Export consignments with an FOB value of up to ₹3 lakh will no longer require an RCMC or Certificate of Registration, easing compliance for eligible small and first-time exporters.
Varanasi Gets Varuna Elevated Corridor
The ₹10,998-crore, 43.218-km Varuna Elevated Corridor will connect NH-31 with the Varanasi Ring Road while improving access to railway stations, the airport and Ramnagar Port.
Coal India Accelerates Smart Mining Push
Coal India is expanding AI, automation, IoT and advanced mining technologies across its operations while targeting ₹1,900 crore in R&D investment by FY2030.
Gujarat Expands Rail Freight Network
Gujarat is expanding rail-based logistics with new Gati Shakti Cargo Terminals as the nationwide network reaches 150 commissioned terminals.
India Expands US, Canada Energy Ties
India discussed clean energy, nuclear expansion and energy technology partnerships with the United States and Canada during bilateral meetings at the G20 Energy Abundance Working Group in Houston.
India Keeps UPI Free for Users
Person-to-person UPI payments will remain free, while the new MDR framework will apply only to specified merchant transactions from October 15, 2026.
India’s Export Engine Broadens
India’s combined merchandise and services exports reached an estimated USD 399.27 billion during April-August FY27, supported by growth across services, electronics, engineering goods and non-petroleum exports.
Gold Hallmarking Fee Rises 67%
Gold hallmarking charges have risen from ₹45 to ₹75 per article, while a minimum ₹200 charge will apply to each gold consignment from September 14. (NDTV Profit)
Gold, Silver Hallmarking Fees Revised
BIS has raised hallmarking fees for gold and silver articles, introducing revised charges for jewellers ahead of India’s festive and wedding buying season.
India’s Trade Deficit Narrows in August
India’s merchandise trade deficit narrowed to $26.86 billion in August as exports climbed 26.1% year-on-year to $43.8 billion.
