India Becomes Third-Largest Agrochemical Exporter
by Parul Bohral on 2025-09-16
India’s agrochemical exports surged to USD 3.3 billion in FY25, making it the third-largest exporter globally. Growth fuelled by demand, policy support, and R&D.
India Charts Path to Green Hydrogen Leadership
by Parul Bohral on 2025-09-15
India pushes green hydrogen innovation with R&D boost, aiming for Net Zero 2070 and a strong global position in clean energy technologies
Government Announces Annual Licensing Policy for Opium Poppy Cultivation for 2025-26
by Mahek Sancheti on 2025-10-03
The Union Government has announced the annual licensing policy for opium poppy cultivation for the crop year 2025-26. This is applicable from 1 October 2025 to 30 September 2026. This policy will greatly benefit the farmers of Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh.
DGTR Proposes Anti-Dumping Duty on Glass Fibre Imports
by Parul Bohral on 2025-09-15
DGTR recommends a five-year anti-dumping duty on glass fibre imports from China, Bahrain, and Thailand to protect Indian manufacturers from unfair pricing.
GST Reforms Slash Rates on Electronics and ICT Hardware to Boost Digital India
by Mahek Sancheti on 2025-09-12
The GST rate on air conditioners, dishwashers, and large-screen televisions (LCD and LED) has been reduced from 28% to 18%.
NCEL and APEDA Partner to Boost Cooperative-Led Agricultural Exports
by Parul Bohral on 2025-09-10
The National Co-operative Exports Limited (NCEL) and the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) have come into a planned partnership to encourage cooperative-led agricultural exports from India.