RBI took strict action against Paytm Payments Bank by imposing restrictions on its banking services. The main reasons included KYC violations, compliance issues, and supervisory concerns. Following the action, Paytm started gradually shutting down its banking operations.
Venture Capital (VC) is an investment system where investors fund high-growth startups in exchange for equity. VC firms not only provide capital but also offer business guidance, scaling support, and valuable industry connections.
Product Market Fit is a stage where a product solves a real market need so effectively that people start using it regularly and its demand grows naturally. In the startup world, PMF is considered one of the most important stages because a business cannot achieve long-term growth without it.
Bootstrapping is the process of running a startup or business without external funding, using personal savings, profits, or limited resources. Founders try to grow the business with low expenses and minimal dependence on investors. This model gives startups greater control and flexibility.
A startup is a new company or business idea that aims to achieve rapid growth through innovation and technology. India’s startup culture is growing quickly, with AI, fintech, and digital platform-based startups attracting strong investor interest.
An important banking alert has been issued for NRIs. Continuing to use a regular resident savings account after becoming an NRI is considered a violation of FEMA and RBI rules. Failure to convert the account into an NRO or NRE account on time may lead to account freeze, penalties, or legal action.
India’s startup ecosystem is witnessing strong growth again, with funding activity rising significantly in early 2026. Major investments through Venture Capital (VC) and Private Equity (PE) indicate growing investor confidence in the market. The rapid rise of AI-based startups is one of the biggest reasons behind this momentum.
To calculate tax on salary, deductions like standard deduction, PF, and Section 80C are subtracted from gross salary. The remaining taxable income is then taxed as per slab rates. Tax rates differ under old and new tax regimes, affecting the final tax amount.
HS Code (Harmonized System Code) is an international product classification system that assigns unique codes to goods. It is used in import–export for customs duty, taxation, and documentation. Using the wrong HS Code can lead to penalties and clearance delays.
