A surge in international bullion markets is driving up retail gold and silver prices across major Indian cities, supported by global demand for safe-haven assets, softer US dollar expectations, and seasonal factors as India prepares for the festive season. A…
India has expanded its foreign direct investment regulations for e-commerce platforms, aiming to help small enterprises, artisans, and primary producers access international markets and boost exports through online channels. India has widened its foreign direct investment rules for e-commerce in…
As India celebrates National Handloom Day, the sector is being reshaped as a key player in the nation’s economic, cultural, and environmental ambitions, blending heritage with modern global demand. India’s handloom sector is being cast not just as a repository…
India’s Directorate General of Foreign Trade has expanded access to its ‘Source from India’ platform, enabling recognised start-ups to showcase products internationally and strengthen the country’s export ecosystem with a focus on innovation-led growth. India’s Directorate General of Foreign Trade…
India’s foreign exchange reserves reached $692.87 billion in July, driven by substantial gains in currency assets and gold holdings, reflecting increased foreign inflows and supportive measures amid recent market volatility. India’s foreign exchange reserves rose sharply in the week ended…
The PFRDA approves four additional pension funds, aiming to expand the National Pension Scheme’s reach to 40 crore subscribers through digitalisation and wider distribution networks, with conservative schemes delivering stable long-term returns. The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority has…
India’s Home Ministry has issued a nationwide alert over a rapidly spreading cyber scam known as the ‘Boss Scam’, which exploits trust and urgency within corporate sectors to steal money through malware-infected messages and hijacked WhatsApp accounts. India’s Home Ministry…
India’s Parliament has approved a new law targeting delayed payments for MSMEs, introducing measures to streamline disputes, enforce awards, and modernise the sector’s financial framework amid its significant economic contribution. India’s Parliament has approved a law aimed at tackling one…
The Indian Parliament has passed a new bill designed to improve cash flow for small businesses by streamlining payment processes and reducing dispute resolution times, marking a significant step towards easing financial strains on SMEs. Parliament has approved a bill…
India’s Payments Council has confirmed that consumers and small merchants will continue to use the UPI system without transaction fees, despite recent legislative changes that could allow future MDR charges, amid ongoing policy discussions. India’s Payments Council has moved to…
