USA has announced an extra 25 per cent tariff on India as penalty for the continued import of Russian crude oil. He had earlier threatened tariffs of 100 per cent unless a peace deal is signed by August 9. However, India has strongly criticised the decision taken by USA President, calling the move ‘unfair, unjustified and unreasonable.’ India will never compromise on the interests of its farmers, livestock rearers and fishermen brothers and sisters. I know personally that I will have to pay a heavy price for this, but I am prepared for it,” the PM said in a statement.

Galaxypacs, the packaging solution-oriented sister venture of Galaxy Freight is all set to go live on Amazon and Flipkart as an online seller of premium custom-made packaging solutions including UN approved DG packing solutions, on 1 September, 2025. “Through this novel initiative, our packaging solutions will be available at the fingertips of our users and potential clients all across the world. They just need to click on the desired option and order it to their address, and we will deliver it to their doorstep,” said a statement. Galaxypacs India LLP specialises in packaging solutions. We offer UN-approved 5-ply, fiberboard corrugated boxes certified by ERRL Singapore, complying with ICAO and IMDG regulations. These packages are suitable for multimodal transportation. In addition to standard packaging, Galaxypacs provides customised solutions, including corrugated boxes, HDPE drums, fiberboard drums, wooden crates, and metal drums for various projects, charter services, and dedicated products. The company also offers dangerous goods (DG) repacking solutions for solid materials, either at the shipper’s facility or in its own warehouses. Furthermore, Galaxypacs supplies primary inner packing materials, palletisation, fumigation services, and DG labels. Our qualified DG team is available to provide timely consultation to shippers so that they can optimise their packing for air and sea freight. With prompt advice and comprehensive packaging solutions, Galaxypacs is a one-stop shop for all packaging queries across 14 major trade stations in India,” the statement read.

Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya (GSV) and SAP Labs inaugurates Innovation Park at Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka to enhance digital literacy. This significant milestone not only marks SAP’s continued investment in India’s digital future but also reinforces the country’s position as a global technology and innovation hub.  

Vipin Vohra, Chairman, Continental Carriers said, “The US decision to raise tariffs on Indian goods to 50 per cent poses a severe threat to India’s export competitiveness, especially in textiles, apparel, gems, jewellery and chemicals—sectors that contribute significantly to employment. Countries like Bangladesh, Vietnam and China will now enjoy a duty advantage, making Indian products less attractive in the US market. With nearly $8 billion in exports exposed, the impact could be deep, triggering job losses, especially among MSMEs and labor-intensive industries. Immediate government support, export diversification, and strategic dialogue with the US are critical to cushion the blow and protect India’s trade and employment base.”

A 25 per cent additional tariff on India, summing up to a total tariff of 50 per cent might be a huge setback and will impact chemicals, garments, jewellery, etc,” says Gautham R, Senior Manager – Global Air Freight, Head – Air Freight – India, WIZ. He adds, “Exporters see a challenging situation of losing the larger market share to the countries that have competitive tariffs, which can lead to the reduction in volumes from India to the US by 30-40% approx. if the situation prolongs. MSMEs who will not be able to absorb this sudden shift of cost increase would end up losing their traditional business, as the margins are already thin. We foresee that there may be a slight spike in air freight volumes for critical goods, as the additional 25% is applicable after 21 days, but the majority of the US buyers had kept the orders on hold for India. Airlines ex India would continue to experience the volatility in filling the belly space until we simultaneously find strong alternative markets by capitalizing on recent FTAs.”

The new tariff regime appears to be rooted in a protectionist push by the U.S. to reduce trade imbalances and reinforce domestic manufacturing,” said, Abhishek Goyal, ED and CEO, Aeroprime Group. He added, “India’s growing footprint in key export sectors has likely drawn increased scrutiny. While such measures may be politically motivated and serve as a tactic to exert pressure for expediting trade negotiations, they risk disrupting long-standing trade partnerships, economic relationships and global supply chains. At Aeroprime, we believe that trade diplomacy and bilateral engagement should take precedence over sudden tariff escalations.”

Cochin International Airport (CIAL) and Cargo Service Center (CSC) organised the Air Cargo Trade Meet 2025 to launch CSC’s TURANT app at the airport, marking a major step in advancing air cargo in Kerala. The app is designed to offer real-time tracking and full visibility of Export and Import shipments. CIAL and CSC brought together leading trade partners, dignitaries, and industry leaders for a gathering focused on growth, collaboration and innovation in the air cargo sector. The TURANT app, which had already been introduced at other major airports, is now expected to raise cargo handling standards in Kerala. It promises to improve transparency, efficiency and trust among both global and local stakeholders. CSC’s leadership noted that the partnership with CIAL reflects their ongoing focus on service excellence, innovation and security. With the launch of TURANT and continued investment in operations, CSC aims to support Kerala’s logistics sector and strengthen India’s air cargo infrastructure. 

DP World has launched two new domestic rail services linking Bhimasar and Hazira in Gujarat to Kolkata in West Bengal. These new services are designed to accelerate cargo movement between India’s western manufacturing clusters and key eastern trade hubs, bolstering the Make in India initiative and supporting the country’s logistics transformation. The Bhimasar–Kolkata service will run twice a month with a transit time of 8 days and a capacity of 90 TEUs. The Hazira–Kolkata service will also operate twice a month, with a 7-day transit time and the same capacity, mainly carrying edible oils, chemicals, steel, industrial goods, food grains and salt on this key eastbound route. Gujarat is one of the powerhouses of Indian manufacturing, with 182 industrial estates, 21 special economic zones, over 800 large industries, and more than 450,000 with a strong presence across sectors such as chemicals, petrochemicals, dairy, pharmaceuticals, cement, ceramics, gems & jewellery, textiles, and engineering.  Kolkata plays a vital role in international trade, with strong export activity across major global economies—particularly in the leather, textile, and tea industries.

Building on the momentum created by the West Bengal Logistics Policy 2023, Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Eastern Region is launching great initiative in the logistics and warehousing sector — CII LogisEast 2025. Scheduled for 12 and 13 August 2025 in meet Kolkata, this initiative aims to strengthen Eastern India’s logistics ecosystem, with West Bengal at the forefront. This comes at a time when India’s logistics industry, valued at over USD 320 billion, is undergoing rapid transformation through reforms like PM Gati Shakti, National Logistics Policy and continued investment in multimodal infrastructure. As the sector modernises, the inclusion of Eastern India in this growth story is essential. In this context, CII LogisEast 2025 aims to catalyse this shift, by enabling collaboration among industry leaders, policymakers, MSMEs and service providers, and by creating opportunities tailored to this region’s logistical strengths and needs. CII will also host a dedicated logistics and supply chain exhibition in Eastern India, as part of LogisEast 2025. The exhibition will showcase a curated range of logistics solutions, offering attendees a valuable opportunity to engage with emerging innovations and industry capabilities. The event is supported by key industry associations such as NACFS, FFFAI and CCHAA. At the press meet, Debashis Dutta, Chairman, CII West Bengal State Council & Director, BGS Group, said, CII LogisEast 2025 is more than just a summit—it is a defining platform that positions West Bengal as the cluster hub for logistics and warehousing, driving the region’s integration into India’s growth story. Ashutosh Jaiswal, Chairman, CII ER Logistics Sub-Committee & CEO and Director, Century Infra Ltd & Century Ports Ltd, stated the event’s central theme, ‘Transforming Logistics in Eastern India: Bridging Gaps and Building the …

To boost road infrastructure and connectivity, Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister for road transport and highways announced new expressway from Nagpur to Vijayawada in Andhra Pradesh. “Vidarbha’s location is strategically advantageous,” he said adding, “The eastern ports in Andhra Pradesh are much closer to Nagpur than Mumbai, and they’re less congested too. A direct road link means reduced fuel consumption, shorter travel time, and lower logistics costs — key for making exports viable.” This upcoming expressway will be third major corridor originating from Nagpur, after the Nagpur-Mumbai Samruddhi Mahamarg and the planned Nagpur-Goa Shaktipeeth Expressway, for which land measurement has already begun.