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Chhattisgarh govt starts biggest copper concentrate export to China

Equipped with the latest cargo handling systems, rail connectivity, and multimodal integration, the facility enables industries to access global markets

MSMEs in Uttar Pradesh seek trade partners in Africa, Latin America

The Indian Industries Association (IIA) will host International Tourism & Hospitality Expo (ITH Expo 2025) in Varanasi from December 18 to19

Decoded: How the 8th Pay Commission could change govt pay and pensions

As the 8th Pay Commission begins work, here is how it will review salaries, allowances and pensions, and why its recommendations could reshape government finances and employee welfare

Textile exports to 111 countries record 10% growth during Apr-Sep: Govt

Overall, India's global exports of textiles, apparel and made-ups grew marginally by 0.1 per cent during April-September 2025

Indian economy poised for 6.5% growth through 2027: Moody's Ratings

Moody's said that there are several risks ahead, including geopolitical tensions, trade disruptions, and unstable financial markets

India's vegetable oil imports flat at 16.3 million tonnes in 2024-25: SEA

Soybean oil imports hit a record 5.47 million tonnes in 2024-25, surpassing the previous high of 4.23 million tonnes set in 2015-16, SEA said

Govt's ₹45,000 cr schemes to boost global competitiveness: Exporters

Export Promotion Mission (₹25,060 crore) and the Credit Guarantee Scheme (₹20,000 crore) will strengthen India's export ecosystem and global competitiveness

DPIIT gets 13 PLI applications for white goods with ₹1,914 cr commitment

These investments focus on producing copper tubes, aluminium stock, compressors, motors, heat exchangers, control assemblies, and other high-value components

Swift rollout of export promotion hinges on clear rules, funding: GTRI

The government approved Rs 25,060 crore Export Promotion Mission which seeks to strengthen India's export competitiveness, particularly for MSMEs

Retail inflation dropped to series low of 0.25% in Oct on base effects

In rural India, retail prices slipped into deflationary zone with the NSO reporting a 0.25 per cent drop in the CPI (Rural), compared to a 1.07 per cent increase in September

Govt approves rationalisation of royalty rates for four critical minerals

The Union Cabinet approved rationalised royalty rates for graphite, caesium, rubidium and zirconium to encourage domestic mining and promote auctions of critical mineral blocks

NaBFID raises ₹4,120 cr from long-term bond sale at coupon rates of 6.86%

The infra lender mobilised funds through 5- and 15-year bonds, marking continued investor interest in long-term infrastructure financing instruments

Cabinet clears ₹45,060 cr schemes to boost exporters amid US tariff blow

Cabinet approves export promotion mission, credit guarantee schemes

Confident Odisha will lead India in investments soon, says CM Manjhi

CM Majhi says Odisha is witnessing record industrial activity, signing projects worth ₹50,000 crore in maritime development and ₹13 trillion in overall investments

Pre-Budget talks: MSMEs urge relief package for exporters hit by US tariff

MSME players in pre-Budget talks seek collateral-free credit, relaxed NPA norms, and tax reliefs to offset the impact of a 50% US tariff hike on exports and ease liquidity pressures

Govt may allow NFRA to split audit review and disciplinary functions

Currently, the NFRA executive body is entitled to discharge all functions and duties assigned to the authority as a whole

Preparing the FTA pitch: India, Australia eye full deal amid US tariffs

Three years after India and Australia signed an interim trade deal, the two sides are moving decidedly towards a full-fledged free trade agreement. They have rising US tariffs to contend with

Govt approves ₹25,060 crore 'Export Promotion Mission' for six years

The mission will be implemented through two sub-schemes -- Niryat Protsahan and Niryat Disha

Priyank Kharge: Govt-industry ties vital for India's deeptech growth

Karnataka IT Minister Priyank Kharge said the State aims to lead globally in deeptech innovation, emphasising collaboration between government and industry to boost entrepreneurship and talent

Andhra, Tillman Global sign deal for ₹15,000 cr Visakhapatnam data centre

Andhra Pradesh has signed an MoU with Tillman Global Holdings to develop a 300 MW hyperscale data centre campus in Visakhapatnam with an investment of Rs 15,000 crore over 12 months