SME Sector
DHL Global Connectedness Tracker: Globalisation remains at a record level despite geopolitical tensions
While potential U.S. tariffs raise concerns, history suggests that globalization often finds ways to adapt. Information flows are the most globalized, while people flows remain limited.
The Circle: Founders Club concludes the demo day for the K-Startup Centre India 2024
The Demo Day event wrapped up with the 10 startups pitching their solutions to a jury panel and guests comprising venture capitalists, govt officials and investors.
Mental health startup Veda Rehabilitation and Wellness projects Rs 18 crore revenue by FY 26
With a current valuation of Rs 200 crores, the company plans to further strengthen its growth trajectory by raising an additional INR 50 crores through a Series A funding round in 2025.
Finarkein Analytics introduces Smart Collect to address high failure rates in loan collections
Early results indicate significant improvements in collection rates and reductions in operational costs for participating lenders.
Why MSMEs should prioritise cybersecurity, financial stability, employee management
There is an urgent need for the MSMEs to invest and train their employees in these areas to survive a major disruption.
M1xchange’s record business growth shows MSMEs’ credit gap is narrowing, says director of invoice discounting platform
More small businesses are becoming aware of TReDS and its benefits and this is bringing down the cost of doing business, says Sundeep Mohindru.
Tide partners with Ubuntu Consortium to support over 21,000 women entrepreneurs
The Consortium has 54 associations which account for more than 21,000 women entrepreneurs representing 11 states.
India uniquely positioned to capture 35-50% of global CIH market: BCG
Sreyssha George, Managing Director & Partner at BCG, says that global capability and innovation hubs’ spend is currently estimated at $265-290 bn and is expected to grow to $390-420 bn by 2027.
Sustainability and technology is the future of supply chain: ProcMart’s Anish Popli
Noida-based ProcMart is extending towards biofuels and sustainable packaging as global clients calls for a climate-friendly supply chain.
Worsening air pollution cripples Delhi markets, footfall drops sharply
Delhi's air quality reached the 'severe plus' category on Sunday, leading to rigorous pollution control measures under GRAP Stage IV on Monday morning.
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How GetVantage levels the playing field for MSMEs using embedded finance
Founder of embedded B2B finance platform says they can help founders raise money easily without diluting equity or presenting collateral.
Hesa join hands with Ubuntu Consortium in presence of Karnataka CM; launches marketplace app
The app will help women entrepreneurs grow their businesses. It will connect them with a wider market. The app will also provide access to technology and support. Hesa is a platform that helps rural businesses grow.
Addverb announces entry into Humanoid Robotics, aims to launch next-gen humanoid in 2025
Indian robotics company Addverb is entering the humanoid robotics market with a launch planned for 2025.
Raising the bar: Themed bars, non-alcoholic cocktails and storytelling emerge as top trends of industry
In an overview of the top 100 bars for 2024, Delhi topped the list with 18 bars, followed by Goa at 16, Mumbai at 15, Bengaluru at 14 and Kolkata at 12.
EvoluteIQ bets on agentic AI to take enterprise automation to next level
Stockholm-headquartered enterprise automation firm has raised $20 million and to use part of it for R&D to advance agentic AI and end-to-end automation capabilities, says EvoluteIQ's Sameet Gupte.
Assam tea industry thrives despite climate impact, sets new revenue milestones
Despite climate challenges impacting production, higher prices and increased exports, particularly to Russia and Iran, have boosted revenue. Government initiatives and digitalization efforts are further strengthening the industry.
