Financial inclusion refers to ensuring that all individuals have access to financial services. This includes banking, credit, insurance, and investment opportunities. It aims to empower the underprivileged and promote economic growth. In India, initiatives like Jan Dhan Yojana have been implemented. These efforts help reduce poverty and enhance livelihoods. Financial literacy is also crucial for effective participation in the economy.
India’s digital payments ecosystem transformed with the launch of the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) in 2016 by the National Payments Corporation of India. UPI enables instant, real-time transactions...
India’s securitisation market achieved a significant milestone in the financial year 2025-26 by reaching a record ₹2.55 lakh crore. This growth reflects the increasing adoption of securitisation as...
Svatantra Microfin, a prominent Indian microfinance institution, has announced plans to raise $250 million through an Initial Public Offering (IPO). This move marks a significant step for the...
The agricultural landscape in India is undergoing changes due to the rising demand for maize as a biofuel feedstock. The shift towards ethanol production has affected the supply...
The Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) is crucial for rural employment in India. Recently, the Union Ministry of Rural Development allocated ₹2,851 crore to Tamil...
The Government of India is poised to extend the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) scheme beyond its current expiry date of September 30, 2025....
The Government of India has initiated a new national manufacturing mission. This mission aims to enhance the Make in India initiative. Announced in the Budget on February 1,...
Japan has recently made move by importing rice from South Korea for the first time in 25 years. This decision comes in response to a dramatic surge in...
Recent trade tensions between the United States and China have raised concerns for India. The implementation of tariffs by U.S. President Donald Trump has led to fears that...
The Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) has recently launched the Partnerships for Accelerated Innovation and Research (PAIR) Program. This initiative aims to strengthen India's research ecosystem by connecting...
