Purbalee Dutta

India expands digital cargo tracking for Nepal-bound shipments

The Indian government has broadened the Electronic Cargo Tracking System (ECTS) for Nepal-bound shipments, enabling cargo movement through additional ports and new rail-road routes. Announced on Tuesday, the move aims to streamline procedures, cut transit time, reduce congestion at major ports, and enhance cargo security, while also supporting India’s growing exports to Nepal. The GPS-based…

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Lenskart IPO Day 2

Lenskart Solutions Ltd, an eyewear retailer, received a positive response on the first day of its IPO, driven by strong interest from institutional and retail investors, with a Day 1 subscription of 1.13 times. The IPO, open from October 31 to November 4, is priced between ₹382 and ₹402 per share, valuing the company at…

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India’s goods trade deficit widens to $32.15 billion in September

India’s merchandise trade deficit widened to $32.15 billion in September, up from $26.49 billion in August, according to provisional data released by the commerce ministry on Wednesday. This marks the highest deficit since November 2024. During the month, exports rose slightly to $36.38 billion from $35.10 billion in August, while imports increased more sharply to…

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