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₹10,000 Crore SME Growth Fund Launches, Markets Watch Impact
The ₹10,000 crore SME Growth Fund launch marks a major policy intervention aimed at accelerating India’s small business expansion. Announced amid slowing private capex, the fund raises a critical question: can structured capital finally help SMEs scale sustainably or will execution risks limit outcomes? SME Growth Fund Launch Signals Policy Push on Scale The ₹10,000 crore SME Growth Fund launch…
Zomato Tests Subscription Model to Strengthen Customer Retention
Zomato subscription model test signals a strategic move to improve customer retention and increase repeat orders. The company is experimenting with new membership formats aimed at delivering value through discounts, exclusive benefits, and improved user engagement in a competitive food delivery market. Zomato Subscription Model Test Reflects Retention Focus Zomato subscription model test comes at a time when customer retention…
Zomato Tests Subscription Delivery Model to Improve Profitability
Zomato is experimenting with a subscription-based delivery model as it looks to improve margins in a highly competitive food delivery…
Zomato Tests AI Menu Pricing to Improve Restaurant Margins
Zomato is testing AI-driven menu pricing to help restaurants optimize margins and respond dynamically to demand patterns. The move reflects…
Zoho ERP Launch Signals Direct Challenge to Global Enterprise Giants
Zoho ERP has entered the enterprise software market with a surprise launch that directly targets Oracle and SAP, using rural…
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Rolls Royce Signals Major India Expansion With Investment Plan
Rolls Royce India expansion plans are coming into sharp focus as the British engineering major signals a large investment push into the country, reinforcing India’s position as a strategic hub for global engineering and advanced technology capital. The announcement is being closely watched for its implications on foreign inflows and…
Indian Banks Seek RBI Export Relief Extension Into 2026
Indian banks are pushing the RBI to extend export relief beyond December as global headwinds bite into trade flows, liquidity, and working capital cycles. The move is being seen as critical for SMEs and trade finance stability as exporters brace for another uncertain year. Export relief extension becomes urgent banking…
PNB Stock in Focus After SREI Linked Fraud Shock
PNB stock is in focus as a ₹2,434 crore fraud linked to SREI group entities has brought governance and risk management in PSU lenders back under the investor lens. The disclosure has revived concerns around credit controls, oversight failures, and legacy stress in public sector banks. Fraud disclosure puts PNB…
IPO Scrutiny on Zepto Reshapes Quick Commerce Valuations
India’s quick commerce sector is facing a valuation reset as IPO scrutiny around Zepto intensifies. With public market investors demanding profitability clarity, Zepto’s IPO readiness is now influencing how the entire instant delivery space is priced under current market pressure. The scrutiny is not about growth alone. It is about…
Why the Founders of iThinkPets Chose a Licensed, Doctor-Led Entry Into Pet Pharmacy
India’s pet care market is expanding, but Deepali and Himani Dahiya believe growth alone is not the real story. What matters more is how responsibly platforms respond to healthcare needs. When iThinkPets launched, it focused exclusively on everyday pet products. This allowed the founders to understand customer behaviour and build…
CII Pushes Fiscal Discipline Agenda Ahead of 2026 Budget
CII urges fiscal consolidation and institutional reform ahead of India’s 2026–27 Budget, calling for disciplined public finances alongside structural fixes. The industry body flagged debt sustainability, spending efficiency, and governance reforms as priorities to protect growth momentum and investor confidence. Confederation of Indian Industry urges fiscal consolidation and institutional reform…
Indian Startup Shutdowns Hit Five Year Low in 2025
Indian startup shutdowns hit a five year low in 2025 even as new company formations slowed, signalling a clear shift toward ecosystem maturity. The data reflects tighter capital discipline, fewer speculative launches, and stronger survival rates among existing ventures. Indian startup shutdowns hit a five year low in 2025, marking…
Tier 2 and Tier 3 Cities Power India Startup Growth
Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities emerged as startup engines in 2025, with regional founders drawing sharper investor focus amid rising costs and saturation in metro hubs. Capital, talent, and innovation increasingly flowed beyond major cities, reshaping India’s startup geography. Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities emerged as startup engines…
India Set to Chair Kimberley Process Amid Diamond Trade Shift
India will chair the Kimberley Process in 2026 as the global diamond trade undergoes structural shifts under sanctions pressure and tighter compliance norms. The leadership role places India at the center of negotiations shaping transparency, trade flows, and ethical sourcing standards. India to chair the Kimberley Process in 2026 comes…
India IPO Market Breaks Records With Rs 1.95 Lakh Crore
India’s IPO market smashed 2025 fundraising records with a Rs 1.95 lakh crore haul, marking the strongest year ever for primary markets. Robust domestic liquidity, steady retail participation, and marquee listings led by Tata Capital powered mainboard deal flow despite intermittent global volatility. India’s IPO market smashed 2025 fundraising records…