Category: Business

India–Oman CEPA: Transforming Centuries of Trust into the Next Generation of Economic Partnership

2 June 202611 July 2026 Perumal Koshy No Comments

The signing and impending implementation of the India–Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) comes at a time when international trade relationships are being reassessed. Businesses are diversifying supply chains, countries are seeking dependable economic partners, and enterprises are exploring markets where long-term cooperation and investment opportunities can be developed. The India–Oman CEPA should therefore not…

Business, FEATURED, Free Trade, India, News, Opinion, SMEs, TOP STORIES

Rungta Tea Marks 24 Years with 92% Distributor Retention, Outlines Ambitious Expansion

2 January 202627 January 2026 Editor No Comments

Rungta Tea marks 24 years in India’s FMCG sector with an exceptional 92% distributor retention rate, underscoring a relationship-led distribution model built on quality, transparency, and trust. With strong manufacturing capabilities in Siliguri and rising demand for its Real Gold brand across North and East India, the company is now gearing up for accelerated expansion…

Business, FEATURED, Leadership, News, TOP STORIES

Start Your Drone Business: Aquiline Drones Franchise Program for Veterans

18 October 202518 October 2025 Editor No Comments

Hartford, CT – In a move set to transform the drone sector, a new initiative is providing U.S. military veterans with a direct path to entrepreneurship in the rapidly growing unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) market. Aquiline Drones (AD), a Connecticut-based drone manufacturer and AI systems company, has partnered with Ryder System, Inc. and Vets to…

Business, Technology, TOP STORIES

Techwave Named Finalist in Two Categories at PAY360 Awards 2025

18 September 202518 September 2025 Svetlana M No Comments

Hyderabad, 9 September 2025 – Techwave, a global IT and engineering solutions provider, has been shortlisted as a finalist at the PAY360 Awards 2025 in two prestigious categories: Outstanding Customer Engagement Programme and Best FX Initiative. The recognition highlights Techwave’s commitment to innovation and customer-centric solutions in the financial services sector. Its Best FX Initiative…

Business, innovation, News

A New Landmark Report Calls for Rethinking SME Policies, Digital Readiness, and Sustainable Growth

13 August 202528 September 2025 Perumal Koshy No Comments

Enterprising Futures: Global SME Insights 2025 New Delhi, India – August 2025 – A new 276-page flagship report, Enterprising Futures: Global SME Insights 2025, calls for a fundamental rethinking of how small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are supported in a rapidly changing global economy. Drawing on 25 thematic chapters and 12 expert commentaries from leading…

Africa, AI, Business, Circular Economy, Cyber Security, Data, Doing business, E-Commerce, Entreprenurs, Enviornment, ESG, FEATURED, Green Energy, Leadership, Manufacturing, News, SMEs, Startups, Technology, TOP STORIES

Authoritarianism Begins at Work: Why Businesses Must Guard Against the Psychology of Control

7 August 20257 August 2025 Perumal Koshy No Comments

In times of crisis or transition, the temptation to cling to certainty becomes dangerously appealing. But when certainty turns into absolutism—the belief that “whatever I think, believe, or say is correct, and only my version is valid”—we cross into the realm of authoritarian psychology. This mindset, at its extreme, has historically laid the foundation for…

Business, FEATURED, Human Capital, India, Leadership, Opinion, start-up, TOP STORIES

Cyber Insurance: A Critical Shield for SMEs in 2025 and Beyond

28 July 202528 July 2025 Perumal Koshy No Comments

Cybersecurity insurance offers vital financial protection for SMEs, covering losses from business interruptions, regulatory fines, legal costs, and reputational damage. In today’s threat-heavy digital landscape, it’s not a backup plan — it’s a critical pillar of enterprise risk management. In today’s hyperconnected economy, cyber threats have moved beyond the domain of large corporations to become…

Business, Cyber Security, Data, Data Privacy, Technology, TOP STORIES

Why the Old HR Model No Longer Works

9 July 20259 July 2025 Perumal Koshy No Comments

In today’s rapidly evolving workplace, one fundamental question is rarely asked aloud but deeply felt across boardrooms and break rooms alike:Is Human Resources as we know it dying? The short answer is: yes—and it should be. Traditional HR, with its roots in industrial-era management, is increasingly out of place in modern organizations. Once the gatekeepers…

Business, Human Capital, Leadership, Opinion

Your CV Is Not Their Commodity: Rethinking Digital Hiring Ethics

7 July 20257 July 2025 Perumal Koshy No Comments

Your Privacy Is Not a Price Tag Governments must act decisively to protect worker data in the digital age. This means enacting dedicated labour data protection laws that go beyond general privacy frameworks. These laws must regulate how CVs, employment histories, and personal identifiers are collected, stored, shared, and deleted. In today’s digital hiring economy,…

Business, FEATURED, Human Capital, Opinion, TOP STORIES

Strengthening MSMEs for India’s Economic Future

27 June 202527 June 2025 Sandeep R Manakeshwar No Comments

Sandeep R Manakeshwar explores the critical role of India’s 63 million MSMEs in driving national economic growth, contributing significantly to GDP and exports. Despite their immense potential, these enterprises face persistent challenges, including informality, limited access to finance and technology, and skill deficits. Manakeshwar delves into these bottlenecks and offers strategic policy recommendations to foster…

Business, FEATURED, Opinion, Reviews, SMEs