SMEtalks on “BUILDING LEADERS: Transform Ideas into Breakthroughs”

Ms. Saakshi Kulkarni, Director – SME Chamber of India and SME Business Forum Mr. Raymond Dsaoza – SME Coach – PassionPrenuer addressing the delegates on Are you a Solopreneur or an Entrepreneur Mr. Kauhik Chandra – CAO – Atkonnectt Redefiningg Business addressing the delegates on The F.A.C.T.S Driving Your Business Mr. Rahul Dubey – Product […]

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Credit score confusion: Is CIBIL transparent enough in deciding your financial fate?

The credit score by CIBIL can decide whether someone gets a car loan, a home loan, or even a credit card. Yet, very few actually know how CIBIL works or who controls it. Most people in India know the importance of a CIBIL. It can decide whether someone gets a car loan, a home loan […]

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Which states led the manufacturing and services activities in FY25?

 Tamil Nadu outperforms peers with growth in secondary sector at more than double the national average at 13.4% (at constant prices). At the overall GSDP level, Tamil Nadu consolidated its lead in year-on-year growth with its economy reaching ₹17.32 lakh crores in FY25, reflecting 11.2% annual growth. Even as India’s secondary sector (comprising manufacturing, construction, […]

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Finance Ministry asks PSBs to broaden credit focus amid tariff woes

“PSBs have been told to focus on credit growth across loan sizes, especially in core engineering, manufacturing, agriculture, MSMEs and startups,” the official said. The Finance Ministry has asked public-sector banks (PSBs) to broaden their credit focus beyond large corporations to include mid-market companies, small and medium enterprises, agriculture and startups, a senior Government official […]

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Disclosure in Parliament, Does CIBIL Score Affect Job Too

CIBIL Score: For a long time, there has been a common belief that the CIBIL score matters only for loan and credit card approval. But now the recent discussion in Parliament has made it clear that this score can also play a role in getting a job. Especially in the banking sector, during the recruitment process, […]

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Veteran Banker, Ravi Narayanan appointed as CEO of SMFG India Credit

Set to take charge by end of August, sources say Narayanan’s immediate task would be to clean up and overhaul the operations of the lender. Ravi Narayanan, former Group Executive of retail liabilities, branch banking and products of Axis Bank has been appointed as CEO of SMFG India Credit, according to sources in the know. […]

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IndusInd Bank to provide 360-degree financial support to startups under its new program

IndusInd Bank launched ‘Indus StartUp Banking’ on August 11, 2025, a comprehensive program to support early-stage startups in India. The initiative offers banking facilities, credit and beyond-banking services, including current accounts, API access and premium lounge access. Startups under 10 years old can apply, benefiting from customized solutions and strategic partnerships. IndusInd Bank on Monday […]

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SME MANUFACTURERS AND EXPORTERS SUMMIT – PUNE

Mr. Mahesh Salunkhe – Director, SME Chamber of India delivering the Welcome Address Mr. Dhrubashish Bhattacharya – Head MSME & Co-lending, Bank of Baroda addressing the delegates on Role of Bank of Baroda for the development of manufacturing & export sector Mr. Amitkumar Mahale – Chief Manager, Bank of India, SMEUC Pune, addressing the delegates […]

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India’s electronics exports up 47% to $12.4 billion in Q1 FY26

India’s electronics exports are projected to surge by 30% annually, potentially exceeding $46 billion by FY26, fueled primarily by mobile phone shipments. The sector witnessed a 47% growth in the first fiscal quarter, with the US being a major export destination. India’s electronics exports are expected to grow around 30% on-year to breach the $46-50 […]

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