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New Delhi, Apr 30 (BNP): The government has reviewed India’s export ecosystem with an aim to further strengthen the country’s global trade performance, with special emphasis on MSMEs, agriculture exports, and the promotion of “Brand India”.

During the review, officials discussed measures to enhance the competitiveness of Indian exporters in global markets. A key focus was placed on supporting micro, small, and medium enterprises, which play a crucial role in employment generation and export diversification.

The discussions also highlighted the need to boost agricultural and food product exports by improving quality standards, strengthening supply chains, and expanding access to new international markets. In addition, efforts to promote “Brand India” were emphasized to improve the country’s global trade identity and attract stronger demand for Indian goods.

The initiative reflects the government’s broader strategy to increase export volumes, reduce trade barriers for domestic producers, and ensure more inclusive participation in international trade growth.

Mumbai, Apr 30: As global M&A activity rebounded strongly in 2025, Indian dealmakers are increasingly turning to transactional risk insurance to navigate complexity, manage execution risks, and drive deal certainty, according to the latest insights from Marsh’s Transactional Risk Insurance 2025: Year in review report.

Globally, M&A deal value surged nearly 37% year-on-year to approach USD 5 trillion, with a sharp rise in large and mega deals. This trend is mirrored in India, where growing deal sizes, cross-border activity, and regulatory scrutiny are accelerating demand for structured risk solutions. Marsh recorded a 34% increase in global transactional risk insurance limits to USD 91.6 billion, alongside a 37% rise in policy volumes, reflecting the increasing role of insurance as a core component of deal-making.

Key India insights

In India, transactional risk insurance is gaining traction across both private equity and strategic corporate transactions, particularly in sectors such as technology, healthcare, infrastructure, and energy, where deal sizes and regulatory considerations are intensifying.

• Deal complexity: Larger and more complex deals are driving demand for higher insurance limits and multi-layered coverage structures
• Buyer shift: Corporate buyers now account for a larger share of insured transactions globally (54%), a shift increasingly visible in India as corporates pursue strategic acquisitions
• Claims trends: Claims frequency and severity are rising globally, signalling a maturing market and reinforcing the need for early engagement and robust deal structuring

Additionally, pricing trends have shifted, with premium rates increasing across regions, including Asia (up 8% year-on-year), indicating a transition toward a more disciplined underwriting environment.

Sanjay Kedia, CEO & President, Marsh India, said, “As India continues to position itself as a global investment hub, the ability to effectively manage transaction-related risks will be critical. We are seeing growing awareness and adoption of transactional risk solutions among Indian dealmakers, especially as cross-border transactions and regulatory complexities increase. This trend is expected to accelerate further in 2026 as businesses seek greater resilience and confidence in deal execution.”

Aditya Samag, Private Equity and M&A Leader, Marsh India, said, “India is witnessing a clear shift toward larger, more complex transactions, particularly in high-growth sectors such as technology, healthcare, and infrastructure. In this environment, transactional risk insurance is no longer optional—it has become a strategic tool for investors and corporates to enhance deal certainty, manage regulatory exposures, and remain competitive in auction processes.”

Looking ahead, India is expected to remain a key growth market for M&A, supported by strong domestic fundamentals, investor confidence, and increasing cross-border interest. However, global geopolitical uncertainty and evolving regulatory frameworks may continue to influence deal activity and risk strategies.

Transactional risk insurance is therefore expected to play a critical role in enabling deal certainty, bridging valuation gaps, and protecting against downside risks in India’s evolving deal landscape.

Washington, Apr 30 (BNP): Several companies in the United States are increasingly focusing on small modular reactors (SMRs) as a next-generation option in nuclear energy, according to a report by the US Energy Information Administration (EIA).

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The report highlights that SMRs are being developed to address long-standing challenges in the nuclear sector, particularly high construction costs and lengthy approval timelines that have limited new capacity additions.

The United States currently has nearly 98 gigawatts of installed nuclear power capacity, but expansion has remained limited over recent decades due to financial and regulatory constraints.

Unlike conventional nuclear plants, which generate between 550 MW and 1,500 MW per unit, SMRs are compact systems typically producing up to around 300 MW. Their modular structure allows major components to be built in factories and transported to sites for assembly, potentially reducing both construction time and overall costs while offering greater deployment flexibility.

Mumbai, Apr 30 (BNP): The Indian rupee slipped to a fresh all-time low in early trade on Thursday, falling 32 paise to 95.20 against the U.S. dollar.

The currency came under pressure due to sustained strength in the U.S. dollar and a sharp rise in global crude oil prices. Brent crude, trading around $122 per barrel, added further strain on India’s import-heavy economy, increasing demand for the dollar from oil importers.

Forex traders said persistent foreign fund outflows and concerns over elevated energy prices also contributed to the weakening bias in the rupee. Market sentiment remained cautious as global economic uncertainties continued to influence currency movements

Chandigarh, Apr 30: Godrej Enterprises Group (GEG), a pioneer and one of India’s most trusted brands in safety and security solutions, today announced the launch of NX Pro Ncrypt, India’s first facial recognition‑enabled home locker, at Smart Home Expo 2026. The Group also showcased its smart connected home ecosystem powered by Advantis IoT9, highlighting how design‑led innovation and intelligent technology are redefining safety and everyday living for modern Indian homes.

Aligned with this vision, Godrej Enterprises Group also announced an investment commitment of 100 crores over the next three years to accelerate the development of digital, connected, and consumer‑centric security solutions, enabling greater personalization, enhanced privacy, and everyday convenience.

The newly launched NX Pro Ncrypt marks a first for the Indian market by introducing facial recognition technology into the home locker category. The solution integrates facial recognition, biometric fingerprint access, and digital PIN into a single system, allowing users to choose between single‑mode or dual‑mode security. Built on advanced AES encryption, facial data is converted into secure digital templates rather than stored as images, significantly strengthening privacy and data protection. 

GEG also launched a fully integrated ‘Made in India’ connected home app experience powered by Advantis IoT9, showcasing how homes can intuitively respond to their residents. The moment a user unlocks the door using biometrics, the environment adapts automatically to the user’s pre-sets. The lights adjust to personal preferences, the air conditioner sets itself to the ideal temperature, and the space configures seamlessly to the individual, no manual inputs. Creating a home that understands. 

Mr. Pushkar Gokhale, Business Head, Security Solutions Business, Godrej Enterprises Group, said, “At Godrej, we believe security should not feel complicated or distant, but reassuring, accessible, and built around our customers. As modern Indian consumers embrace smarter, more connected lifestyles, safety solutions must go beyond being strong and reliable to deliver thoughtful design, intuitive usability, and superior experiences.

With India’s first facial recognition‑enabled home locker and our connected home ecosystem powered by Advantis IoT9, we are eliminating friction from everyday living, creating homes that anticipate needs and respond seamlessly to the those who occupy it. Rooted in design‑led innovation and advanced technology, these solutions are built to keep pace with evolving Indian homes, reinforcing our commitment to trusted, future‑ready security that places convenience, customer experience at the centre.”

In addition, the Group also unveiled India’s first ‘Made in India’ web‑based access solution for connected hospitality locks, designed to simplify guest access through a secure weblink, eliminating the need to wait in queues for the reception for check-in or check-out thus enabling a faster, contactless and convenient check‑ins. This solution can be a game changer re-defining the future of Hospitality. 

Together, these innovations reaffirm Godrej Enterprises Group’s role as a technology‑first leader, shaping the future of safety, secured access, and smart living across homes and hospitality spaces in India.