Policy
Policy | 12 October 2026

G20 trade ministers target global overcapacity, warn of threats to jobs and industries

The statement names five key sectors of concern: automobiles and electric vehicles (EVs), batteries, chemicals, foundational semiconductors and solar panels

Policy
Policy | 10 October 2026

Europe’s Critical Chemicals Alliance faces crucial test as calls grow for urgent action

The Alliance’s General Assembly today highlighted the work delivered so far on one of Europe’s most complex industrial challenges

Policy
Policy | 06 October 2026

India targets global dominance in tech, battery, and specialty chemicals by 2040, says Jr Chemicals & Fertilizers Minister Patel

BHAVYA Rasayan Scheme must evolve from infra project to innovation catalyst

Policy
Policy | 06 October 2026

Data exclusivity to hit ‘Make in India’ and agro-exports, warns CCFI

When data protection of 5 years is subsequently granted for these molecules, the total exclusivity period extends to approximately 35-36 years

Policy
Policy | 06 October 2026

Crop Care Federation of India demands faster approvals and global ties to boost R&D

Thakur urged the farming community and industry stakeholders to embrace a modern, digitalized approach to agriculture

Policy
Policy | 03 October 2026

Govt. announces guidelines for Bhavya Rasayan Scheme

States intending to set up dedicated chemical parks must submit their proposals by November 30, 2026

Policy
Policy | 21 September 2026

ACFI pitches Rs. 7,500 crore scheme to boost crop protection industry

The ACFI-KPMG report recommends a seven-to-eight-year support period, which includes two to three years for plant commissioning followed by sustained production support

Policy
Policy | 20 September 2026

AI & track-and-trace key to tackling counterfeit pesticides: CIB&RC Secy

Chand said technology could play a critical role in strengthening scientific and responsible crop protection practices at the farm level.

Policy
Policy | 17 September 2026

Banning pesticides without better alternatives deals ‘Double Whammy’ to farmers: CropLife India

Seeks a five-year regulatory data protection in the regulatory framework, commits to introduce newer technology

Policy
Policy | 12 September 2026

ACC maintains strong opposition to UP-NS merger

ACC understands that BNSF railroad also opposes the merger but has identified potential conditions to partially offset the harm if the merger is allowed to proceed

Policy
Policy | 12 September 2026

Maharashtra readies dedicated chemical policy, eyes 5,000-acre chemical parks

The state is also planning a Rs 1,000-crore Maharashtra Industries and Investment Fund to back research and development, technology readiness and innovation

Policy
Policy | 09 September 2026

India bets on deep-sea mining to secure critical minerals

The push comes as demand for critical minerals such as nickel, cobalt, copper and manganese accelerates

Policy
Policy | 31 August 2026

Canada hits back at U.S. tariffs with dollar-for-dollar countermeasures

The move follows the U.S. decision to impose a 50 per cent tariff on $27.6 billion of Canadian goods

Policy
Policy | 25 August 2026

Chemical Minister Nadda outlines blueprint to transform India into global chemical and innovation hub

Government and industry representatives deliberate on roadmap for India’s US$ 1 trillion chemicals economy by 2040

Policy
Policy | 20 August 2026

Coal Gasification Conference: Bridging the gap from policy support to bankable projects

Speakers are: Padam Shri Prof. G. D. Yadav, Former Vice Chancellor, ICT Mumbai; Rupinder Brar, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Coal, Government of India; Amrit Lal Meena, Former Coal Secretary, Ministry of Coal, Government of India; Balasaheb Darade, Founder, New Era Cleantech; Vivek Bhatia, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, TKIL Industries Pvt. Ltd.; and Pravin Prashant, Executive Editor, Indian Chemical News

Policy
Policy | 25 July 2026

Cabinet approves the creation of new Chemical Parks to boost manufacturing

The Centre would provide a grant of up to Rs.1,000 crore per park

Policy
Policy | 21 July 2026

EU ETS overhaul risks driving chemical industry out of Europe: Cefic

The plan could weaken industrial competitiveness without delivering the conditions needed for faster decarbonisation

Policy
Policy | 16 July 2026

Cabinet approves Semicon 2.0 with a total outlay of Rs. 127,500 Cr

Semicon 2.0 is aimed to holistically build the semiconductor ecosystem on six pillars

Policy
Policy | 09 July 2026

NATO launches multinational drive to secure critical defence materials and strengthen supply chains

The new High Visibility Project brings together 12 NATO Allies in a coordinated effort to strengthen the resilience of defence supply chains

Policy
Policy | 07 July 2026

EU chemical industry is in ‘closure phase’ as Chinese imports surge: INEOS Chairman

Ratcliffe said Europe’s chemical sector is already in a "closure phase," with almost 200 plants shutting down over the past five years

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