Category: Economy
At WTO, India calls for steps to boost tech transfer to developing nations
New Delhi: India has asked developed countries at the World Trade Organization to put in place measures to transfer relevant and advanced, especially environmentally sound,…
Jewellery, rugs and toys power creative goods’ export surge
New Delhi: Fashion accessories, jewellery, carpets and toys drove India’s creative goods exports higher in the first seven months of FY26, with the UAE emerging…
Exports likely to grow by 3% to $850 billion this fiscal: GTRI
New Delhi, India’s goods and services exports are likely to grow by 3 per cent to USD 850 billion in 2025-26, think tank GTRI said…
Budget 2026: Institutional reforms, fiscal consolidation crucial to sustain India’s growth momentum, says CII
With the Union Budget around the corner, industry body CII has asked the government to double down on fiscal discipline and institutional reform to protect…
How 2025 made India more nimble, agile and attractive
The year 2025 marked a turning point for the Indian economy, with a series of bold reforms designed to make it more nimble, resilient and…
India has 18 FTAs but must now focus on boosting exports amid tough 2026 trade outlook: GTRI
India has signed more than 18 free trade agreements (FTAs) to date, but the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) has urged the country to pivot…
Indian exporters can help New Zealand cut China dependence, boost shipments: GTRI
New Delhi, Indian exporters in various sectors like agriculture, petroleum, pharma, apparel, electronics and auto have potential not only to scale up shipments to New…
2025 sees major action in India factory scene; new Labour Codes leave employers cheery, workers chary
India’s long-delayed labour reforms are moving into their most decisive phase after a five-year wait. The Union government has finally set the stage for the…
India likely to miss $1 trillion export target in FY26 as global slowdown hits shipments: GTRI
India is likely to fall well short of its USD 1 trillion exports target for FY26 as global headwinds, weak demand and rising protectionism continue…
India revamps tax regime in 2025, new I-T Act to take effect from April 1
New Delhi: India overhauled its tax regime in 2025 with sharp cuts in Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates and a higher income tax exemption…