A proposed 10-month freighter suspension at Mumbai airport could spike air freight costs, forcing Maharashtra exporters to reroute via Delhi or Bengaluru. Navi Mumbai airport not yet a viable alternative.
Indian startup Speed raises $8 million from Tether and Ego Death Capital to build a global Lightning Network payment infrastructure, aiming to make instant, low-cost transactions a reality.
The rupee touching 90 against the dollar defines India's 2026 food trends. While exporters face hurdles, it's the perfect time to discover and champion made-in-India foods. Explore the opportunities.
A new report reveals a 42% surge in real-time payment transactions globally, while e-commerce fraud rates show a welcome decline. Discover the trends shaping digital finance.
India makes its debut with a national pavilion at the TradeChina Fair in Yiwu. The Toy Association of India leads 20 exhibitors, showcasing diverse products to boost global exports.
RBI's new draft mandates banks to reveal all cross-border payment charges upfront, boosting transparency for education, travel & remittances. Public feedback open until Jan 9, 2026.
Indian rupee strengthens in early trade, rising 22 paise against the US dollar. Recovery fueled by RBI intervention, corporate inflows, and easing oil prices. SBI projects strong rebound by FY27.
A weaker rupee brings some relief to Jaipur's studded jewellery exporters facing steep 50% US import duties. However, high costs and currency volatility continue to challenge competitiveness against hubs like Bangkok. Read the full analysis.
The India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) promises zero-duty access for Indian textiles, boosting exports and creating over 100,000 jobs. Explore the strategic benefits.
FIEO and EIFT trained 118 Tamil Nadu exporters on market access. Trichy's $142M export potential hinges on dedicated cargo flights to Gulf & Southeast Asia. Learn more.
A new report reveals a 16% drop in debit card usage in India, as consumers prefer UPI for daily spends and credit cards for high-value purchases. Explore the changing landscape of digital payments.
Amazon Pay introduces UPI biometric authentication for Android users, enabling PIN-free transactions up to ₹5,000 using fingerprint or facial recognition for faster, more secure payments.
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin urges PM Modi to resolve US tariff crisis. TN exporters face ₹15,000 crore order cancellations, daily ₹60 crore loss, and job threats. Read more.
Paytm Payments Services secures RBI authorisation to operate as a payment aggregator for offline and cross-border transactions, expanding its financial services footprint. Discover the implications for India's digital payments landscape.
Amazon India launches biometric authentication for UPI payments, enabling faster, password-free checkouts. This move aims to boost digital payment security and convenience for millions of users.
UK fintech Revolut plans to disrupt India's cross-border payments, targeting travel, education, and freelancers. CEO Paroma Chatterjee details strategy for 20M users by 2030.
India's foreign exchange reserves fell by $1.8 billion to $686.2 billion as of Nov 28, 2025. While gold reserves rose, foreign currency assets saw a significant decline. Get the full breakdown here.
India's foreign exchange reserves declined by $1.88 billion for the week ending July 5, 2024, settling at $686.227 billion. The drop was primarily due to a decrease in foreign currency assets, though gold reserves saw an increase. Get the full analysis he
A 50-year-old architect from Pune's Kothrud lost Rs 19 lakh in a sophisticated online forex trading scam. Learn how cyber criminals lured her with fake profits and how to stay safe.
The Reserve Bank of India has given in-principle approval for Fino Payments Bank to transition into a small finance bank. This marks a major milestone for the 18-year-old company. Read more about the implications and Fino's unique strategy.
Regulus Retail Forex launches in India, offering institutional-grade liquidity and FSC-regulated operations for retail traders. Discover a new era of secure forex trading.
The Indian rupee plunged to a historic low of 90.15 against the US dollar on December 3, 2025. Read about the key factors behind the slide and its market impact.
Despite new US tariffs, some Indian exporters in sectors like chemicals and engineering find them manageable. They cite strategic market access and competitive advantages as key reasons. Explore the nuanced impact on India-US trade.
India is close to a framework trade deal with the US this year to resolve tariff issues for exporters. Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal revealed the progress at a FICCI event. Read more.
XFlow announces ambitious plan to multiply cross-border payment volumes 10x within 18 months, expanding global reach and enhancing digital payment solutions for businesses.
India's cross-border payments transform as RBI's new license enables fintechs to capture 20% of $1.6T market. Startups raise millions to streamline exports for SMEs.
India's commerce ministry launches comprehensive mapping of global non-tariff measures. Exporters must submit inputs within 7 days to prioritize support measures and enhance export quality.
Jio Payments Bank expanded its business correspondent network to nearly 200,000 in Q2 FY26, closing gap with Airtel Payments Bank through aggressive hiring and new product launches.
RBI announces UPI integration with Europe's TIPS, enabling instant cross-border payments between India and Europe. Learn how this transforms digital payments.
The Indian rupee appreciated by 5 paise to trade at 88.63 against the US dollar in early trade on November 21, 2025. Track the latest forex market updates and trends here.