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The India-Sweden collaboration is driving pilot projects to decarbonise India’s steel and cement sectors. These efforts aim to reduce industrial emissions, enhance sustainability, and support India’s net-zero 2070 target. Read on to explore the seven projects, their impact on steel buyers, and the future of the industry.
Learn how to check CIF value accurately to determine the correct customs duty and landed cost for imported goods. This detailed guide explains CIF components—cost, insurance, and freight—how to calculate them, use online tools, avoid common errors, and stay compliant with Indian customs laws for smooth import operations.
Learn everything about the CIF in Export - Cost, Insurance, and Freight. Understand its components, seller and buyer roles, export process, benefits, and how it compares with other Incoterms. Ideal for importers/exporters using sea freight and wanting simplified logistics with insurance coverage.
Get a practical buying script for stainless steel springs used in MSME plants. Learn how to pick grades for Indian environments, anchor specs to ASTM A313 and IS 4454 Part 4, and set testable targets for load and spring rate. The guide covers coiling, stress relief, passivation or electropolish, and monsoon-ready packing with VCI and desiccants. Includes RFQ templates, GeM documentation tips, and quick fixes for tea staining, magnetism queries, and load drift so lots clear QA on time.
PAC may vary depending on the context, and each version carries serious implications for small businesses. As a Proprietary Article Certificate, it restricts procurement to a single brand. As the Probable Amount of Contract, it sets the estimated value that drives deposits and guarantees. In project execution, PAC is a Provisional Acceptance Certificate that triggers payments and warranties. This article explains each meaning and highlights what MSMEs should watch out for to avoid rejection, losses, or delays.
Samarth Udyog Bharat 4.0 is India’s push to help MSMEs embrace smart manufacturing. Through CEFCs and demo centres, small businesses can test digital tools like IoT, AI, and robotics, cut costs, reduce downtime, and meet buyer demands. The initiative offers a practical bridge for MSMEs to stay competitive in global supply chains.
A Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) is essential for MSMEs to bid on GEM, CPPP, and state portals. Rejections often occur due to expired certificates, mismatched details, or late registration. Renewing on time, registering early, and testing the DSC before live submissions helps vendors avoid errors and improve tender success.
India’s GST collection in January 2026 reached ₹1.93 lakh crore, reflecting steady revenue growth and strong economic activity. Growth was...
Steel prices in India are beginning to rise after months of historically low levels. The shift is mainly driven by...
Smart PEB buildings are not defined by dashboards or sensors alone. Their real value lies in predictable energy use, clear...
Steel prices in India are shaped by raw material costs, demand cycles, policy measures, and market forces. This article explains...
