India’s pulse imports have declined sharply in FY26 after reaching record highs in the previous fiscal, driven by improved domestic production and adequate carry-forward stocks. Provisional data for April–January shows import values falling by around 35%, with volumes also contracting significantly. The correction reflects a shift in supply dynamics, as...
India’s F&B exports to the Gulf region are showing signs of stabilisation after recent disruptions triggered by geopolitical tensions in West Asia, but any notion of recovery remains premature. Shipment volumes, which declined by an estimated 20–30% at the peak of the crisis, have only partially resumed, while freight costs...
As the global energy landscape undergoes a structural transformation—driven by climate commitments, geopolitical uncertainties, and the growing need for energy security—India finds itself navigating a uniquely complex path. As one of the world’s fastest-growing major economies, its energy demand continues to rise steadily, requiring a careful balance between sustainability, affordability,...
As Indian exporters navigate rising logistics costs and geopolitical uncertainty, policy continuity has become critical. The government’s decision to extend the RoDTEP scheme, alongside the launch of the RELIEF initiative, signals a calibrated effort to cushion exporters against external shocks while sustaining India’s export competitiveness in a volatile global trade...
India’s restaurant and bar industry is at an inflection point. What was once a metro-driven, occasion-led business is now expanding into a far more dynamic, experience-oriented and geographically diverse ecosystem. From the rapid rise of Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets to the growing importance of brand storytelling, sustainability and...
In an increasingly knowledge-driven global economy, intellectual property (IP) is emerging as a critical determinant of competitiveness. No longer confined to legal frameworks, IP now sits at the core of trade, innovation, and value creation. As businesses and nations compete not just on cost but on ideas, ownership of intellectual...
As Indian exporters increasingly look beyond traditional markets, the European Union is emerging as a strategic yet often misunderstood destination. While many perceive it as complex and difficult to penetrate, the reality—as industry practitioners point out—is far more nuanced: Europe is not difficult, but deeply structured. In this conversation, we...
India has always been a nation that lives sport — from the wrestling akharas of ancient India to its growing dominance in global arenas. Yet when it comes to manufacturing the equipment that makes sport possible, the country punches well below its weight. With a global sports equipment market valued...
Insights from a recent ET Snapchat Gen Z report point to a significant shift in technology usage, with AI and AR becoming integral to everyday life rather than remaining emerging innovations. AI is being widely used for studying, workplace tasks, and decision-making, underscoring its role as a key productivity tool....
India is witnessing an unprecedented surge in mobile data consumption, fuelled by the rapid rollout of 5G networks and the growing affordability of 5G smartphones. Faster speeds, low latency and some of the world’s cheapest data tariffs have transformed how Indians consume digital content—from high-definition video streaming to mobile gaming...
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