Beyond China, beyond tariffs: India, Japan look to MSMEs to turn strategic ties into factory-floor partnershipsAs Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi visits India, industry sees the biggest opportunity not in tariff concessions but in supplier eco...
03 Jul, 2026, 02.38 PM IST
Citi sees brent crude sliding to $60/bbl as supply fears easeGeopolitical tensions easing around the Strait of Hormuz are expected to drive Brent crude prices down to $60 a barrel by year-end, accordi...
03 Jul, 2026, 02.36 PM IST
‘Weaponised economies’: India, Japan move to fortify supply chainsJapan sees substantial prospects for enhanced collaboration with India on robust supply chains and the Indo-Pacific, acknowledging New Delh...
02 Jul, 2026, 07.32 PM IST
AI chip demand stays strong, but component shortages emerge as next challenge: NomuraThe artificial intelligence (AI) boom is entering a new phase where the biggest challenge is no longer demand for AI chips but shortages of...
02 Jul, 2026, 05.35 PM IST
Flipkart names Vinay Vaidya as senior VP to bolster tech leadershipFlipkart has appointed Vinay Vaidya as Senior Vice President of Technology for its supply chain, aiming to bolster its tech leadership and ...
02 Jul, 2026, 01.55 PM IST
Chinese and US risks mean EU chip sector faces a 'bleak future'Further vulnerability stems from the EU's dependence on the U.S. for technology, including design software and the possibility the U.S. cou...
02 Jul, 2026, 10.34 AM IST
Major automakers record strong June sales on steady domestic demand, rising exportsIndian auto manufacturers celebrated robust June sales, fueled by strong domestic demand and surging exports. Maruti Suzuki reported over 2...
01 Jul, 2026, 01.03 PM IST
Panasonic to localise its US data centre battery production, CEO saysAutomakers and battery companies, which now face a weak market for electric vehicles in the US, are scrambling to repurpose battery factor...
30 Jun, 2026, 10.18 PM IST
DPIIT issues guidelines for alternative quality certification pathway for toys, AC, PPE makersBusinesses producing items like toys, personal protective equipment, and air conditioners can now get product quality certification through...
30 Jun, 2026, 12.16 AM IST
DPIIT issues guidelines to operationalise transition facilitation order for quality certificationNew guidelines from DPIIT now offer companies an alternative pathway for product quality certification under ten selected Quality Control O...
29 Jun, 2026, 11.16 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
West Asia conflict may delay India's chip projectsIndia's ambitious semiconductor projects, including Tata Electronics' Dholera fab, face potential delays due to the West Asia conflict. Log...
27 Jun, 2026, 10.33 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
India notifies QCO enabling flexible sourcing framework for some sectorsIndia has unveiled a new Quality Control Order for 2026, offering a flexible sourcing framework for key industries like toys and electronic...
25 Jun, 2026, 11.42 PM IST
Strong balance sheets help India Inc absorb West Asia fallout: CrisilA stress test by Crisil Ratings covering 34 sectors that account for 65% of its rated corporate debt suggests that India Inc remains broadl...
25 Jun, 2026, 05.57 PM IST
Bajaj Auto to push premium motorcycles, turbocharge Chetak in FY27: ChairmanBajaj Auto is set to bolster its 125cc+ motorcycle range and accelerate the electric Chetak's growth in FY27. The company plans to boost ex...
25 Jun, 2026, 05.13 PM IST
China warns of fragmented supply chains as trade tensions growBeijing, a dominant supplier, has retaliated against potential restrictions with export controls. While China attributes its competitivenes...
22 Jun, 2026, 11.03 AM IST