New Delhi, Apr 14 (KNN) The Centre is likely to launch a low-cost credit card scheme for micro enterprises later this month, aimed at reducing borrowing costs and improving access to working capital. The initiative is expected to target small businesses registered on the Udyam Portal. Under the proposed scheme,Continue Reading
New Delhi, May 6 (KNN) The Ministry of Steel has sought stakeholder suggestions on easing or removing mandatory Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification requirements for the fastener industry, amid concerns over rising compliance costs, supply disruptions, and pressure on Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). The move comes asContinue Reading
New Delhi, May 27 (KNN) The Department of Financial Services under the Ministry of Finance recently convened a meeting with major industry associations to discuss the implementation, operational guidelines and business opportunities under the newly launched Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS) 5.0. The meeting was attended by representativesContinue Reading
New Delhi, Jun 3 (KNN) Logistics company DTDC Express has launched a digital self-onboarding platform aimed at enabling micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), startups and direct-to-consumer (D2C) brands to access shipping services more quickly and efficiently. The new platform, named Enterprise Digital Onboarding Technology (EDOT), allows businesses toContinue Reading
Lucknow, Jun 20 (KNN) The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) organised the inaugural BRICS MSME Forum 2026 in Agra, bringing together policymakers, government representatives, industry leaders and private-sector stakeholders from BRICS member and partner countries. BRICS MSME Forum Focuses On Global Cooperation The Forum focused on strengtheningContinue Reading
New Delhi, Apr 16 (KNN) The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) is in discussions with the Department of Financial Services (DFS) to explore a credit guarantee scheme similar to the Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS), aimed at supporting MSMEs affected by the ongoing West Asia crisis.Continue Reading
New Delhi, Apr 22 (KNN) India and South Korea have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the micro, small and medium enterprises (MSME) sector, marking a key step in expanding economic ties between the two countries. The agreement was finalised on April 20, 2026,Continue Reading
