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What is Wootz Steel? Benefits, Uses, MSME Opportunities, and more

What made Wootz steel, once India’s pride in metallurgy, vanish from mainstream use? Known for its strength and sharpness, it lost ground to modern BIS-certified steels that deliver scale and compliance. Today, Wootz survives in artisan tools and heritage exports, while green steel is reshaping the future with sustainability. For MSMEs, the real opportunity lies in balancing heritage value, mainstream contracts, and greener alternatives to stay competitive.

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Advanced Planning and Scheduling for Courier, PTL & FTL

This article explores how advanced planning and scheduling (APS) can help MSMEs streamline logistics, reduce freight costs, and improve delivery reliability. It breaks down real-world dispatch challenges — from missed pickups to high courier spends — and shows how APS tools bring order to daily operations. With sector-specific insights, use...

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Aggregate Planning for MSMEs: Cut Costs, Avoid Delays

For MSMEs, logistics is more than just moving goods; it’s about timely dispatches, minimizing costs, and avoiding chaos. Aggregate planning helps by forecasting demand and aligning it with available capacity, while scheduling refines that plan into actionable steps. Many MSMEs still rely on reactive, last-minute logistics, which leads to delays...

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Density of Steel: Impact on Cost, RFQs & MSME Sourcing

Steel density plays a critical role in MSME procurement, affecting costing, freight, inventory, and supplier accuracy. This guide helps sourcing teams integrate density into RFQs, vendor checks, and PO terms — reducing mismatch, waste, and disputes across the buying cycle.

Last updated on: Aug 4, 2025

Ananya Mittal

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GST Collection July 2025: India Nets ₹1.95 Lakh Crore

India’s GST collection for July 2025 stood at ₹1.95 lakh crore, marking a 7.5% year-on-year increase. Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Gujarat led in collections, while states like Punjab and Andhra Pradesh posted strong growth. Refunds surged by 66.8%, easing cash flow for businesses. With steady revenue and policy shifts ahead, the data signals a stable yet watchful road to the festive season.

Last updated on: Aug 3, 2025

Anirban Sinha

MSME

Trump’s 25% Tariff on India: What It Means for Indian MSMEs in 2025

On July 30, 2025, former U.S. President Donald Trump imposed a sweeping 25% tariff on all Indian imports, effective August 1. The move cites India’s continued trade with Russia, including oil and defense deals, as the trigger. This sudden escalation threatens key MSME-driven exports—auto parts, textiles, pharma, and more—already running on thin margins. With order cancellations and cost pressures mounting, India’s small businesses now face a brutal trade shock.

Last updated on: Aug 3, 2025

Anirban Sinha

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Key Price Trends and Outlook for HR Coils and Plates (Outlook for August…

The Indian steel market for HR Coils and Plates is currently experiencing a downturn in July 2025. HR Coil prices have dropped by ₹800/tonne week-on-week, while HR Plate prices remain mostly stable, with some thinner plates showing a slight decrease. This weakness is driven by monsoon-related low demand and a surge in imports from countries like China and South Korea. Looking ahead, a mild price recovery is anticipated in September–October, following the monsoon season and a potential government policy on...

Last updated on: Aug 1, 2025

Anirban Sinha

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