AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoEnergy Security & Shipping: India repatriated 4,052 seafarers from the Gulf and said 62 India-bound ships transited the Strait of Hormuz safely as maritime security advisories tighten, with ISPS Code measures and cautions for voyages in the Gulf, Black Sea and Bab-el-Mandeb. Digital Payments: The Payments Council of India reiterated UPI will stay free for consumers and small merchants won’t pay acceptance charges, even as MDR and merchant-charge debates continue. Fuel & Mobility: Oil retailers backed E20 rollout after nationwide tests found no high chloride/moisture issues; quality stayed within limits. Medical Devices Push: India Medical Device 2026 began in Delhi, pitching deeper domestic value addition to build a global MedTech hub. Energy Markets: US emerged as India’s biggest LPG supplier, with its share in imports rising to 67%. Renewables & Industry Power: TBK India expanded rooftop solar to 1,024.2 kW to cut grid dependence and stabilize manufacturing power costs. Trade & Geopolitics: US Senate passed sweeping Russia energy sanctions that could enable tariffs up to 100% on major Russian oil/gas buyers, including India. Consumer & Business: Siemens Energy India reported strong Q3 FY26 results; Godrej Consumer flagged margin pressure from LPG/kerosene and other commodity shocks.
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