27 Nov 2019 Augmented Reality (AR) is a concept where technology is used to superimpose virtual information in a physical/real world object. It is incredibly useful for the packaging industry as it allows for transparency, can help improve brand loyalty, bring in new customers and help the brand stay ahead…
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Recommendations for Textiles and Apparel industry
25 Nov 2019 The textiles and apparel industry is one of the largest employers in India’s manufacturing sector, employing over 45 million workers. Given the intrinsic labor-intensive nature of textiles manufacturing, this sector holds tremendous potential for future employment which could go up to 62 million by 2022 with an…
Recommendations for Food Processing industry
23 Nov 2019 The food processing sector is one of the largest employment creators, especially of non-farm jobs in rural areas. It boosts farm incomes, reduces agri produce wastage, and contributes to exports. CII recommends several measures to boost this important sector. Short-term Measures 1. Rationalization of GST Rates: A…
India-Africa: Strengthening Ties
22 Nov 2019 The roots of India-Africa relations go back a long way. They were laid down during the colonial era, led by Mahatma Gandhi who began his career in South Africa and also became the leader of the National Indian Congress in South Africa in 1894. The focus of the India-Africa…
Rising North East
21 Nov 2019 A land of verdant, undulating hills and plains with a variety of flora and fauna, the North East Region (NER) of India comprises of 8 states: Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim and Tripura, each fascinating and beautiful in its own way. This region today…
India Russia Ties
20 Nov 2019 ‘Sanskriti se Suraksha’ (From Culture to Defence) is how India’s Hon’ble Prime Minister, Mr Narendra Modi, defined the breadth of the relationship between India and Russia. Often described as ‘time-tested’ and ‘mutually complementary’, the abiding ties between India and Russia have only grown stronger over the years. The…
Beyond RCEP: India must now focus on boosting exports
13 Nov 2019 – Vikram Kirloskar President, CII Joining the RCEP may be possible down the line. For now, India should reinforce and deepen agreements with its current trade partners, as well as look to enter new markets with globally competitive products Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s decision to opt out…
Manage stubble to control air pollution: Recycling it can reduce weedicide use by 70% and water use by 40%
09 Nov 2019 The recent spike in air pollution levels across northern India has raised concerns about the health of hundreds of millions of people living here. A significant proportion of air pollutants arises from burning of crop residue across the agricultural heartland. At its centre is a lack of…
Diwali – Lighting Up the Indian Economy
26 Oct 2019 The festive spirit is palpable as Diwali, the festival of lights, approaches. Houses are re-painted, flowers, traditional lights – diyas – and sparkling lights used to adorn them, and one can almost smell the aroma of sweets and other goodies as people prepare to celebrate Diwali. The joy and…
Smart I-tech Next-Gen India@75
10 Oct 2019 Introduction and Theme The 10th edition of EXCON, to be held in Bengaluru between 10-14th December 2019 with ‘Smart I-tech Next-Gen India@75’ as the theme, is the largest construction equipment exhibition in South Asia. The theme is woven around the developmental vision given by 5Is, namely Infrastructure; Innovation; Internet;…