India and Indonesia Deepen Strategic Partnership Through High-Level Talks
भारतीय रिजर्व बैंक (आरबीआई) की मौद्रिक नीति समिति (एमपीसी) की बैठक के बीच भारतीय स्टेट बैंक (एसबीआई) के चेयरमैन सीएस शेट्टी (चल्ला श्रीनिवासुलु सेट्टी) ने बुधवार को कहा कि फिलहाल ब्याज दरों में कोई बदलाव न होना अर्थव्यवस्था के लिए बेहतर रहेगा। उनका...
New Delhi, May 13, 2026The government has raised the import duty on gold and silver to 15%, signalling a major policy move aimed at controlling imports and maintaining economic stability. The decision is expected to influence domestic bullion prices and could make precious metals more expensive for buyers across the country.Under the revised structure, the combined customs duty and additional charges on gold and silver imports now stand at 15%. The move comes amid fluctuating global markets and rising interest in precious metals as safe investment assets during uncertain economic conditions.The increase is likely to impact the jewellery sector as well as consumer demand, particularly ahead of festive and wedding seasons when gold purchases...
New Delhi, May 12, 2026India is strengthening its maritime financial security framework with a major policy push aimed at protecting shipping operations from rising global risks. The move reflects the country’s effort to reduce dependency on foreign insurance markets and ensure uninterrupted coverage for international trade routes.The government has launched the *Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool*, backed by a sovereign guarantee of $1.5 billion, to secure shipping risks. The initiative is designed to provide a strong domestic insurance mechanism for vessels linked to India, especially amid increasing geopolitical uncertainty and volatility in global shipping corridors.The pool is expected to cover key maritime risks including hull...
New Delhi, May 7, 2026Apple has announced a fresh investment of ₹100 crore in India aimed at boosting clean and renewable energy projects. The initiative reflects the company’s continued focus on sustainability and its broader target of achieving carbon neutrality across its global operations by 2030.The investment will be implemented in partnership with renewable energy developer CleanMax. Together, they plan to develop over 150 megawatts of new renewable energy capacity across India, supporting the country’s shift toward cleaner power sources in commercial and industrial usage.The planned capacity is expected to generate electricity sufficient to power around 150,000 households annually. This step also builds on Apple’s earlier...
New Delhi, April 28, 2026In a significant move to accelerate India’s global trade ambitions, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal chaired a high-level meeting with exporters following the India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement. The discussion focused on strengthening export capabilities and aligning industry efforts with emerging global opportunities, bringing together key export bodies and government officials.India’s total exports for FY 2025–26 have crossed $860 billion, reflecting steady growth over the previous year. This upward trend is being positioned as a strong foundation to achieve the ambitious $2 trillion export target by 2030. The minister urged exporters to fully leverage FTAs with developed nations to expand their global...
significant move aimed at deepening economic cooperation, India and New Zealand are preparing to formalize a key Free Trade Agreement (FTA).The development reflects a shared intent to enhance bilateral engagement, expand market access, and build a stronger, mutually beneficial partnership. The proposed agreement is expected to play a crucial role in doubling trade between the two nations in the coming years. By reducing tariffs and easing trade barriers, the FTA will create better opportunities for businesses, encourage investment, and improve the flow of goods and services across both markets.Multiple sectors are likely to benefit from this deal, including exports, services, and emerging industries such as startups. The agreement is also set to strengthen...
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