India's Innovation Engine Roars: Patent Filings Surge 30.2% to Historic High, Solidifying Global Powerhouse Status
New Delhi witnessed a major affirmation of its growing status as a global innovation leader on Sunday. Union Minister Piyush Goyal highlighted substantial growth in India's patent...
New Delhi, April 10 The commerce ministry on Friday said it will set up a weekly monitoring mechanism to track export-import trends and sectoral stress indicators, amid concerns that supply chain disruptions, logistical constraints, and rising input costs due to geopolitical tensions could...
Mumbai, April 9 – The Reserve Bank of India’s continued focus on boosting economic growth, along with its proposed regulatory changes for non-banking financial companies (NBFCs), is expected to bring greater strength and clarity to the sector, Rajesh Sharma, Managing Director of Capri Global...
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New Delhi, April 7 As global supply chains realign and businesses look at setting up facilities outside China, India has emerged as a long-term strategic investment destination, with competitive export potential for Japanese mid-sized companies to partner with Indian MSMEs (micro, small, and...
New Delhi, April 6 – The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Chairman, Tuhin Kanta Pandey, stated on Monday that escalating tensions in the Middle East are disrupting global energy flows, putting pressure on oil and gas supplies, and triggering sharp price volatility.In his address...
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New Delhi, April 2 – The Centre has announced a series of relief measures aimed at protecting the Indian industry and consumers from the adverse economic impact of the Iran war, which has disrupted supply chains and affected exports.The Finance Ministry has outlined steps including cuts in...
New Delhi, Apr 2 UGRO Capital, a data-tech lender focused on MSMEs, has said that members of the Patni family and their associates have collectively increased their stake in the company to over 5 per cent.Zodiac Wealth Advisors LLP, the Patni group’s investment vehicle, along with 22 other...
New Delhi, April 2 India's systemic credit growth stood at 13.8 per cent (as of March 15), supported by liquidity buffers and a consumption-led recovery after GST cuts, a report said on Thursday.The report from Motilal Oswal Financial Services said that banks have room to further expand their...
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India’s Credit Growth Surges 61% in FY26, Driven by Retail and MSMEs
Strong Demand Fuels Credit Expansion
New Delhi, March 26 – India’s credit growth experienced a significant surge in fiscal year 2026, increasing by 61 per cent, according to a new report released on Thursday. The growth was...
Tax Exemption for Cooperative Federations Announced
Three-Year Dividend Tax Relief for National Cooperatives
New Delhi – The government announced a three-year tax exemption on dividend income for national cooperative federations on Wednesday. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman revealed the...
India Pursues Reform Path with Conviction, Sitharaman Says
New Delhi, March 25 – Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated on Wednesday that India is firmly on a path of economic reform, driven by conviction and a clear strategy under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Addressing...
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Ahmedabad, March 24 The Gujarat government said on Tuesday that there was an adequate supply of petrol and diesel in the state, and that it was also ensuring a better supply of commercial LPG, especially in areas where PNG networks are not available.The government's clarification came as...
India Exports Show Steady Growth Amid Global Uncertainty, Parliament Informed
New Delhi, March 24: India’s export sector has demonstrated sustained resilience and steady growth despite ongoing global challenges, the government informed Parliament on Tuesday, highlighting a consistent upward...
Mumbai, March 23 According to the Reserve Bank of India's bulletin released on Monday, foreign banks have experienced a higher transmission of monetary easing in both fresh and outstanding deposit and lending rates compared to their domestic counterparts.The data in the bulletin showed that...
India Emerging as a “Reliable Partner” in Global Supply Chains, Says Delhi LG
New Delhi, March 23, 2026 – Delhi Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu on Monday said that India has emerged as a reliable partner in global supply chains and innovation ecosystems.Addressing the 26th edition of...
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5G Innovation Hackathon 2026 Launched: DoT Invites Entries, Offers Funding and ₹10 Lakh Prize Pool
Government Opens Submissions Under ‘100 5G Use Case Labs’ Initiative
New Delhi, March 21: The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has launched the second edition of the ‘5G Innovation Hackathon...
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India’s Economic Fundamentals Strong as Exports Hold Steady, Says Piyush Goyal
Services Growth and Stable Exports Support External Position
New Delhi, March 17: Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday said that India’s economic fundamentals remain robust, supported by steady export performance...
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India Concludes 9 FTAs Covering 38 Nations, Expands Preferential Access to Global Trade: Piyush Goyal
FTAs Provide Indian Businesses Access to Nearly Two Thirds of Global Trade
India has concluded nine Free Trade Agreements covering 38 nations, providing Indian businesses preferential access to...
Funding Package Targets Low-Income Households and Underserved States
The Asian Development Bank on Tuesday signed a senior secured debt financing package of up to USD 108 million, approximately INR 983 crore, with Aavas Financiers Limited to expand access to affordable housing loans and business...
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Apparel Export Promotion Council Highlights Growth Momentum in Ready-Made Garments
New Delhi, February 17: The Apparel Export Promotion Council on Tuesday said the latest data on ready-made garment exports reflects the resilience of Indian apparel exporters, even as they continue to navigate...
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