India’s Logistics Industry to Touch $18–22 Billion by FY30, driven by e-commerce, MSME exports & digital growth, creating millions of jobs.
Amitabh Kant Urges India to Make Clean Air the Nation No. 1 Mission
News: At the India Clean Transportation Summit 2025, former NITI Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant urged a radical transformation in India’s transport sector, warning of a $200 billion opportunity at stake. He called clean air India’s “No. 1 mission,” citing Delhi’s worsening pollution…
JNPA signs landmark MoU with VPPL and TUTR Hyperloop to evaluate high-speed cargo transport, marking India’s first port-led Hyperloop initiative.
US tariffs trigger global trade turmoil as sweeping duties hit 60+ nations, sparking disputes with India, EU, and tense talks with China.
India-UK FTA Poised to Reshape Air Cargo
News: The UK-India Free Trade Agreement (FTA), signed in July, marks the most comprehensive UK trade pact since Brexit, aiming to double bilateral trade to US$120 billion by 2030. Covering 99% of Indian exports and major UK goods, it is projected to add £4.8 billion to UK GDP…
Indian Industry Seeks FTAs and Sustainable Policies
News: At FICCI’s 14th Massmerize conference themed “Make in India: Powering the Future of FMCG, Retail and E-Commerce”, industry leaders urged the government to expand Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) for preferential market access and cost advantages against competitors like Bangladesh and Vietnam. Mohanlal Sons CEO Mayank Mohan stressed…
Rare Earth Export Restrictions from China Strain India
News: The government informed the Lok Sabha that China’s restrictions on exporting rare earth magnets have created supply chain bottlenecks, affecting Indian industries, including EV manufacturers. Minister Prasada said the Mines Ministry is actively working to build resilience in critical mineral supply chains through regular consultations with…
Jaishankar Calls for Reliable Partners
News: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, speaking at the India-Russia Business Forum in Moscow, stressed the importance of dependable partners, diversified markets, and secure supply chains amid global turbulence from Covid, conflicts, and economic shifts. He warned against over-dependence on limited markets, narrow connectivity, and a few suppliers, highlighting the…
India-China Trade May Surge Amid Global Shifts
News: Donald Trump’s return to the White House has triggered a trade shock, with U.S. tariffs on Indian goods raised to 50%, threatening $90B in exports and straining ties. In response, India is pivoting towards a multipolar strategy, deepening engagement with China.
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Piyush Goyal Stresses Need for Resilient Supply Chains
News: Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal urged the industry to build resilient and self-reliant supply chains to shield agriculture from global shocks, citing China’s export curbs on di-ammonium phosphate (DAP) that triggered shortages and higher prices. Stressing the need for fertiliser, pesticide, and insecticide security, he…
U.S. Imports Decline Sharply in June
News: U.S. imports fell more than expected in June as tariff concerns hit retailers, according to the National Retail Federation (NRF). Ports handled 1.96 million TEU, down 8.4% year-on-year, missing forecasts of 2.06 million. The decline follows President Trump’s tariff hikes, now ranging from 10% to 50%, with India,…
Lok Sabha Clears Indian Ports Bill 2025
News: The Lok Sabha on Tuesday passed the Indian Ports Bill, 2025, replacing the 115-year-old Indian Ports Act, 1908, with a modern framework to boost trade efficiency, cut logistics costs, and strengthen India’s global maritime position. Introduced by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, the bill streamlines port procedures, promotes…