India’s equity markets staged a partial recovery this week, buoyed by optimism surrounding the government’s sweeping GST rate rationalisation. The revamped structure, which reduces the number of slabs to just 5% and 18%, is expected to inject fresh momentum into domestic consumption and corporate earnings. However, Vinod Nair, Head of Research at Geojit Financial Services,…
At the 24th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Trade Ministers’ Meeting held in Vladivostok on September 6, 2025, India raised strong concerns over persistent trade imbalances and the misuse of export controls, calling for a calibrated, transparent, and inclusive approach to global commerce. Representing India, Amitabh Kumar, Additional Secretary in the Department of Commerce, emphasized the…
The State Bank of India (SBI) has projected a modest ₹3,700 crore revenue loss to the central government in FY26 due to the latest Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms, according to its recent research report. The reforms, approved by the GST Council at its 56th meeting, include a major rate rationalisation that replaces the…
In a major regulatory move aimed at preserving investor data integrity and ensuring uninterrupted Know Your Client (KYC) services, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has issued a comprehensive framework to streamline the surrender of registration by KYC Registration Agencies (KRAs). The circular, released on September 5, 2025, outlines a structured process for…
In a landmark development for India’s infrastructure and cement sectors, Vedanta Group has emerged as the winning bidder to acquire Jaiprakash Associates Ltd (JAL) with a ₹17,000 crore offer, beating out rival Adani Group in a tightly contested race. The acquisition marks one of the largest distressed asset takeovers in recent years and signals Vedanta’s…
India’s textile industry is poised for a transformational leap, with next-generation GST reforms unlocking new growth potential across the entire value chain—from fibre to fashion to foreign markets. The Ministry of Textiles, in coordination with the GST Council, has rolled out a series of landmark tax rationalisations aimed at correcting structural anomalies, reducing production costs,…
German bath fittings giant Hansgrohe is set to quadruple its production capacity in India by 2028, pivoting sharply toward the world’s most populous market amid a slowdown in China’s construction and consumption sectors. The company, known for its premium showers, faucets, and smart bathroom solutions, aims to scale up output at its Mumbai facility from…
India’s solar industry is experiencing a pivotal moment in its clean energy journey, as rising US tariffs on Indian solar exports have unexpectedly strengthened the sector’s domestic focus and manufacturing resilience. With the United States imposing up to 50% tariffs on Indian solar products since August 2025, manufacturers are recalibrating their strategies—shifting from export dependency…
India’s merchandise exports to the United States have already touched 50% of the total value recorded in FY25—within just the first five months of FY26—according to Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal. Speaking at a trade review meeting in New Delhi on September 5, 2025, Goyal emphasized that despite the pressure of elevated US…
India’s consumption-driven economy is poised for a major boost following the rollout of the new Goods and Services Tax (GST) structure, which slashes rates across key sectors including fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), automobiles, and electronics. Veteran banker and HDFC Vice Chairman Keki Mistry has hailed the reform as a “game-changer,” predicting an immediate uptick in…
