New Delhi, February 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday lauded Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for presenting what he described as a comprehensive roadmap for India’s economic transformation through Budget 2026. Addressing the Lok Sabha, the Finance Minister outlined how the Union Budget aims to accelerate reforms, strengthen MSMEs, enhance…
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DCPC Job Fair 2026 Highlights Push for Skill Development
The Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals (DCPC) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening skill development and employment generation in the plastics and petrochemicals sector, with senior officials underscoring the need for industry-ready talent at the AIPMA Job Fair Season 2026 held in New Delhi. The event brought together government, industry,…
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Union Minister Giriraj Singh Reviews Raw Jute Prices & Measures
Union Minister of Textiles, Giriraj Singh, held a high-level review on January 20, 2026, to assess the rising prices of raw jute and introduce measures aimed at boosting availability for jute mills and MSMEs. The meeting was attended by the Secretary of the Ministry of Textiles, Neelam Shami Rao, senior…
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Two Major Interventions Launched to Boost MSME Exports
In a significant push to enhance India’s export competitiveness, the Government of India has launched two major financial interventions aimed at strengthening Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) under the Export Promotion Mission. Introduced as part of the NIRYAT PROTSAHAN sub-scheme, the measures focus on reducing the cost of export…
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Credit Guarantee Scheme for Exporters Goes Live via Jan Samarth
In a significant boost to India’s export ecosystem, the Credit Guarantee Scheme for Exporters (CGSE) has been made operational through the Jan Samarth Portal with effect from December 1, 2025. The scheme has witnessed a strong initial response, reflecting growing confidence among exporters and micro, small and medium enterprises amid…
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NRDC Marks 72 Years, Inaugurates Systems Engineering Facility
The National Research Development Corporation (NRDC) marked its 72nd Foundation Day on December 31, 2025, with the inauguration of the Systems Engineering Facility (SEF), reaffirming its commitment to strengthening India’s innovation ecosystem, technology commercialisation, and support for startups and MSMEs. The event was held in the presence of Dr N…
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International Letter Mail Rationalised from Jan 2026
The Department of Posts has announced a major reform in India’s international postal operations with the rationalisation of select international letter mail services, effective from January 1, 2026. The move aligns India’s postal framework with global best practices and decisions of the Universal Postal Union (UPU), focusing on improved reliability,…
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Govt Eases QCO Norms, Boosts Credit Support for MSMEs
The Government of India has rolled out Quality Control Orders (QCOs) in a phased manner with wide-ranging exemptions and relaxations for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), ensuring that domestic manufacturing and production remain unaffected. The measures are being implemented through the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) under the Department…
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Post Office Transforms into National Logistics Powerhouse
The Department of Posts is rapidly overhauling its parcel and logistics capabilities to operate as a national public logistics organisation, the government told the Rajya Sabha. The multi-pronged modernisation drive aims to improve speed, reliability and customer experience while supporting exports from small businesses and strengthening digital address infrastructure. Mechanised…
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Dakshina Kannada Named Export Hub for Seafood, Cashew
The Government of India has designated Dakshina Kannada as a District Export Hub (DEH) under the Districts as Export Hubs initiative, identifying seafood and cashew as priority export products for the coastal Karnataka district. The move aims to strengthen local value-chains, improve logistics and expand market access for small and…