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Did you know? India produced 453 million tonnes of cement in FY25, underscoring the scale and momentum of India’s growth story. From housing and urban development to industrial expansion, rising cement production reflects the country’s growing manufacturing strength and its journey towards long-term economic progress. #IndiaInfrastructure #CementIndustry #ManufacturingGrowth #EconomicDevelopment

Did you know? A significant 46.3% of India’s manufacturing value added now comes from medium- and high-technology industries, reflecting the country’s shift toward advanced manufacturing and high-value production. By integrating modern technology with industrial development, India is strengthening its economy and emerging as a major player in the global market. #MSMEs #EconomicGrowth #InclusiveGrowth

"Economic security today must be understood as the capacity of a nation to sustain high growth while maintaining absolute resilience against external shocks, deliberately avoiding excessive dependence on any single source, preserving financial stability, and ensuring that domestic development remains inclusive, sustainable, and strategically autonomous,” writes R Dinesh, Past President & Chairman – Economic Affairs Council, CII, and Executive Chairman, TVS Supply Chain Solutions Limited. Read the #CIIblog to know more: shorturl.at/ZCV6q Read the latest edition of CII ARTHA: shorturl.at/EsVrW #CIIArtha #EconomicSecurity #AtmanirbharBharat #ResilientEconomy

India stands at a pivotal point in its innovation journey. As global economies race to secure leadership in emerging technologies, research and development (R&D) is rapidly becoming the foundation of industrial competitiveness, economic resilience, and strategic self-reliance. Join the conversation at the CII Global Summit on Industrial R&D and Competitiveness 2026. Read the #CIIblog to know more: shorturl.at/P3Vi9 Register here:shorturl.at/PZNZa #IndustrialRND #Innovation #ResearchAndDevelopment #MakeInIndia

Listen to Abhishek Gupta, Past Chairman, CII Bhopal & Managing Director, We Win Limited as he shares valuable insights, experiences and key learnings from his inspiring entrepreneurial journey on CII MP Leaders Unplugged, a podcast series featuring candid conversations with Madhya Pradesh’s leading business visionaries and their journeys to success. He is in conversation with Animesh Jain, Past Chairman, CII Madhya Pradesh & Executive Director, R.M. Chemicals Southeast Asia Inc. CII Podcast ➡️ bit.ly/42yUKt5 #CIIPodcasts #CIILeadersUnplugged #EntrepreneurshipStories @animesh_jn

Did you know? India is home to over 74.7 Mn MSMEs that employ more than 328.2 Mn people, making the sector the 2nd-largest source of employment in the country. The MSMEs do more than just power our economy, they provide livelihoods for millions across the nation. By supporting enterprises of all sizes, the sector continues to drive sustained economic growth and contribute to a stronger, more inclusive future for all. #MSMEs #EconomicGrowth #Entrepreneurship #InclusiveGrowth

“We at CII are committed to adopt and implement the austere measures in the spirit of shared national responsibility, while continuing to ensure price stability, operational efficiency, and support for smaller enterprises,” says Chandrajit Banerjee, Director General, CII, while lauding the Government’s decision to lead by example through austerity and expenditure discipline. @narendramodi @PMOIndia @CB_CII

“Industry stands committed not only to facilitating the transition toward natural farming and green energy, as highlighted by the Prime Minister, but also to voluntarily embedding austerity, efficiency, and responsible consumption measures across operations in the larger national interest,” says R Mukundan, President, CII, while expressing support for the Hon'ble Prime Minister’s appeal for austerity measures. @narendramodi @PMOIndia

R Mukundan, Managing Director & CEO, Tata Chemicals Ltd, assumes office as President of Confederation of Indian Industry for the year 2026-27. @TataChemicals

Suchitra Ella, Co-Founder and Managing Director, Bharat Biotech assumes office as President Designate of the Confederation of Indian Industry for the year 2026-27. @SuchitraElla @BharatBiotech

Shashwat Goenka, Vice Chairman, RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group, assumes office as Vice President of the Confederation of Indian Industry for the year 2026-27. @shashwatgoenka @rpsggroup

Bilateral merchandise trade between India and UAE crossed the historic US$100 billion mark for the first time in FY 2025-26, reaching USD 101.25 Bn, a strong reflection of deepening strategic partnership, robust trade engagement, and growing economic complementarities between the two nations. #IndiaUAE #IndiaUAETies #IndiaUAETrade #IndiaUAEEconomicTies @narendramodi @PMOIndia @MEAIndia @CimGOI @PiyushGoyal @IndembAbuDhabi @UAEembassyIndia @CII4Global

The UAE is India’s 7th-largest investor, with cumulative FDI inflows reaching an impressive US$25.19 billion. The growing investment partnership reflects deep economic trust, expanding business opportunities, and a shared vision for long-term prosperity. #IndiaUAE #IndiaUAETies #IndiaUAETrade #IndiaUAEEconomicTies @narendramodi @PMOIndia @MEAIndia @CimGOI @IndembAbuDhabi @UAEembassyIndia @CII4Global

A transformational leap in India–Norway economic ties! The India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement entered into force on 1 October 2025, marking India’s first-ever FTA with European nations, unlocking a new era of trade, investment, innovation and opportunity. #IndiaNorway #IndiaNorwayTies #IndiaNorwayTrade #IndiaNorwayEconomicTies @narendramodi @PMOIndia @MEAIndia @CimGOI @IndiainNorway @CII4Global

Norway’s Government Pension Fund Global (GPFG) has invested close to US$30 billion in Indian capital markets. This landmark investment reflects global confidence in India’s economic resilience, market strength, and long-term growth potential. #IndiaNorway #IndiaNorwayTies #IndiaNorwayTrade #IndiaNorwayEconomicTies @narendramodi @PMOIndia @MEAIndia @CimGOI @IndiainNorway @CII4Global

India continues to deepen its economic synergy with the Netherlands, recording US$ 27.8 billion in merchandise trade in FY 2024-25. As India’s 11th largest trading partner globally and its 3rd largest export destination, the Netherlands remains a critical gateway to Europe. The India-EU FTA is further accelerating this momentum, unlocking unprecedented market access and industrial opportunities. @narendramodi @PMOIndia @MEAIndia @CimGOI @IndinNederlands @NLinIndia #IndiaNetherlands #IndiaNetherlandsTies #IndiaNetherlandsTrade #IndiaNetherlandsEconomicTies

The India–UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), signed in 2022, has significantly strengthened bilateral trade and economic cooperation by enhancing market access, reducing trade barriers, and deepening collaboration across trade, investment, technology, logistics, and services. The agreement has created new opportunities across sectors, while enhancing the UAE’s role as a key gateway for Indian exports to global markets. @narendramodi @PMOIndia @MEAIndia @CimGOI @IndembAbuDhabi @UAEembassyIndia @CII4Global #IndiaUAE #IndiaUAETies #IndiaUAETrade #IndiaUAEEconomicTies

India–Sweden economic ties continue to grow steadily, with bilateral trade in goods and services reaching USD 7.75 billion in 2025. The presence of over 280 Swedish companies operating in India reflects strong business confidence, expanding commercial engagement and a shared commitment to innovation-driven growth and long-term partnership. @narendramodi @PMOIndia @MEAIndia @CimGOI @IndiainSweden @SwedeninIndia #IndiaSweden #IndiaSwedenTies #IndiaSwedenTrade #IndiaSwedenEconomicTies

India and the Netherlands are deepening their strategic partnership across key areas such as water, agriculture, healthcare, renewable energy, and many more. By sharing knowledge and technology, both the nations continue on the path towards resilient and future-focussed growth. @narendramodi @PMOIndia @CimGOI @MEAIndia @IndinNederlands @NLinIndia #IndiaNetherlands #IndiaNetherlandsTies #IndiaNetherlandsTrade #IndiaNetherlandsEconomicTies

The financial partnership between India and the Netherlands is reaching new heights. The Netherlands is now India’s 4th largest investor, with a cumulative FDI of US$ 55.6 billion from 2000 to 2026. This is a two-way success story, as Indian investment into the Netherlands (ODI) also stands strong at US$ 28 billion. The growing numbers reflect strong trust the commitment of both the nations towards collaborative growth & development. @narendramodi @PMOIndia @CimGOI @MEAIndia @IndinNederlands @NLinIndia #IndiaNetherlands #IndiaNetherlandsTies #IndiaNetherlandsTrade #IndiaNetherlandsEconomicTies