Economy

FICCI working on robust IP ecosystem FICCI working on robust IP ecosystem, says Shah. The government has accorded the highest priority to capacity building and enforcement of Intellectual Property (IP) laws, said Ramesh Abhishek, Secretary, Department of Industrial Policy and...

SICCI sees TPP benefits for members The Singapore Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) plans to work with its local Chinese counterpart on China's One Belt One Road Initiative (BRI). "SICCI will work very clossely with the Chinese Chamber...

Minister wants e-cargo community development Minister Prabhu (file picture). Civil Aviation Minister Suresh Prabhu has made it clear that top priority will be accorded to safety and security among aircraft and aviation equipment manufacturers. He stressed on creating a world...

Members call for expeditious BIMSTEC FTA BIMSTEC Secretary General Shahidul Islam. The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) has made far-reaching recommendations for the creation of a new ‘BIMSTEC’ by strengthening infrastructure linkages. It is deepening regional...

Cruise operators work on Indian destination itineraries Some of India's new port developers are already in talks with international consultants for setting up cruise terminals to support estimated 200,000 passengers a year travelling out of the country. "I known that...

Plans for 10 lakh affordable houses CM Fadnavis cutting ribbon (file picture). The Government’s approval on the long-pending Mumbai DP 2034 is a welcome move. The Development Plan (DP) is likely to spur real estate activity in the city and...

National Biopharma Mission programme progresses   The World Bank has signed an agreeent with Indian Government to provide 50% of the US$250 million for a five-year programme to make India a hub for design and development of novel, affordable and...

SME convention signs 23 agreements Dr. Arun Kumar Panda, Secretary MSME presenting “friend of India” plaque to delegate from Malawi.   A Digital Trade Desk at the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) will be set to promote...

Project to nurture indigenous innovation The World Bank has signed a loan agreement for IBRD credit of US$125 (equivalent) for the “Innovate in India for Inclusiveness Project” on 24th April, 2018 in New Delhi. The  Loan Agreement was signed by...

State urged to provide institutional credit Official at the conference. There is a need for a convergence among various entities involved in farmer-related initiatives as gaps in transmission impacts implementation of such schemes, according to a government official. “Agriculture credit...