The restructured PM SVANidhi Scheme is set to empower 1.15 crore street vendors, including 50 lakh new beneficiaries, by extending the lending period until March 31, 2030. Launched in June 2020, the scheme has evolved from pandemic relief to a holistic financial support system for urban micro-entrepreneurs. Financial Inclusion and…
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MoU to Expand Mutual Fund Access Nationwide
The Department of Posts (DoP) and BSE on Friday signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enable India Post to distribute mutual funds through its nationwide postal network. The partnership, inked in New Delhi, pairs India Post’s last-mile reach with BSE’s StAR MF distribution platform to expand investment access…
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IEPFA Boosts Financial Literacy with Niveshak Didi & CFL
New Delhi : The Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA) has reinforced India’s financial awareness ecosystem through a wide-ranging investor-focused outreach that leverages community networks, postal channels and public awareness drives. Combined efforts under the Centre for Financial Literacy (CFL), Financial Awareness Messages (FAME), Financial Literacy Centres (FLCs) and…
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IEPFA & SEBI Empower Investors at Niveshak Shivir Amritsar
The Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA), under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, in collaboration with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), successfully hosted the “Niveshak Shivir” in Amritsar on November 1, 2025. The initiative aimed to empower investors, resolve long-pending unclaimed dividend and share issues, and…
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IEPFA Moves to Simplify Low-Value Investor Claims
The Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA), under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), has proposed new measures to simplify documentation for low-value claims. The initiative aims to reduce processing timelines, improve transparency, and provide a hassle-free experience for investors claiming refunds or dividends. Committee Recommendations The suggestions come…