India, Mexico begin talks for trade pact; aim to boost commerce, investmentsIndia and Mexico have initiated negotiations for a preferential trade agreement to enhance bilateral trade and investment. The agreement ai...
28 Oct, 2026, 05.47 PM IST
Textile PLI scheme likely to be extended by four years with easier norms for MSMEsThe government plans to extend the PLI scheme for textiles for four years with easier criteria. This initiative aims to increase participat...
27 Oct, 2026, 11.24 PM IST
India considers measures to boost local production of 100 critical inputs to cut import reliance, government official saysIndia is taking steps to encourage the local manufacturing of 100 key items that are currently imported. This initiative aims to decrease d...
27 Oct, 2026, 07.09 PM IST
US, Brazil and Israel elections put India’s trade worth billions in focusRecent elections in the US, Brazil, and Israel may impact India's trade negotiations and economic partnerships. The US is close to finalizi...
27 Oct, 2026, 04.45 PM IST
Centre working on integrated tax framework for textile sector to ease duty burden on raw materials and machineryAn integrated tax framework for India's textile sector is being developed to improve competitiveness in global markets. This framework will...
27 Oct, 2026, 07.54 AM IST
Cotton shortage set to worsen as new deals drive export demandThe impact of El Nino weather conditions could further hurt domestic production, expected to fall by 3.4% to a new low in the 2026-27 crop ...
27 Oct, 2026, 12.08 AM IST
ET Business Growth Summit, Nagpur: Maharashtra minister Jaiswal calls for a rethink of industrial incentives to ease investor stressET Business Growth Summit in Nagpur highlighted land shortages, financing constraints, and rising energy costs as major challenges.
26 Oct, 2026, 03.53 PM IST
India expected to extend duty-free cotton imports through December, sources sayIndia is expected to extend the 11% customs duty exemption on cotton imports until the end of December to ease supply shortages, lower dome...
26 Oct, 2026, 03.26 PM IST
India's textile industry targets $350 billion by 2030 as exports rebound, costs rise: ReportIndia's textile industry has seen significant growth, expanding to nearly USD 190 billion in FY26. The sector aims for USD 350 billion by 2...
26 Oct, 2026, 02.53 PM IST
Bihar unveils 1,670-acre manufacturing city with Rs 16,500 crore investment potentialBihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary launched the logo and portal for the integrated manufacturing city in Gayaji. This project aims to at...
24 Oct, 2026, 08.50 PM IST
China faces fresh Indian duties on titanium dioxide imports: Anti-dumping levy of $460-$681 per tonne reimposed for five yearsIndia has reimposed anti-dumping duties of $460 to $681 per tonne on specified titanium dioxide imports from China for five years, followin...
24 Oct, 2026, 06.04 PM IST
India to remain strict on quality: Industry minister Piyush GoyalIndia's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal emphasised a strict stance on quality and environmental regulations. He noted that many companies ar...
23 Oct, 2026, 11.32 PM IST
India's exports to Germany could cross $50 billion by 2030: ASSOCHAMASSOCHAM said the potential for expanding market access, investment and business partnerships between India and Germany. It said the two co...
23 Oct, 2026, 09.42 PM IST
Piyush Goyal celebrates UP's heritage. How Banarasi silk is not just a bridal saree, but is turning into jackets, bodysuitsPiyush Goyal recently celebrated Uttar Pradesh's GI-tagged crafts, including Banarasi silk, known for its intricate zari work and elaborate...
23 Oct, 2026, 12.48 PM IST
Domestic cos need strategic approach to tap India-Europe FTA gains: FICCIIndian companies must adopt a strategic approach to fully leverage the European free trade agreement benefits, as tariff concessions alone ...
22 Oct, 2026, 12.58 PM IST
India presents a compelling investment proposition for German firms, FICCI saysIndian industry is poised for growth as German companies are encouraged to invest in manufacturing capacities. The upcoming India-European ...
21 Oct, 2026, 02.52 PM IST
India’s $100 billion European Free Trade Association cheque is slow to clear as Vietnam joins the clubVietnam recently signed a free trade agreement with the European Free Trade Association, expanding its trade network. This agreement comes ...
21 Oct, 2026, 12.34 PM IST