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India proposes $54–$366/MT anti-dumping duties on PET film imports from China, Thailand, and Bangladesh, while Haldia Petrochemicals and Primo Chemicals advance key capacity and supply projects.

India has tightened import permits for industrial and dual-use chemicals like acrylonitrile, with permits remaining valid for one to three years depending on registration.

India's DGTR has initiated a sunset review of antidumping duties on TDI imports from China, Japan, and South Korea following domestic producers' concerns over financial losses and excess Asian capacity.

Heraeus has integrated its Indian facility into its global precious metal catalysts manufacturing network, expanding its range of powder and shaped carbon-supported catalysts.

Asian LLDPE prices showed mixed trends, with steady rates in Far East and Southeast Asia due to holidays, while South Asian markets rose on higher freight costs and import offers.

Gujarat's plastic manufacturing units are cutting production, operating below 50% capacity, as polymer prices double due to higher crude costs, threatening working capital and potential factory closures.

Fixing infrastructure maintenance in India could unlock a 1% GDP productivity gain. Currently, 88% of industrial businesses face monthly unplanned downtime costing nearly Rs 70 lakh per hour.

The Government of Maharashtra has issued a tender for flooring repairs at the Shantinagar HBT Clinic in Mumbai's F/north Ward, with an estimated project value of ₹0.0147 crore and bids open until October 14, 2026.

The Government of Maharashtra has issued a tender for constructing a one-room Zilla Parishad primary school building in Bakupimpalgaon, Ahilyanagar, with an estimated value of ₹0.0966 crore and a 180-day completion period.

The Government of Maharashtra has issued a tender for repairing the UCR wall at Nappo Garden, Matunga East. The estimated project cost is ₹0.0362 crore with a 60-day completion period.