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19/02/2024

A recent uptick in a global index of manufacturing — to the highest level since mid-2022 — has spurred expectations the sector has reached a turning point after a broad consumer shift away from purchases of goods in favour of services.

19/02/2024

Global e-commerce is expected to grow at more than twice the rate as offline purchases, and, by decade’s end, 25,000 packages will be shipped every second, according to an analysis by environmental group Stand.earth.

Global e-commerce is expected to grow at more than twice the rate as offline purchases, and, by decades end, 25,000 packages will be shipped every second, according to an analysis by environmental group Stand.earth.

19/02/2024

Aiming to onboard half a million SMEs with customised financial solutions, says Tide India's Gurjodhpal Singh

UK fintech platform looks to make it easier for MSMEs to manage financial and administrative functions and take financial inclusion to secluded areas.

18/02/2024

While the euro area is expected to avoid a downturn, the European Commission still sees the bloc growing slower than initially forecast this year.

The euro-area economy is entering 2024 on a weaker footing than previously expected, according to new European Union forecasts that anticipate another year of subdued growth.

18/02/2024

While subsidy cuts may be a roadblock for the EV growth in the short run, manufacturers should take it as an opportunity to reevaluate their production plans for long-term growth.

17/02/2024

New age social media platforms can help amplify and promptly resolve the grievances raised by the citizens.

Tech startups are partnering with local governments to create a more efficient and citizen-centric model.

17/02/2024

Small firms export 40% of India's merchandise exports and re-routing of ships has squeezed already thin margins.

​Small firms export 40% of India's merchandise exports and re-routing of ships has squeezed already thin margins.

17/02/2024

Supply chain woes mount for traders as the Houthi attacks increase freight rates, insurance costs and travel time.

17/02/2024

Trade experts expect tangible gains only over a long term, with both threats and opportunities being present if India looks at developing a shipping line of global repute.

16/02/2024

In February, Indian traders signed contracts to export 400,000 bales (68,000 metric tons) of cotton - the highest since February 2022 - mainly to China, Bangladesh and Vietnam, traders said.

In February, Indian traders signed contracts to export 400,000 bales (68,000 metric tons) of cotton - the highest since February 2022 - mainly to China, Bangladesh and Vietnam, traders said.

16/02/2024

While subsidy cuts may be a roadblock for the EV growth in the short run, manufacturers should take it as an opportunity to reevaluate their production plans for long-term growth.

While subsidy cuts may be a roadblock for the EV growth in the short run, manufacturers should take it as an opportunity to reevaluate their production plans for long-term growth.

16/02/2024

Policymakers worldwide are seeking to reduce carbon emissions in their fight against climate change, with steel traditionally among the most polluting industries.

Policymakers worldwide are seeking to reduce carbon emissions in their fight against climate change, with steel traditionally among the most polluting industries.

15/02/2024

Trade experts expect tangible gains only over a long term, with both threats and opportunities being present if India looks at developing a shipping line of global repute.

Trade experts expect tangible gains only over a long term, with both threats and opportunities being present if India looks at developing a shipping line of global repute.

15/02/2024

Experts discussed the need to bring in an Indian P&I (Protection and Indemnity) club to address some critical needs of the shipping sector

Experts discussed the need to bring in an Indian P&I (Protection and Indemnity) club to address some critical needs of the shipping sector

15/02/2024

Shiprocket enters into pact with DGFT to help and educate MSME exporters

As the small businesses in India explore the overseas market with the help of e-commerce, logistics firm Shiprocket aims to make the process easier.

14/02/2024

The High Commissioner said negotiation on the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between India and Bangladesh is going to start soon.

The High Commissioner said negotiation on the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between India and Bangladesh is going to start soon.

14/02/2024

In Europe, most textile waste is either dumped or burned. Only 22 percent is recycled or reused -- and most of that is turned into insulation, mattress stuffing or cleaning cloths.

In Europe, most textile waste is either dumped or burned. Only 22 percent is recycled or reused -- and most of that is turned into insulation, mattress stuffing or cleaning cloths.

14/02/2024

The SIDBI ET MSME Conclave is all set to empower the small businesses of Gujarat’s fourth largest city.

The SIDBI ET MSME Conclave is all set to empower the small businesses of Gujarats fourth largest city.

14/02/2024

Supply chain woes mount for traders as the Houthi attacks increase freight rates, insurance costs and travel time.

Supply chain woes mount for traders as the Houthi attacks increase freight rates, insurance costs and travel time.

14/02/2024

Ironically, one of the biggest challenges in the fight against land degradation is universal: We need to eat. About 40% of the planet’s land is used for farming.

Ironically, one of the biggest challenges in the fight against land degradation is universal: We need to eat. About 40% of the planets land – 5 billion hectares – is used for farming.

13/02/2024

SIDBI ET MSME Conclave in Belagavi was highly successful in helping MSMEs connect with peers, stakeholders and senior officials.

SIDBI ET MSME Conclave in Belagavi was highly successful in helping MSMEs connect with peers, stakeholders and senior officials.

13/02/2024

According to the International Energy Agency, tripling the global renewable energy capacity and doubling the energy efficiency rate by 2030 are critical to limiting the average global temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius.

According to the International Energy Agency, tripling the global renewable energy capacity and doubling the energy efficiency rate by 2030 are critical to limiting the average global temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius.

12/02/2024

GradRight claims to have processed loan requests exceeding $2 billion and assisted over 60,000 students in just two years.

GradRight claims to have processed loan requests exceeding $2 billion and assisted over 60,000 students in just two years.

12/02/2024

Clearing the pessimistic vibes around libraries disappearing, Baker & Taylor’s CEO explains how electronic content can give a new boost to traditional libraries and bookstores.

Clearing the pessimistic vibes around libraries disappearing, Baker & Taylors CEO explains how electronic content can give a new boost to traditional libraries and bookstores.

12/02/2024

The new initiative, known broadly as a “minerals security partnership forum,” is expected to align outreach efforts to buyers in developed countries and resource-rich nations to cooperate on projects and policies.

The new initiative, known broadly as a “minerals security partnership forum,” is expected to align outreach efforts to buyers in developed countries and resource-rich nations to cooperate on projects and policies.

11/02/2024

Major shipping companies are warning that the security situation in the Red Sea is continuing to deteriorate, despite efforts by the west to limit attacks by Yemen’s Houthi rebels.

Major shipping companies are warning that the security situation in the Red Sea is continuing to deteriorate, despite efforts by the west to limit attacks by Yemens Houthi rebels.

11/02/2024

As climate change impacts crop productivity, experts say it’s the time to study the pros and cons of modern as well as natural farming practices before deciding on one option.

As climate change impacts crop productivity, experts say it’s the time to study the pros and cons of modern as well as natural farming practices before deciding on one option.

10/02/2024

As climate change impacts crop productivity, experts say it’s the time to study the pros and cons of modern as well as natural farming practices before deciding on one option.

10/02/2024

Embedding stability and resilience in supply chains remains key concerns of stakeholders worldwide.

As data generation accelerates, with millions of dynamic datasets proliferating across the supply chain landscape, data criticality has never been more pronounced.

10/02/2024

Like other economies, India too is grappling with environmental challenges, including pollution, deforestation, and climate change.

As India strives to meet ambitious emission reduction goals demanding $170 billion annually by 2030, a pressing reality looms large: a $44 billion yearly shortfall in climate finance.