The government is preparing to relaunch the Stand-Up India scheme with modifications aimed at providing enhanced benefits to SC/ST and women entrepreneurs. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman informed Parliament that lessons from the original scheme, which ended in March 2025, are being incorporated into the new version.
The Reserve Bank of India has proposed allowing banks to finance Indian companies for domestic or overseas acquisitions. The draft sets eligibility criteria, financing limits, and safeguards, aiming to promote strategic investments while ensuring responsible lending practices
