India has emerged as the largest supplier of smartphones to the United States, accounting for nearly 40% of total imports—a dramatic shift that signals a reordering of global electronics manufacturing. According to multiple industry reports and trade data, this surge has been driven by a rapid relocation of production away...
As geopolitical tensions in West Asia disrupt global energy confidence, Indian households are beginning to rethink one of their most fundamental consumption choices—how they cook. Concerns over potential LPG and PNG supply disruptions have triggered a rapid shift toward electric cooking appliances, from induction cooktops to air fryers. What started...
India has imposed restrictions on imports of Glufosinate and its salts under a DGFT notification dated April 13, 2026. Imports will be restricted for six months where the combined CIF value and applicable anti-dumping duty, calculated per kilogram, is below Rs 1,154. Glufosinate is an effective herbicide widely used for...
India’s diamond jewellery market is entering a dynamic phase of growth, driven by strong economic fundamentals and evolving consumer behaviour. According to the De Beers Group’s 2025 India Diamond Acquisition Study (DAS), the natural diamond jewellery (NDJ) market is projected to reach ₹1,50,000 crore by 2030, expanding at a robust...
India has always been a nation that lives sport — from the wrestling akharas of ancient India to its growing dominance in global arenas. Yet when it comes to manufacturing the equipment that makes sport possible, the country punches well below its weight. With a global sports equipment market valued...
India is witnessing an unprecedented surge in mobile data consumption, fuelled by the rapid rollout of 5G networks and the growing affordability of 5G smartphones. Faster speeds, low latency and some of the world’s cheapest data tariffs have transformed how Indians consume digital content—from high-definition video streaming to mobile gaming...
The escalating conflict involving Iran in West Asia is beginning to generate significant ripple effects across India’s tourism and aviation industry. Disruptions to international flight routes, a sharp rise in aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices, higher airfares and emerging supply constraints are creating operational challenges for airlines, hotels and travel...
India’s ₹13,000-crore live events industry is increasingly becoming a powerful platform for experiential marketing as brands seek deeper consumer engagement. A report by EY-Parthenon and BookMyShow found that 78% of Indian consumers prioritise experiences over products, with live events significantly improving brand recall and purchase intent. More than half of...
India’s information technology sector is entering a pivotal phase of transformation as artificial intelligence reshapes the foundations of global digital services. Projected to grow 6.1% to US$ 315 billion in FY26, the industry is moving beyond its traditional services-led model toward AI-driven innovation, cloud modernisation, and orchestration-based enterprise solutions. This...
India’s maritime ambitions are entering a transformative decade, as the country positions shipbuilding at the centre of its industrial and export growth strategy. Long known primarily as a ship repair and offshore services hub, India is now pivoting decisively toward complex vessel manufacturing, green propulsion technologies, and global newbuild contracts....
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