MSME rules next month, focus on global value chainsThe MSME ministry is set to announce new regulations for small businesses next month. These amendments focus on improving invoice financing...
13 Aug, 2026, 01.36 AM IST
Psychology says people who decorate their car's interior with soft toys, cushions, lights and others aren't showing off: What this behavior means?Psychology says people who decorate their car's interior with soft toys, cushions, lights and others aren't necessarily trying to attract a...
12 Aug, 2026, 09.20 PM IST
Independence Day 2026: The Kolkata chemist who sold foreign medicines, backed Swadeshi and built a pharma empireIndependence Day 2026: Butto Kristo Paul & Co. started as a modest establishment focused on importing foreign medicines. Over time, it blos...
12 Aug, 2026, 09.01 PM IST
In 2011, a California hotel owner refused to sell to a $400 million shopping complex; so the city nearly took his 55-room hotel insteadA Glendale mall owner sought to expand his property in 2011. The adjacent Golden Key Hotel owner refused a substantial offer for his busine...
12 Aug, 2026, 05.18 PM IST
Bill Gates owns more US farmland than any other private individual, report shows his massive land empire spans nearly 20 statesBill Gates' vast farmland holdings across the United States have sparked widespread curiosity. An eye-catching Instagram post illustrated h...
12 Aug, 2026, 05.14 PM IST
India's small steelmakers could save money and cut emissions with switch to renewable powerSmaller steel firms in India can reduce electricity bills by one-third and cut carbon emissions by adopting renewable energy, which will of...
12 Aug, 2026, 12.42 PM IST
In 2011, a Brazilian dog refused to leave his owner’s grave; his 10-year vigil later helped inspire a São Paulo law on pet burialsFor ten years, a stray dog called Bob remained steadfastly devoted to his deceased owner in a Brazilian cemetery, a testament to the powerf...
11 Aug, 2026, 05.28 PM IST
Indian Super League plunges into crisis after Tata Steel exitThe ISL's media rights value has fallen from ₹275 crore a year paid by JioStar to ₹8.6 crore offered by FanCode for the 2025-26 season. Jio...
11 Aug, 2026, 08.12 AM IST
IN-SPACe moves to hand over Isro’s new Rs 986 crore small rocket launch complex to private sectorIN-SPACe seeks private partners to manage ISRO's new launch complex. This facility will support small rocket launches and enhance launch ef...
09 Aug, 2026, 02.32 PM IST
How a chole bhature stall sold 441 plates in four days, turning a ₹10,000 idea into ₹10,530 profitAnkit Pandey took an initiative to empower an unemployed individual by supporting his chole bhature venture. He provided essential startup ...
09 Aug, 2026, 08.35 AM IST
Tequila giant Becle makes direct India push, appoints Shweta Jain as MDProximo is among the last major global spirits companies to establish a direct India operation. Most of its international rivals are alread...
08 Aug, 2026, 12.12 PM IST
Payments Council backs UPI merchant charges, says users, small businesses will remain exemptPCI said small merchants, including kirana stores, should not be charged for accepting UPI payments. Any merchant service charge would be a...
07 Aug, 2026, 11.10 PM IST
India amends FDI rules to boost e-commerce for small businesses, artisans, farmers, and fishermen: Union Minister Piyush GoyalIndia has amended foreign direct investment regulations to boost e-commerce trade. These changes will help small businesses, artisans, farm...
07 Aug, 2026, 08.48 PM IST
Best small cap mutual funds to invest in August 2026According to the Sebi mandate, small cap schemes must invest in companies that are ranked below 250 in terms of market capitalisation. Thes...
07 Aug, 2026, 10.05 AM IST
Large firms to be net job losers, small businesses to drive employment: Nandan NilekaniLarge companies face job losses due to automation and artificial intelligence advancements. Millions of small businesses will become the pr...
06 Aug, 2026, 04.40 PM IST
He sells 200–250 plates of Chole Bhature a day at Rs 60. How does he afford Rs 60,000 rent?A social media user, Pratham, shared how his friend abandoned a Chole Bhature shop after seeing its Rs 60,000 monthly rent. Another owner t...
04 Aug, 2026, 01.46 PM IST
Indian businesses still rely on manual invoicing despite digital adoption: StudyNearly seventy percent of businesses still struggle with manual invoice processing. This remains the biggest accounting challenge for India...
03 Aug, 2026, 02.07 PM IST