DP World’s Mundra terminal adds its first direct service to the US East Coast, boosting trade and connectivity. DP World has introduced its first direct service to the United States East Coast from its Mundra terminal, enhancing India’s trade connectivity with the world’s largest economy. The milestone was marked by the inaugural port call of ..read more

India and Mauritius ink eight pacts, boosting trade, maritime security, and launching the new “MAHASAGAR” vision. India and Mauritius have strengthened their relationship by establishing an “Enhanced Strategic Partnership” and signing eight agreements to bolster cooperation in trade, maritime security, and other key sectors. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, attending Mauritius’ National Day celebrations as ..read more

Softlink Global hosted LogiTHON at IIT Bombay, challenging students to solve real-world logistics issues with tech-driven solutions. Softlink Global hosted LogiTHON, a 24-hour hackathon aimed at solving key logistics challenges. The event drew over 1,500 students from 250+ engineering colleges, with 27 teams shortlisted to tackle cross-border compliance and real-time multi-modal route optimisation. Finalists presented ..read more

Çelebi India ranks 3rd worldwide for ground handling services by Turkish Cargo, showcasing its operational excellence. Çelebi India has been ranked 3rd globally for ground handling services by Turkish Cargo, earning the “3rd Best Ramp GHA 2024″ award at the Turkish Cargo Global Operations Summit in Istanbul. This recognition underscores Çelebi’s exceptional ramp handling performance ..read more

India addresses US tariffs on steel and aluminium, enhancing trade ties and safeguarding domestic manufacturers. The United States has announced a 25% tariff on steel and aluminium imports, effective from March 12, 2025, on a Most Favoured Nation (MFN) basis. In response, India is actively engaging with the US to strengthen bilateral trade relations. India’s ..read more

India implements multiple schemes to strengthen EV manufacturing, battery storage, and charging infrastructure nationwide. The government is actively incentivising electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers, component producers, and charging infrastructure developers to accelerate EV adoption in India. Several key initiatives have been introduced to enhance the sector’s long-term viability and growth. The Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme ..read more

India’s pharmaceutical exports stood at 11th position globally in 2023, contributing 3% to the total exports, as per Bain & Company. India ranked 11th globally in pharmaceutical exports in 2023, accounting for 3% of total global pharmaceutical trade, according to a 2025 report by Bain & Company. To strengthen drug quality and safety, the Central ..read more

India’s coal imports fell by 8.4% to 183.42 MT in April-December 2024, saving $5.43 billion in foreign exchange. Coal imports declined to 183.42 million tonnes (MT) between April and December 2024, down 8.4% from 200.19 MT in the same period of FY 2023-24. This reduction resulted in foreign exchange savings of approximately $5.43 billion (₹42,315.7 ..read more

DPIIT’s Project Monitoring Group reviewed challenges in 15 major projects worth ₹10,396 crore, focusing on ESIC hospitals and 5G rollout. The Project Monitoring Group (PMG) of the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) conducted a review of 15 critical infrastructure projects in Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, collectively valued at ₹10,396 crore ..read more

An MoU was signed to develop a 150-acre logistics park in Varanasi, enhancing connectivity and boosting trade efficiency. The National Highways Logistics Management (NHLML) and Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a Multi-Modal Logistics Park (MMLP) in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. The agreement was formalised in the presence ..read more