India’s trade strategy: Moving beyond FTAsCurrently, India’s FTA utilisation rate hovers around 25% compared to 70-80% in developed economies.
19 Jun, 2026, 10.04 AM IST
In 1973, archaeologists in a muddy Roman fort trench found thin wooden tablets, and Vindolanda gave Roman Britain its own handwriting10 Jun, 2026, 05.28 PM IST
Dharavi to become a smart city: HSBC says Asia's largest slum could soon have metro stations, green spaces & 125,000 new homesDharavi's massive redevelopment project, a joint venture between the Maharashtra government and Adani Group, aims to transform the Mumbai s...
04 Jun, 2026, 07.57 PM IST
No Santa for exporters this Christmas: Iran war disrupts supply chains, stretches transit times to 60 days, threatens marginsIndian exporters say longer shipping routes, rising input costs, and delayed payment cycles are squeezing margins and putting pressure on d...
03 Jun, 2026, 11.14 AM IST
India, Canada aim to seal free trade deal by November-end, Goyal says Carney 'shaved off a month'India and Canada are working towards a free trade agreement. Talks are progressing with a target for conclusion by year-end. This pact aims...
27 May, 2026, 12.36 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
Capital goods boom, apparel bust: India's manufacturing growth is concentrated where it creates the fewest jobsIndia's industrial growth shows a worrying divide. Capital-intensive sectors driven by domestic demand are performing well. However, labor-...
15 May, 2026, 11.01 PM IST
EBay rejects GameStop's audacious $56 billion takeover bidEBay has rejected a massive $56 billion takeover offer from GameStop. EBay cited doubts about GameStop's financing for the deal. The compan...
12 May, 2026, 04.12 PM IST
EU envoy seeks investment liberalisation chapter in FTA with India, early investment pact conclusionEuropean Union Ambassador Herve Delphin seeks an investment liberalization chapter and an early investment protection pact for the India-EU...
07 May, 2026, 08.42 PM IST
Relief now, risk later? ECLGS 5.0 aims to ease MSME stress, industry flags risks in moratorium termsECLGS 5.0 is meant to cushion MSMEs from the impact of the US-Iran war, but will it really help small businesses, industry questions.
07 May, 2026, 03.25 PM 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
Hyundai IONIQ 5 EV launched in India: Check price, range, interiors and exterior featuresHyundai has launched an updated IONIQ 5 electric SUV in India. This new model features a larger battery for an extended driving range of up...
28 Apr, 2026, 04.18 PM IST
India inks 'once-in-a-generation' free trade agreement with New Zealand after a decade of talksIndia-New Zealand FTA: India and New Zealand have inked a landmark free trade agreement, a "once-in-a-generation" pact opening new avenues ...
28 Apr, 2026, 01.41 PM IST
FTA with New Zealand to boost India's export competitiveness, open growth avenues: India IncIndia and New Zealand have signed a free trade agreement. This pact offers Indian exporters zero-duty access to New Zealand's market. It op...
27 Apr, 2026, 10.11 PM IST
Tata International to nearly double production of sustainable leather in next four yearsTata International aimed to increase its sustainable leather production to 50% within four years, up from 27%. They introduced Phoenix Leat...
29 Jul, 2024, 10.03 PM IST
Tata International to increase share of sustainable leather to 50% in 4 yearsTata International plans to increase its sustainable leather production from 27% to 50% by FY28. Manufactured under the Earthcare brand, in...
29 Jul, 2024, 03.12 PM IST
They were looking for leather alternatives. The answer was pineapple leaves, apple peelsFrom shoes and bags to the interiors of a car, pineapple leaves, apple peels, and paper are proving to be an effective substitute in the fo...
25 May, 2021, 09.24 AM IST