India Aligns Postal Export Rules with Ports for E-commerce
The government extends key export incentives to goods shipped via postal routes, easing compliance for small businesses and boosting e-commerce exports amid global trade uncertainty.
The government extends key export incentives to goods shipped via postal routes, easing compliance for small businesses and boosting e-commerce exports amid global trade uncertainty.
Over 2 lakh women-led micro, small, and medium enterprises have secured orders worth Rs 80,000 crore through the Womaniya initiative, marking seven years of success in boosting female entrepreneurship in India.
CII warns Rajasthan's $350 billion economy target by 2030 faces risk from restrictive policies, weak enforcement, and bureaucratic delays affecting MSMEs and industries.
Himachal Pradesh's MSMEs face a crisis after losing summer earnings, calling for government backing to ensure year-round sustainability and economic stability.
The Union Budget 2026-27 prioritizes labour-intensive industries and MSMEs with new schemes and expanded support to enhance employment and economic growth across India.
A new report reveals 87% of women-led MSMEs in India project strong growth by 2026, outpacing the overall sector where 72% plan new outlets, highlighting female entrepreneurship's rising role.
As India aims for a $5 trillion economy, Budget 2026 needs to increase disposable income through tax reforms. Experts suggest raising exemption limits and simplifying compliance to drive consumption.
India and the EU made significant progress on their Free Trade Agreement during Piyush Goyal's Brussels visit. Both sides aim for a balanced deal protecting farmers and boosting global supply chains. Read more.
Registration for MHT CET 2026 has commenced. Aspiring students for engineering, pharmacy & other UG courses in Maharashtra must apply online by February 12, 2026. Check eligibility, fee, and exam dates.
Maharashtra govt instructs MMC to introduce QR codes for doctor verification to curb bogus practitioners. SC orders MMC elections within three months. Read more.
India and the EU held crucial FTA talks, pledging to protect farmers and MSMEs. Key issues like market access and sustainability were discussed. Read the latest updates.
Bengaluru fintech Skydo receives RBI's Payment Aggregator-Cross Border licence, empowering 30,000+ MSMEs with faster, cheaper international collections. Discover how this boosts Indian exports.
Ludhiana industrialists push PSIEC to restart subsidised raw material scheme for MSMEs, citing steel price swings hurting small units. Read key demands and industry impact.
ET NOW and ET NOW Swadesh launch Budget Bharat Yatra 2026, a month-long multi-city initiative to gather budget expectations from India's heartland. Discover how it aims to shape policy.
In a major political shift, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena leader Santosh Dhuri joins the BJP, citing ideological alignment. This move strengthens BJP's position ahead of crucial state elections.
Kodagu officials emphasized boosting MSMEs for national development. Govt support, Rs 1,300 crore credit, and 5% interest loans aim to spur jobs and innovation. Read more.
India's 63 million MSMEs, 20% women-owned, face barriers but hold key to GDP growth & 170M jobs. This Women Entrepreneurship Day, systemic digital action is needed to unlock their potential.
Maharashtra saw over 32.7 lakh new vehicle registrations in 2025, a 13.5% annual increase. Mumbai alone added 3 lakh vehicles, intensifying traffic and pollution woes. Explore the full data breakdown.
India's auto PLI scheme is set to exceed its Rs 42,500 crore investment target, with Rs 35,000 crore already committed. 72 out of 82 applicants are on board, boosting domestic EV production.
Former NIA Director General Sadanand Vasant Date is the new Maharashtra DGP. Get the details on his appointment, career, and the challenges ahead.
Political alliances in Maharashtra are in disarray as parties finalize strategies for the crucial civic polls across 29 municipal corporations. Key players like BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP face internal and external challenges.
The Indian government considers a one-year extension for MSMEs to comply with revised Schedule M GMP norms, aiming to prevent plant closures and safeguard its $50 billion pharma sector. Read more.
Mrs Maharashtra 2025 pageant celebrates married women's elegance & empowerment. Discover the legacy, categories, and how to apply for this prestigious title. Apply now!
Maharashtra's BJP and Congress hold key meetings on Dec 25 to finalize candidates for crucial municipal corporation elections. Get the latest political strategy updates.
Gujarat-based e-commerce startup SwiftMart shifts to a 100% local sourcing model, partnering with 500+ MSMEs. This strategic pivot aims to empower local businesses and boost the regional economy. Discover how this venture is reshaping hyperlocal commerce.
Over 25 Durga Puja organisers from 20 countries met in Kolkata for the Bengal Global Connect Meet 2025. The aim is to create global business opportunities for local artists and MSMEs, leveraging UNESCO's cultural heritage recognition. #DurgaPuja #Bengal
Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis congratulates winners of municipal council polls, pledges continued development. Key results from Pune, Nagpur & more.
The Aam Aadmi Party announces its ambitious plan to contest 227 seats in the upcoming Maharashtra civic body elections, marking a major expansion of its political footprint beyond Delhi and Punjab.
Ludhiana's MSMEs, once Punjab's economic backbone, complain of neglect, funding woes, and pending VAT refunds while govt courts large investments. Read the full story.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticizes the Modi government for allegedly creating monopolies and duopolies across sectors. He demands economic power be returned to MSMEs for a stronger India. Read the full story.