CII Amritsar meeting reviews boosting Indo-Afghan trade via air cargo. Experts identify gaps & propose solutions to transform Sri Guru Ram Dass International Airport into a key export hub.
Homegrown board games from India are witnessing a surge, with creators reporting 30% growth. Discover the stories behind brands like Kreeda and the shift towards local narratives.
Industry leaders praise UP's improved governance & infrastructure. CII delegation meets CM Yogi, highlights AI-powered single-window clearance Nivesh Mitra 3.0 for faster approvals.
A high-level CII delegation met CM Yogi Adityanath, crediting improved law & order, infrastructure, and the Nivesh Mitra portal for making Uttar Pradesh a top investment destination. Read more.
Top industrial leaders met CM Yogi Adityanath, citing improved law & order and infrastructure. The state's single-window portal, Nivesh Mitra, to get AI upgrade soon. Read more.
A CII delegation met CM Yogi Adityanath, praising UP's improved law & order, infrastructure, and digital systems. The state is emerging as a prime investment destination. Read more.
A Parliamentary Standing Committee visited Amritsar to gather feedback from local industry leaders on challenges and opportunities. The aim is to shape national policies for industrial growth and export promotion.
The Indian Army has reached a 90% indigenisation rate for its ammunition, a major step towards a fully homegrown defence supply chain. Discover the strategic impact.
LNJ Bhilwara Group's RSWM secures three prestigious industry awards for sustainability and green initiatives, reinforcing its leadership in eco-friendly textile manufacturing.
As India enters 2026 with strong economic momentum, CII outlines seven critical action areas for government and industry to sustain high growth. Focus on infrastructure, capital, and innovation.
Industry bodies seek clarity on new labour codes' implementation, fearing high retrospective costs. ICAI advises firms to provision for increased gratuity in December quarter accounts. Read more.
CII Director General Chandrajit Banerjee states a US FTA is insufficient for India's long-term trade growth. He calls for EU deal conclusion, domestic reforms, and highlights a 7.3-7.5% GDP outlook for FY26. Read the full analysis.
CII Mangaluru's MSME Conclave at Hotel Vivanta focuses on scaling SMEs via leadership, capital & innovation. Industry leaders to discuss digital adoption & global competitiveness.
CII urges institutional reforms & fiscal consolidation in Budget 2026-27 for growth. Key asks: tech to curb tax evasion, debt control, PSU privatisation, and revamping food distribution. Read more.
CII recommends a clear 3-year privatisation pipeline for PSUs in its budget suggestions, aiming to boost investor confidence and government revenue. Read the full proposal.
Stakeholders at a CII conference in Trichy outline a collaborative plan to boost medical tourism, leveraging the city's airport connectivity and affordable care to attract international patients.
CII President Rajiv Memani proposes a targeted strategy focusing on India's 50 most imported goods to boost manufacturing, create jobs, and calls for enhanced disinvestment to fund infrastructure. Read the full plan.
CII President Rajiv Memani urges continued reforms in power, mining, and judiciary for growth. He highlights India's 8% GDP and a $2 lakh crore disinvestment target. Read the full interview.
Delhi Electronic Media XI won the Akhilesh Das Gupta All Media Cricket trophy, defeating UPSJA by 4 runs in a thrilling final. Also, updates on women's boxing, golf, and state-wide box cricket trials announced.
Vizag MP M Sribharat outlines Andhra Pradesh's pro-business reforms, citing ease of doing business and key bills to attract industrial investments. Explore the emerging opportunities.
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.
Radhika Apte marks 20 years in films by revealing shocking sexism, body-shaming demands, and isolation she faced in Bollywood and South Indian cinema. Read her candid interview.
AFCONS Infrastructure secures the prestigious CII Industrial Innovation Awards 2025 for its pioneering Digital Twin technology, marking a major leap in Indian construction innovation. Discover how they are transforming projects.
Mohun Bagan Super Giant faces a one-season continental ban and a hefty Rs 90+ lakh penalty from AFC for withdrawing from the Champions League Two. Details inside.
Ludhiana's famed sewing machine manufacturing hub is battling a severe skilled labour shortage and intense competition from cheap Chinese imports. Industry leaders demand government intervention for survival.
Lucknow's Purple Fair, organized by NADT RC & CII, displayed handmade crafts by differently-abled individuals. The event featured cultural performances and emphasized inclusivity and empowerment. Read more.
BHEL Trichy's ED S Prabhakar emphasized upskilling MSME workforce & digital transformation at a CII conference. Learn about the challenges in raw material procurement and new export opportunities.
A new white paper outlines policy reforms to propel India's media & entertainment sector. With 10 million jobs at stake, leaders call for innovation and global expansion. Read more.
At CII Big Picture Summit 2025, Rajkummar Rao critiqued algorithm-driven content, praised Kantara's Rishabh Shetty, and expressed his longing for authentic storytelling. Read his full take.
I&B Secretary Sanjay Jaju urges industry to embrace AI for growth, highlighting direct-to-mobile trials. India's M&E sector aims for $100 billion by 2030. Read more.