Category: Business

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

Smart Mobility Surge: Automotive Electronics Market to Reach USD 455 Billion by 2032

18 June 202518 June 2025 Perumal Koshy No Comments

The global automotive electronics market is entering a dynamic new era, with projections indicating a leap from USD 255 billion in 2023 to approximately USD 455 billion by 2032. This robust expansion, as reported by DataIntelo, is underpinned by a 6.5% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) and signals significant opportunities for SMEs and startups in…

Business, Manufacturing, Reports

What Lies Between Success and Failure for Start-up Ventures?

12 June 202512 June 2025 Perumal Koshy No Comments

The line between success and failure for entrepreneurs—particularly startup founders—is often blurred. It’s not capital, visibility, or even a brilliant idea that determines longevity. It’s character. Values. And the ability to remain grounded when success tempts ego and shortcuts. Generational family-run businesses offer valuable lessons here. Many operate within a disciplined framework honed over decades—sometimes…

Business, FEATURED, SMEs, Startups, Sustainable Development, TOP STORIES

World MSME Day: A Global Commemoration of Entrepreneurial Vitality

15 May 202512 June 2025 Editor No Comments

Observed annually on June 27th, World MSME Day highlights the indispensable role of Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises as pivotal drivers of global job creation, innovation, and sustainable development. World Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day (MSME Day), observed annually on June 27th, serves as a pivotal international observance to recognize and celebrate the immense…

Business, News, Opinion, Reports, SMEs, Updates, Videos

Russia and UAE Near Historic Free Trade Zone Agreement: A Boost for SMEs

29 April 202529 April 2025 Editor No Comments

In a significant step toward deepening economic ties, Russia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are finalizing a free trade zone agreement between the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and the UAE, with a target signing date by the end of 2025. Announced by Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexei Overchuk on April 28, 2025, the deal…

Business, News, Opinion, Politics, Reports, SMEs

STRIVE Initiative Strengthens India’s ITI Ecosystem, Boosts Female Participation and Learning Outcomes

14 December 202417 December 2024 Svetlana M No Comments

New Delhi, December 13, 2024 – The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) showcased the achievements of its STRIVE (Skills Strengthening for Industrial Value Enhancement) initiative during an event at Kaushal Bhawan. The program, supported by the World Bank, has significantly enhanced India’s Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) by improving infrastructure, learning outcomes, and inclusivity…

Business, Human Capital, innovation, Leadership, News, TOP STORIES, Young Entreprenurs

UK SMEs Confident About 2025 Growth, Driven by Local Connections

11 December 202411 December 2024 Editor No Comments

A new Aviva survey reveals that an impressive 89% of UK small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are optimistic about expanding their businesses in 2025. This confidence is fueled by strong ties to their local communities, which 75% of SMEs credit as a key factor in their success. Local talent emerges as a game-changer, with 91%…

Business, FEATURED, News, SMEs, TOP STORIES

Tech Investors Back Veeam in $2 Billion Deal, Valuation Surges to $15 Billion

5 December 20245 December 2024 Editor No Comments

Tech Investors Back Veeam in Billion Deal, Valuation Surges to Billion

The new capital positions Veeam for strategic acquisitions, partnerships, and the advancement of its cloud-first and AI-driven offerings. As the tech landscape evolves, investors view Veeam’s consistent revenue growth, profitability, and industry leadership as a strong foundation for continued market dominance. The transaction is expected to finalize by early 2025, pending regulatory approvals.

Business, FEATURED, News, TOP STORIES

Solutions+ Launches Project Decarb 2.0: Empowering Abu Dhabi SMEs to Lead the Net Zero Journey

5 December 20245 December 2024 Editor No Comments

Abu Dhabi, UAE – December 5, 2024: In a pioneering move to accelerate sustainability efforts across Abu Dhabi’s business landscape, Solutions+, a Mubadala company, has announced the launch of Project Decarb 2.0. This ambitious initiative is designed to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in their decarbonization efforts, aligning with the UAE’s Net Zero by…

Business, Enviornment, ESG, SMEs