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The Indian government is evaluating the impact of Pakistan's airspace closure on air cargo to key destinations, but exporters anticipate minimal disruption due to the small percentage of goods transported by air. A ban on cargo transshipments from Bangladesh is expected to stabilize prices, while previous tariff deadlines led to shipment surges, particularly in garments and electronics.

Indian Railways is evaluating global railway technologies from countries like Russia, Germany, and France to modernize its operations. The assessment includes real-time monitoring systems, staff wellbeing protocols, and a shift to EPC contracts for infrastructure projects.

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The bigger fear is a recession in the US, but otherwise, exporters see long-term advantage even in a lean season, especially with a Delhi-Washington trade deal likely & China-US relations deteriorating

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To shield its steel industry from a surge in inexpensive imports, the Indian government has implemented a 12% safeguard duty on specific alloy and non-alloy steel flat products. This action, welcomed by the Union Minister, aims to alleviate pressure on domestic manufacturers, particularly SMEs, facing market distortions due to increased foreign steel inflows.

NCR's real estate market is experiencing a significant resurgence, marked by an 81% surge in residential property prices between 2020 and 2025. Greater Noida leads with a 98% price appreciation, followed by Noida and Gurugram. Declining unsold inventory and a shift towards premium housing indicate strong buyer confidence and investment potential, fueled by infrastructure developments and emerging corridors.

New Delhi’s withdrawal of the trans-shipment facility to Bangladesh comes in the wake of the increasingly ‘anti-India stance’ of the Muhammed Yunus-led interim government. MEA, however, says the privilege offered to Dhaka had begun causing significant operational issues at Indian ports and airports

Indian Railways has announced a Rs 16.7 lakh crore investment plan by 2031 to modernize infrastructure, focusing on station redevelopment, freight corridor expansion, and high-speed rail projects. Private sector involvement is increasing, and significant progress includes the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train and three developing freight corridors. Station redevelopment involves 508 stations, creating substantial business opportunities.

Yes, auto parts companies will be especially hit. But a combination of globally competitive manufacturers & a clever Indo-America trade deal can still create winning market conditions

The most notable changes are new finance and transport ministers. The reshuffle comes as Kyriakos Mitsotakis attempts to shore up support for his government after mass protests over a 2023 train crash.

Madhya Pradesh's pharmaceutical exports hit Rs 9,000 crore in Jan 2024, topping state exports. Challenges like freight rate surges due to the Gulf crisis threaten the momentum, requiring strategic interventions for sustained growth.

The Indian auto component industry is projected to see an 8-10 per cent revenue growth in financial year 2025-26, as per ICRA. This is down from a 14 per cent growth in 2023-24. Margins are expected to be stable, despite increased ocean freight rates affecting some exporters and importers.

freight rates for ten metric tonne loads to select destinations declined by Rs 500 in the local truck transport market today amid lower movement of cargo.