Lakshmi Venkatesan Venkataraman, Founding and Managing Trustee, Bharatiya Yuva Shakti Trust, said, "One of the key concerns for microentrepreneurs is access to timely and adequate credit. While fintech firms and NBFCs process loans in a few days, banks still take 2-3 months, causing delays."
The government is expected to continue on its fiscal deficit reduction path, bringing it down to 4.4 per cent of GDP in FY26. A strategic focus on investment and spending reforms will help balance fiscal prudence with economic expansion.
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], January 30: The Chennai-based Unified Voice Communication, a leading Voice over IP (VoIP) service provider in India and Philippines, recently organised a one-day workshop on cybersecurity. This initiative aimed to equip IT networking and infrastructure manageme
A series of important bills are likely to be taken up during the session. These include the Banking Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024, aimed at strengthening banking regulations and oversight, and the Railways (Amendment) Bill, 2024, which focuses on enhancing the operational efficiency of the Ind
According to the report, both the government and the RBI are expected to announce crucial steps aimed at stimulating growth in the face of a slowing economy.
MP Shinde said that Maharashtra is leading the way with pioneering initiatives aimed at women, farmers, and youth - three pillars of the society that deserve unwavering support.
Advocating uniformity of rules for Hindu and Muslim students, he said that the Mahayuti government in Maharashtra that follows the Hindutva ideology will not tolerate politics of appeasement. He said that those who want to wear hijab or burqa can wear it at their homes, but not at the examin
Surat (Gujarat) [India], January 29: As India gears up for the Union Budget 2025, a strong focus on sustainability is essential. The government should promote green building practices and eco-friendly materials like AAC blocks and ALC panels by offering incentives such as higher FSI for proj
Kerala Minister P Rajeev has urged the Union government to increase financial support for infrastructure and the state's transition to a knowledge economy. He emphasized Kerala's need for more grants and expected a positive response in the upcoming Union Budget.
The upcoming Union Budget for FY26 is expected to focus on rural development, youth and women empowerment, fine-tuning the Employment Linked Incentive Scheme, and enhancing the skilling program according to a report by Yes Bank. Additionally, capital expenditure may shift focus to new sector