
Tier-2 cities lead digital credit adoption, while salaried women score higher than men, according to the Digital Credit and Inclusion Index 2026.

Nearly one in five AI learners comes from Tier II cities such as Lucknow, Patna, Jaipur, Indore, Nagpur, Chengalpattu and Coimbatore, according to Scaler's India AI Workforce Report 2026, a study of career outcomes among India's AI-skilled workforce.
India's online food delivery market is set for rapid expansion. Growth will be fueled by more frequent orders and wider reach into Tier-2 cities. Average order values are also expected to climb. This sector is projected to reach nearly USD 27 billion by 2030.…
Indian companies are focusing on growth in tier-2 and tier-3 cities, known as Bharat. However, their boardrooms do not reflect this market. Boards are dominated by individuals from tier-1 cities. This disconnect impacts strategy. Companies need directors with…