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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…
Zomato Swiggy Margins Hit as Discount Wars Return
Zomato and Swiggy face margin pressure as discount wars return, signaling a shift back to aggressive customer acquisition strategies in…
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Zippee Crosses 9 Lakh Monthly Orders as D2C Logistics Grows
Quick commerce logistics startup Zippee has crossed 9 lakh monthly orders as demand for direct to consumer deliveries accelerates in India. The milestone highlights rapid growth in quick commerce logistics and the rising need for fast fulfillment solutions among digital first brands. Zippee has crossed 9 lakh monthly orders, marking…
Indian Startup Funding Slumps 59% Despite Government Capital Push
Indian startup funding has declined sharply year on year even as the government increases financial support programs for the innovation ecosystem. The slowdown reflects cautious venture capital activity, global economic uncertainty, and changing investor priorities across the technology sector. Indian startup funding has dropped 59 percent year on year, highlighting…
India Weighs Easing Press Note 3 Rules to Boost Startup Funding
India is considering easing the Press Note 3 rules that restrict foreign investments from neighboring countries. The move aims to unlock funding for startups facing capital shortages while maintaining safeguards around strategic sectors and national security. India is exploring potential changes to the Press Note 3 policy as policymakers evaluate…
Fitch Raises India’s FY26 Growth Forecast to 7.5% on Strong Demand
Fitch Ratings has increased India’s economic growth forecast for FY26 to 7.5 percent, highlighting strong domestic consumption, infrastructure investment, and improving corporate balance sheets. The revision reinforces India’s position as one of the fastest growing major economies despite global economic uncertainty. India’s growth outlook has received a major boost after…
Fuel Prices Remain Unchanged Across India Despite Global Oil Tensions
Fuel prices in India remain unchanged even as global oil tensions push crude prices higher. The decision to maintain stable petrol and diesel rates reflects a balancing act between global energy volatility, domestic inflation concerns, and government policy management. Fuel Prices in India Hold Steady Amid Oil Market Volatility Fuel…
HCLTech, Hero MotoCorp and ACME Solar Stocks in Focus
Indian stock markets reopened with investor attention centered on companies including HCLTech, Hero MotoCorp, and ACME Solar. Market participants are closely tracking corporate developments, sector outlooks, and broader economic signals that could influence trading activity in the coming sessions. Stocks in Focus as Indian Markets Resume Trading HCLTech, Hero MotoCorp…
Government Plans Changes to Press Note 3 to Boost Startup Funding
India is considering easing Press Note 3 regulations to unlock startup funding and attract greater foreign investment. The move could simplify approval processes for cross border capital flows and support the growth of India’s rapidly expanding startup ecosystem. Press Note 3 Policy Changes Aim to Unlock Startup Funding The proposed…
India Import Dependence Raises Concerns Amid Global Supply Shifts
India’s import dependence has emerged as a strategic economic concern as global supply chains undergo rapid restructuring. Rising reliance on foreign inputs in key sectors is prompting policymakers and businesses to reconsider supply resilience and strengthen domestic manufacturing capacity. India Import Dependence Becomes Strategic Economic Concern India import dependence is…
Quick Commerce Battle Intensifies as Ecommerce Giants Expand Fast Delivery
The quick commerce battle is accelerating as major ecommerce companies invest heavily in instant delivery services. Established retailers and technology platforms are racing to match the speed of specialized quick commerce startups that promise groceries and daily essentials within minutes. Quick Commerce Battle Reshaping Online Retail Competition The quick commerce…
Nomura Cuts India FY27 GDP Forecast to 7 Percent
Nomura has lowered its projection for India’s FY27 GDP growth to 7 percent, citing rising geopolitical risks in West Asia and potential disruptions to global trade and energy markets. The revision reflects growing concerns about external pressures on India’s economic outlook. Nomura Revises India GDP Growth Forecast for FY27 Nomura’s…