FTA, customs

India’s FTA drive may dent customs revenue growth

As India cuts tariffs under FTAs, it must pivot to export-led growth and tax reform to cushion customs revenue losses. #Customs #revenue #FTA Read more »
FTA, Latin America

India eyes Latin America FTAs despite China risk

New Delhi cautiously negotiates Latin America FTAs to secure critical minerals and protect against third-country dumping. #FTA #LatinAmerica #India #trade Read more »
The India–UK FTA signed

India-UK FTA sets the template for future trade deals

The India-UK FTA cuts tariffs on 99% of Indian exports, opens UK tenders and locks in mobility — setting a ready template for future trade deals. Read more »
core sector

Core sector slowdown casts shadow on India’s growth outlook

India’s core sector slowdown raises concerns over industrial momentum and GDP growth projections for FY26. #Coresector #IIP #GDP Read more »
US-India trade deal, trade deficit

US-India trade deal nears; digital, dairy disputes weigh

The US-India trade deal may offer export gains, but unresolved flashpoints risk undercutting its long-term value. #US #India #trade Read more »
Weak crypto governance spells trouble

Crypto governance gap threatens the $4 trillion market

Dollar‑pegged tokens now worth some $250 bn promise friction‑free payments, but weak #crypto governance risks a digital bank run. #bitcoin Read more »
India exports, tariffs

Trump tariffs offer a strategic opening to Indian exporters

As Trump ramps up tariffs on rivals, India has a narrow window to boost exports and secure a trade pact with the US. #tariffs #Trump #tradewar Read more »
RBI rate cut possible in August

Rate cuts make sense — but only if banks pass them on

Retail inflation is at a six‑year low; further rate cuts are plausible if banks transmit cuts and inflation stays benign. Read more »
manufacturing

Manufacturing rebounds, but caution still warranted

The manufacturing sector shows signs of revival with record new project announcements and rising capacity utilisation in early 2025. #manufacturing #PLIscheme Read more »
fake fertiliser threat

Fake fertilisers threaten crop yields, food security

A nationwide crackdown has exposed the scale of fake fertiliser trade, prompting urgent calls for enforcement and policy reform. #fertilisers #cropyield #agriculture Read more »