In the lead-up to the Union Budget, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry has once again advocated for the removal of the so-called “angel tax,” arguing that it hampers the growth of India's start-up ecosystem. Rajesh Kumar Singh, Secretary...
India's e-commerce sector is experiencing a phenomenal surge, projected to reach $300 billion by 2030. This rapid growth is fueled by Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), the backbone of the Indian economy. The integration of MSMEs into the...
The Andhra Chamber of Commerce has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Atal Incubation Centre (AIC) at Anna University Incubation Foundation to strengthen the startup ecosystem and support aspiring entrepreneurs. This strategic tie-up aims to leverage the...
The Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC), an initiative aimed at democratizing e-commerce and making digital commerce accessible to smaller players, recently announced the onboarding of 125 ecosystem stakeholders. These stakeholders include a mix of startups and some of...
Good Capital, a Mauritius-based venture capital firm, made a significant announcement on Friday regarding its investment strategy for the fiscal year. The firm disclosed its intention to invest USD 25 million, approximately Rs 200 crore, in Indian AI startups....
In an unexpected turn of events, India's vibrant startup ecosystem encountered its first hiccup in growth since 2017, marking a slight decline in the number of unicorns - startups valued at $1 billion or more. According to the latest...
In a significant endorsement of the critical role played by MSMEs in bolstering employment, the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar recently spearheaded an extensive awareness campaign. The week-long programme aimed at sensitizing MSMEs in Kashmir concluded successfully. It...
The One District One Product (ODOP) scheme is transforming the lives of artisans and traders in Uttar Pradesh. This initiative is not only benefiting handicraft traders but is also fostering creativity among local artisans. The scheme has been instrumental...
Kerala’s MSME sector has made a big leap by adding over one lakh ventures for the second consecutive year in 2023-24. This takes the total number of newly set up units to 2,40,396 since the launch of the Year...
In a notable stride towards supporting micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), the Uttar Pradesh government, led by CM Yogi Adityanath, has announced the rollback of land conversion charges imposed on industrial activity over agricultural land.
Efforts to Boost Local...
The Indian government’s public procurement portal, Government e-Marketplace (GeM), has recently signed a landmark agreement with the Sikkim government....
