SMEVenture

30/06/2025

India’s manufacturing MSMEs are grappling with compliance costs of up to ₹17 lakh per year, reveals TeamLease RegTech. From 1,450 annual obligations to over 9,300 regulatory updates in a year, the burden is real—and reform is urgent.

Entrepreneurs are calling for digitised compliance, streamlined oversight, and improved support for exports, labour, and digital access. With 6.45 crore MSMEs in India, easing this regulatory chokehold is essential to unlock innovation and employment.

https://smeventure.com/msme-manufacturing-faces-heavy-compliance-costs-report/

30/06/2025

MSMEs in Tier II and III cities are witnessing a 20% surge in revenues post integration with the ONDC platform, according to data from EasyPay. States like Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Maharashtra are leading in onboarding numbers, showcasing the digital potential of small-town India.

Through field support, vernacular workshops, and storefront enablement, EasyPay’s collaboration with ONDC is helping democratize e-commerce access. With the government aiming to onboard 5 lakh MSMEs, initiatives like these signal a strong push for inclusive digital transformation.

https://smeventure.com/msmes-in-small-cities-gain-20-post-ondc-entry/

09/06/2025

Uttar Pradesh is taking a bold step to strengthen its MSME sector with the launch of a ₹125 crore flatted factory project in Greater Noida. This innovative, plug-and-play infrastructure is designed to support light manufacturing and storage operations for small businesses—helping overcome the typical land and capital hurdles faced by entrepreneurs.

Set to be completed within 24 months, the multi-storey complex will offer modern facilities including elevators, fire safety, and HVAC systems. It’s a major stride toward UP’s $1 trillion economy vision, and a clear sign of the state’s commitment to job creation and industrial growth.

https://smeventure.com/up-to-build-%e2%82%b9125-cr-flatted-factory-for-msmes/

28/05/2025

India has taken a significant step toward easing compliance for leather exporters. The DGFT has removed port restrictions and eliminated the CLRI testing requirement for exporting Finished, Wet Blue, and EI Tanned Leather.

This move is expected to reduce transaction costs, improve flexibility, and strengthen India’s role in the global leather value chain—particularly for MSME exporters.

https://smeventure.com/dgft-lifts-restrictions-on-leather-exports/

15/05/2025

At the ICGEB board meet, Dr. Jitendra Singh highlighted India’s biotech boom—from $10B in 2014 to $165.7B in 2024. With over 10,000 biotech startups, India is fast becoming the next global biotech hub.

He also dedicated India’s first public-funded bio-foundry, signalling deeper commitment to BioE3 policies and sustainable innovation.

https://smeventure.com/india-strengthens-global-biotech-push-at-icgeb-meet/

15/05/2025

To ensure public procurement aligns with Make in India rules, DPIIT is set to onboard a consultancy firm to vet government tenders. Over 250 tenders were found non-compliant this year alone.

This oversight move could strengthen local sourcing and hold contractors accountable to domestic manufacturing norms.

https://smeventure.com/dpiit-to-vet-govt-tenders-for-make-in-india-compliance/

15/05/2025

The government has expanded the Credit Guarantee Scheme for Startups, doubling the loan guarantee limit to ₹20 crore and reducing annual guarantee fees for champion sectors to 1%.

This move is aimed at improving early-stage funding access, derisking startup lending, and boosting innovation-led growth. Is your startup ready to benefit?

https://smeventure.com/%e2%82%b920-cr-loan-cap-approved-under-expanded-cgss/

06/05/2025

A new GTRI report highlights that Indian SMEs have a golden opportunity to tap into a $100 billion export gap caused by US tariffs on Chinese goods. From kitchenware to electric appliances, clusters like Sivakasi, Aligarh, and Ludhiana could scale rapidly if incentives and compliance support align.

With China’s share falling and India’s at just 2.9%, will Indian SMEs act swiftly enough to capture this rare opening?

https://smeventure.com/tariff-shift-opens-100b-export-market-for-indian-smes/

06/05/2025

A new report by Ambit Capital highlights how India's EV shift is reshaping the auto component industry. While engine component manufacturers face existential risks, the rise of EVs is creating new opportunities in batteries, traction motors, and advanced tech like ADAS.

With two-wheeler EV pe*******on expected to hit 21% by FY29, suppliers who adapt to the transition could unlock massive value.

Can Indian manufacturers lead this shift despite import competition?

https://smeventure.com/ev-boom-reshapes-auto-component-sector-in-india/

06/05/2025

India’s startup ecosystem is witnessing a major hiring rebound, with job postings rising 32% year-on-year, according to foundit’s latest report. Growth is expanding into Tier-2 cities like Coimbatore, Jaipur, and Lucknow, signalling a shift towards a more distributed and sustainable model.

As startups prioritise experience over fresher hiring and target long-term resilience, will India’s new startup hubs redefine the next phase of innovation?

https://smeventure.com/startup-hiring-in-india-jumps-32-tier-2-cities-shine/

05/05/2025

The government’s CBFTE scheme is empowering India's first-time MSME exporters by reimbursing key export-related costs such as registration, insurance, and quality certification.

If your business is registered on the Udyam portal and your IEC code is within three years, you could be eligible for this financial support. Explore how this initiative is boosting India's small businesses to go global.

https://smeventure.com/cbfte-scheme-financial-support-for-new-msme-exporters/

First-time MSME exporters can claim reimbursement for RCMC fees, insurance premiums, and certification costs under the CBFTE scheme.

05/05/2025

The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) has announced a three-day national conclave from May 16 to 18 in Delhi and Vrindavan. Targeting major e-commerce and quick commerce companies like Amazon, Flipkart, Blinkit, Swiggy Instamart, and Zepto, CAIT aims to mobilise a nationwide movement against alleged unfair market practices.

With over 100 trade leaders expected to participate, the conclave will finalise plans for agitational programs in 500 cities. Will India's small retailers finally get the regulatory action they've long demanded?

https://smeventure.com/cait-to-launch-nationwide-movement-against-e-commerce-giants/

CAIT announces a three-day conclave to strategize nationwide protests against alleged unethical practices by major e-commerce firms.