Producers are expanding into higher-value chemicals and seeking overseas technology partnerships as supply vulnerabilities and feedstock constraints expose India’s reliance on imports. India’s petrochemical producers are stepping up efforts to move beyond bulk products and into higher-value speciality chemicals, a…
India and the US have completed most negotiations on a bilateral trade pact, with officials now resolving final legal and technical details before a possible deal. India and the United States are in the final stretch of negotiations on a…
India’s economy is expanding rapidly, but weak consumer confidence, insecure work and rising household pressures expose the widening gap between headline GDP growth and everyday prosperity. An Uber driver working longer hours for less pay captures a frustration that runs…
The six-month extension of the RELIEF scheme offers eligible exporters cover for up to 95% of risk as freight, insurance and war-related costs continue to rise. India has extended emergency risk cover for exporters by six months as shipping and…
The Zerodha co-founder says Indian businesses should focus on AI applications, infrastructure and consumer products rather than competing with the US and China to build frontier models. Nikhil Kamath believes India’s best path into artificial intelligence is not to chase…
Washington and New Delhi have signalled that negotiations on a landmark trade agreement are nearing completion, with officials working through the remaining details on tariffs, market access and energy purchases. The White House said Donald Trump’s administration was holding “productive…
New Delhi has given in-principle approval to one of its biggest recent defence procurement packages, spanning drones, helicopters, artillery and air defence systems, though contracts and deliveries remain years away. India has approved a sweeping round of military procurement worth…
India is producing more electronics, but industry leaders say the next phase must localise components, engineering and technical skills if the country is to retain more value at home. India has spent years building scale in electronics manufacturing, but the…
The Finance Minister says India remains among a small group of countries pursuing fiscal consolidation, while balancing deficit reduction with growth and public spending. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said India is among a small group of countries actively trying to…
India and the Port of Rotterdam are exploring digital customs procedures to speed freight evacuation and reduce ship turnaround times as trade expands. India and the Port of Rotterdam are working together to digitalise cargo handling in a bid to…
The extension of the RELIEF scheme to March 2027 will maintain enhanced cover and frozen premiums for exporters facing higher freight costs, delays and conflict-related risks. India has extended a relief scheme for exporters trading with West Asia until March…
The expected extension of the 11% customs-duty exemption through December would give mills more time to source cheaper fibre abroad as domestic prices remain elevated and production prospects weaken. India is expected to keep duty-free cotton imports in place until…
