Central Bank of India plans to increase corporate loan share to 35% by March 2026 while keeping RAM segments as core strength. MD Kalyan Kumar outlines strategy for growth in renewable energy, infrastructure.
CII Mangaluru's MSME Conclave at Hotel Vivanta focuses on scaling SMEs via leadership, capital & innovation. Industry leaders to discuss digital adoption & global competitiveness.
A new SIDBI-CRIF report reveals private banks lead enterprise lending. NBFCs gain ground as PSB share falls. Small business credit hits Rs 46 lakh crore. Explore the shifting landscape.
A TOI probe reveals private moneylenders in Maharashtra's suicide belt get licences easily, as farm distress pushes farmers to extremes. Read the full investigation.
Private money lenders in Vidarbha lent over Rs 227 crore in 2025, but a mere Rs 21,000 went to farming. Explore the debt crisis and its link to farmer suicides. Read the full investigation.
BharatPe partners with Yes Bank to launch 'Pay Later with BharatPe', an instant credit-on-UPI solution for merchants. This BNPL product aims to empower small businesses and ease consumer daily expenses. #Fintech #UPI #India
India's markets regulator Sebi has denied media reports of changes to the short selling framework. The existing regulatory structure for short selling remains unchanged. Get the full details here.
State Bank of India's home loan portfolio, its largest business unit, is on track to exceed ₹10 lakh crore next year, driven by strong demand and low NPAs. Discover the growth story.
Maharashtra govt sets up SIT to investigate Chandrapur kidney racket where farmers were forced to sell organs. 5 accused arrested. Details on the illegal money lending and organ trafficking network.
A youth from Sambhal arrested after his Bank of Baroda account was used to funnel crores in a pan-India cyber fraud. The scam, promising high stock returns on WhatsApp, highlights a dangerous new trend of 'account lending' to syndicates. Stay vigilant.
Asian Development Bank pledges $4.258 billion for India's 2025 projects in skilling, renewable energy, urban infra, and healthcare. Details on PM-SETU, Surya Ghar, and metro expansions inside.
MSME credit growth surges to 20%, hitting ₹10.7 lakh crore, driven by government guarantees and Udyam push. Discover how this fuels India's economic engine.
Fintech app SalaryOnTime reports a massive 200% growth in installs, driven by its instant, paperless loan services. Discover how it's changing financial access for India's workforce.
Experts predict a fundamental shift in co-lending partnerships between banks, NBFCs, and fintechs. Speed, transparency, and trust will define winning models as regulations tighten and customer expectations evolve. Read more.
Chandrapur farmer Roshan Kule sold his kidney to repay loans but fell into bonded labour in Laos. Rescued after MLA's intervention, police probe illegal lending & organ trade. Read the shocking details.
A marginal farmer from Chandrapur was forced to sell his kidney after illegal moneylenders charged 40% monthly interest, trapping him in a Rs 74 lakh debt. Police have registered a case and arrested six accused. Read the full story.
First Brands founder Patrick James accuses lenders of predatory practices leading to bankruptcy, while new management alleges massive financial fraud. Key details inside.
India's fintech lending shifts focus from rapid expansion to liability management and customer monetization after regulatory overhaul. Discover the new priorities and IPO plans shaping the sector's future.
Tamil Nadu's new money lending rules remove collateral for loans under ₹4 lakh and up to ₹10 lakh for SHGs, aiming to empower low-income groups and women entrepreneurs. Discover how this policy change fosters financial inclusion.
Orissa High Court rules banks cannot charge for loan foreclosure, protecting MSME rights. Landmark verdict orders document release, waives unfair fee. Read the full judgment details.
Fino Payments Bank, now an SFB, plans a strategic shift towards secured lending like property loans, avoiding unsecured risks. Read about its merchant-focused growth plan.
Madhya Pradesh Laghu Udyog Nigam partners with NI-MSME to tackle skill shortages in MSMEs. A pilot workshop in Indore trained 60+ workers under the RAMP scheme. Read how this boosts regional industrial growth.
US Senator Elizabeth Warren warns private credit market failures are 'tip of the iceberg', urges regulators to conduct stress tests. Read more on the growing risks to the financial system.
BHEL Trichy's ED S Prabhakar emphasized upskilling MSME workforce & digital transformation at a CII conference. Learn about the challenges in raw material procurement and new export opportunities.
RBI's MPC slashed repo rate by 25 bps to 5.25%, urging banks to cut lending rates. See how HDFC, SBI, ICICI, and other top banks' home loan rates are impacted. Check your potential EMI savings now!
RBI cuts repo rate to 5.25%, pushing home loan rates towards 7.1%. EMI on Rs 1 crore loan could fall by Rs 1,440/month. Discover how this impacts borrowers and lenders.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman clarifies the new Health and National Security Cess will only tax demerit goods like pan masala. Revenue to fund health schemes and security. Opposition raises concerns over MSME impact.
The RBI has revoked its 2016 framework that pushed large borrowers to debt markets. The move is expected to boost corporate bank credit by ₹3-4.5 trillion. Read the full analysis.
Philippines-based digital bank Tonik secures $12 million in pre-Series C funding to expand its capital-efficient lending operations and drive financial inclusion.
The Union MSME Ministry launches GI Mahotsav 3.0 in Mysuru to promote India's rich Geographical Indication heritage and boost market access for traditional artisans. Discover the vibrant GI ecosystem.