SEPTEMBER, 20269New Sugar Stock Limit brings tighter controls on sugar dealers as the government seeks to curb hoarding, excessive stockpiling and rising retail prices ahead of the festive season. The centre has reduced the stock holding limit from 4,000 quintals to 2,000 quintals, with the new limit effective from September 15 to November 30, 2026.However, the 4,000-quintal limit will continue in Kolkata and its extended metropolitan areas due to specific market requirements. The move comes as sugar prices remain elevated and festive demand is expected to increase. Through these temporary restrictions, the government aims to ensure adequate sugar supplies, protect consumers from further price hikes and maintain greater price stability in the market. India's drive for trusted chip technology gains strong momentum as the government notifies the ambitious Semicon 2.0 scheme. The program carries an outlay of Rs 1.27 trillion and aims to build a complete semiconductor ecosystem. Officials unveiled a clear six-pillar strategy that covers design, manufacturing, packaging, materials, research and talent.The move strengthens self-reliance and positions India as a competitive player in the global semiconductor value chain. Decision-makers focus on long-term growth and strategic security. This policy support targets resilient and sovereign technologies for critical national needs. The Union government notifies the Semicon 2.0 scheme on 31 August 2026. The Cabinet had approved the program on 15 July 2026. The notification details the implementation framework, incentives and eligibility criteria. GREW Solar, one of India's fastest-growing solar PV module manufacturers, today announced a new channel partnership with PS Cube Industries Private Limited in Faridabad. The partnership will strengthen its presence in the distribution market and expanding access to its solar solutions across the region.This collaboration marks another step in GREW Solar's efforts to extend its distribution network across key markets and make its products and technologies more accessible to customers, installers and businesses. Faridabad, with its rising industrial and commercial ecosystem and increasing adoption of renewable energy, represents an important market for the company's regional expansion. E-CV makers seek more time as localization rules take effect under the PM eDRIVE scheme. This has led electric commercial vehicle manufacturers to face compliance challenges. The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers requests a seven-month extension for traction motor and motor controller systems.China's export curbs on rare-earth magnets disrupt global supplies. Geopolitical tensions further raise freight costs and transit delays. Industry executives warn of possible production disruptions without relief. The government has yet to decide on the fresh request. INDIA'S BIG PUSH FOR TRUSTED CHIP TECHNOLOGY UNDER SEMICON 2.0GREW SOLAR STRENGTHENS DISTRIBUTION FOOTPRINT IN NORTH INDIA NEW SUGAR STOCK LIMIT 2026: CHECK EXEMPTIONS & DEADLINESE-CV MAKERS SEEK MORE TIME AS LOCALIZATION RULES TAKE EFFECT
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