Mudra loans offtake by MSMEs slowing

Mudra loans: India must rethink its MSME strategy

The slowdown in Mudra loans uptake and the struggles of India’s MSMEs highlight the urgent need for policy realignment to empower small businesses. #MSMEs #MudraLoans Read more »
start-ups

Back on track: India’s start-ups are shaping a $10bn comeback

With record growth and renewed investor confidence, India’s start-ups are set to play a pivotal role in the nation’s development journey. #startups #funding Read more »
SMEs

SMEs cry foul over delayed payments, demand stricter laws

While mandatory reporting of delayed payments is a positive step, stricter enforcement and public accessibility of these reports are crucial for India’s SMEs. #SMEs Read more »
MSMEs funding

MSME funding: Govt may set up specialised bank to bridge gap

Industry experts suggest conversion of SIDBI, a refinancing institution, into a full-fledged bank to address the MSME funding gap. #MSME #funding Read more »
IT sector, jobs, incubators, Indian IT industry

Incubators help Indian startups navigate the funding winter

In the face of reduced investments, India's startups are finding a lifeline in the country's vast network of supportive incubators. #startups Read more »
startups, PE VC funding

Valuations deflated, VCs shy: Startups pivot towards pragmatism

In the absence of easy money, Indian startups ditch quick thrills for long-term growth, honing efficiency and chasing profitability. #startups #funding #VC #PE Read more »
VC, startups,

Funding winter: VC firms struggle to step up investment

Start-ups left in lurch as capital gains ruling sends shockwaves through India's VC ecosystem. #startups #industry Read more »
Start-ups,

Budget 2023: Start-ups need help to overcome funding freeze

The start-ups expect Budget 2023 to contain steps to address the funds crunch at a time when the government is seeking to insulate the domestic economy from the impact of a looming... Read more »
digital public infrastructure, DPI

Futureproofing businesses: A 5-point cybersecurity checklist for MSMEs

Cybersecurity is no longer expensive or intimidating – MSMEs can start with periodical audits to ward off cyberattacks. Read more »
School education in india

Financial literacy: Leveraging technology for a brighter future

Start-ups like Ayucoin can complement state-run programmes and bring technology into play for achieving 100% financial literacy among children. Read more »