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The Ambassador of El Salvador visits FISME office
With an aim to identify trade promotion activities for SMEs between India and El Salvador, an interaction meet was organized with the Ambassador of the Republic of El Salvador, H.E Patricia Figueroa Rodriguez and the Second Secretary Ms. Patricia Arguta on 29th July 2008 at FISME office.
India and Mexico have bright future in the SME segment: Ambassador H.E. Rogelio Granguillhome
In a meeting held at FISME office on 24th July 2008, the Ambassador of Mexico H.E. Rogelio Granguillhome highlighted the potential of both the countries in the SME sector.

The Ambassador put emphasis on the following sectors like, Information Technology, Pharmaceuticals, Agro Industry and Auto components.

 
Opportunities for Indian SMEs in Salalah Free Zone, Oman
There is a great opportunity for the Indian small and medium enterprises doing business in the Salalah Free Zone in Oman, with many attractive sops being rolled out for the SME sector of the country, in a communique to Mr. Mohan Suresh, President, FISME from Mr. Anil Wadhwa, the Ambassador of India, Oman it was cited.
 
 
SIDBI moves to cut SME credit risk
On the lines of the credit guarantee fund trust for small industries (CGTSI), the Small Industries Development Bank of India (Sidbi) is planning to come up with a new risk mitigation schemes for small and medium enterprise lending shortly.
 
Agra packaging units in trouble due to rise in the costs of raw material
Depleted margins after raw material price hike have forced packaging units to increase rates by up to 25 per cent. However, clients are taken into confidence.
RBI asks banks to adhere to guidelines on SME credit
Stopping short of censuring banks for harassing small and medium enterprise customers, the Reserve Bank of India asked lenders to follow rules laid down by it for advancing loans to SMEs.
Taxmen to attach property of evaders
Concerned over rising tax evasion, especially by exporters and certain big manufacturers, the government has announced that the tax man could provisionally attach the property of evaders to recover dues.
Bank lending to small enterprises shoots up 52%
Lending to the small scale sector has shot up, but banks expect moderation in the months ahead with corporate balance sheets under strain.
Punjab SMEs to have greater say in policy
The setting up of separate Industrial Development Boards is likely to give a fresh lease of life to the SMEs and SSIs in Punjab. The move is a step towards incorporating industry leaders in the decision-making process of the government.
New agri-business policy for Gujarat within two months
With its focus on employment generation and development of the small and medium enterprises (SMEs) for next five years, the Gujarat government is likely to dole out dozens of sops and incentives to enhance competitiveness of SME units operating in agriculture. The creation of the Cluster Advisory Institute (CAI) to speed up cluster development is also on the cards.
Bar coding to protect SMEs
The Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) of the region will now be protected from imitation. The MSME Development Institute, Kanpur, has proposed a plan envisaging the use of bar codes to prevent fake products from reaching the market.
Interest spreads on ECBs to be reviewed, would help small cos to tap cheaper funds
Despite pressure from investment-starved companies, the Centre at present does not intend to increase the limit on external commercial borrowings (ECBs). But bowing down partially to industry demand, it may consider reviewing interest rate spreads on such borrowings.
Set up bourse for small cos: Knowledge panel
The National Knowledge Commission, chaired by Mr Sam Pitroda, has suggested establishing a stock exchange for small companies, and creating instruments to enable the firms to raise initial capital.
 
Events

Renewable Energy India 2008 Expo

Venue & Date :-

21-23 August 2008
Pragati Maidan,
New Delhi

Organizer :-

Exhibitions India Private Limited, Delhi
217-B (2nd Floor) Okhla Industrial Estate - Phase III,
New Delhi - 110 020., India.
Telephone  :+91-11-42795054 / 42795000
Fax : +91-11-5279 5098 / 5279 5099

Event Profile :-

Renewable Energy India Expo is the melting pot for global technologies. It is a forum to nurture business contacts, imbibe the latest technology trends, cultivate business relations and prepare for the exponential growth of renewables in India. The Business Conference organised for the Expo will seek to address the status and outlook on renewable energy, powered by Solar Power, Wind Power, Hydro Power, Biomass & Biofuels.

SME Expo Logistics

Venue & Date :-

28-30 August 2008
Chennai Trade Centre,
Chennai

Organizer :-

INIS Enterprises Private Limited
210, Atlanta Estate, Vitth Bhatti, Goregaon East,
Mumbai, India.
Telephone : +91-22-28763111
Fax: +91-22-28765444

Event Profile :-

SME Expo Logistics is a platform for the SMEs to explore business opportunities and network with the stakeholders within and outside the logistics industry. It also provides them with an opportunity to get acquainted with the latest and most innovative products and services

Delhi Book Fair 2008

Venue & Date :-

30 Aug-7 Sep 2008
Pragati Maidan,
New Delhi

Organizer :-

India Trade Promotion Organization
Pragati Bhawan, Pragati Maidan,
New Delhi, India.
Telephone : +91-11-23371390 / 23371822 / 23371540
Fax:+91-11-23371874 / 23318142 / 23317896 / 23371493 / 23371492

Event Profile :-

It is aimed at highlighting the capabilities of Indian publishing industry & introducing new publications. Exporters & Importers of Books for kids & pre-scholars, Scientific books, School books, Dictionaries, Encyclopedia, Holy Koran & Religious Books, Travel books, Maps & Globes, Greeting cards & Calendars, Magazines & Periodicals, Stationery & Office Supplies, Computers & Peripherals, Computer software, Computer accessories & General Public will be attending the fair.

Elcomp India 2008

Venue & Date :-

10-12 Sep.2008
Pragati Maidan,
New Delhi

Organizer :-

Exhibitions India Private Limited, Delhi
217-B (2nd Floor) Okhla Industrial Estate - Phase III,,
New Delhi - 110 020., India.
Telephone : +91-11-42795054 / 42795000
Fax: +91-11-5279 5098 / 5279 5099

Event Profile :-

The event will be a platform to showcase electronic hardware, components, subsystems as well as capital equipment and machines for the manufacture of electronic hardware and EMS providers.

India Electricity 2008

Venue & Date :-

11-13 Sep.2008
Pragati Maidan,
New Delhi

Organizer :-

Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry
Federation House, 1, Tansen Marg,
New Delhi - 110 001., India.
Telephone : +91-11-23738760 -70
Fax: +91-11-23320714 / 23721504

Event Profile :-

India Electricity 2008, is the focused show on Power Generation, Transmission, Distribution, New and Renewable Energy Systems, Energy Efficiency etc.

 
  • Mr. Woon Boo Loot
    E-2000 Products Sdn Bhd
    21 & 23, Jalan 3/57B,
    Off Jalan Segambut Bawah,
    51200 Segambut Kuala Lumpur
    Telephone : 03 6252 9418
    Fax : 03 6252 9417
    E-mail : e2kpsb@tm.net.my
    Website : www.e2000.com.my
    Areas of interest : Automobile meters
  • Mr. Ramanathan Chinnu
    Pride Logistics Services
    Lot 1275, Jalan Batu Bata, Off Jalan Bukit Kemuning,
    Sek.35, 42450 Shah Alam, Selangor.
    Telephone : 03 5122 5814
    Fax : 03 7874 7585 / 5122 5814
    H/P : 012 2265765
    E-mail : ramapridelogistics@yahoo.com
    Areas of interest : Food & Mineral Products
  • Dato' A Suffian,
    Group Advisor
    Essem Corpn Sdn Bhd,
    Wisma Essem, 9156, Jalan Bandar 4,
    Taman Melawati 53100 Kuala Lumpur.
    Telephone : 03 4108 3371
    H/P : 012 3836794
    E-mail : fuzz@essemgroup.net
    Areas of interest : Oil & Gas
  • Mr. Hooi Yeow Woon
    Top Harvest Enterprise
    No.1441A, Jalan Besar, sweri kembangan 43300 Selangor
    Telephone : 03 8948 6278
    Fax : 03 8948 6278
    E-mail : terry_03098@hotmail.com
    Areas of interest : Coffee
  • Mr. Murunthan Damodaran
    879, Jalan RJ 1/21,
    Taman Rasah Jaya
    70300 Seremban
    Negeri Sembilan.
    Telephone : 03 06 631 8648
    Fax : 06 631 8648
    H/P : 019 2097666
    E-mail : dmugun@gmail.com
    Areas of interest : Dialysis Machine
  • Ms. Cindy Ng Wai Leng
    Telephone: 03 2772 9840
    Fax: 03 2711 4110
    H/P: 016 3922 848
    E-mail : wlng@aeonmalaysia.com.my
    Website : www.aeomalaysia.com.my
    Areas of interest : To Set Up Liaison Office in India
  • Ms. H.C. Lim
    Radysis Asia Sdn Bhd
    80B, Jalan Perai Jaya 4,
    Bandar Perai Jaya 13700 Perai, Penang.
    Telephone : 04 3999396.
    Fax : 04 3988396
    H/P : 012 4149002
    E-mail : hclim@radysis-asia.com
    Areas of interest : Importers of Metal
  • YB. Dato' A Sufian
    Group Advisor
    Essem Corporation Sdn Bhd, Kuala Lumpur
    Telephone : 03 41083371,
    H/P : 012 3836794
    E-mail : jon@essemgroup.net
    Areas of interest : Oil & Gas Services
  • Mr. K.H. Choudhury
    Regional Manager
    International Business Development
    Executive Chairman's Office
    Bangunan U2,
    40150 Shah Alam
    Email : enquiry@inai.com.my
    Areas of interest : Business Development
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