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Women at the Forefront: Kerala’s Inspiring Journey Toward Inclusive, Tech-Enabled Entrepreneurship

Small Enterprise India

Kerala’s journey towards a dynamic and inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem took a remarkable leap forward with the successful conclusion of the Women Entrepreneurs Conclave 2025 on October 13 at the Lulu International Convention Centre, Thrissur. The event gathered an inspiring audience of over 1,500 women entrepreneurs from across Kerala, showcasing the rapidly evolving landscape where women are not just participants but leaders in business innovation and growth. The conclave was more than a gathering; it was a powerful platform empowering women to embrace the opportunities technology presents for scaling and sustainability…

The Future Factory Forum Chennai Ignites SME Digital Transformation

Small Enterprise India

The Future Factory Forum, Chennai, held on 25th September 2025 at Taj Wellington Mews, marked a breakthrough moment for India’s manufacturing landscape. Organised by Small Enterprise India in association with K-Tech CoE Data Science & AI – NASSCOM and Madras Chamber MCCI, the event brought together 120+ SME leaders, 20 expert speakers, and 45+ curated B2B meetings with some of the country’s most innovative technology startups. A heartfelt thank you to every attendee, our eminent speakers, and dedicated partners — your presence, insights, and support made this event not just…

Skydo and Veem: Redefining Cross-Border Payments for India’s Global Entrepreneurs

Small Enterprise India

As Indian businesses continue to expand globally, seamless and compliant cross-border payment solutions have become a defining factor in their growth journey. In this context, Skydo, a Bengaluru-based cross-border payments platform, has emerged as a game-changer for exporters, freelancers, and SMEs looking to simplify international collections. Strengthening its mission further, Skydo recently announced a strategic partnership with Veem , a leading global payments provider trusted by over 1.1 million users worldwide. Through this collaboration, Skydo’s Instalinks now enable Indian businesses to receive USD payments directly from U.S. clients with greater…

EcoEx Raises USD $4 Million to Power Clean Tech Expansion; Eyes USD $20M Scale & IPO Plans

Small Enterprise India

EcoEx has secured USD $4 Million in a strategic funding round led by Dovetail Global Fund PCC, Navbharat Investment Fund, and Narnolia Velox Fund, with participation from domestic and international investors ahead of IPO preparation. The fresh capital will fuel technology enhancement, talent acquisition, expansion, and strengthening Clean Technology solutions as EcoEx scales its newly launched Waste Commodity App a first-of-its-kind mobile application enabling fully traceable and compliant digital trade of materials. “This funding marks a pivotal moment for EcoEx. With the support of global and domestic investors, we are…

CynLr and IISc Partner to Decode Biological Vision for Real-World Robotics

Small Enterprise India

CynLr, a foundational technology building company in Robotics and AI, has announced a strategic collaboration with the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), India’s premier science and engineering institution, to explore the intersection of neuroscience and robotics. The initiative, titled Visual Neuroscience for Cybernetics, is focused on developing perception-led robotic systems that adapt to the real world with the same flexibility as the human brain. The research aims to translate core principles from neuroscience into foundations for robotics. This includes studying how the brain handles depth, motion, and object continuity through…

Kalamassery Karshikotsavam 2025: Bridging Agriculture, Industry, and Innovation

Small Enterprise India

The bustling town of Kalamassery is once again in the spotlight as it hosts the third edition of the Kalamassery Agricultural Festival (Karshikotsavam), being held from August 26 to September 2, 2025, at Chakkolas Ground, Ernakulam. More than just a celebration, this festival is an inspiring convergence of agriculture, industry, innovation, culture, and community spirit—a platform where tradition meets progress and grassroots enterprise connects with modern development. Krishikkoppam Kalamassery: Reviving Agriculture, Empowering Farmers At a time when Kerala heavily relies on imported farm produce of uncertain quality, Kalamassery is rewriting…

SME-StartX: Catalysing Transformational Growth for Startup Innovators in Manufacturing

Small Enterprise India

The Future Factory Forum, held on June 27 at Taj Yeshwantpur, Bengaluru, marked a significant milestone in India’s SME manufacturing digitisation journey. Drawing over 150 SMEs from manufacturing and allied sectors, the forum offered a powerful platform for learning, collaboration, and future-readiness. However, what stood out as a game-changer this year was the SME-StartX initiative—a parallel event designed to connect innovative tech startups with their ideal SME clientele through focused, curated, one-to-one business meetings. A Breakthrough for Startups – One Day, One Platform, Real Connections For most tech startups, the…

From Machines to Intelligence: A Call for Digital Awakening in Indian SMEs

Small Enterprise India

At The Future Factory Forum held on 27th June at Taj Yeshwantpur, Bengaluru, Zubin Jagtiani, Co-Founder and CEO of Think7, delivered one of the most transformative sessions of the day. His talk, titled “From Machines to Intelligence: Unlocking SME Growth with Industrial IoT,” was more than a presentation. It was a reality check and a wake-up call for SMEs navigating today’s competitive manufacturing landscape. With over 25 years of experience, Zubin brought a rare combination of entrepreneurial empathy and technological foresight. A former SME owner himself, he understands the ground…

SME-StartX – Chennai Edition: Powering India’s Manufacturing with Startup Innovation

Small Enterprise India

After the resounding success of SME-StartX Bengaluru, held as part of The Future Factory Forum 2025, (view Event coverage) the momentum is now headed south to the industrial heartland of Tamil Nadu — Chennai. Scheduled for 21st August 2025, this next edition promises to be bigger, bolder, and even more impactful. Powered by Small Enterprise India, and supported by NASSCOM CoE – IoT & AI and Madras Chamber of Commerce & Industry (MCCI), The Future Factory Forum – Chennai is all set to become a transformative hub where innovative startups…

The Future Factory Forum 2025 Arrives in Chennai – Empowering Indian SME Manufacturing for a Digital Tomorrow

Small Enterprise India

After an overwhelming response from the manufacturing community in Bengaluru, where over 150 SME manufacturing leaders gathered under one roof, The Future Factory Forum 2025 is now heading to Chennai, India’s automobile manufacturing capital. Scheduled for 21 August 2025, this landmark event is not just another industry meet — it is a mission-driven movement to drive digital transformation, Industry 4.0 adoption, and smart automation across India’s SME manufacturing ecosystem. From Buzz to Breakthrough: The Bengaluru Momentum The first edition of The Future Factory Forum, held in Bengaluru on 27 June…

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