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Industry body calls for market diversification, stronger exports amid global trade headwinds

IANS | August 14, 2026 11:48 AM

Ahmedabad, Aug 14 (IANS) Gujarat’s next phase of industrial growth will depend on improving export competitiveness, scaling up MSMEs, developing future-ready skills and attracting investment in advanced manufacturing, according to CII Western Region chairman Vir S Advani, who said the industry body is working closely with governments at both the central and state levels on reforms.

India may attract up to $95 billion inflows in FY27 on strong FCNR response: Report

IANS | August 14, 2026 11:44 AM

New Delhi, Aug 14 (IANS) Robust foreign currency non‑resident (bank) FCNR(B) inflows and related measures from RBI are now expected to generate $90–95 billion of capital inflows in FY27, lifting India’s balance of payments to a surplus of $64 billion, a report has said.

Gold, silver decline up to 1 pc as US-Iran tensions weigh sentiment

IANS | August 14, 2026 11:02 AM

New Delhi, Aug 14 (IANS) Gold and silver prices traded sharply lower on Friday amid heightened geopolitical uncertainty after US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned of never-before-seen economic measures against Iran.

FSSAI trains food businesses on labelling, advertising rules amid scrutiny over food warnings

IANS | August 14, 2026 10:16 AM

New Delhi, Aug 14 (IANS) The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) on Friday said that it conducted a training session for food business operators (FBOs) on regulations governing food labelling, display, advertising and claims, amid heightened focus on consumer awareness and public health safeguards for packaged food products.

Sensex, Nifty fall in early trade as crude, FII selling weigh

IANS | August 14, 2026 9:45 AM

New Delhi, Aug 14 (IANS) Domestic equity benchmarks traded lower in early deals on Friday as elevated crude prices and continued foreign investor selling kept sentiment subdued.

India building domestic capabilities from chip design to indigenous AI models

IANS | August 14, 2026 9:32 AM

New Delhi, Aug 14 (IANS) In the fast-evolving AI era, India is building domestic capabilities across the semiconductor value chain, from chip design and fabrication to advanced packaging, equipment and materials, and seven chips have been successfully fabricated at various nodes including advanced nodes such as 12 nm, according to an official factsheet.

Vizhinjam to begin direct EXIM cargo operations from Aug 18: Shashi Tharoor

IANS | August 14, 2026 9:23 AM

New Delhi, Aug 14 (IANS) Direct export-import (EXIM) cargo movement at Kerala's Vizhinjam International Seaport will begin from August 18 which is a major step in the port's transition from an international transhipment hub to a gateway for India's overseas trade, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor said on Friday.

How India's economic reforms are paving way for enterprise-led growth

IANS | August 13, 2026 11:45 PM

New Delhi, Aug 13 (IANS) As India celebrates its 80th Independence Day, the nation continues to strengthen the foundations of a self-reliant, resilient and growing economy. This is backed by the Union government's efforts to advance Ease of Doing Business through digital single-window systems, simplified incorporation processes, wider market access, improved access to finance and trust-based regulation, according to an official factsheet issued on Thursday.

India, US committed to sealing bilateral trade agreement: Commerce Secretary

IANS | August 13, 2026 8:00 PM

New Delhi, Aug 13 (IANS) India is in regular touch with the United States over talks on the proposed bilateral trade agreement (BTA), with both sides committed to the terms of the framework deal that was agreed upon in February, Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal said on Thursday.

Adani Group’s Vande Bharatam giving small-town innovators a national stage: Skyroot CEO

IANS | August 13, 2026 7:48 PM

Ahmedabad, Aug 13 (IANS) Skyroot Aerospace Co-founder and CEO Pawan Kumar Chandana on Thursday praised Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani’s startup initiative ‘Vande Bharatam’, saying it is creating valuable opportunities for entrepreneurs from smaller cities to present their ideas, connect with investors, and access mentorship.

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Industry body calls for market diversification, stronger exports amid global trade headwinds

India may attract up to $95 billion inflows in FY27 on strong FCNR response: Report

Gold, silver decline up to 1 pc as US-Iran tensions weigh sentiment

FSSAI trains food businesses on labelling, advertising rules amid scrutiny over food warnings

Sensex, Nifty fall in early trade as crude, FII selling weigh

India building domestic capabilities from chip design to indigenous AI models

Vizhinjam to begin direct EXIM cargo operations from Aug 18: Shashi Tharoor

How India's economic reforms are paving way for enterprise-led growth

India, US committed to sealing bilateral trade agreement: Commerce Secretary

Adani Group’s Vande Bharatam giving small-town innovators a national stage: Skyroot CEO

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