India set to gain from US tariffs on timber, lumber, kitchen cabinets

Once implemented, the new tariffs, ranging from 10% to 25%, will replace the current 50% duties that India is facing. The United States (US) administration’s decision to impose new tariffs on items such as imported timber and lumber, kitchen cabinets, bathroom vanities and upholstered furniture may help Indian exporters become more competitive in the American […]

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Industry leaders urge single-window clearance for GCCs, startups amid US H1B visa policy changes

Indian industry leaders are advocating for a streamlined single-window clearance system to attract Global Capability Centers, startups and research organizations, aiming to bolster domestic innovation and investment. This call comes in response to revisions in the US H1B visa policy, which are expected to make global talent more expensive and less mobile. Indian industry executives […]

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Government re-opens application window for PLI Scheme for white goods, citing growing market

The application window for the Scheme will remain between September 15, 2025 and October 14, 2025 (both dates inclusive). The Government has re-opened the application window for the production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme for white goods, it said on Sunday (September 14, 2025), citing market growth and growing industry confidence following the success of earlier rounds […]

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Electronic sector now a Rs.11.5 lakh crores industry, Ashwini Vaishnaw explains what’s driving the massive surge

India’s electronics manufacturing sector has grown sixfold to a valuation of Rs. 11.5 lakh crores, creating 25 lakh jobs, announced Union Minister, Ashwini Vaishnaw. Under Prime Minister,  Narendra Modi’s  visionary schemes,  the electronics manufacturing has emerged as a top sector in India, with production increasing 6 times in past 11 years — resulting in it becoming a […]

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Industry 5.0 is the next big leap for India

With greater emphasis on collaboration between humans and intelligent machines, workers need to be proficient in emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, robotics, data analytics, cybersecurity and the Internet of Things. We need to position ourselves as a global hub of brainpower, skills, world-class platforms and products; only then will we be able to accelerate the […]

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Maharashtra: Committee recommends mandatory internships for industries receiving Government incentives

In a first, a State-appointed Committee has recommended making internships mandatory for all industries receiving Govt. incentives in any form. The Committee has proposed integrating the requirement into the State’s upcoming New Industrial Policy. While the State’s higher and technical education (HTE) department had already issued the internship resolution for universities and its affiliated colleges, […]

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SME IPOs hit an eight-month high, industrial sector leads in listings: NSE Market Pulse

The initial public offering (IPO) refers to the process by which companies sell their shares to the public to raise equity capital from investors. Small and medium enterprise initial public offerings on the NSE Emerge platform surged to an eight-month high in June, marking robust investor interest across sectors and geographies, according to the latest […]

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India-UK CETA: Charting a Progressive Partnership for Inclusive and Sustainable Growth

The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) represents an important opportunity for Indian small and medium enterprises (SMEs). It will help these businesses access new markets, improve their skills, and work together with UK partners on innovation and growth. As India and the United Kingdom negotiate the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), the […]

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Piyush Goyal holds meeting with electronics industry stakeholders on implementation of Quality Control Orders

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal held a meeting in Delhi with key stakeholders from the electronics industry to deliberate on the implementation of horizontal Quality Control Orders (QCOs). The meeting aimed at strengthening consumer safety by ensuring better quality standards for electrical appliances across the country. In a social media post, the […]

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Rs.25 lakh crores MSME credit gap: TReDS has sparked hope for small businesses, but what’s holding it back?

TReDS has supported MSME credit access, but substantial expansion is needed to enhance its reach and effectiveness, say experts. Introduced in 2017, the TReDS ecosystem aims to address the huge credit gap in India’s MSME sector by providing a digital platform designed to enable timely financing and alleviate issues related to delayed payments. The Trade […]

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