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Inputs attributed to SD Nandakumar, President & Country Head – Holidays & Corporate Tours – SOTC Travel Europe’s allure continues to grow among Indian travellers — but the way people explore it has shifted. Gone are the days of ticking off just landmarks. Today’s travellers want stories and moments: sunrise over glacial fjords, wine…

India and the European Union have intensified their engagement to fast-track ongoing discussions on trade and technology cooperation, signaling renewed momentum in one of the world’s most significant economic partnerships. The latest round of talks reflects a shared interest in deepening collaboration across key sectors, including trade facilitation, digital technologies,…

Odisha is strengthening its position in India’s emerging innovation landscape with the establishment of a Biotechnology Research Centre, a move aimed at accelerating scientific research, industrial development, and technology-driven growth in the state. The initiative is expected to play a key role in advancing cutting-edge biotechnology research while also supporting…

India’s two-wheeler industry is expected to surpass its pre-COVID sales levels and reach a new peak in FY2026, driven by improving rural demand, stable economic conditions, and rising affordability among consumers. Industry observers note that the segment, which forms a key part of India’s automobile market, has been gradually recovering…

India continues to stand out as a strong long-term investment destination with significant potential in the e-commerce sector, according to a senior executive from Amazon. Highlighting the country’s digital expansion and rapidly evolving consumer base, the Amazon Vice President noted that India’s online retail ecosystem is still in its growth…

The Government of India has introduced important changes to the Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme for MSMEs (MCGS-MSME) to further support manufacturers and exporters. The revised framework is aimed at improving credit access, reducing financial burden, and encouraging investment in machinery and equipment, in line with Budget 2025–26 priorities. The scheme,…

Udaipur, Mar 23: Hindustan Zinc Limited, the world’s leading integrated zinc producer and among the top five silver producers globally, has strengthened its long-standing association with Tata Steel to expand the integration of EcoZen, its low-carbon zinc solution into sustainable steel manufacturing.  The collaboration reflects both companies’ shared commitment to…

New Delhi, Mar 23: Reflecting on Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s World Water Day message delivered on March 22, “Water sustains us and shapes our planet’s future. Let us reaffirm our commitment to conserve every drop of water and use it responsibly,” industry leaders are underscoring the urgent need for water stewardship amid India’s intensifying scarcity crisis. With agriculture consuming nearly 80% of…