India targets 10-fold clean fuel output jump in next 5-10 years to curb importsIndia aims for a tenfold increase in compressed biogas production over the next decade. The government plans to address supply chain uncert...
11 Aug, 2026, 07.14 PM IST
For MSMEs, compliance is becoming a test of operational readiness, not just paperworkMSMEs often have filings in place, but they struggle with contractor compliance, licence renewals, workplace safety, and inspection readine...
11 Aug, 2026, 01.14 PM IST
Govt says youth unemployment rate declined to 9.9% in 2025 from 10.9% in 2022India's youth unemployment rate fell to 9.9 percent in 2025 from 10.9 percent in 2022. The worker population ratio for young people increas...
10 Aug, 2026, 02.30 PM IST
Defence stocks: Time to change strategy? 18 stocks with downside and upside potential from minus 26% to plus 26%When a stock remains in the red for several months, investors naturally begin questioning the investment. Imagine a shipbuilder remaining w...
09 Aug, 2026, 02.37 PM IST
Household savings rise to 21.7% of GDP in FY25: GovtHousehold savings increased to 21.7 percent of GDP in 2024-25. Government and RBI measures aim to boost incomes and financial security. RBI...
04 Aug, 2026, 06.14 PM IST
Rajya Sabha clears MSME bill to fast-track payment disputes amid Opposition protestsThe Rajya Sabha approved the MSME Development Amendment Bill, 2026, on Monday. This legislation aims to expedite delayed payment dispute re...
03 Aug, 2026, 05.34 PM IST
A decade of inclusion: How GeM is transforming public procurement for women entrepreneurs in IndiaGeM's Womaniya initiative has empowered over 200,000 women entrepreneurs in public procurement. This program has dismantled barriers, enabl...
02 Aug, 2026, 03.00 PM IST
DLI 2.0 to widen financing options for chip design companiesThe Design-linked Incentive scheme's second edition may offer significant financial support. Eligible startups and MSMEs could receive seed...
01 Aug, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
What the ET SME Summit shows about building brand influence in India's MSME economyThe ET SME Summit demonstrates how reputed editorial ecosystems help brands gain credibility, influence decision-makers and create lasting ...
31 Jul, 2026, 12.18 PM IST
India-EU FTA includes dedicated framework to address CBAM concerns, says commerce officialIn the India-European Union free trade agreement, a proactive framework for a carbon border adjustment mechanism is established, aimed at p...
30 Jul, 2026, 03.28 PM IST
Parliament to take up SC judges, exam reform bills todayLok Sabha will consider the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill. Rajya Sabha is set to discuss the Public Examinations and MSME...
30 Jul, 2026, 09.01 AM IST
Govt okays ₹2,482 cr road plan along China border under Vibrant Villages ProgrammeThe MHA has sanctioned 111 road projects costing over ₹2,481 crore for border villages. These projects aim to provide all-weather road conn...
29 Jul, 2026, 12.30 AM IST
Conservation agriculture can boost wheat protein content by up to 12%, improve water efficiency: StudyA study finds conservation agriculture with drip irrigation can boost wheat protein content by up to 12% while improving yield and resource...
24 Jul, 2026, 10.56 AM IST
Govt aims to double food processing level to 2% over next five years: Chirag PaswanIndia plans to double its food processing level to twenty-five percent within five years. This ambitious goal follows significant reforms i...
22 Jul, 2026, 10.41 PM IST
Meghalaya launches Rs 175.45 crore ‘Mission Golden Spice’Meghalaya launched Mission Golden Spice to enhance its Lakadong turmeric value chain. This initiative aims to establish the state as a glob...
21 Jul, 2026, 08.52 PM IST
Income-tax, MSME amendment Bills among key economic legislations listed for Parliament's Monsoon SessionKey economy-related bills are listed for Parliament's Monsoon Session. The Income-tax Amendment Bill aims to boost India's sovereign debt m...
19 Jul, 2026, 04.32 PM IST
Downstream aluminium industry says duty structure hurting competitiveness, seeks reliefDownstream aluminium manufacturers are urging the government to reduce import duties. Higher global metal prices and freight costs pressure...
19 Jul, 2026, 11.01 AM IST