Industry bodies have raised concerns about the impact of inverted duty structure in the GST framework that is creating challenges especially for small and medium enterprises. Stating that the Inverted Duty Structure (IDS) has led to unutilized input tax credits, Empower India on Tuesday added that this “choking working capitalContinue Reading
At a recent seminar on digital technologies and AI adoption hosted by the Confederation of Indian Industry Kerala chapter, business leaders and tech innovators gathered in Kochi to highlight how artificial intelligence (AI) could become a transformative force for the state’s micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). The discussion formedContinue Reading
Chennai-based non-banking financial company (NBFC) Dugar Finance has raised $5 million (₹45 crore) in a Pre-Series A funding round led by HegdInvst, a Category II AIF focused on growth equity investments. The capital will support the company to scale its secured MSME lending franchise alongside its established vehicle finance business, and to deepen its presence across tier 2-6 underservedContinue Reading
On March 25, 2026, Indian stock markets staged a notable comeback as benchmark indices rebounded strongly following persistent volatility earlier in the month. Fresh optimism around a possible easing of geopolitical tensions in the Middle East helped lighten risk-off sentiment among investors, while a significant drop in global crude oilContinue Reading
The downturn comes amid a backdrop of volatile trading in energy markets, where fears about prolonged conflict in the Middle East — particularly involving Iran and the disruption of key shipping routes like the Strait of Hormuz — have kept a risk premium baked into prices. Still, intermittent reports ofContinue Reading
India is sharpening its focus on turning small businesses into global players, with a fresh set of policy moves aimed at integrating Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) into international supply chains. At the core of this strategy is a shift from domestic support to export-driven growth. The government hasContinue Reading
India’s push to become a global defence manufacturing powerhouse may be overlooking its most agile and innovative contributors — small businesses. While large corporations and public sector units dominate the spotlight, micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) remain underutilised despite their potential to transform the sector. A recent analysis highlightsContinue Reading
