The tariff simplification measures are likely to ease operational bottlenecks, reduce input costs and provide exporters with greater flexibility in managing production and compliance requirements
The Centre has targeted the ecosystem that feeds into FMCG and form an indirect but powerful growth architecture for consumer-facing sectors
Praveen Khandelwal states that the Budget is strategically aligned with the ‘Swadeshi’ call of Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Kirit Bhansali states that extending duty-free import of Lab-grown Diamond (LGD) seeds and Sawn Diamonds till March 2028 is a timely and practical step
The Union Budget FY26–27 targets accelerated economic growth through higher capital expenditure of Rs 12.2 lakh crore, major industrial and infrastructure schemes, and key tax reforms, including a new Income Tax Act effective April 2026.
The retail sector certainly hopes that Union Budget 2026 will help create a more equitable playing field, writes Anuj Kejriwal, Chief Executive Officer (CEO)- Retail Leasing and Industrial and Logistics, Anarock Group
One of the most pressing needs is to amend the Customs Act and simplify customs procedures, writes Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, GJEPC India’s gem and jewellery industry has long been a strong pillar of the national economy, supporting over 4.3 million livelihoods and contributing significantly to foreign exchange earnings. In FY 2024–25, exports stood at […]
And why demand, not just capex, matters for the nuts & dry fruits sector, writes Gunjan Vijay Jain, President, Nuts and Dry Fruits Council (India)
A strong emphasis on ‘Make in India’ and support for MSMEs has been a highlight of this year’s budget, writes Rajkumar Jain, Managing Director, Bonjour The Union Budget 2025 has laid out a progressive roadmap for India’s retail sector, introducing measures that enhance ease of doing business, strengthen domestic manufacturing, and foster digital transformation. […]
The budget directly impacts consumer demand, strengthening the nation’s economic resilience, including demand for gold and jewellery, writes Sachin Jain
