eznews.inOn October 18, 2025, Indian Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, alongside Nirmala Sitharaman and Ashwini Vaishnaw, addressed a press conference in New Delhi, highlighting significant investment opportunities for Israeli businesses in India. Goyal emphasized potential collaboration in sectors such as infrastructure, manufacturing, artificial intelligence, fintech, agri-tech, and pharmaceuticals. Leading a 60-member business delegation to Israel, Goyal aims to enhance bilateral trade and investment, marking the first visit by an Indian commerce minister to the country. He outlined ten key factors, including India's democratic framework and rapid development, that make it an attractive investment destination. Israeli Economy Minister Nir Barkat echoed this sentiment, describing India as a promising market and referencing the India-Middle East Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) as a strategic initiative to bolster cooperation. Despite a decline in trade between the two nations in 2024-25, Goyal remains optimistic about future prospects. 
Published: Nov 20 2025, 3 pmeznews.inTransrail Lighting, an engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) firm, announced on Thursday that it has secured new orders worth ₹548 crore, pushing its cumulative order inflows for the fiscal year 2026 beyond ₹4,200 crore. The latest contracts include a significant international transmission line EPC project in a country within the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Randeep Narang, the company's Managing Director and CEO, highlighted that with total inflows now exceeding ₹4,285 crore and an additional L1 position of ₹2,575 crore, Transrail is well-positioned for future growth. Based in Mumbai, Transrail operates in the transmission and distribution (T&D) sector, as well as in civil engineering, railways, poles, and lighting, boasting a presence in 60 countries worldwide.
Published: Nov 20 2025, 3 pmeznews.inJeh Aerospace has unveiled its new manufacturing facility, Mach 2, at the Blackstone-backed Horizon Industrial Park in Kothur, significantly expanding its presence in Hyderabad. The 200,000 square-foot facility nearly quadruples the company's existing footprint in the city, bringing its total capacity to over 250,000 square feet. This AI-driven site will feature advanced technologies such as autonomous machining and closed-loop quality systems, marking a shift towards a new manufacturing paradigm, according to Founder and CEO Vishal Sanghavi. In just 18 months, Jeh Aerospace has amassed an order book exceeding $150 million, reflecting robust global demand for its precision components. The new facility aims to enhance production capacity, accelerate automation, and bolster the company's digital supply-chain resilience for international clients. Backed by investors including General Catalyst and Elevation Capital, Jeh Aerospace is committed to advancing its manufacturing infrastructure and software-driven processes to shape the future of the aerospace supply chain.
Published: Nov 20 2025, 3 pmeznews.inIndia has solidified its position as the global leader in the electric three-wheeler market, capturing 57% of worldwide sales in 2024, according to a report released at the COP30 summit in Brazil. The country experienced a 23% year-on-year increase in light-duty electric vehicle (EV) sales and achieved a 2.9% EV sales share in the first half of 2025. This growth is attributed to robust government initiatives like the Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles (FAME) and the PM E-Drive Scheme, which aim to incentivize the sale of millions of electric two- and three-wheelers. The report highlights India's collaborative efforts between the government and private sector, with companies like Zomato committing to a fully electric delivery fleet by 2030. Additionally, the government is now focusing on electrifying medium- and heavy-duty trucks, which, despite representing only 3% of the vehicle stock, account for nearly 44% of transport-related greenhouse gas emissions.
Published: Nov 20 2025, 3 pmeznews.inGomini, a managed cow-care service platform, has announced a partnership with landowners of over 50 acres to create sustainable cow-centric ecosystems designed to accommodate 100-500 cows. This initiative aims to transform waste into valuable resources, restore soil health, and enhance biodiversity through a regenerative approach rather than traditional extractive practices. Gomini's three-stage model begins with ‘panchgavya’ production, focusing on high-value Ayurvedic products from cow by-products. The second stage emphasizes natural farming to rebuild soil fertility, while the final stage, ‘wellness retreats,’ offers urban Indians immersive experiences reconnecting with indigenous wisdom. Founder Arjun Sharma highlighted the importance of building living systems and supporting rural communities, particularly through self-help groups that empower women. With over 800 urban guardians on the waitlist, Gomini plans to onboard 500 this financial year, aiming for sustainable growth while preserving India's cultural heritage of responsible cow stewardship.
Published: Nov 20 2025, 2 pmeznews.inThe International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) has highlighted significant challenges facing India's export-oriented solar photovoltaic (PV) manufacturers, particularly due to a new 50% tariff imposed by the United States, which accounted for 97% of India's solar PV module exports in 2024. This tariff, effective from August 2025, threatens to diminish profit margins and slow the expansion of new manufacturing facilities in India, where solar PV exports had surged twenty-three times between 2022 and 2024. As India aims to solidify its position as a major solar manufacturing hub, experts from EUPD Research emphasize the need for manufacturers to enhance long-term competitiveness through high-efficiency technologies and alignment with emerging European regulations. With projections of 213 GW of new solar capacity and module manufacturing exceeding 280 GW by 2030, Indian manufacturers must diversify their markets and adopt data-driven strategies to sustain growth amid tightening trade measures.
Published: Nov 20 2025, 1 pmeznews.inAustralian Foreign Minister Penny Wong and India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar are scheduled to meet in Delhi on Thursday to discuss enhancing cooperation in various sectors, including cyber and strategic technology, trade, maritime security, and defence. Wong emphasized that her visit underscores the Albanese Government's commitment to strengthening ties with India, which has already seen the implementation of an Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (ECTA) aimed at reducing import duties. The two nations are also working towards a Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA) to further deepen their economic relationship. In FY25, India was Australia's eighth largest trading partner, with bilateral trade reaching $24.1 billion. Wong expressed optimism about setting a more ambitious agenda for the future of the India-Australia partnership, highlighting the importance of people-to-people connections alongside economic collaboration.
Published: Nov 20 2025, 1 pmeznews.inThe United States has announced significant tariff exemptions on over 200 agricultural products, including beef, coffee, bananas, and nuts, as part of a landmark trade deal with Switzerland that reduces the effective tariff rate by 0.6 percentage points to 12.8%. While the overall macroeconomic impact on the US is modest, with only a 4 basis point reduction in inflation projected for 2026, the move is expected to reshape trade dynamics, particularly for emerging markets in Asia. India and Brazil are highlighted as potential beneficiaries of near-term tariff reductions, which could alleviate high reciprocal tariff rates affecting exporters of tea, spices, and seafood. The evolving US tariff strategy presents opportunities for other Asian economies as well, with analysts anticipating further exemptions for poultry and fish. Although the US impact is limited, Switzerland's GDP could see a boost, and commodity exporters like South Africa and Chile will benefit from lower tariff rates.
Published: Nov 20 2025, 12 pmeznews.inIndia's aluminium manufacturing sector is facing significant challenges due to a surge in imports from surplus nations, prompting the Federation of Indian Mineral Industries (FIMI) to call for a 15% increase in import duties to protect domestic producers. In its recommendations for the 2026-27 Union Budget, FIMI highlighted the need for urgent policy measures to bolster the industry, which is projected to see investments exceeding ₹1.5 lakh crore aimed at increasing production capacity to 7.2 million tonnes by 2029-30. Despite this potential growth, nearly 55% of India's aluminium demand is expected to be met through imports by 2025-26, with rising aluminium scrap inflows raising concerns over quality standards. FIMI also urged a reduction in import duties on critical raw materials, citing high production costs exacerbated by taxes and logistics, which hinder the sector's competitiveness despite India's rich bauxite and coal reserves.
Published: Nov 20 2025, 12 pmeznews.inSouthern Railway is set to launch India's first intra-zonal coast-to-coast parcel express train, connecting Royapuram in Chennai with Mangaluru Central, enhancing regional parcel mobility. Scheduled to operate weekly on Fridays from Mangaluru and Tuesdays from Chennai, the service promises timely deliveries, benefiting local businesses. The inaugural journey departs Mangaluru on December 12 at 15:10, arriving in Chennai the following day, while the return trip leaves on December 16. The train will consist of ten high-capacity parcel vans and two luggage-cum-brake vans, stopping at key commercial hubs including Salem, Coimbatore, and Kozhikode. A unique feature of this service is the dedicated parcel coaches for each destination, ensuring organized handling and real-time monitoring for efficient logistics. This initiative reflects Southern Railway's commitment to providing reliable and sustainable transportation solutions across Tamil Nadu and Kerala, supporting a diverse range of commodities from perishables to industrial materials.
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