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The global pesticide intermediates market is projected to reach $754 million by 2035, driven by herbicide demand and expanding Indian and Latin American supply chains following a recent downturn.

Adperma is investing ₹6,000 crore to build India's largest integrated phenol and acetone plant at Haldia, aiming to achieve 345 KTPA and 215 KTPA capacities respectively by Q4 2026 to curb imports.

The global wollastonite ceramic market is projected to grow at a 5-7% CAGR through 2035, driven by energy-saving manufacturing, ceramic tiles, and advanced applications, with China as the dominant supply hub.

The Agro Chem Federation of India has proposed a Rs. 5,000–7,500 crore support scheme to boost domestic agrochemical manufacturing, promote backward integration, and enhance supply chain resilience.

India's fragmented chemical governance causes severe industrial accidents, highlighting the urgent need for a unified National Chemicals Code and National Chemical Authority to ensure safety and security.

The global silicone antifoam emulsions market is projected to grow at a 3-5% CAGR from 2026 to 2035, driven by rising demand for water-based coatings and strict environmental regulations.

South Korea's S-Oil has made a final investment decision to adopt Axens' Liquid Phase Isomerization technology to enhance energy efficiency and expand paraxylene production at its aromatics complex.

The global ramming refractory mass market is projected to grow at a 4-6% CAGR through 2035, driven by capacity expansions in semiconductor, solar, and electronics manufacturing sectors.

Welspun Corp, Oil India, GAIL India, and Solar Industries announce major expansions, including a Rs 1,500 crore Jordan facility, a Rs 15,000 crore hydrocarbon drive, asset transfers, and a Rs 12,951 crore acquisition.

At a national conference, officials stated that implementing the National IPMS and AI-based tools can eradicate counterfeit pesticides. India loses Rs. 2 lakh crores annually due to pests.