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India’s steel sector is entering a new phase with the government officially rewarding low-emission, certified green steel producers. From Tata Steel to Kalyani Steels, early movers are set to gain from incentives and procurement preference under the new taxonomy. Let us explore how this shift reshapes opportunities for companies and MSMEs in India.
Containerised transportation simply refers to transporting goods in standardised containers. This method of packing the products into a container for shipping has revolutionised global trade, easing the import and export of goods and materials for companies. Containerised transport has contributed to cost effective shipping practices while improving delivery times.
Often trading business like an import-export business is confused with logistics. However, trading and logistics are separate functions. Read on to understand the difference between trading and logistics and the role of logistics in the trading business.
Limited tenders are invitation-only opportunities issued by government departments to pre-approved vendors. For MSMEs, success in this space depends on accurate registration, matching business categories, maintaining valid DSCs, and engaging directly with departments for visibility. This guide helps MSMEs navigate key platforms like GEM, CPPP, and state portals, avoid common mistakes, and improve their chances of being invited—and winning—limited tenders.
India's GST collection for May 2025 reached ₹2.01 lakh crore, marking a 16.4% YoY rise. After ₹27,210 crore in refunds, the net revenue stood at ₹1.74 lakh crore—a 20.4% increase. IGST dominated at ₹1.08 lakh crore, with ₹50,070 crore from imports alone. Top contributors included Maharashtra (₹31,530 crore), Karnataka (₹14,299 crore), and Tamil Nadu (₹12,230 crore). E-invoicing adoption, strong domestic demand, active imports, and faster refund cycles fueled growth. Sustained collections above ₹2 lakh crore signal improving compliance, robust consumption,...
The article offers a practical guide to using the Kraljic Matrix for MSMEs, showing how to categorize suppliers based on supply risk and business impact to make smarter procurement decisions. It connects each quadrant to real strategies—like hedging steel price volatility, leveraging GeM tender rules, securing BNPL credit for bottlenecks, and integrating ESG into strategic sourcing. With examples from Indian industries and tools like BI dashboards, the piece repositions the matrix as a living decision framework—empowering MSMEs to balance cost,...
The Defect Liability Period (DLP) is a critical post-completion phase in public tenders, especially for MSMEs handling government contracts. It affects payment timelines, document requirements, and bid eligibility. Each portal—GeM, CPPP, state PWD—handles DLP differently, with strict upload and format rules. Managing DLP smartly can reduce rejections and improve bid success.
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...
PEB vs RCC, which is better for an MSME warehouse or factory today? This guide goes beyond cost per sq...
India’s GST collection in December 2025 reflects steady economic activity, resilient domestic demand, and improved tax compliance across sectors. Strong...
