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Business Standard
29-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Biz collaborations for a circular economy via FTA to boost EU-India ties
With ongoing free trade agreement (FTA) talks, businesses for the circular economy will unlock circular value and further enhance collaborations and relations between India and the European Union (EU), said an EU official on Thursday, indicating that circular economy is part of the FTA talks. In June 2022, India and the 27-nation EU bloc resumed negotiations for a comprehensive FTA, an investment protection agreement and a pact on geographical indications after a gap of over eight years. Key areas of discussion include agriculture and dairy, government procurement, labour standards, sustainable development, and investment-related issues. 'In 2025, with ongoing FTA negotiations, recent EU colleagues' visits and further strengthening of EU-India relations, and business space for circular economy, it may mean unlocking circular value for this dynamic and further enhanced collaboration between the EU and India,' Ewa Suwara, Deputy Head of Delegation of the European Union, said on Thursday at the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Business Summit. The EU and India are working on multiple projects together to promote a circular economy, aiming to reduce waste, increase resource efficiency, and foster sustainable development. Projects like the EU-India Resource Efficiency and Circular Economy Initiative (EU-I RECEI) aim to foster sustainable value chains and create new economic and job opportunities, particularly for entrepreneurs and MSMEs, through circular economy solutions by leveraging EU expertise and best practices. India is increasingly focusing on a circular economy to minimise waste, maximise resource efficiency, and drive economic growth while reducing environmental impact. The circular economy in India is estimated to be worth $2 trillion and create 10 million jobs by 2050. EU-I RECEI also aims to support India in implementing the global sustainable consumption and production (SCP) agenda through the adoption of international standards and best practices in business on resource efficiency and circular economy. In February, the India-EU Trade and Technology Council (TTC) launched two major research and innovation initiatives, with a joint investment of ₹391 crore (€41 million), to address marine plastic pollution and develop waste-to-green hydrogen technologies. These aim to bring together researchers, start-ups, and industries from both India and the EU to find sustainable and global solutions. These initiatives are part of the EU-India Trade and Technology Council (TTC) and are coordinated under the EU's Horizon Europe programme, with co-funding from Indian ministries such as the Ministry of Earth Sciences and the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy. The goal is to find innovative and sustainable solutions to combat marine pollution and promote technological advancements.
Hindustan Times
29-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Rajnath Singh says PoK residents part of India: 'One day they'll join us'
In a strong and emotionally charged message to the people of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday declared that the day is not far when PoK will return to India voluntarily, driven by a sense of shared identity and belonging. Speaking at the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Business Summit in the national capital, Singh reaffirmed India's unwavering commitment to national unity and asserted that those living in PoK are an integral part of the Indian family. 'I believe that the people of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir are our own, part of our family,' Singh said. 'We have full faith that those of our brothers who are geographically and politically separated from us today will also return to the mainstream of India someday, listening to their voice of soul.' The Defence Minister's remarks come in the aftermath of Operation Sindoor, India's response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. In the Operation, India targeted terror infrastructure and airbases deep inside Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Singh used the occasion not only to highlight India's military strength but also to emphasize a more humanistic and inclusive vision for PoK. 'India always talks about connecting hearts, and we believe that by walking on the path of love, unity and truth, the day is not far when our own part, PoK, will return and say, 'I am India, I have returned',' Singh said. He noted that most of the population in PoK shares a 'deep connection' with India, adding that only a small minority have been misled. Singh's outreach signals a shift from solely territorial rhetoric to one that acknowledges the emotional and cultural ties between the people of India and PoK. Outlining a recalibrated policy towards Pakistan, the Defence Minister made it clear that future dialogue with Islamabad will only focus on two issues: terrorism and PoK. 'We have redesigned and redefined India's response to terrorism. We will talk to Pakistan only about PoK and terrorism—nothing else,' Singh said. 'The business of terrorism is not cost effective. Pakistan has now realized that it comes at a heavy price.'
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
100 Black Men of America, Inc. Announces 39th Annual Conference in New Orleans
Theme: "Preparing Leaders to Impact Our Changing World" ATLANTA, May 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- 100 Black Men of America, Inc., the nation's premier African American mentoring and leadership development organization, is proud to announce its 39th Annual Conference, taking place June 4–8, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana at the Hilton New Orleans Riverside. This year's theme, "Preparing Leaders to Impact Our Changing World," reflects the organization's continued commitment to mentoring, education, health and wellness, and economic empowerment across communities of color. The multi-day conference will bring together 100 chapters, industry leaders, youth, corporate partners, elected officials, educators, and advocates from across the country. "At a time when leadership is needed more than ever, this conference provides the inspiration, tools, and access to empower the next generation," said Milton H. Jones, Jr., Chairman of the Board, 100 Black Men of America, Inc. "Our conference isn't just a gathering — it's a launchpad for legacy-building and real-world change. We're convening a powerful mix of voices from across the country—mentors, youth, entrepreneurs, educators, health professionals, and corporate leaders—who are aligned in their commitment to shaping a better future. Whether you're here to grow, give back, or be inspired, this experience is designed to move us all forward." The 39th Annual Conference will feature: Youth leadership workshops and national competitions The signature 100 Business Summit Panels and keynotes from national thought leaders Chapter development workshops Health and wellness activations Networking events and award celebrations Call to action for elevating youth mentoring programs The event is expected to welcome over 1,300 attendees, including members of the 100's Collegiate, Emerging 100, and youth mentees from across the 100 Black Men network. With both a local presence and national impact, the 100 is active in promoting equitable outcomes in education, business, and civic engagement. This year's conference will involve the New Orleans community by offering free eye exams and glasses for students attending Benjamin Franklin Elementary School and hosting a free Business Summit to support local entrepreneurs. This event is open to the public. Media can obtain credentials and access the media kit by viewing the bottom section of this page. Interviews with the 100's executive board members and sponsor representatives can be scheduled. Visit for complete information. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE 100 Black Men of America, Inc. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
100 Black Men of America, Inc. Announces 39th Annual Conference in New Orleans
Theme: "Preparing Leaders to Impact Our Changing World" ATLANTA, May 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- 100 Black Men of America, Inc., the nation's premier African American mentoring and leadership development organization, is proud to announce its 39th Annual Conference, taking place June 4–8, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana at the Hilton New Orleans Riverside. This year's theme, "Preparing Leaders to Impact Our Changing World," reflects the organization's continued commitment to mentoring, education, health and wellness, and economic empowerment across communities of color. The multi-day conference will bring together 100 chapters, industry leaders, youth, corporate partners, elected officials, educators, and advocates from across the country. "At a time when leadership is needed more than ever, this conference provides the inspiration, tools, and access to empower the next generation," said Milton H. Jones, Jr., Chairman of the Board, 100 Black Men of America, Inc. "Our conference isn't just a gathering — it's a launchpad for legacy-building and real-world change. We're convening a powerful mix of voices from across the country—mentors, youth, entrepreneurs, educators, health professionals, and corporate leaders—who are aligned in their commitment to shaping a better future. Whether you're here to grow, give back, or be inspired, this experience is designed to move us all forward." The 39th Annual Conference will feature: Youth leadership workshops and national competitions The signature 100 Business Summit Panels and keynotes from national thought leaders Chapter development workshops Health and wellness activations Networking events and award celebrations Call to action for elevating youth mentoring programs The event is expected to welcome over 1,300 attendees, including members of the 100's Collegiate, Emerging 100, and youth mentees from across the 100 Black Men network. With both a local presence and national impact, the 100 is active in promoting equitable outcomes in education, business, and civic engagement. This year's conference will involve the New Orleans community by offering free eye exams and glasses for students attending Benjamin Franklin Elementary School and hosting a free Business Summit to support local entrepreneurs. This event is open to the public. Media can obtain credentials and access the media kit by viewing the bottom section of this page. Interviews with the 100's executive board members and sponsor representatives can be scheduled. Visit for complete information. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE 100 Black Men of America, Inc.
India Today
29-04-2025
- Business
- India Today
India, US officials meet in Washington to discuss bilateral trade agreement
In a move aimed at finalising the India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement, representatives from India's Department of Commerce and the Office of the US Trade Representative engaged in productive discussions in Washington between April 23 and two sides have set a target to conclude the first tranche of the agreement by Fall 2025, with September-October set as the tentative deadline, a statement from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry stated. advertisementThe recent meeting followed an earlier bilateral trade discussions that happened in March in which Brendan Lynch, the Assistant US Trade Representative for South and Central Asia, came to India for crucial trade discussions. "During the meetings in Washington, D.C., the team had fruitful discussions on wide-ranging subjects covering tariff and non-tariff matters. The team discussed the pathway for concluding the first tranche of the mutually beneficial, multi-sector Bilateral Trade Agreement by Fall of 2025, including through opportunities for early mutual wins," the statement read."While productive sectoral expert-level engagements have taken place through the virtual format, in-person sectoral engagements are planned from the end of May," the statement discussions were part of the India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement talks that started in line with the Leaders' Statement of February 2025 to enhance and expand economic ties and supply chain meeting came after US Vice President JD Vance made a four-day diplomatic visit to India with his family and announced that the US and India had officially finalised the terms for trade talks in the Business Summit at the Rajasthan International Centre in Jaipur, last week, as per President, Donald Trump, has imposed 26% tariffs on India, which was put on a 90-day hold and base tariffs of 10% were made applicable. This pause is set to expire on July 9, sources reported that these BTA talks were held to discuss a proposed trade pact with terms of references (ToRs) covering around 19 chapters, such as tariffs, non-tariff barriers, and customs Chief Negotiator, Additional Secretary to the Department of Commerce, Rajesh Agrawal, led the team. He was appointed as the next commerce secretary on April 18 and will assume office from October two countries have targeted to conclude the first phase of the pact by fall (September-October) with an aim to more than double the bilateral trade from the current USD 191 billion to USD 500 billion by 2030.
