World Bank data highlights a lack of government programmes that provide women entrepreneurs access to finance and training, which can support them in opening and running a business.
Meena Bindra launched her memoir, A Stitch in Time: The Biba Story, published by Rupa Books in Gurugram's DLF Camellias. It was attended by Smriti Irani among others.
Goa is among India’s top states for female-led startups, with over a third run by women—well above national average of 18%. Ease of doing business & work-life balance are big draws.
It is crucial for rural women entrepreneurs to be aware of initiatives like Digital India, UPI, and the AI-powered language translation platform 'Bhashini'.
Platforms like Leap.club, Sheroes and Kool Kanya are building exclusive hybrid communities for women across demographics and fields to network, upskill and find jobs.
Women self-help groups are creating livelihood opportunities for residents of East Kameng. A prime example is ‘LOKAL’, which sells goods sourced from the remotest parts of the state.
Krea University researchers surveyed 2,083 non-agricultural enterprises in Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, and Odisha to examine the impact of Covid-19 on women-led MSMEs.
IAF is firming up plans to revamp airlift capabilities with medium transport aircraft that will be assembled in India & serve as its main workhorse. Embraer is leading contender as of now.
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