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Policy | 20 July 2025

EU proposes new chemical exposure limits for workers

These new measures could save up to €1.16 billion in healthcare costs

Policy
Policy | 17 July 2025

Cabinet approves Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana

The Scheme aims to enhance agricultural productivity, increase adoption of crop diversification and sustainable agricultural practices

Policy
Policy | 17 July 2025

Europe’s competitiveness will continue to erode without bold action

INEOS response to the European industrial strategy

Policy
Policy | 13 July 2025

Agriculture Minister directs strict action against counterfeit and substandard fertilizers

Forced tagging of nano-fertilizers or bio-stimulant products along with conventional fertilizers should be stopped immediately

Policy
Policy | 12 July 2025

Center discusses progress of hydrogen projects in Odisha

MNRE Secretary held meeting with Odisha Chief Secretary to discuss progress on National Green Hydrogen Mission

Policy
Policy | 11 July 2025

European Commission introduces action plan to boosts Europe’s chemical industry

The Commission is fast-tracking the Affordable Energy Action Plan to cut high energy and feedstock costs

Policy
Policy | 11 July 2025

Agri exports can rise from Rs. 4.5 lakh crore to Rs. 20 lakh crore: Piyush Goyal

India’s agricultural export basket is expanding with new items such as litchi, pineapple, bottle gourd, and jamun—products which were not traditionally exported—now reaching international markets

Policy
Policy | 04 July 2025

Seven initiatives to help India increase its global value chain share in chemical from 3.5% to 12% by 2040: Niti Aayog

Establish world class chemical hubs in India through revamping existing clusters and developing new ones; Develop existing port infrastructure; Introduce Opex subsidy scheme for chemicals; Develop and access technologies to enhance self-sufficiency and foster innovation; Fast-track environmental clearance with transparency and accountability; Securing FTAs to support industry growth; and talent and skill upgradation in the chemical industry

Policy
Policy | 03 July 2025

We are being punished for cutting co2 emissions, says INEOS

UK Government must decide: does it want to back British manufacturing to lead on decarbonisation or push it offshore?

Policy
Policy | 01 July 2025

DCPC seeks consultancy firms to conduct comprehensive evaluation of three schemes

Three schemes are: Plastic Parks, Centre of Excellence; and Chemical Promotion Development Scheme

Policy
Policy | 30 June 2025

MNRE notifies revised guidelines for waste-to-energy projects for speedier CFA disbursal

0% of total CFA will be released after obtaining the Consent to Operate certificate from State Pollution Control Board

Policy
Policy | 30 June 2025

MNRE notifies revisions in biomass programme guidelines

MNRE revises biomass guidelines to boost bioenergy and ease of doing business

Policy
Policy | 25 June 2025

INEOS welcomes UK Government’s new industrial strategy

UK gas prices remain among the highest in the world, undermining our competitiveness and investment prospects

Policy
Policy | 10 June 2025

Fertilizer Minister Nadda chairs high-level meeting to review the availability and distribution of fertilizers

Indian fertilizer companies have secured tie-ups with prominent exporters of fertilizers viz. Saudi Arabia, Morocco and Russia, ensuring steady imports throughout the year

Policy
Policy | 03 June 2025

US cancels $3.7 billion for clean energy projects

The projects primarily include funding for carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) and decarbonization initiatives

Policy
Policy | 26 May 2025

Fertilizer policy undermines ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’, favours foreign players: Grassroot Associations

Indian startups are required to obtain multiple licenses, maintain offices, and establish warehouses in every state where the fertilizer is to be distributed through the tender inviting public sector companies

Policy
Policy | 26 March 2025

Boilers Bill, 2024 introduced in Lok Sabha to improve trust by decriminalising offences

The re-enacted legislation meets the current requirements of stakeholders including industry, personnel working on/with boilers and implementers in the country and is as per need in the current times

Policy
Policy | 20 March 2025

Cabinet approves Rs. 10,601 crore brownfield ammonia-urea plant in Assam

The tentative overall time schedule for commissioning of Namrup-IV Project is 48 months

Policy
Policy | 10 March 2025

Indian chemical companies to benefit from US-China trade war: Prabhudas Lilladher

China may flood other markets at cheaper rates which will depress the global prices

Policy
Policy | 07 March 2025

India’s biotech economy set to reach a massive $300 bn by 2030: Dr. Jitendra Singh

Biotech potential of Himalayan territories including Jammu & Kashmir, particularly their agri-biotech potential remains still under-explored

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