World MSME day: Better logistics, deeper market access key to MSMEs’ next growth phase, says Allcargo Logistics CEOKetan Kulkarni discusses the logistics bottlenecks facing India’s MSMEs, the impact of PM Gati Shakti and ONDC, and why integrated supply c...
26 Jun, 2026, 04.22 PM IST
India's growth story runs through waterIndia's ambitious industrial expansion faces a critical hurdle: water scarcity. As manufacturing's GDP contribution targets 25%, companies ...
24 Jun, 2026, 11.38 PM IST
CII president R Mukundan projects 7% growth for India, seeks GST Council-like body to drive reformsIndia's economy is projected to grow around 7% this fiscal year, with most businesses finding growth avenues despite global cost pressures....
24 Jun, 2026, 12.55 AM IST
SEZ import relief to fast track chip projectsIndia's semiconductor manufacturing sector is set for a major boost. New rules exempt imports for Special Economic Zones from quality check...
10 Jun, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
India's biggest trade bet comes with six red flagsIndia may be adding more trade partners, but its latest FTA report card comes with several red marks. A new study by the Global Trade Resea...
09 Jun, 2026, 11.58 AM IST
Root cause: India’s spice crown under threat as quality concerns trace back to farmsFarm-level traceability, quality, value addition, and branding are key to converting export scale into global trust, according to experts.
08 Jun, 2026, 12.01 PM IST
How an Australian connection helped Shaily Mehrotra build a Rs 1,500-crore Indian skincare brandA gap in science-backed skincare products in the Indian market prompted Shaily Mehrotra to start Fixderma, with an aim to solve common skin...
05 Jun, 2026, 05.36 PM IST
Trade pact with Oman strengthens India's energy security: ExpertsThe recent trade accord between India and Oman represents a significant leap toward energy independence and economic integration. Experts n...
02 Jun, 2026, 02.13 PM IST
UK’s steel curbs emerge as an early hurdle for FTA with India ahead of roll-out. Is there a way out?The UK has extended safeguard measures on select steel imports; starting from July 1, 2026, it will reduce tariff-free quotas by 60% and im...
26 May, 2026, 11.33 AM IST
India should now focus on FTA implementation, utilisation by exporters: ExpertsFor India to leverage its Free Trade Agreements effectively, a paradigm shift in strategy is imperative. Experts caution that the disparity...
24 May, 2026, 11.50 AM IST
Rising oil prices, gold imports to widen trade deficit, CAD may touch 1.5-2% of GDP: ICICI SecuritiesWith the West Asia conflict persisting and global oil prices likely to average around USD 100/bbl, India's current account deficit could ri...
16 May, 2026, 08.14 AM IST
India–New Zealand $20 billion FTA: List of sectors set to gain ground as the deal kicks inIndia and New Zealand have signed a Free Trade Agreement. This pact offers zero-duty access for most Indian exports. Key sectors like texti...
28 Apr, 2026, 06.46 PM IST
Exporters highlight compliance costs, testing requirements, MSME issues in meeting with Piyush GoyalIndustry representatives met with Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal to discuss compliance costs, testing, and MSME export challenges. Goyal as...
28 Apr, 2026, 01.20 PM IST
CHEMEXCIL hosts workshop to boost compliance and global competitiveness of chemical exportersCHEMEXCIL organised a workshop in Ahmedabad focusing on compliance, connectivity, and competitiveness for chemical exporters. The event aim...
26 Feb, 2026, 01.32 PM IST
Chemical exporters urged to adopt compliance-led growth at CHEMEXCIL workshopCHEMEXCIL hosted a workshop in Mumbai for chemical exporters. The event focused on compliance, connectivity, and competitiveness. Governmen...
29 Jan, 2026, 04.19 PM IST
Chemexcil, Narcotics Bureau drive compliance push for chemical exporters in BengaluruCHEMEXCIL organized a workshop in Bengaluru focusing on compliance for chemical exporters, featuring sessions on a Voluntary Code of Conduc...
04 Dec, 2025, 04.05 PM IST
CHEMEXCIL holds capacity-building workshop to boost export complianceCHEMEXCIL organized a workshop in Mumbai for chemical exporters. The event focused on global trade compliance and competitiveness. Particip...
27 Sep, 2025, 02.06 PM IST