New Delhi: India’s exports continued to show resilience amid global uncertainties, with cumulative exports of merchandise and services rising to US$ 562.13 billion during April–November 2025, marking a growth of 5.43% Strong Performance in Merchandise and Services Merchandise exports during April–November 2025 stood at US$ 292.07 billion, compared to US$…
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India’s Ease of Doing Business Reforms Since 2014 Explained
India’s Ease of Doing Business landscape has undergone a structural transformation since 2014, driven by sustained policy reforms, large-scale decriminalisation of laws, and technology-led governance. The government has focused on simplifying regulatory frameworks, reducing compliance burdens and creating a predictable business environment to promote entrepreneurship and economic growth. These initiatives,…
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Govt Eases QCO Norms, Boosts Credit Support for MSMEs
The Government of India has rolled out Quality Control Orders (QCOs) in a phased manner with wide-ranging exemptions and relaxations for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), ensuring that domestic manufacturing and production remain unaffected. The measures are being implemented through the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) under the Department…
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Lakshadweep Opens New Investment Avenues in Fisheries Sector
The Union Territory of Lakshadweep marked a major milestone in its economic journey as the Department of Fisheries, Government of India, organised its first-ever Investors’ Meet to unlock the islands’ vast and untapped fisheries potential. Held on December 13, 2025, at Bangaram Island, the event showcased Lakshadweep as a promising…
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National Handicrafts Week 2025 Wraps with Kamladevi Talk
The celebrations of National Handicrafts Week 2025 concluded in New Delhi with the launch of the first-ever Kamladevi Chattopadhyay Craft Lecture Series, marking a significant moment for India’s craft sector. The inaugural lecture, themed “Handmade for Gen-Next,” was delivered by renowned designer and Padma Bhushan awardee Shri Rajeev Sethi at…
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Sonowal Reviews Namrup Fertiliser Project Ahead of PM Visit
Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal on Sunday visited the Namrup fertiliser complex in Assam’s Dibrugarh district to review preparations for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s scheduled visit on December 21. The Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone for the long-awaited fourth fertiliser plant at Namrup, a…
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Giriraj Singh Inaugurates ‘Crafted for the Future’ Exhibition
Union Minister of Textiles Shri Giriraj Singh on Friday inaugurated ‘Crafted for the Future’, a national-level exhibition at the National Craft Museum in New Delhi, underscoring the enduring relevance of India’s traditional crafts in a rapidly changing, sustainability-focused world. The exhibition, organised by the Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts)…
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SAIL Records Strong Sales Growth During April–November 2025
Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), the country’s largest steel producer, has reported a strong and resilient sales performance during the April–November 2025 period, underlining its market leadership and customer-centric approach. Despite global price pressures and uncertain trade conditions, the Maharatna PSU achieved cumulative sales of 12.7 million tonnes, marking…
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Jayant Chaudhary Pushes Industry–Govt Skill Drive
Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and Minister of State for Education, Shri Jayant Chaudhary, on Friday underscored the critical role of industry–government collaboration in building a future-ready workforce. Chairing a high-level industry interaction in Mumbai, the Minister said sustained partnerships are essential to address…
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PRIP Scheme Amended to Boost Pharma MedTech Research
The Union Government has amended the Promotion of Research and Innovation in Pharma MedTech Sector (PRIP) Scheme to strengthen India’s pharmaceutical and medical technology innovation ecosystem. The revised framework, notified on October 1, 2025, aims to ensure smoother implementation, improve governance clarity, and make benefit-sharing mechanisms more effective. The amendment…