Entrepreneurship

UP’s Microfinance Schemes Empower Women Entrepreneurs

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Microfinance in Uttar Pradesh is transforming women’s lives by providing collateral-free loans, fostering entrepreneurship, and promoting financial inclusion. Over 60 million women in India benefit from such schemes, with UP leading in SHG-led initiatives. These programs offer financial literacy, low-interest loans, and community support, enabling women to start businesses and achieve economic independence, significantly impacting … Read more

UP Boosts Women’s Empowerment with New SHG Loan Schemes

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Over 1.5 lakh women in Uttar Pradesh will benefit from new loan schemes under Self-Help Groups (SHGs), aimed at fostering entrepreneurship and financial independence. The state government has allocated ₹2,000 crore to provide low-interest, collateral-free loans up to ₹5 lakh, targeting rural and semi-urban women to start or expand businesses, enhancing their economic and social … Read more

UP’s New Startup Grants Empower Women Entrepreneurs

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“The Uttar Pradesh government has launched new startup grants to boost women entrepreneurship, offering financial aid, mentorship, and resources. Aimed at fostering innovation, these grants target women-led startups in diverse sectors. With streamlined application processes and support from Startup India, the initiative seeks to bridge the gender gap in India’s startup ecosystem, empowering women to … Read more

Bihar’s MSME Revolution: Zero-Interest Loans to Empower Small Businesses

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“Bihar’s government has launched a groundbreaking zero-interest loan scheme for MSMEs, announced on June 27, 2025, to fuel small business growth. Offering up to ₹10 lakh without collateral, the initiative aims to boost entrepreneurship, create jobs, and drive economic development. With streamlined applications via digital platforms, the scheme targets youth and women entrepreneurs to transform … Read more

Nitish Kumar Announces ₹10 Lakh Loans for Bihar Startups

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Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar unveiled a startup loan scheme on 14 June 2025, offering up to ₹10 lakh interest-free loans, with ₹5 lakh as a subsidy, to boost entrepreneurship. Aimed at youth and women, the initiative seeks to create jobs and foster economic growth. Over 1,500 startups have already registered under the Bihar Startup … Read more