Piyush Goyal highlights innovation and inclusive growth at 68th APO Governing Body Meeting in Delhi

May 22, 2026 5:22 PM

Piyush Goyal highlights innovation and inclusive growth at 68th APO Governing Body Meeting in Delhi

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday said that productivity today goes beyond efficiency and must encompass resilience, innovation and inclusive growth. He made the remarks at the 68th Session of the Governing Body Meeting (GBM) of the Asian Productivity Organization (APO) at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. The three-day meeting has brought together senior government officials, policymakers, productivity experts and heads of National Productivity Organizations (NPOs) from...

Global Uncertainty an Opportunity for Faster Reforms: Piyush Goyal

May 19, 2026 3:11 PM

Global Uncertainty an Opportunity for Faster Reforms: Piyush Goyal

Piyush Goyal on Tuesday said India should leverage global uncertainty and geopolitical risks as an opportunity to accelerate reforms, strengthen supply chains and enhance its global competitiveness. Addressing a session on ease of doing business organised by Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India, Goyal said the government was working to position India as a trusted destination for investments and exports as the country moves towards the goal of Viksit Bharat 2047. “I have abso...

Piyush Goyal unveils plan for integrated commerce hub in Mumbai to connect 46 organisations under one roof

May 15, 2026 9:29 PM

Piyush Goyal unveils plan for integrated commerce hub in Mumbai to connect 46 organisations under one roof

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday unveiled a plan to establish a single integrated hub in Mumbai to bring together various offices and organisations under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, aiming to improve efficiency, reduce administrative costs and simplify citizen services. Addressing officials and stakeholders in Mumbai, the minister said the initiative is aligned with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of “Ease of Living” and “Ease of Doing Busines...

Piyush Goyal felicitates LEAPS 2025 winners, releases report on logistics performance

May 14, 2026 1:13 AM

Piyush Goyal felicitates LEAPS 2025 winners, releases report on logistics performance

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Wednesday felicitated winners of the Logistics Excellence, Advancement and Performance Shield (LEAPS) 2025 Awards and released the LEADS 2025 report in New Delhi, underscoring India’s push to strengthen logistics efficiency, expand global trade partnerships and enhance export competitiveness. Addressing the event organised by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Goyal said India’s Free Trade Agreements n...

PM Modi shares article describing Somnath Temple reconstruction as symbol of India’s cultural resurgence

May 11, 2026 1:31 PM

PM Modi shares article describing Somnath Temple reconstruction as symbol of India’s cultural resurgence

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday shared an article by Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal describing the reconstruction of the Somnath Temple as one of the earliest expressions of national self-confidence in newly independent India. Sharing the article on X during the ongoing Somnath Amrut Mahotsav celebrations, PM Modi said, “As the nation marks Somnath Amrut Mahotsav, Union Minister Shri Piyush Goyal describes the reconstruction of the Somnath Temple as one of the earlie...

Piyush Goyal distributes maternal nutrition kits on Mother’s Day, highlights women’s role in building Viksit Bharat

May 10, 2026 5:48 PM

Piyush Goyal distributes maternal nutrition kits on Mother’s Day, highlights women’s role in building Viksit Bharat

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Sunday distributed ‘Maternal Nutrition Kits’ in Mumbai on the occasion of Mother’s Day and emphasised the importance of ensuring the health and well-being of mothers and newborns. Addressing the gathering during the event in north Mumbai, Goyal said the specially designed kits had been prepared keeping in mind the nutritional and essential needs of women during the final stages of pregnancy, as well as the immediate requirements of newb...

India-UAE CEPA driving strong trade growth, opening new opportunities: Piyush Goyal

May 1, 2026 2:14 PM

India-UAE CEPA driving strong trade growth, opening new opportunities: Piyush Goyal

The India-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) is driving robust trade growth and creating new opportunities for Indian businesses, Union Minister Piyush Goyal said on Friday. Four years after the implementation of CEPA, the economic relationship between India and the United Arab Emirates has witnessed significant growth across multiple sectors. Highlighting the progress in a post on social media platform X, Goyal said the agreement has created transformational opportunities...

India targets $2 trillion exports by 2030-31; Piyush Goyal pushes MSME, agri and ‘Brand India’ focus

April 29, 2026 9:57 PM

India targets $2 trillion exports by 2030-31; Piyush Goyal pushes MSME, agri and ‘Brand India’ focus

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday chaired a high-level review meeting to assess progress on India’s ambitious plan to achieve $2 trillion in exports by 2030-31, directing officials to sharpen focus on MSMEs, agricultural exports, logistics, certification, and global branding. The government has set a target of $1 trillion each in merchandise and services exports by 2030-31. To achieve this, the Department of Commerce has developed a structured Export Monitoring Fr...

India emerging as global leader in climate action: Piyush Goyal

April 29, 2026 4:13 PM

India emerging as global leader in climate action: Piyush Goyal

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday highlighted India’s growing stature as a global leader in climate action, renewable energy expansion, and international economic engagement, asserting that the country is among the top performers in meeting its climate commitments. Delivering the keynote address at a dialogue on “Advancing Resilience with Climate Change” in New Delhi, Goyal said India has consistently ranked among the top countries in the G20 in achieving its ...

Piyush Goyal announces 3-year fee waiver for sports IP registrations, pushes innovation at World IP Day Event

April 28, 2026 10:14 PM

Piyush Goyal announces 3-year fee waiver for sports IP registrations, pushes innovation at World IP Day Event

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday announced a three-year fee waiver for all intellectual property (IP) registrations related to sports, in a major move aimed at boosting innovation and strengthening India’s sports ecosystem. The announcement was made during the World Intellectual Property Day celebrations in New Delhi, themed “IP and Sports: Ready, Set, Innovate!”. The waiver applies to a wide range of IP categories, including trademarks, patents, copyrights, de...