In India, Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are the backbone of the country’s economic growth, generating employment and contributing significantly to the GDP. However, accessing credit has often been a significant challenge for such enterprises, especially for startups and small-scale businesses. This is where responsible lending plays a transformative role. At LendingKart, responsible lending […]
Integrating AI into Small Businesses: Lessons from the India AI Impact Summit 2026
It wasn’t long ago that the term ‘Artificial Intelligence’ led to images of glossy sci-fi films or multi-billion dollar tech giants in Silicon Valley playing with supercomputers. For the average textile merchant in Ahmedabad or the cafe owner in Pune, AI felt worlds away; something expensive, complicated, and frankly, unnecessary. But the wind is
There is a phrase you hear often in tech circles: “The future is being written in code.” But if you were standing in New Delhi this week, you would have realised that the future is not just being coded; it is being debated, shaped, and reimagined by the very people who will live in
The Rise of Women Leaders in Indian Startups: 45% Now Have Female Directors
Take a look at the latest photographs of boardroom meetings across Bengaluru, Mumbai, or Gurgaon. Notice anything different? The sea of navy-blue suits and silk ties is finally being broken up by vibrant colours and diverse perspectives. We are witnessing a quiet, yet powerful revolution. For the longest time, the narrative around Indian startups
Why the Delhi Govt May Waive ₹80 Crore Loan for a Loss-Making MSME Lender and What It Means for Small Business Finance
Recently, a piece of news from the capital has caught the eye of the financial world. The Delhi government is reportedly planning to waive an ₹80 crore loan owed by one of its own entities, the Delhi Financial Corporation (DFC). Why? Because the corporation has been declared financially and operationally obsolete. Now, you might
Three-Pronged MSME Support Plan: Breaking Down Budget 2026’s Credit, Tax, and Compliance Reforms
The dust has finally settled on the Finance Minister’s speech. The TV debates have quieted down, and now comes the most important part for you, the business owner: figuring out what it all actually means. Every year, we hear big numbers and ambitious targets. But this year, the narrative feels slightly different. The government
200 Legacy Industrial Clusters to be Revived: Budget 2026’s Regional Manufacturing Push
India’s industrial strength is reflected in its 200 legacy manufacturing clusters, centres of skilled labour and generations of experience. Yet, many remain held back by outdated technology, weak infrastructure, and inefficiencies that limit their potential in today’s competitive market. To address this, Union Budget India 2026, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, lays out
