From limestone reserves to new clinker and grinding capacity, Assam is emerging as an important cement manufacturing centre. But can the state turn this boom into a broader industrial ecosystem while preparing for the industry’s low-carbon future? Cement is rarely an industry that makes headlines. Artificial intelligence does. Startups do. Green energy does. Even tea,…
As Yarn Glory approaches its 25th year, its founder reflects on a journey that began beside her grandmothers’ looms and evolved into a textile brand rooted in quality, Ahimsa Eri silk, natural dyes and a deep commitment to the people behind the fabric. The Quantiq Founder Series The Loom She Would Not Let Go The…
Assam wants more room for development around Kaziranga. At the same time, the Union government and NHAI are building a 34.5-km elevated wildlife corridor at a cost of nearly ₹6,956 crore. The two measures address different problems. Yet together, they raise a larger question: should Kaziranga’s ecological boundary follow science or convenience? Kaziranga Has a…
The Northeast Renaissance Series Ideas for a ₹5,000–8,000 Crore Indian Opportunity and a Multi-Billion Dollar Global Future Highlights Assam already possesses freshwater microalgae with demonstrated potential for biofuel, bioplastics, and high-value biochemical applications. The opportunity now is to move from discovering native strains to building an algae-based biorefinery industry. The next blue economy for Northeast…
How a journalist turned social-preneur is using Tholgiri to connect Assam’s farmers, food producers, weavers and artisans with consumers while bringing authentic Assamese food and culture to the world. The Quantiq Founder Series | Editorial Profile There are restaurants that serve food. There are restaurants that create an ambience. And then there are businesses that…
The Northeast Renaissance Series Ideas for a ₹15,000–20,000 Crore Indian Industry and a Multi-Billion Dollar Global Future Key Highlights When most people think about mushrooms, they think about food. Some associate them with healthy eating, while others see them as a profitable crop that can supplement farm income. For decades, governments, researchers and entrepreneurs have…
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 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…
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