NITI Aayog on Tuesday released the Export Preparedness Index (EPI) 2024, offering a comprehensive assessment of export readiness across India’s States and Union Territories. The index highlights the critical role of subnational economies in driving India’s global trade ambitions and achieving the target of USD 1 trillion in merchandise exports…
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ICEGATE–LPMS Launched at ICP Agartala for Faster Trade
Shri Surjit Bhujabal, Special Secretary & Member (Customs), CBIC, today inaugurated the integration of the Indian Customs Electronic Gateway–Land Port Management System (ICEGATE–LPMS) at the Integrated Check Post (ICP), Agartala, Tripura. This strategic move marks a significant milestone in CBIC’s ongoing digital transformation of cross-border trade facilitation, promising faster, more…
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Rashtriya Khanij Chintan Shivir 2026 Focuses on Mining Reforms
The Ministry of Mines is organising the Rashtriya Khanij Chintan Shivir–2026 from January 8 to 10 in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, aiming to strengthen Centre–State coordination and address key regulatory and developmental challenges in India’s mining sector. The three-day national conclave is expected to play a pivotal role in shaping policy direction…
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Draft Pesticides Management Bill, 2025 Released
The Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare (MoA&FW), Government of India, has released the Draft Pesticides Management Bill, 2025 for public consultation. This new legislation is set to replace the existing Insecticides Act, 1968 and Insecticides Rules, 1971, bringing the legal framework in line with modern requirements. The draft bill…
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Uttar Pradesh Tops Deregulation 1.0 Rankings in Business Reforms
Uttar Pradesh has emerged as the top-performing state in India’s Deregulation 1.0 exercise, securing the first rank nationwide for comprehensive business reforms aimed at simplifying regulations, improving transparency, and attracting investments. The rankings, released by the central government, assess states on the implementation of 23 key reform priorities spanning land,…
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MCA Replaces Annual Director KYC With Once-in-Three-Year Filing
In a major compliance reform aimed at easing regulatory burden, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has replaced the annual Know Your Customer (KYC) filing requirement for company directors with a simplified KYC intimation once every three years. The move, notified on December 31, 2025, is expected to significantly reduce…
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NLDSL Marks 10 Years, Strengthens India’s Digital Logistics Push
NICDC Logistics Data Services Limited (NLDSL), the digital and data arm of the National Industrial Corridor Development Corporation, has completed a decade of operations in India’s logistics and supply-chain technology ecosystem. Marking its 10th Foundation Day, the organisation reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening digital infrastructure aligned with the national vision…
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TRAI Recommends New Framework for Foreign SIMs in IoT Exports
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has released comprehensive recommendations proposing a dedicated regulatory framework for the sale of foreign telecom service providers’ SIM and eSIM cards used in Machine-to-Machine (M2M) and Internet of Things (IoT) devices meant exclusively for export. The move is aimed at enabling India’s growing…
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India Telecom Security Reforms Announced for 2026
In a significant move aimed at strengthening India’s telecom security ecosystem while reducing compliance burden on the industry, Union Minister for Communications Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia has announced a series of major strategic reforms to be implemented from 2026. The initiatives, rolled out by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) through…
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CCFC Meeting Boosts Trade Confidence at Delhi Customs
The Customs Clearance Facilitation Committee (CCFC) meeting convened by Delhi Customs has reinforced confidence among trade stakeholders by promoting dialogue, transparency, and coordinated problem-solving. Held at the Kalpana Chawla Conference Hall at Indira Gandhi International Airport, the meeting was chaired by the Chief Commissioner of Customs, Delhi Zone, and witnessed…