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Written by our experts in plain English. Current changes in GST, Labour Codes, DPDP, MSME rules, government schemes and the global events that move your numbers.

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GST

GST 2.0: the new 5% and 18% slabs explained for MSMEs

From 22 September 2025 India moved to a simpler two-slab GST. Here is what changed, what it means for your pricing, and the compliance steps to take now.

7 min read · Updated 2025-26

Labour

The four Labour Codes are live: a compliance checklist for employers

Effective 21 November 2025, four codes replace 29 old laws. Appointment letters, revised wage definition, PF/ESI impact and what every employer must fix.

8 min read · Updated 2025-26

DPDP

DPDP Rules 2025: what the new data-protection law means for your business

The DPDP Rules were notified in November 2025 with a phased rollout. Consent, breach notification, data retention and the practical steps for Indian MSMEs.

7 min read · Updated 2025-26

MSME

MSME reforms 2025: revised limits, Udyam and bigger credit cover

From April 2025 the investment and turnover limits were raised sharply. See the new Micro, Small and Medium thresholds and why re-registering matters.

6 min read · Updated 2025-26

Funding

Government funding schemes every Indian MSME should know in 2025

Mudra, CGTMSE, PMEGP, Stand-Up India, PM Vishwakarma and more — a plain-English guide to which scheme fits your business and how to apply.

9 min read · Updated 2025-26

Finance

How global conflict affects Indian MSME finance — and how to protect your business

Oil prices, the rupee, supply chains and interest rates: a practical look at how geopolitical shocks reach a small Indian business, and how to stay resilient.

8 min read · Analysis

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