US import tariffs on several Indian export categories have been brought down from peak levels of nearly 50% to about 18% under the evolving India–US trade framework. In many cases, duties that were earlier closer to 25% are now being rationalised to... View Article
Over the past decade in India, the number of export shipments carrying accepted quality certificates has doubled, from 61,000 to over 1,20,000. This growth reflects how quality certification is steadily becoming embedded in trade flows, buyer expectations, and market access... View Article
• Technology upgradation has become essential for manufacturing MSMEs, as productivity, quality consistency, and compliance now directly influence buyer retention, export readiness, and long-term viability • High upfront capital expenditure has traditionally constrained MSMEs’ ability to modernise, particularly in Tier-2... View Article
India’s defence spending continues to rise as the government places greater emphasis on developing indigenous capabilities. In the Union Budget for FY 2025–26, the defence allocation crossed ₹6.2 lakh crore, with a growing share directed toward domestic procurement, R&D, and... View Article
With more than 18 lakh Indian students studying abroad as of 2025, up from 13 lakhs in 20231, India remains one of the largest source countries for international education globally. The student outflows continue at record levels, with outbound spending reaching ~$47... View Article
Across several states, hundreds of private unaided schools are facing sustained financial strain as reimbursements and grants are often delayed or remain unpaid. Recently, states such as Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Karnataka were reported to be still... View Article
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