An upcoming business delegation to Bhutan is more than another trade mission. It offers Indian companies a chance to explore one of the world’s most ambitious sustainable urban development projects—and could open a new chapter in economic cooperation between Bhutan and Northeast India. When Indian entrepreneurs think about expanding beyond the country’s borders, destinations such…
DoNER Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia’s July 2026 message signals a welcome shift towards value chains and branding. But can it help the Northeast move beyond exporting raw materials to building globally competitive industries? For generations, Northeast India has been celebrated for its breathtaking landscapes, rich biodiversity and extraordinary agricultural wealth. From Assam’s golden Muga silk and…
From a kitchen experiment in Sikkim to premium retail shelves, luxury hotels and international markets, Rinzing Choden Bhutia is transforming Himalayan biodiversity, indigenous wisdom and modern science into Agapi — a purpose-driven wellness brand with global ambitions. The Quantiq Founder Series | Editorial Profile Some journeys begin with the pursuit of success. Others begin with…
The Quantiq Tea Intelligence | Issue 1 Year-on-year auction prices remain healthy, yet softer demand, moderating prices and climate uncertainties suggest the industry is entering a more cautious phase. For much of 2026, India’s tea industry has celebrated a welcome recovery. Auction prices have remained comfortably above last year’s levels, premium teas continue to command…
India’s services sector is showing signs of moderation. Here’s what the latest PMI data means for businesses, startups, investors and Northeast India. India’s economy has become one of the world’s fastest-growing success stories. Behind that success is a sector that rarely grabs headlines but quietly drives employment, investment and innovation—the services sector. From software engineers…
Artificial intelligence is reshaping industries, rewriting business strategies and attracting unprecedented levels of investment. Yet, as optimism surrounding AI reaches new heights, global credit rating agency Fitch Ratings has sounded a note of caution. Its latest assessment is not a warning against AI itself, but against the financial expectations building around it. For investors, businesses…
India’s handloom industry remains one of the country’s largest livelihood ecosystems. Yet its next phase of growth may depend less on launching another heritage brand and more on combining natural fibres, material science, world-class design and intellectual property to build globally competitive businesses. Walk through any premium handloom exhibition, browse a curated online marketplace or…
For years, India’s automobile industry appeared to be moving in only one direction. SUVs dominated new launches, manufacturers focused on premium models, and the humble hatchback slowly slipped into the background. Now, fresh retail sales data suggests that the story may be changing. India’s automobile market recorded its highest-ever monthly retail sales in June 2026,…
Northeast Renaissance Series From the forests of Assam to the luxury perfume houses of the world, how science, sustainability and trust can transform one of Northeast India’s oldest natural resources into a globally respected premium industry. For decades, discussions on economic development in Northeast India have revolved around increasing agricultural production, improving infrastructure and attracting…
The Quantiq Future Industries Ledger #1 Every Industrial Revolution Begins Quietly In 1907, a factory owner who wanted to increase production had only one practical option—hire more workers. Nearly a century later, businesses expanded by buying computers, software and internet connectivity. Today, another possibility is emerging. Instead of recruiting another employee or installing another application,…
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