35 dead in pharmaceutical blast, Patancheru hospital receives charred remains, conducts DNA tests for identification, officials monitor situation closely.

Indias agrochemicals industry remains resilient and is projected to grow to USD 14.5 billion by 2027-28, with a CAGR of 9 per cent, despite global headwinds, according to a report by Rubix Data Sciences -- a leading provider of risk … Continue reading

Indian refiners are expected to import 2–2.2 million barrels per day (bpd) of Russian crude in June — the highest volume in two years.

Indian firms strike flurry of deals in the US 

Aditya Birla Advanced Materials acquires Cargill’s Specialty Manufacturing Facility in US Strengthens Aditya Birla Group’s U.S. operations by strategically adding Chemicals business to its $15+ billion U.S. portfolioExpands U.S. manufacturing capacity, plans to more than double capacity over the ne...

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In 2025, the chemical industry is expected to focus on innovation, sustainability, and resiliency to drive efficiency and growth

India Business News: A B&K Securities analysis indicates that disruptions in European chemical operations offer Indian manufacturers a chance to expand, despite challenges

Following the free trade agreement, India's exports to the UK are poised for significant growth across various sectors. Organic chemicals are expected to surge by 130% to $966 million by 2027, while woven apparel exports could more than double to … Continue reading

A recent PwC-Assocham report suggests measures for the Indian chemical industry. The report recommends safeguard duties and incentives. These steps can attract speciality chemicals supply chains to India. The industry faces challenges like commoditisation and reciprocal tariffs. Optimising supply chains … Continue reading

AI and ML transforming chemical industry with data-driven decisions, automation, and optimization systems, highlighted by IIIT Director.

US tariffs pose new hurdles for India's chemical sector. Experts suggest strategies like trade deals, domestic production boosts, and market diversification. MSMEs also need data access and simplified regulations.

US President Trump doubled the tariff on all Chinese imports to 20% earlier this month, which could lead to Chinese companies flooding other markets with cheaper products, including chemicals..Indian chemicals companies might also feel the heat of potential reciprocal tariffs … Continue reading

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India enhances our efforts to serve customers globally, improve operational excellence, and strengthen our competitive edge in dynamic markets

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Indias chemical exports are projected to exceed $30 billion this fiscal year, bolstered by proposed import duty cuts on essential raw materials like phosphoric acid and sorbitol. The chemical industry, which was valued at $220 billion in 2022, is expected … Continue reading

The Indian chemicals industry is advocating for changes in customs duties on products like Polyethylene Terephthalate and Polyvinyl Chloride to reduce Chinese imports and enhance local manufacturing. With global overcapacity and shifting geopolitical dynamics, cheap imports threaten domestic production, prompting … Continue reading

Indian Sectors at risk of Donald trump Tariffs: Countries that have free trade agreements with the US, such as Singapore and South Korea, are safer with respect to Trump's reciprocal tariff threat, analysts at Nomura said.

We need to encourage greener production technologies and the special zones through government policy which must be to create a hub of the chemical industry

India’s agriculture sector faces massive post-harvest waste, with around 40% of produce lost due to poor storage and supply chain inefficiencies, impacting farmers’ incomes and food security. The 2025 Union Budget should create an Agriculture Infrastructure Department, promoting private investment … Continue reading

Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA), one of India’s key trade hubs located on the country’s eastern coast, has set a new cargo-handling record, further cementing its importance as a central player in India’s economic growth.

Transparent processes, evidence-based regulations, and a commitment to sustainability should form the bedrock of any policy framework

Finance Ministry offers relief to researchers and academicians by reducing customs duty on lab chemicals to 10%.

The Hindu explains how AI accelerates drug development by predicting drug-target interactions, but faces challenges like accuracy limitations and infrastructure requirements.

Continued repression and hot spots define recent chemical industry trends

Each unit in the employment-intensive sector requires to meet as many as 635 compliance requirements every month, and this is particularly stifling for the MSMEs, industry sources and analysts feel.

“Indian firms performed slightly better than the global firms in R&D growth and have maintained their growth despite COVID-19 pandemic and changes in the R&D tax regime,” the report said.

Implementation of biomonitoring programme will enable India detect health trends early, participate in global efforts to address common environmental, health challenges

Fractures in supply chain, compounded by stringent regulatory oversight, is causing ripples in generic drug manufacturers' production capacity in US, a report by IIFL Securities noted

India's pharmaceutical exports surge 9.67% to USD 27.9 billion in 2023-24, despite a 3% dip in total exports. March sees a 12.73% rise to USD 2.8 billion. US remains the top market, comprising over 31% of exports, followed by the … Continue reading

European Union raised concerns over cancer-causing chemicals in Indian food products, leading to bans. The presence of ethylene oxide in these product

Asked about achieving self-sufficiency in urea production, Mandaviya said the Modi government has adopted a two-pronged strategy to end dependency on urea imports.

India investigates 'Insoluble Sulphur' dumping from China and Japan, potentially leading to anti-dumping duties. The process aims for fair trade practices under WTO regulations, protecting domestic industries from cheap imports.

The chemical industry, a cornerstone of modern civilization, is heavily reliant on fossil fuels. This dependence comes at a significant cost, contributing to environmental problems like climate change and air pollution.

Equinor signs long-term LNG supply deal with Deepak Fertilisers in India, strengthening relationship and expanding market presence.

Archroma launches Super Systems+: end-to-end solutions for economic and environmental sustainability in textile manufacturing News & Insights Textile Magazine, Textile News, Apparel News, Fashion News -

The company acquired 51% of the equity share capital of Harind from Aapex for a consideration of Rs. 14.28 crores

Indian Chemical Society honors Bharat Ratna Prof. C. N. R. Rao as 'The Chemist of the Century' - The Indian Chemical Society (ICS), in the midst of its centennial year, celebrated the remarkable achievements...