Compliance squeeze, global scrutiny redefine India’s $30 billion pharma export playbookAs global markets prioritise quality and regulatory trust, India’s pharma sector is recalibrating beyond its traditional cost advantage.
01 May, 2026, 11.26 AM IST
How Asia-Pacific is fighting a fuel shock that could get worseAsian nations are grappling with prolonged energy supply strains due to the Middle East conflict, prompting governments to implement costly...
28 Apr, 2026, 07.52 AM IST
From $300 to $8,500 freight: West Asia war squeezes UP MSMEs, delays stretch to 60 daysExporters report shipment delays of up to 60 days, 20-30% cost escalation, and growing order uncertainty due to the West Asia conflict.
07 Apr, 2026, 11.29 AM IST
India may soon announce more relief for exporters hit by West Asia crisisIndia's government is introducing measures to support exporters facing disruptions from the West Asia crisis. Freight subsidies are being c...
02 Apr, 2026, 08.04 PM IST
India rolls out ₹497 crore RELIEF scheme to support exporters amid West Asia conflictIn a bold move to sustain international trade, India has unveiled a robust export support initiative with a budget of ₹497 crore. This prog...
20 Mar, 2026, 07.39 PM IST
What is the “De Minimis” rule; how ending it will increase the cost for US consumers and China’s roleThe US ended its de minimis exemption on August 29, impacting imports valued at $800 or less. This change, criticized by Presidents Trump a...
29 Aug, 2025, 12.56 PM IST
How the end of de minimis exemption will impact U.S. shoppers and businessesThe Trump administration ended duty-free imports for packages under $800. This move impacts online retailers and consumers. Shipments from ...
29 Aug, 2025, 09.57 AM IST
European postal services suspend shipment of packages to US over tariffsEuropean postal services are halting shipments to the U.S. due to the expiration of the 'de minimis' exemption, which allowed duty-free ent...
24 Aug, 2025, 09.19 AM IST
US tariff spike hits China’s small parcels, squeezing exportersThe value of these parcels fell sharply in May after the US eliminated a tariff exemption, forcing businesses to adjust their strategies an...
21 Jun, 2025, 09.23 AM IST
DHL to suspend global shipments of over $800 to US consumersDHL Express is halting global business-to-consumer shipments exceeding $800 to the U.S. starting April 21 due to new U.S. customs regulatio...
20 Apr, 2025, 11.23 AM IST
US Postal Service to accept inbound parcels from China, Hong Kong after suspensionThe USPS has temporarily halted receiving packages from China and Hong Kong Posts starting February 4. This suspension does not affect lett...
05 Feb, 2025, 07.51 PM IST
Trump's Canada, Mexico, China tariffs suspend loophole behind fentanyl shipmentsPresident Trump's new tariff orders against Canada, Mexico, and China suspend the duty-free 'de minimis' exemption for low-value shipments ...
03 Feb, 2025, 12.11 AM IST
Chinese App Ban: AliExpress escapes the axeAliExpress, which ships individual packages, had managed to keep a low profile despite allegedly using similar tactics.
01 Jul, 2020, 09.08 AM IST
Animal by-products export norms to EU tightenedThe exports of these products were free earlier but now they require a Shipment Clearance Certificate and after the shipment is made, the e...
31 Mar, 2020, 09.51 PM IST
From sustainable packaging to deliveries through EV, how Amazon India is mitigating climate changeWith climate change approaching faster than expected, the Seattle-based retail giant Amazon is trying to be on the right side of the narrat...
02 Nov, 2019, 10.05 PM IST
Amazon expands 'packaging-free shipment' programme to 9 Indian citiesThrough this initiative, Amazon aims to reduce the waste generated from secondary packaging of customer orders.
04 Jun, 2019, 12.13 PM IST
- Scheme of cheap credit for exporters extended
Rupee-hit exporters will continue to get bank credit at concessional rates for pre-shipment and post-shipment till October 31, 2008.
25 Apr, 2008, 09.56 PM IST