Editorial

February, 2025

• 1 February

  Budget 2025-26: A Blueprint for Inclusive Growth and Transformation

  

  Reforming Growth and Investment: Insights into the Budget 2025-26 Central Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Central Budget for the fiscal year 2025-26 in Parliament, unveiling an ambitious roadmap that promises to reshape India’s economic landscape. The budget outlines major initiatives across various sectors—including agriculture, MSMEs, infrastructure, innovation, education, and health—while also implementing significant tax reforms …
• 1 February

  Union Budget 2025-26: Real Estate’s Direct and Indirect Benefits

  

  The Union Budget focused on economic expansion, infrastructure development, MSMEs, futuristic cities, and middle-class welfare and brings substantial relief for the middle class. It also aims to stimulate rural consumption – an essential step toward unlocking India’s economic potential. From a real estate perspective, the budget delivers both direct and indirect benefits, acting as a catalyst for growth. However, a …

January, 2025

• 7 January

  Uttar Pradesh Sees 67% Growth in Small-Business Loans: Experian White Paper Highlights Fintech’s Role in Lending Expansion

  

   Uttar Pradesh saw a remarkable 67% increase in small business loans under ₹10 lakh from FY’23 to FY’24 The personal loan market in Uttar Pradesh grew by 20% for loans under ₹1 lakh Fintech lenders captured 49% of the personal loan market in UP Uttar Pradesh has witnessed an impressive 67% growth in business loans under ₹10 lakh, positioning the …
• 6 January

  How to Stay Safe Amid the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) Outbreak in India

  

  HMPV primarily affects children and causes symptoms similar to the common cold. According to the Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Karnataka, hospitals have been directed to report cases of Influenza-like Illness (ILI) and Severe Acute Respiratory Infection (SARI). The virus spreads through respiratory droplets, close personal contact, and touching contaminated surfaces, followed by touching the mouth, nose, or eyes. To …
• 6 January

  Experience High-Speed Luxury: Namo Bharat Train Connecting Delhi and Meerut

  

  Now Traveling from Meerut to Delhi is Easier: Namo Bharat Train Launched Good news for residents of Meerut working in Delhi or Noida! Now, there’s no need to rent accommodation in Delhi or Noida, as India’s first high-speed Namo Bharat Train (Rapid Rail) has been launched. This new train service runs from Meerut South to New Ashok Nagar in Delhi, …
• 4 January

  Cryptocurrencies Explained: From Bitcoin to the Future of Digital Assets

  

  The Cryptocurrency Boom: Understanding Digital Assets and Their Future In the past few years, thousands of new cryptocurrencies have emerged, each promising something unique. Bitcoin was the first, and its value soared to nearly $20,000 in late 2017 before crashing by over 60% in early 2018. It took Bitcoin three years to recover, but by the end of 2020, it …
• 4 January

  Trump’s Bitcoin Vision: A Strategic Reserve to Strengthen the U.S.

  

  Bitcoin prices have been on the rise this year, partially due to President-elect Donald Trump’s announcements about establishing a crypto-friendly administration. One of the key ideas being discussed is Trump’s plan to create a strategic reserve of bitcoin, aiming to make the U.S. a leader in the global cryptocurrency space. In July, during a conference, Trump emphasized that holding onto …
• 4 January

  2025’s Best FD Rates: Secure 9% Interest on Your Investments

  

  As we enter 2025, it’s an opportune time for savers to explore the best fixed deposit (FD) interest rates offered by various banks across India. While the much-anticipated interest rate cut by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) may still be on the horizon, savers have plenty of high-return options to consider before any changes occur. There are substantial differences …

December, 2024

• 30 December

  Strengthening the Indian Economy in 2025: Key Insights from the RBI Report

  

  The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released its Financial Stability Report, which highlights that the Indian economy and domestic financial system are built on a strong economic foundation. The healthy balance sheets of companies and banks, coupled with the decades-high levels of Return on Assets (ROA), have strengthened the economy. Key Points from the Report: Bank Stability: Scheduled commercial …
• 30 December

  Breaking Barriers, Building Economies: How India’s Entrepreneurs with disabilities are fueling the Nation’s GDP

  

  New Delhi : Shattering stereotypes and redefining perceptions, persons with disabilities in India are stepping into the spotlight as empowered entrepreneurs, building businesses worth crores and creating thousands of jobs. Once seen through the lens of dependency, these individuals are now celebrated as contributors to the nation’s GDP. And the driving force behind this transformative movement? The dynamic DHAN Network – Divyangjan …