Supply Chain

Govt plans to replace $189 bn of imports through domestic manufacturing

The Centre and states plan to replace $189 billion of imports by boosting domestic production of 1,272 products through targeted manufacturing and industrial clusters

Private sector enters India's critical minerals race with Indonesia deal

Hyderabad-based Midwest Ltd has become the first Indian private company to secure overseas rare earth assets through an agreement with Indonesia's state-run PERMINAS

France pitches processing partnership for India's rare earth ambitions

French official says India should invest in rare earth processing and refining before domestic mines start production, while expanding technology, financing and research partnerships

Tractors and Farm Equipment planning to export its e-tractors to Europe

TAFE is strengthening supply chains and localisation amid rising costs while preparing to launch its electric tractor in Europe later this year

Why India's SEZ regime is headed for its biggest overhaul since 2005

Industry and policy experts say the original framework helped exports but struggled to deliver the manufacturing transformation once envisioned

Flipkart hires former Tata Digital CTO Vaidya to lead supply-chain tech

Appointment bolsters the Walmart-owned e-commerce company's technology leadership as it expands AI and logistics capabilities

A club India should join: Why CPTPP can advance Viksit Bharat goals

Joining the CPTPP could integrate India into global supply chains, boost exports and support its Viksit Bharat 2047 ambitions before tougher entry conditions emerge

Rethinking quality control: The new order will not solve the problem

The original purpose of QCOs was to ensure quality standards to protect consumers, improve product quality, and keep substandard imports out of the Indian market. Over time, however, the policy expand

Govt eases quality control order hurdles for toys, ACs and furniture

Government eases QCO compliance with a transition scheme, offering manufacturers temporary relief while maintaining quality standards

Thailand, Philippines and Argentina primed as supply chain 'rising stars'

A new analysis says several Southeast Asian and Latin American economies are well positioned to attract investment as companies seek more resilient supply chains

The Smart Shift: AI & Automation in Manufacturing

In this session, Siddhant Bery & Aayaan Bery, the next-gen leaders at KSP Inc., a manufacturing & export firm, talk about industrial automation, and provides career tips to the B-Schoolers. > >

Supertankers with 80 million barrels of oil ready to pass through Hormuz

Data from Vortexa shows most cargoes are destined for Asia, with several tankers already indicating routes toward China and regional transshipment hubs in Southeast Asia

Hormuz is reopening, but global shipping won't be normal for months

While oil markets have reacted positively to the Strait of Hormuz reopening, supply chain disruptions and a massive shipping backlog mean global energy markets may take months to fully recover

India's export surge reflects integration into global value chains: Experts

The 18 per cent growth in the country's merchandise exports reflects the increasing integration of Indian companies into global value chains and the diversification of export markets, experts said on Tuesday. India's exports climbed to a six-month high of 18 per cent to USD 45.2 billion in May, while the trade deficit widened to USD 28.21 billion, driven by increased imports of petroleum products amid higher crude oil prices. The increase in the outbound shipments is a reflection of the growing competitiveness of Indian industry and the confidence that global markets continue to place in Indian products, Sanjay Budhia, CII's Co-chair National Committee on Exports and MD, Patton International Ltd, said. He said that the healthy growth in exports during the first two months of 2026-27 also highlights the increasing integration of Indian enterprises into global value chains and their ability to respond to evolving international demand. During April-May 2026-27, exports rose 16.09 per

India Inc's new supply chain strategy: Replacing efficiency with resilience

Repeated shocks from Covid to conflict in West Asia are pushing Indian companies to diversify suppliers, localise sourcing and strengthen risk monitoring, even at the cost of higher expenses

India, UK launch observatory to track critical minerals supply chains

The joint platform will monitor global critical mineral supply chains, identify risks and support policymaking amid growing demand from clean energy and advanced manufacturing sectors

Broader impact of West Asia crisis limited: Allcargo CEO Ketan Kulkarni

Allcargo Logistics bets on technology, integrated supply chains and India's growth story to outpace industry expansion

Talk tariffs, but understand ocean freight and its impact on trade costs

Tariff cuts alone cannot boost exports; India needs larger, predictable cargo volumes to reduce freight costs and attract direct shipping services

Quad unveils $20 bn critical minerals initiative; India-US sign pact

The Quad framework aims to mobilise public and private investment in critical minerals supply chains, while India and the US signed a separate rare earths cooperation pact

Electronics makers want govt action to assess twin Chinese decrees

Industry body ICEA urges govt to set up high-level inter-ministerial group to ensure supply chain curbs do not upend the 'China Plus One' strategy