Government Jobs

India Budget 2026: Schemes on cards to give women more financial muscle

Union Budget: Customised credit cards, loan products and women-focused insurance plans may be key announcements as the government is looking to build on the measures unveiled in the FY26 budget, including the Grameen Credit Score and credit support for first-time entrepreneurs.

Government Jobs

Indian carriers to induct about 100 aircraft annually for 15 years: Minister

India is adopting a multi-pronged strategy to boost international flights from its expanding airport network. The government aims for Indian airports and airlines to realize their full potential by facilitating direct flights between domestic and international hubs. This initiative aligns with significant aircraft inductions by Indian carriers over the coming years.

Industry Trends

Investment plans heavy on infra, consumer sector lags

New investment announcements in India surged to Rs 26.62 lakh crore in the first nine months of FY26, driven by electricity, chemicals, and metals. Infrastructure-oriented industries attracted nearly half of these plans, with Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and Maharashtra leading in proposed investments.

Startup Funding

Fino’s small fin bank plan: Secured loans

Fino Payments Bank is set to transform into a small finance bank. This move will allow it to expand secured lending. The bank plans to separate its business correspondent arm. Fino has a strong digital-first, transaction-led model. It boasts over 20 lakh merchants and 1.6 crore customers. This provides a ready base for deposits and loans.

Hiring News

Social Security Code: Focus on childcare benefits is back

India Inc is significantly boosting childcare budgets, with 60% of companies planning higher spends, doubling their investment from three years ago. This surge, driven by the upcoming Social Security Code mandating crèche facilities, highlights a shift towards childcare as a key tool for talent retention and diversity. Companies are increasingly adopting gender-neutral policies to support working parents.

Industry Trends

Saks in Talks for $1 Billion Bankruptcy Loan to Keep Doors Open

Saks Global Enterprises is looking to line up a loan of as much as $1 billion to keep the business running as part of a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing that could happen in coming weeks, according to people familiar with the situation.

Government Jobs

'Khelega India!': Sports, fitness may soon be part of skills training

India is integrating sports and fitness into its skill training programs, aiming to enhance trainees' physical resilience and provide a potential second income. This initiative, inspired by Prime Minister Modi's vision, will include mandatory yoga and self-defense training at skill institutes, with certification opportunities. The government also plans to develop sports infrastructure on campus, tailored to regional strengths.

Industry Trends

India mulls tax exemption for sovereign wealth funds’ equity gains amid heavy foreign outflows

India may exempt Sovereign Wealth Funds and patient capital from taxes on Indian stock market earnings. This proposal aims to attract stable foreign investment following significant sell-offs by foreign fund managers. The government is examining extending these benefits to other long-term investors like pension funds. Such a move could boost capital inflows into the Indian equity market.