In 2024, 71% of small businesses in India sought external funding, with 34% citing rising costs as the main reason and 32% pointing to basic business survival. This trend persists even when many businesses report profits in their financial statements.... View Article
Teachers in India remain the backbone of education, often carrying the responsibility of being primary educators even in under-resourced settings. Their role extends beyond imparting academic knowledge—they adapt to digital platforms, focus on building essential skills in local talent, and... View Article
From 2000 to 2025, a meagre 0.4% of micro-enterprises grew into small businesses, and just 0.05% of small companies managed to graduate into the medium enterprise category1. Furthermore, only 28% of Indian MSMEs recorded a CAGR of 5–10% or higher.... View Article
National Small Industries Day, observed on August 30, honors the role of small industries in employment, industrial growth, and grassroots development. Small industries have deep roots in textiles, apparel, food processing, and agro-products, while also making strides in emerging areas... View Article
Festivals in India are as much about consumption as they are about celebration. The numbers tell the story—retail markets recorded ₹4.25 lakh crore in sales in 2024. This year, festive trade is projected to surge by another 20–30%, potentially touching... View Article
The commercial credit portfolio for MSMEs has nearly doubled in five years, growing at a 13% compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) and reaching ₹35.2 lakh crore by March 20251. This highlights that more MSMEs are moving into formal financial channels,... View Article
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