Cabinet approves Rs 7,395 crore for PM Viksit Gram Swaraj YojanaUnion Cabinet has allocated Rs 7,395 crore for the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Gram Swaraj Yojana. This scheme will promote local-level capacity ...
AI an economic equaliser, tech at its best when inclusive, democratic: Google India's Preeti LobanaPreeti Lobana from Google India emphasises the transformative power of AI for small and medium businesses. She highlights the importance of...
AI an economic equaliser, tech at its best when inclusive, democratic: Google India's Preeti LobanaGoogle underscores the pivotal role of artificial intelligence in promoting economic equality and inclusivity among businesses. Preeti Loba...
Kirana stores make room for new generation FMCG brands as they muscle past legacy giantsIndia's kirana market has seen new-age consumer brands expand their market share to nearly 22%. This increase has impacted the dominance of...
US to get a 51st state soon? Illinois to vote on November 3 to separate from Chicago; key points to knowResidents of Illinois are preparing to vote on a proposal seeking to explore separation from Cook County. Advocacy groups highlight concern...
NBFCs curb fresh loans in rural markets as weak monsoon raises repayment risksIndia's leading non-bank lenders like Shriram Finance and Bajaj Finance are limiting new lending in drought-affected regions. The lenders a...
Free NEET, JEE coaching for 200 students in Maharashtra's Nanded amid droughtThe Nanded district administration in Maharashtra will provide free coaching for NEET, JEE and CET entrance examinations to 200 meritorious...
Meet Ryan Deiss, who started an online business with just $500 in 1999; how he built DigitalMarketer and grew his digital marketing empireRyan Deiss was an 18-year-old freshman at the University of Texas at Austin in 1999. He started building basic websites for clients who wer...
AI adoption rises sharply among US small businesses, but technical expertise remains key challenge: Goldman SachsAI adoption among rural small business owners has significantly increased, reaching 80% in 2026. Despite this growth, a lack of technical e...
A Colorado family spent over 100 years raising cattle and growing crops on 10,000 acres; then 30 wind turbines added another income stream to their ranchThe Kochis family revitalized their historic ranch, creating the Rush Creek Wind Farm while preserving their farming legacy. Featuring 30 w...
Lenskart, Meesho among top picks as value retail leads India's consumption story: Siddhartha KhemkaValue-focused retail formats are growing, while premium categories experience challenges due to stock availability issues. Recent demand fl...
Periodic Labour Force Survey to expand coverage to capture unpaid household, volunteers from January 2027From January 2027, the Periodic Labour Force Survey will include unpaid household activities and digital platform workers. New questions wi...
GTPL Hathway begins publishing TV viewership data from 10,000+ set-top boxesGTPL Hathway has introduced audience viewership data for TV channels through its set-top boxes across various markets. This is an industry ...
India's exports to Germany could cross $50 billion by 2030: ASSOCHAMASSOCHAM said the potential for expanding market access, investment and business partnerships between India and Germany. It said the two co...
RBI flags rising inflation risks from West Asia conflict, El Nino despite resilient Indian economyIndia's external sector shows resilience due to a narrowing trade gap and comfortable foreign exchange reserves. Inflationary pressures hav...
PLFS set for fresh overhaul, govt seeks public & expert opinion on upcoming new thingsThe National Statistics Office (NSO), which has conducted the PLFS since 2017, plans to introduce the modifications from January 2027, when...
India’s labour survey to soon include platform workers and unpaid household workIndia will update its Periodic Labour Force Survey starting January 2027 to enhance data collection. The modified sampling design aims to i...
NABVENTURES plans Rs 30-70 crore bets on growth-stage firms in Fund IINABVENTURES aims to invest ₹30-70 crore per company in agriculture, rural financial services, and climate solutions. The venture capital ar...