Industry seeks payment in rupee for domestic supplies at maiden SEZ reforms stakeholder consultationSEZ developers are urging the government to allow domestic sales in Indian Rupees, citing subdued global demand. They also proposed job wor...
30 Jun, 2026, 10.15 PM IST
EU unveils new steel import quotas to protect its industry from overcapacity, reserves half for FTA partnersThe European Commission has implemented new quotas to curb duty-free steel imports, aiming to bolster the EU's steel sector and boost capac...
30 Jun, 2026, 02.44 PM IST
Trade disruptions, API dependence, compliance costs: Pharma MSMEs spell out policy priorities on World MSME DayIndian pharmaceutical MSMEs are facing immense pressure from rising costs, supply chain woes, and stringent regulations. Industry represent...
27 Jun, 2026, 11.45 AM IST
Powering India's MSMEs: Why reliable energy must become part of manufacturing strategyIndia's MSMEs may power the country's manufacturing ambitions, but their competitiveness ultimately depends on something far more basic—rel...
27 Jun, 2026, 10.31 AM IST
World MSME Day: Chemical industry seeks policy support to boost competitiveness amid global trade disruptionsIndian chemical industry leaders are urging a policy overhaul to boost competitiveness ahead of World MSME Day 2026. They highlight the nee...
27 Jun, 2026, 09.55 AM IST
Cotton duty or competitiveness? The bigger challenge facing India’s $190 billion textile industryThe government’s temporary import duty relief may ease pressure on mills and exporters, but industry experts say deeper problems in product...
26 Jun, 2026, 12.48 PM IST
World MSME Day: Global trade risks weigh on MSMEs; industry seeks competitiveness-focused reformsIndian MSMEs are urging a policy overhaul to boost global competitiveness, citing challenges from geopolitical shifts and supply chain disr...
26 Jun, 2026, 12.42 PM IST
World MSME Day: What India’s recent FTAs and trade deals mean for MSMEsWhile FTAs have opened global markets for MSMEs, experts say future deals should be designed more carefully to help small firms compete at ...
26 Jun, 2026, 12.14 PM IST
US trade deal to be on the day India secures tariff edge: Piyush GoyalIndia's impending trade agreement with the US is centered on gaining a tariff advantage over competitors like China and Vietnam, as asserte...
26 Jun, 2026, 08.39 AM IST
Piyush Goyal to visit London before India-UK CETA comes into forceCommerce Minister Piyush Goyal's UK visit from June 25-27 aims to finalize preparations for the India-UK CETA and DCC, set to launch July 1...
24 Jun, 2026, 06.39 PM IST
Explained: Why textile stocks are delivering up to 14% returns for investors on Wednesday?Textile stocks rallied sharply on Wednesday after brokerages turned bullish on the sector, citing improving global demand, favourable trade...
24 Jun, 2026, 02.48 PM IST
India-US trade talks gather pace as tariff clock ticksIndia and the US are pushing for an interim trade pact, with high-level talks led by Piyush Goyal and Jamieson Greer aiming for a deal befo...
24 Jun, 2026, 01.14 AM IST
Meet with Jamieson Greer today; Piyush Goyal says India seeking export edge in US trade dealGoyal said he would be "happy" if a deal is finalised before July 24, when Washington's temporary 10% tariff on trading partners is due to ...
22 Jun, 2026, 11.57 PM IST
India seeks tariff advantage over peers in push to finalise US trade dealIndia's trade minister, Piyush Goyal, revealed on Monday that a trade agreement with the United States is experiencing delays. The primary ...
22 Jun, 2026, 06.35 PM IST
India, US to hold ministerial-level talks on bilateral trade pact this weekIn a significant development, India and the US are set to conclude the first phase of their trade agreement this week. Commerce Minister Pi...
21 Jun, 2026, 03.56 PM IST
India, US trade deal can't be implemented until we have 'competitive advantage': Piyush GoyalCommerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday said India cannot implement the proposed trade agreement with the United States unt...
20 Jun, 2026, 06.39 PM IST
India-UK FTA levels the playing field for apparel exporters, says Pearl Global's Pallab BanerjeeIndia's apparel exports are set for a significant boost with the new UK Free Trade Agreement, finally removing a long-standing 10-12% tarif...
18 Jun, 2026, 12.03 PM IST