India’s Industrial & Logistics (I&L) leasing surged 40% YoY in Q1 2025, reaching 12.1 million sq. ft. across the top 8 cities, per CBRE’s ‘India Market Monitor Q1 2025’ report.

Air India has received the prestigious Good Distribution Practices (GDP) certification for its cargo operations, becoming the first and only Indian airline—and one of the few in Asia—to achieve this global standard for pharmaceutical logistics.

Amid US-China trade tensions, India anticipates a potential surge in Chinese imports as exporters seek alternative markets. To address this, the government has formed an inter-ministerial import surge monitoring group, including officials from the Commerce Department, DGFT, CBIC, and DPIIT.

The Indian government has denied reports of a satellite-based tolling rollout from May 1, 2025, confirming no such plan exists. Instead, it is focusing on a barrier-less tolling system using Automated Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) and FASTag technology.

A NITI Aayog report highlights India’s potential to become a key player in the global automotive supply chain, especially amid the shift to electric mobility, ADAS, and IoT.

China hikes tariffs on U.S. imports to 125%, escalating the trade war. WTO warns of severe global trade disruption and GDP decline if tensions persist.

Uncertainty over the White House’s shifting tariff policies is disrupting supply chains and could impact aircraft deliveries, even in industries not directly targeted.

Uber has expanded its logistics offerings in India with the launch of ‘Courier XL’, a same-day delivery service for heavier packages up to 750 kg, using three-wheelers like Bajaj Maxima and four-wheelers like Tata Ace.

The Indian government plans to introduce an annual toll pass system to replace traditional toll collection on national highways, aiming for seamless, barrier-free travel.

Delhivery is set to acquire a 99.4% stake in rival Ecom Express for ₹1,407 crore in an all-cash deal, marking one of the largest consolidations in Indian logistics.

Indian Railways has achieved record freight loading and revenue for the fourth consecutive year in FY 2025, transporting 1.61 billion tonnes and surpassing the US to become the world’s second-largest rail freight carrier after China.

Despite a 26% US tariff on Indian goods, India may benefit from significantly higher tariffs on competing hubs like China (54%), Vietnam (46%), and Thailand (36%), according to MAIT.