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How Smart Packaging Decisions Improve Product Protection During Storage and Distribution

Product damage during warehousing and transit costs global supply chains billions of dollars each year, with some estimates pegging this figure over $100 billion. Many compromised shipments are rejected at distribution hubs due to inadequate barrier protection and physical packaging failures. Preventing these costly losses requires moving beyond basic corrugated…

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India begins to China-proof its infra push after the TBM shock

India is accelerating efforts to localise mining and construction equipment manufacturing after Chinese export delays disrupted supplies of tunnel boring machines (TBMs) for key infrastructure projects. A proposed incentive scheme aims to reduce import dependence, strengthen supply chains, boost domestic manufacturing, expand exports and support India's ambitious infrastructure, mining and…

The Economic Times

China export curbs put $6.5 trillion global supply chains at risk: IEA

Global supply chains for critical minerals face acute economic security challenges. China's export controls on rare earth elements impacted downstream industries significantly. Critical mineral prices rebounded sharply in 2025 and early 2026. Top refining nations, led by China, accounted for most refined supply growth. Strategic stockpiles offer a short-term buffer…

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EXCLUSIVE: US-Iran De-Escalation Is the Only Way to Lower Gas Prices, Analyst Says

The escalating tension in the U.S.-Iran war has rattled the global energy market, with supply chain disruptions leading to sharp increases in oil prices throughout markets as uncertainty looms over the Strait of Hormuz.

Benzinga

Applying Chinese ecosystem learning to build Indian smartphone; eyes Rs 7,500 crore sales: NxtQuantum founder

NxtQuantum Shift Technology is a 100% Indian company. With more than two decades of experience in this industry, building brands into the Chinese ecosystem like Realme, learning the Chinese supply chain to economies of scale, the company is building a particular homegrown brand from scratch, Sheth said.

The Economic Times

New Zealand is throwing away 1.22 million tonnes of food a year, and the first national tally shows farms and homes are the biggest leaks

New Zealand's first food-loss tally shows 1.22 million tonnes wasted annually. Primary production and households account for the largest food waste shares. This waste occurs before food leaves farms and after it reaches homes. Significant resources are lost with edible food discarded before consumption. Addressing this requires changes across the…

The Times of India

India imports 25 lakh tonne of urea, 7 lakh tons of DAP in Apr-Jun to meet domestic demand: Govt

India imported significant urea and DAP quantities during April-June this fiscal. Total fertiliser production reached 115.72 lakh tonnes in the first quarter. The government actively diversifies import sources to mitigate supply chain risks. Long-term agreements are finalised with Saudi Arabian and Russian companies for DAP. Indian companies are sourcing water-soluble…

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SOPPA expands focus on supply chain efficiency for SMEs, enterprises

The logistics player emphasises human-centric execution and technology integration as supply chains evolve.

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Japan to test rare-earth mining 6 km underwater

Japan will conduct extensive rare earth mining tests in February. These tests follow successful sample recovery from deep Pacific seabed locations. The nation seeks to reduce reliance on China for critical minerals. Traces of yttrium, gadolinium and dysprosium were found in recovered seabed material. This initiative aims to bolster Japan's…

The Economic Times

How Logistics Technology Improves Transport Management

Transport keeps businesses moving every day. Goods must reach customers safely and on time. Transport logistics requires modern technology to make each process more effective. Modern companies provide fast transportation of goods. They also reduce mistakes and lower costs. The role of technology continues to grow across every supply chain.

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India's Ambassador Kwatra meets US Senator Sheehy, discusses defence ties

India's envoy Vinay Mohan Kwatra met Senator Tim Sheehy discussing defense cooperation. Kwatra also met commerce officials to deepen trade ties. Discussions focused on building secure supply chain partnerships. These engagements highlight strengthening bilateral relations between the nations. The meetings underscore growing collaboration in key sectors.

The Economic Times

Japan rising: Building on AI and semiconductor leadership

The investment story of the first half of 2026 was straightforward: either an investor owned semiconductor stocks (but not just any semiconductor stocks) or they did not. If one held too little exposure or the wrong names, one simply stood no chance of keeping pace with the market.

Bangkok Post

Tariffs alone will not produce sustainable generic medicine in US: IPA

The Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance believes tariffs alone will not build US generic drug manufacturing. Broader reforms are needed for fair pricing and supply chain stability. India supplies nearly fifty percent of generic medicines to the United States. Tariffs alone will not produce sustainable generic medicine onshoring. Reforms should address upstream…

The Economic Times

Zomato's Deepinder Goyal shrugs off Rapido, Swiggy's budget food bets

Eternal's CEO Deepinder Goyal downplayed competition from Rapido and Swiggy's budget food delivery services. He stated these low-cost offerings have had a limited impact on their business. Goyal emphasized Eternal's focus on its Bistro initiative for supply chain innovation. This new model aims to make food delivery viable at lower…

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Sugar stock limits may offer temporary relief but risk disrupting the supply chain: Industry

India is unlikely to face any immediate sugar shortage, as domestic stocks are expected to be sufficient to meet demand until the next crushing season begins, says Atul Chaturvedi of Shree Renuka Sugars.

The Times of India

Ukraine hits Wildberries warehouses again, citing links to Russia's war effort

Ukraine launched drone strikes on Wildberries warehouses, injuring at least fifteen people. These attacks targeted logistics hubs involved in supplying the Russian army. The strikes also hit an oil depot, causing a blaze and damaging buildings. Wildberries, Russia's largest online retailer, is a critical part of the nation's supply chain.…

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Recurring West Asia tensions force MSME exporters to prioritise resilience over cost savings

Industry officials say recurring geopolitical disruptions, rising freight costs, and shipping uncertainty are making supply chain resilience as important as low-cost manufacturing for India's MSME exporters.

Bangkok Post

Listed firms nudged to adapt supply chains

Listed Thai companies are urged to ramp up efforts to reinvent their supply chains as sustainability becomes essential to winning global capital.

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Microsoft's AI Bet Could Rewrite AMD's Growth Story

Microsoft is deploying AMD's Helios Rackscale Solution across Azure data centers starting in late 2026, diversifying its chip supply and boosting AMD's multi-year data center revenue outlook.

TechRadar

What the 2026 World Cup is revealing about the future of product identification

The 2026 World Cup is the most compressed supply chain stress test in history.

Benzinga

Analyst Warns Gas Prices Entered Uncharted Territory Not Seen Even in 2008

Gas prices in the U.S. crossed the $4 threshold again as escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran amid the U.S.- Israel-Iran war cast a shadow of uncertainty over the global crude oil supply chain.

Times Life

Why the Indian Pangolin Tops Global Wildlife Trafficking and What Conservation Efforts Are Changing

The Animal That Curls Into a Ball and Cannot RunThe Indian pangolin's primary defence is to roll into a tight armoured ball. Against a leopard, this works. Against a poacher with a sack, it is a gift. The animal does not bite, does not flee at speed, and emits no…

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How to Build a Sustainable Wardrobe in India: Capsule Dressing, Khadi, and Thrift Without the Price Tag

Khadi Was Slow Fashion Before the Term ExistedThe Khadi and Village Industries Commission still lists over 7,000 registered khadi institutions across India, producing fabric by hand on charkhas that haven't changed much since the 1920s. That supply chain, short, traceable, low-waste, is the definition of ethical fashion. The problem is…

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The Hidden Cost of Fast Fashion: What India's Textile Workers Pay So You Don't Have To

The city that makes your wardrobeTiruppur does not look like a place that clothes the world. It looks like heat and exhaust and the sound of cutting machines that start before dawn. The Tamil Nadu town produces roughly 90 percent of India's cotton knitwear exports and supplies garments to brands…

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The Grocery Pickup Substitution Setting Shoppers Should Review

Curbside grocery pickup is a massive convenience for families juggling incredibly busy weekly schedules. You simply click a few buttons online, and an employee gathers your entire order. However, supply chain issues mean your specific chosen items are frequently missing from shelves. When a product is out of stock, the…

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