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News18
31 minutes ago
- Politics
- News18
Businessman And Columnist Suhel Seth Slams Urban Chaos Which Occurs Every Monsoon
India's metro cities face a grim reality each monsoon: urban decay, flooding, and inadequate infrastructure. As leaders neglect these issues, the nation's reputation and investment potential hang in the balance. A call for change is urgent to reshape Brand India.
NDTV
6 days ago
- Business
- NDTV
Kolhapuris To Banarsis: How Trade Deal With UK Put "Brand India" On Global Map
New Delhi: Protecting and promoting the "Brand India"-- from Kohlapuri Chappals to Banarasi and Chanderi textiles-- is a massive priority in the India-UK Free Trade Agreement set to be signed on Thursday in London. The pact will allow export of labour-intensive Indian products such as leather, footwear and clothing--often crafted by women-- at a concessional rate to British markets, opening a new chapter of a gender-inclusive trade framework. The trade deal, officially called a comprehensive economic and trade agreement, will be signed in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and is projected to double the trade between the two economies to $120 billion by 2030. In the pact, New Delhi has included gender equality provisions to enhance trade opportunities for women, especially female entrepreneurs, business owners, and workers, marking a significant shift in the country's previous trade policies. "We have championed our values-securing India's first-ever chapters in a free trade agreement on Anti-corruption, Labour rights, Gender, and Development. This chapter will enhance the opportunities for women to access the full benefits of the UK-India FTA. It will also advance women's economic empowerment and promote gender equality through trade," the UK government said in an earlier statement on the deal. The agreement includes reductions in tariffs, with India, which has a significantly more protectionist economy than the UK, slashing 90 per cent of its duties. This will allow the average tariff on UK products to drop to 3 per cent from 15 per cent. In return, Britain -- which already imports 11 billion euros worth of goods from India annually--will grant greater market access to Indian manufacturers. How The Deal Will Put India On The Global Map This will allow 99 per cent of Indian exports, including coveted textiles like Banarsi and Chanderi and leather icons like handmade Kolhapuri footwear, to have a duty-free access to UK markets. New Delhi's goal is to enhance India's brand recognition, cultural identity, and increase artisans' incomes-- especially of women-led businesses. It will also curb the cultural appropriation of Indian textile and handicraft products, where Western fashion industries source designs and styles from Indian craftsmanship without proper attribution or compensation. The latest example of this was the controversy surrounding global fashion brand Prada using Kolhapuri chappal designs in their 2026 menswear collection, without proper attribution or acknowledgement of the Indian heritage. The deal is also expected to boost job creation and financial independence for women, positioning India as a top supplier in labour-intensive sectors.
Mint
17-07-2025
- Business
- Mint
Piyush Goyal urges Indian missions abroad to sharpen trade strategy, push exports
New Delhi: Commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday urged Indian missions to ensure sharper trade intelligence, stronger global partnerships, and a coordinated push to boost India's exports and investment flows. He was interacting with Heads of Commercial Wings in 74 Indian Missions across 61 countries, the commerce ministry said in a statement. In a virtual interaction, Goyal reviewed trade promotion efforts and challenges in key markets, urging diplomats to act as the frontline of India's commercial diplomacy. 'Missions are our first economic responders,' Goyal said adding that their role is critical in deepening India's trade linkages and promoting Brand India globally. The minister underscored the need for real-time market intelligence, regular dissemination of trade advisories, and strategic interventions to address non-tariff barriers. He highlighted four key pillars — investment, trade, tourism, and technology — as central to India's growth journey, as articulated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Goyal also called for closer alignment between Missions andt the Department of Commerce through digital platforms like the DGFT's Trade Connect, and greater collaboration with Export Promotion Councils and industry to scale up outcomes under initiatives like Make in India and the PLI scheme, the commerce ministry said. Missions were also encouraged to share successful trade and investment promotion models to inspire cross-learning. Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal, who opened the session, reaffirmed the critical role of Missions in achieving India's long-term export and investment goals under the Vision 2047 framework. The meeting also took stock of resource needs, staffing of commercial officers, and improving on-ground coordination to strengthen India's economic presence abroad.
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India.com
10-07-2025
- Business
- India.com
Vice President Dhankar Wants Industry To Build Brand India, Defines Four Pillars
New Delhi: At the 19th CII-ITC Sustainability Awards held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar called on industries to drive inclusive growth. He urged businesses to actively support MSMEs and ensure greater representation of women and marginalized communities in leadership roles. While acknowledging efforts toward affirmative action, he pointed out that subtle and often unspoken forms of gender discrimination still exist and need urgent attention. Industry Must Expand 'Brand India' with Global Vision Encouraging industry leaders to think beyond traditional boundaries, Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar called on Indian businesses to expand their global footprint not just through market presence but by shaping ideas, setting standards, and offering innovative solutions. He said, 'Indian industry must now expand its global presence not just in markets, but in ideas, standards, and solutions. Let us build 'Brand India' on four pillars — quality, trust, innovation, and ancient wisdom reimagined for modern relevance.' Private Sector Must Help Shape India's Future Speaking as the Chief Guest at the 19th Edition of the CII-ITC Sustainability Awards held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar emphasised the vital role of the private sector in nation-building. He said, 'The private sector must embrace its role not just as an economic actor but as a co-architect of India's future……. We are not mercenaries, we don't stand for exploitation. We believe in the positive unleashing of our energy to realise our dreams for the benefit of society at large. A truly developed nation is one where opportunity is not the privilege of the few but the right of all.' Industry Must Lead in Meaningful Research Urging the corporate sector to step up its role in innovation, Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar called for deeper investment in indigenous research and development. He stressed that R&D efforts must go beyond superficial innovation and aim to create real impact. He said, 'Industry must take the lead in research and development, invest in indigenous design. I would reflect for a moment on this, this is an area where there needs to be more attention, greater convergence of corporate world…research can't be for the self, research can't be for the shelf. Research cannot be just assimilation or surface scratching. Research has to correlate to making change on the ground.' Youth Is India's Biggest Asset—But Needs Skilling Highlighting the importance of equipping India's young population with the right skills, Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar called on industry leaders to play a proactive role in shaping the country's future workforce. He said, 'Nearly two thirds of our population is below the age of 35. Demographic youth dividend. The median age being 28, we are 10 years younger than China and USA……duty of the corporates in particular is that, this [demographic dividend] our biggest asset has to be channelized in the right direction and therefore focus on youth and skilling is fundamental. The government is doing its bit by a number of innovative steps but major part has to be done for effective transformation by the industry. It is our biggest asset, but an asset is biggest only if we harness it with vision and urgency. I urge industry to work very closely with academia, training institutes, and the government to design future-ready curricula.'
Time of India
07-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Nasscom to launch US CEO forum in New York to strengthen India–US tech and innovation partnership
The United States and India share one of the world's most strategic and future-facing technology partnerships. In an era defined by digital disruption, frontier technologies, and global rebalancing, tech collaboration has emerged as a central pillar of bilateral engagement, spanning artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, quantum computing, digital public infrastructure, green energy, and resilient supply chains. To further deepen this collaboration, Nasscom is launching the US CEO Forum at the Consulate General of India in New York on July 9, 2025. The Forum will bring together leading Indian technology CEOs and influential US stakeholders to drive high-level strategic dialogue across innovation, enterprise, policy, and talent development. Conceived as a premier leadership platform, the Nasscom US CEO Forum aims to elevate India–US tech collaboration by convening a cross-section of leaders from government, industry, investment, think tanks, academia, and the Indian diaspora. The Forum aligns with the broader vision of enhancing trade and economic ties reinforcing the $500 billion bilateral trade target outlined by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and the U.S President Donald Trump and underscores the pivotal role of the tech sector in achieving it. The US CEO Forum will serve as a sustained engagement platform to reinforce the India–US tech corridor as a foundation for global digital transformation and inclusive economic growth. Rajesh Nambiar, President, Nasscom, said , 'The launch of the US CEO Forum marks a pivotal step in strengthening Brand India on the global stage. Indian technology companies are not only powering digital transformation across the US but also creating jobs, investing in local communities, and driving innovation that delivers real impact. This Forum will serve as a strategic platform to deepen partnerships, align with key stakeholders, and position Indian tech as a vital contributor to America's growth story.' The inaugural convening will feature prominent voices including Ravi Kumar S , CEO, Cognizant; Amb. Binaya Srikanta Pradhan , Consul General of India, New York; Rajesh Nambiar , President, Nasscom; Amit Chadha , CEO & MD, L&T Technology Services; Amb. (Ret.) Atul Keshap , President, U.S.-India Business Council; Anuj Kadyan , Senior Partner, McKinsey; Jason Oxman , President & CEO, Information Technology Industry Council (ITI); Justin Reynolds , Director for Tech Policy, US Department of State; Lisa Curtis , Director, Indo-Pacific Security Program, CNAS; and Malay Joshi , CEO, Americas One, Wipro—alongside several global CEOs, US enterprise leaders, policy experts, investors, and academics. The Forum will focus on advancing the India–US tech partnership from collaboration to co-creation, unlocking the transformative potential of AI, semiconductors, clean tech, and future skills. It will explore how cross-border partnerships can build resilient, secure, and innovation-led digital ecosystems. More than a single event, the Forum will drive ongoing engagements across US tech hubs such as Washington D.C., San Francisco, and Texas, building a strong network of champions for Indian tech in the US to foster growth, co-innovation, and policy alignment. With the foundational theme 'India Tech for America's Growth,' the Nasscom US CEO Forum positions Indian technology as a strategic partner in shaping the digital century.
