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News   -   Oct 09, 2024 India leads global natural gas contracts, securing 30% share in 2024
India leads global natural gas contracts, securing 30% share in 2024

India signed contracts for 15 billion cubic metres of natural gas from post-Final Investment Decision (FID) projects between January and August 2024, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). Globally, 50 BCM of gas contracts were inked during this period, with India cornering the largest share at 30%.

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Oct 09, 2024 Shipping ministry sets cargo space rules for international lines
Shipping ministry sets cargo space rules for international lines

The Shipping Ministry is finalising regulations requiring international container lines operating in Indian waters to reserve at least 5% of their cargo space for domestic operators. Additionally, vessel-sharing agreements among container lines must also ensure a 5% reservation for domestic cargo movement. These new rules aim to strengthen business for

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Oct 09, 2024 India and UAE in talks to raise investment commitment to $100 billion
India and UAE in talks to raise investment commitment to $100 billion

India is in talks with UAE, the fourth largest foreign investor in 2023 with $3.5 billion in Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), to increase its pledged $75 billion investment to $100 billion, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced on Monday. Mr. Goyal also revealed the UAE's decision

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Oct 09, 2024 Defence industry targets record production and export growth
Defence industry targets record production and export growth

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced a renewed focus on developing India’s defence ecosystem. He highlighted initiatives like defence industrial corridors, positive indigenisation lists (PILs), and the corporatisation of the Ordnance Factory Board. Singh urged increased private sector involvement and called on foreign companies and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Oct 09, 2024 $120 million venture fund for space startups
$120 million venture fund for space startups

Dr Jitendra Singh, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, announced that ₹1,000 crore (approximately $120 million) has been allocated for a venture fund aimed at supporting space startups in India.

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Oct 09, 2024 India and US sign MoU to strengthen critical mineral supply chains
India and US sign MoU to strengthen critical mineral supply chains

During the sixth consecutive India-United States (US) Commercial Dialogue, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed to “Expand and Diversify Critical Mineral Supply Chains.” This agreement aims to enhance cooperation in critical minerals exploration, extraction, processing, recycling, and related activities by leveraging the complementary strengths of both countries.

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Oct 09, 2024 India becomes affiliate member of the International Medical Device Regulators Forum
India becomes affiliate member of the International Medical Device Regulators Forum

India has become an affiliate member of the International Medical Device Regulators Forum (IMDRF). The IMDRF, founded in 2011, is a global alliance of medical device regulators working to promote global regulatory harmonisation and convergence.

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Oct 09, 2024 India joins International Energy Efficiency Hub to improve energy strategies
India joins International Energy Efficiency Hub to improve energy strategies

The Union Cabinet has approved India’s membership in the International Energy Efficiency Hub (IEEH), enabling collaboration with 16 countries to share energy strategies and solutions to improve energy efficiency.

by Amal Anzari
India leads global natural gas contracts, securing 30% share in 2024
News   -   Oct 09, 2024 India leads global natural gas contracts, securing 30% share in 2024

India signed contracts for 15 billion cubic metres of natural gas from post-Final Investment Decision (FID) projects between January and August 2024, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). Globally, 50 BCM of gas contracts were inked during this period, with India cornering the largest share at 30%.

by Amal Anzari
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News   -   Oct 09, 2024 India leads global natural gas contracts, securing 30% share in 2024
India leads global natural gas contracts, securing 30% share in 2024

India signed contracts for 15 billion cubic metres of natural gas from post-Final Investment Decision (FID) projects between January and August 2024, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). Globally, 50 BCM of gas contracts were inked during this period, with India cornering the largest share at 30%.

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Oct 09, 2024 Shipping ministry sets cargo space rules for international lines
Shipping ministry sets cargo space rules for international lines

The Shipping Ministry is finalising regulations requiring international container lines operating in Indian waters to reserve at least 5% of their cargo space for domestic operators. Additionally, vessel-sharing agreements among container lines must also ensure a 5% reservation for domestic cargo movement. These new rules aim to strengthen business for

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Oct 09, 2024 India and UAE in talks to raise investment commitment to $100 billion
India and UAE in talks to raise investment commitment to $100 billion

India is in talks with UAE, the fourth largest foreign investor in 2023 with $3.5 billion in Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), to increase its pledged $75 billion investment to $100 billion, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced on Monday. Mr. Goyal also revealed the UAE's decision

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Oct 09, 2024 Defence industry targets record production and export growth
Defence industry targets record production and export growth

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced a renewed focus on developing India’s defence ecosystem. He highlighted initiatives like defence industrial corridors, positive indigenisation lists (PILs), and the corporatisation of the Ordnance Factory Board. Singh urged increased private sector involvement and called on foreign companies and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Oct 09, 2024 $120 million venture fund for space startups
$120 million venture fund for space startups

Dr Jitendra Singh, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, announced that ₹1,000 crore (approximately $120 million) has been allocated for a venture fund aimed at supporting space startups in India.

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Oct 09, 2024 India and US sign MoU to strengthen critical mineral supply chains
India and US sign MoU to strengthen critical mineral supply chains

During the sixth consecutive India-United States (US) Commercial Dialogue, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed to “Expand and Diversify Critical Mineral Supply Chains.” This agreement aims to enhance cooperation in critical minerals exploration, extraction, processing, recycling, and related activities by leveraging the complementary strengths of both countries.

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Oct 09, 2024 India becomes affiliate member of the International Medical Device Regulators Forum
India becomes affiliate member of the International Medical Device Regulators Forum

India has become an affiliate member of the International Medical Device Regulators Forum (IMDRF). The IMDRF, founded in 2011, is a global alliance of medical device regulators working to promote global regulatory harmonisation and convergence.

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Oct 09, 2024 India joins International Energy Efficiency Hub to improve energy strategies
India joins International Energy Efficiency Hub to improve energy strategies

The Union Cabinet has approved India’s membership in the International Energy Efficiency Hub (IEEH), enabling collaboration with 16 countries to share energy strategies and solutions to improve energy efficiency.

by Amal Anzari
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Morning Briefing   -   Nov 15, 2024 Commerce Minister Calls for Repo Rate Cut
Commerce Minister Calls for Repo Rate Cut

Highlights include conflicting views on the repo rate cut, the Reliance-Disney merger, ISRO's proposal to Mexico and views from columnists on the violence in Manipur.

by Daanish Narayan
News   -   Nov 14, 2024 Seaplanes to Connect Remote India: Aviation Minister Eyes North East
Seaplanes to Connect Remote India: Aviation Minister Eyes North East

In line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision to expand national connectivity, Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu announced plans to introduce seaplanes to reach remote areas across India, including the North East. During an aviation conference at Meghalaya’s Umiam Lake, Naidu took a test ride on

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Nov 14, 2024 India’s October Exports Surge by 17%
India’s October Exports Surge by 17%

India's goods exports rose by 17.25% to $39.2 billion in October, marking the highest monthly tally in recent times, while imports reached $66.34 billion, a 3.9% increase from last year. From April to October, non-petroleum exports set a new high at $211.3 billion,

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Nov 14, 2024 RBI Governor Affirms Resilient Indian Economy Amid Global Challenges
RBI Governor Affirms Resilient Indian Economy Amid Global Challenges

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das shared an optimistic view on India's economic resilience, despite global challenges like inflation and geopolitical tensions. Das highlighted the RBI’s measures, including a robust regulatory framework and responsive policy shifts, to address emerging risks. He pointed to improved inflation

by Amal Anzari
Morning Briefing   -   Nov 14, 2024 First Phase of Voting Completed in State Elections
First Phase of Voting Completed in State Elections

Highlights include the inauguration of projects by the PM, India's push for nuclear power, the rise in renewable energy capacity and views from columnists on the Maharashtra state elections.

by Daanish Narayan
News   -   Nov 13, 2024 US Leads in Indian Engineering Exports; UAE, Saudi Arabia Follow
US Leads in Indian Engineering Exports; UAE, Saudi Arabia Follow

The United States remains the top importer of Indian engineering goods, purchasing $9.3 billion (up 6.2%) from April to September, according to data from the Engineering Export Promotion Council (EEPC). The United Arab Emirates (UAE), benefitting from a Free Trade Agreement with India, secured the second spot with

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Nov 13, 2024 Swedish Firms Eye Tamil Nadu for Expansion, IKEA Among Four Exploring New Ventures
Swedish Firms Eye Tamil Nadu for Expansion, IKEA Among Four Exploring New Ventures

Sweden’s Ambassador to India, Jan Thesleff, announced that four Swedish companies, including IKEA, are considering establishing bases in Tamil Nadu. Currently, 70 Swedish firms operate in the State, employing around 25,000 people. Other Swedish companies, such as Scandinavian Robot Systems in Chennai and Jacobi in Coimbatore, will open

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Nov 13, 2024 By-Elections Witness High Voter Turnout Across Multiple States
By-Elections Witness High Voter Turnout Across Multiple States

Voting concluded for 31 Assembly seats across 10 states, with significant voter turnout. Kerala’s Wayanad Lok Sabha bypoll, featuring Priyanka Gandhi Vadra’s debut, recorded 64.27% turnout, lower than the previous 72.92%. Rajasthan's seven Assembly constituencies saw a turnout of 64.82%. Karnataka recorded the

by Amal Anzari
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