IPRS 3.0
Union Minister Piyush Goyal launched the Industrial Park Rating System (IPRS) 3.0 in New Delhi, aimed at boosting the Make in India initiative. This new framework will benchmark industrial parks based on sustainability, infrastructure, and competitiveness, providing reliable data to stakeholders and fostering healthy competition among states. The initiative
Logistics Cost
On September 20, 2025, Union Minister Piyush Goyal launched a comprehensive report on the Assessment of Logistics Cost in India, marking a decade of the 'Make in India' initiative. This report provides a scientifically derived estimate of logistics costs, which are now assessed at approximately 7.97% of
India-UAE Relations
Shri Piyush Goyal, India's Minister of Commerce and Industry, visited the UAE to strengthen bilateral trade and investment ties. He co-chaired the UAE-India Business Council Roundtable, discussing key projects and inviting businesses to explore opportunities in both countries and beyond. The visit highlighted India's economic growth
Piyush Goyal
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, will visit the UAE on September 18-19, 2025, to co-chair the 13th India-UAE High Level Task Force on Investments. The meeting will focus on reviewing the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) and exploring new investment opportunities in key sectors such as maritime
Swachhata Hi Seva
On September 17, 2025, the Ministry of Mines, led by Secretary Piyush Goyal, participated in the Swachhata Hi Seva Campaign 2025. The event included a Swachhata Pledge at Khanij Kaksh, followed by a Human Chain march from India Gate to Shastri Bhawan, promoting community responsibility for cleanliness. The Ministry recognized
India-EU FTA
Union Minister Piyush Goyal announced that India and the EU are committed to finalizing a balanced Free Trade Agreement (FTA) by year-end, which will enhance trade, investment, and innovation in the automotive component sector. The FTA aims to create new opportunities for collaboration and growth, while recent GST reforms are
Auto Retail Sector
At the inauguration of FADA's 7th Auto Retail Conclave, Union Minister Piyush Goyal emphasized the automobile retail sector's role as a crucial link between consumers and manufacturers. He discussed the need for ethical marketing, after-sales support, and a framework to ensure companies maintain local presence. Goyal
Swadeshi
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, emphasized India's unity in facing global challenges and the importance of focusing on Swadeshi products and Atmanirbhar Bharat during the 56th EEPC India National Awards. He highlighted India's growth from a fragile economy to one of the
Piyush Goyal
Shri Piyush Goyal, a 1994-batch IAS officer from the Nagaland cadre, has taken charge as Secretary of the Ministry of Mines. He succeeds Shri V.L. Kantha Rao and previously served as CEO of NATGRID under the Ministry of Home Affairs. Source: Original Link
India MedTech Expo
Union Minister Piyush Goyal inaugurated the India MedTech Expo 2025, emphasizing GST reforms as a step towards Atmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat by 2047. The expo showcases India's potential as a global MedTech manufacturing hub, with participation from over 30 countries and a focus on collaboration between academia
GST reforms
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, announced significant GST reforms at the Bharat Nutraverse Expo 2025, emphasizing that the reductions will boost consumption and benefit the nutraceuticals industry. He urged businesses to pass on savings to consumers and promote Indian products, highlighting India's economic growth
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Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, chaired a meeting with Export Promotion Councils and Industry Associations to discuss rising global tariffs and their impact on Indian exports. The meeting focused on sector-specific challenges and the need for targeted interventions to enhance trade resilience. Goyal emphasized the government&