Other Briefings
India’s FDI Soars by 26.4% in Q1 2024-25
India’s FDI surged 26.4 percent to US$22.4 billion from April to June, marking the highest growth in over five quarters, driven by the manufacturing, financial services, communication, and energy sectors.
India, Malaysia Agree to Expand Cooperation in Emerging Sectors
India and Malaysia have agreed to elevate the partnership and signed several agreements covering employment, traditional medicine, digital technology, culture, youth engagement, financial services, etc.
India Updates Foreign Exchange Rules, Simplifies Cross-Border Share Exchanges
India has amended updates to the Foreign Exchange Management (Non-Debt Instruments) Rules, 2019, with the goal of simplifying cross-border share exchanges and promoting the ease of doing business.
India’s Draft Personal Data Protection Rules Likely to be Released Within a Month
India is expected to release a draft of the rules under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDP Act) within a month for public consultations.
More Women Engaged in Manufacturing Activities in India: MoSPI Report
In the latest report from India’s MoSPI, more urban women are engaged in the manufacturing sector, while rural women dominate agriculture activities.
Newly Sanctioned India Railway Projects Expected to Boost Connectivity, Improve Logistics
In an effort to lower logistical costs and improve nationwide connectivity, India’s Union Cabinet of Economic Affairs has approved eight new railway line projects.
Profiling India-Italy Trade and Commercial Relations
India and Italy have significantly strengthened their trade, commercial, and strategic relations in recent years, agreeing to expand cooperation in renewable energy, green hydrogen, IT, semiconductors, space, and telecommunications.
India Launches New Portal to Expedite Business Visas for Chinese Technicians
India has launched a dedicated portal, which became operational in August 2024, to streamline the visa process for professionals from China.
