Category: News & Analysis

NASSCOM CoE Leads the Way: Helping SMEs Embrace Industry 4.0 and Digital Transformation

Small Enterprise India

At The Future Factory Forum held on 27th June at Taj Yeshwantpur, Bengaluru, one of the most enlightening and action-oriented sessions came from Vasuki Kashyap, who leads the SME Initiatives at nasscom SME Connect. His powerful session titled “Industry 4.0 Readiness for SMEs – Transforming Challenges to Opportunities through Digital Adoption” resonated deeply with the audience of over 150 manufacturing SMEs. Watch Video Vasuki opened his talk with an overview of the NASSCOM SME initiatives, a flagship program supported by MeitY Startup Hub and K-tech, with Centres of Excellence located…

A Flagship Event That Inspires Transformation – The Future Factory Forum 2025 Kicks Off on a High Note

Small Enterprise India

Marking a new era for India’s SME manufacturing sector, The Future Factory Forum 2025 was launched on 27 June’25, as a much-anticipated flagship event aimed at driving digital transformation, Industry 4.0 adoption, AI/ML and automation in small and medium manufacturing units. The event couldn’t have come at a more symbolic time — it coincided with International MSME Day, underscoring its commitment to empowering Indian MSMEs to leap into the future. Held at Taj Yeshwanthpur, Bengaluru, the inaugural edition brought together SME manufacturers, innovators, policymakers, and technology enablers on a single…

Kerala: A Model State for Ease of Doing Business and a New Era of MSME Growth with Mission 1000

Small Enterprise India

Kerala, often celebrated for its natural beauty and cultural richness as God’s Own Country, is emerging as one of India’s most promising destinations for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). With its progressive governance, robust infrastructure, and pro-business policies, Kerala is steadily transforming its economic landscape — setting a remarkable example for the rest of the country in terms of ease of doing business. At the heart of this transformation is the state government’s ambitious flagship initiative — Mission 1000 — a campaign launched to propel the growth of Kerala’s…

Kaamhai Unveils Revolutionary Workforce Hiring Platform at NRAI Bangalore, Sets New Benchmark for the Hospitality Sector

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Kaamhai, a next-generation workforce hiring and management platform, made a significant mark at the recently held NRAI- National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI) Bangalore Chapter event. As industry leaders gathered to address key operational challenges on (date and Venue), Kaamhai emerged as a transformative solution designed to streamline how hospitality businesses hire, manage, and retain skilled workers. Addressing a Critical Industry Pain Point India’s unorganised sector contributes 50% of the GDP and employs 80% of the workforce, yet there is no structured process or system for hiring and managing unorganised…

Grand Finale of SBI College Youth Ideathon 2025 Showcases India’s Brightest Young Innovators

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Top 10 College Startups Announced; Vivek Wadhwa Delivers Inspiring Closing Keynote The Grand Finale of SBI College Youth Ideathon (CYI) 2025), India’s best entrepreneurship launchpad for college students, held at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi, which has emerged as the academic capital of Indian entrepreneurship. The event brought together the country’s most promising student entrepreneurs in an inspiring celebration of innovation, ambition, and transformative ideas. Jointly organised by IIT Delhi, MEPSC (under the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship), and ThinkStartup Foundation, with State Bank of India (SBI)…

Startup Mahakumbh 2025 Concludes, Showcasing India’s Innovation Prowess

Small Enterprise India

The second edition of Startup Mahakumbh , held from April 3 to 5, 2025, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, concluded successfully, reinforcing India’s position as a burgeoning global startup hub. The event attracted over 3,000 exhibiting startups, 1,000 investors, and 1,000 incubators and accelerators. With more than 10,000 delegates and 50,000 business visitors from across India and 50 country delegations, the Mahakumbh served as a melting pot of innovation and collaboration. Organised by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) and supported by key industry stakeholders such…

SME-StartX: Empowering SMEs to Scale Through Startup Innovation

Small Enterprise India

An Initiative by Small Enterprise India In today’s fast-evolving digital economy, Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are under increasing pressure to innovate, grow, and remain competitive. But unlike large corporates with massive budgets and access to cutting-edge technology, most SMEs face challenges in adopting the right solutions that can help them scale efficiently. This is where SME-StartX steps in — a groundbreaking initiative by Small Enterprise India aimed at transforming the growth journey of Indian SMEs by connecting them with the country’s most dynamic startups. The Vision Behind SME-StartX SME-StartX…

Small Enterprise Innovation Exchange (SME-StartX): Empowering Startups to Drive SME Transformation with Cutting-Edge Innovation

Small Enterprise India

Small Enterprise India proudly presents the Small Enterprise Innovation Exchange (SME-StartX) — a dedicated platform designed to connect SMEs with groundbreaking Startup solutions that can revolutionise their business operations. SME-StartX facilitates one-to-one meetings between startups offering AI, Deeptech & Cybersecurity, HealthTech & BioTech, AgriTech, Energy & Climate Tech, D2C & FinTech, Gaming & Sports, B2B & Precision Manufacturing, Defence & Space Tech, Robotics, Mobility, and more, and SMEs looking to adopt next-generation technologies. Through this unique initiative, SMEs will gain direct access to customised business solutions, helping them enhance efficiency,…

Small Enterprise Innovation Exchange : Connecting Startups with SMEs for a Digital Future (SME – StartX)

Small Enterprise India

India’s startup ecosystem is a thriving hub of innovation and opportunity, undergoing an extraordinary transformation, positioning itself as one of the most dynamic and influential in the world. With over 100,000 startups, more than 100 unicorns, and a wave of innovation spanning multiple industries, India is carving a global footprint in entrepreneurship. The driving force behind this remarkable growth is a combination of government initiatives, investor enthusiasm, and the resilience of Indian entrepreneurs. As India moves towards its centenary of independence in 2047, the government has set forth an ambitious…

From Dreams to Degrees: The Ultimate Step-by-Step Guide to Studying Abroad!

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Studying abroad is a transformative experience for every student. It broadens one’s academic horizons, builds independence, and is a gateway to the global job market. In India, the interest in studying abroad has gained tremendous momentum among students in recent years. As per the data provided by the Ministry of External Affairs in 2024, there were over 1.3 million Indian students studying abroad, with Canada one of the leading study abroad destinations amongst Indian students, with 427,000 Indian students, followed by the USA with 337,630 students, the UK with 185,000…

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