India’s proposed Advanced Manufacturing Systems Mission moved a step closer to reality after a high-level stakeholder consultation held at the Central Manufacturing Technology Institute (CMTI) in Bengaluru. The meeting brought together policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, MSMEs and startups to chart a coordinated roadmap for strengthening India’s advanced manufacturing ecosystem. The…
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Export Promotion Mission Expands MSME Support
The Government has significantly expanded the Export Promotion Mission (EPM), bringing the initiative close to full operationalisation with ten integrated interventions aimed at strengthening India’s export ecosystem. The Mission places special emphasis on Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), first-time exporters and labour-intensive sectors. With a total outlay of ₹25,060…
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MoSPI Workshop Pushes Data Harmonization Agenda
The Government has significantly expanded the Export Promotion Mission (EPM), bringing the initiative close to full operationalisation with ten integrated interventions aimed at strengthening India’s export ecosystem. The Mission places special emphasis on Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), first-time exporters and labour-intensive sectors. With a total outlay of ₹25,060…
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Piyush Goyal Urges Industry to Leverage FTAs
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Shri Piyush Goyal has urged exporters and industry associations to fully utilise India’s recently concluded Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with major developed economies to expand global market access, boost exports and generate employment. Addressing representatives of 35 Export Promotion Councils (EPCs) and leading industry bodies…
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“India–US Trade Deal Opens $30T Export Market”
India has achieved a landmark breakthrough in global trade with the signing of the India–United States Bilateral Trade Agreement, securing sustained preferential access for Indian exports to the U.S. market valued at over USD 30 trillion. The agreement delivers wide-ranging tariff reductions, zero-duty access for key product categories and calibrated…
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IICA and NPC Join Forces for Productivity and Viksit Bharat
The Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) recently hosted a high-level delegation from the National Productivity Council (NPC) to discuss strategic collaboration in training, research, productivity, sustainability, and compliance support. The delegation was led by Smt. Neeraja Shekhar, Director General, and Shri Umashankar Prasad, Deputy Director General (Group), NPC. The…
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NITI Aayog Releases Export Preparedness Index (EPI) 2024
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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Aatmanirbharta in Defence Vital for India’s Strategic Autonomy
Emphasising that self-reliance in defence is no longer a choice but a national necessity, Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh on Friday said India stands at a decisive moment in its defence and industrial journey. Addressing the Defence Skilling Conclave on Defence, Aerospace and Strategic Sector Skill Development in Chandigarh,…
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India Post & MoRD Join Hands to Boost Rural Economy
In a major push to strengthen rural livelihoods and economic growth, the Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD) and the Department of Posts signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 7th January 2026. The partnership aims to integrate financial services, logistics, and market access for Self Help Groups (SHGs), women…
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Amit Shah Hails India–New Zealand FTA as Trade Diplomacy Milestone
Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah has hailed the India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) as a landmark achievement in India’s evolving trade diplomacy, stating that it reflects the Modi government’s people-centric foreign policy and sets a new benchmark for global economic engagement. In a public…