{"id":2674,"date":"2025-08-30T15:38:54","date_gmt":"2025-08-30T10:08:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mediumturquoise-hedgehog-745891.hostingersite.com\/blogs\/?p=2674"},"modified":"2026-03-10T09:08:47","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T03:38:47","slug":"us-tariffs-on-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/us-tariffs-on-india\/","title":{"rendered":"US Tariffs on India: A Startup&#8217;s Assessment of Risks and Opportunities"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Until now, the US Tariffs on India have impacted multiple sectors of trade. Startups and business leaders in India face a paradoxical situation where traditional sectors burdened by exports stagnate and lose competitiveness in the US market. However, a greater innovation urge, along with the need to identify new niche global and domestic markets, presents Indian entrepreneurs with unprecedented opportunities.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the subsequent lines, I shall detail which sectors have borne the worst brunt, where entrepreneurs should shift their focus to, and the sectors that promise the next wave of industrial opportunities.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/us-tariffs-on-india\/#The_Affected_Sectors_of_Indian_Exports\" >The Affected Sectors of Indian Exports<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/us-tariffs-on-india\/#Related_The_323_Million_Opportunity_How_Indian_Exporters_Can_Dominate_the_Essential_Oils_Market\" >Related: The $323 Million Opportunity: How Indian Exporters Can Dominate the Essential Oils Market<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/us-tariffs-on-india\/#Industries_Most_Affected_by_US_Tariffs\" >Industries Most Affected by U.S. Tariffs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/us-tariffs-on-india\/#Textiles_and_Apparel\" >Textiles and Apparel<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/us-tariffs-on-india\/#Leather_and_Footwear\" >Leather and Footwear<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/us-tariffs-on-india\/#Steel_and_Metal_Products\" >Steel and Metal Products<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/us-tariffs-on-india\/#Chemicals_and_Dyes\" >Chemicals and Dyes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/us-tariffs-on-india\/#Engineering_Goods\" >Engineering Goods<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/us-tariffs-on-india\/#Statistical_Overview_of_the_Impact\" >Statistical Overview of the Impact<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/us-tariffs-on-india\/#View_our_Books_for_more_information\" >View our Books for more information<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/us-tariffs-on-india\/#Exempt_and_Resilient_Sectors\" >Exempt and Resilient Sectors<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/us-tariffs-on-india\/#Related_Import_US_Tariffs_Strategies_for_Indian_Exporters\" >Related: Import US Tariffs &amp; Strategies for Indian Exporters<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/us-tariffs-on-india\/#Opportunities_For_Entrepreneurs\" >Opportunities For Entrepreneurs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/us-tariffs-on-india\/#How_NPCS_Guides_Entrepreneurs_Through_Tariff_Issues\" >How NPCS Guides Entrepreneurs Through Tariff Issues<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/us-tariffs-on-india\/#New_Opportunities_Across_Sectors\" >New Opportunities Across Sectors<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/us-tariffs-on-india\/#For_more_information_check_out_our_related_videos\" >For more information, check out our related videos<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/us-tariffs-on-india\/#Inspiration_from_Indian_Business_Tycoons\" >Inspiration from Indian Business Tycoons<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/us-tariffs-on-india\/#Discover_the_Right_Business_for_You_With_Our_Startup_Selector_Tool\" >Discover the Right Business for You With Our Startup Selector Tool<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/us-tariffs-on-india\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Affected_Sectors_of_Indian_Exports\"><\/span><strong>The Affected Sectors of Indian Exports<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the leather and textile sectors, Indian entrepreneurs have always been considered competitive suppliers. Other segments of Indian exports that have been impacted include manufacturing exports of chemicals, metals, and some engineering commodities, which India has always excelled in. Subsequently, Indian exporters face a greater burden of tariffs, which gives a competitive edge to suppliers from Vietnam, Bangladesh, and Mexico.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" class=\"wp-image-2675\" style=\"width: 520px; height: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/mediumturquoise-hedgehog-745891.hostingersite.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-30-2025-03_23_14-PM-683x1024.png\" alt=\"US Tariffs on India\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-30-2025-03_23_14-PM-683x1024.png 683w, https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-30-2025-03_23_14-PM-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-30-2025-03_23_14-PM-768x1152.png 768w, https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-30-2025-03_23_14-PM-150x225.png 150w, https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-30-2025-03_23_14-PM-750x1125.png 750w, https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-30-2025-03_23_14-PM.png 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Related_The_323_Million_Opportunity_How_Indian_Exporters_Can_Dominate_the_Essential_Oils_Market\"><\/span>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/mediumturquoise-hedgehog-745891.hostingersite.com\/blogs\/essential-oils-market\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">The $323 Million Opportunity: How Indian Exporters Can Dominate the Essential Oils Market<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Industries_Most_Affected_by_US_Tariffs\"><\/span><strong>Industries Most Affected by U.S. Tariffs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Textiles_and_Apparel\"><\/span><strong>Textiles and Apparel<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The textile and apparel industry in India, which forms a considerable part of the country\u2019s exports to the U.S., is grappling with shrinking margins and a dip in competitiveness. This industry is losing its competitive advantage with a market size of over $40 billion.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Leather_and_Footwear\"><\/span><strong>Leather and Footwear<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The exports of leather and footwear products from India, which stand at $5 billion a year, are facing the brunt of the impact. With the rise in tariffs, Indian products become expensive, and U.S. consumers shift to other sourcing alternatives.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steel_and_Metal_Products\"><\/span><strong>Steel and Metal Products<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Indian manufacturers of specialty steel and rolled metal products face tariffs that impact domestic producers of the U.S. infrastructure and automotive industry.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chemicals_and_Dyes\"><\/span><strong>Chemicals and Dyes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Small and medium-sized <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/profile-projects-reports\/profiles\/chemicals-organic-inorganic-industrial-projects\/z,,2e,0,a\/index.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">manufacturers of organic and specialty chemicals<\/a> in Gujarat and Maharashtra are particularly impacted due to the higher tariffs placed on certain specialty chemicals and organic compounds.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Engineering_Goods\"><\/span><strong>Engineering Goods<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With regards to engineering goods that encompass automotive parts and other machinery, there is an impediment in the U.S. market, which reduces demand from MSMEs and supporting industries.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Statistical_Overview_of_the_Impact\"><\/span><strong>Statistical Overview of the Impact<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2022 Exports of textiles and apparel account for almost 28% of India\u2019s export merchandise to the U.S.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2022 Exports of leather and footwear are pegged at $5 billion, with over 20% of that coming from the U.S. market.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2022 The value of engineering goods exported by India was close to $10 billion during the last fiscal year to the U.S.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2022 Exports of chemicals are estimated at $22 billion, a significant proportion of which encounter non-tariff barriers.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2022 Exports of steel to the U.S constitute 15% of India\u2019s steel exports, which impacts the domestic steel manufacturers.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"View_our_Books_for_more_information\"><\/span>View our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/books\/category\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Books<\/a> for more information<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<\/blockquote>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exempt_and_Resilient_Sectors\"><\/span><strong>Exempt and Resilient Sectors<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Essential raw materials, as well as pharmaceuticals and IT services, are shielded from tariffs and provide some relief to the export economy. India\u2019s pharmaceutical exports to the U.S are projected at 25 billion and IT services exports at over 50 billion a year. Many of these sectors are and will remain unscathed and continue to expand, showing resilience against disruptions due to tariffs.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Related_Import_US_Tariffs_Strategies_for_Indian_Exporters\"><\/span>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/import-us-tariffs-strategies-for-indian-exporters\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Import US Tariffs &amp; Strategies for Indian Exporters<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Opportunities_For_Entrepreneurs\"><\/span><strong>Opportunities For Entrepreneurs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even if some areas of work are restricted, there are still positive aspects emerging that are inviting to Indian entrepreneurs and startups, including:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2022 Suited to replace imports of goods that will no longer be competitively priced from the U.S.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2022 Shift focus to export markets in Europe, Africa and the ASEAN region.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2022 Allocating capital to emerging sectors such as technical textiles, vegan leather, and agrochemicals which are environmentally friendly.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2022 Utilize trade in services and global markets to sell goods free from traditional trade barriers.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_NPCS_Guides_Entrepreneurs_Through_Tariff_Issues\"><\/span><strong>How NPCS Guides Entrepreneurs Through Tariff Issues<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We at NPCS offer consulting services regarding the preparation of Market Survey cum Detailed Techno-Economic Feasibility Reports (DPR) for new industries or businesses, NPCS offers specialized consulting for the preparation of Market Survey cum Detailed Techno-Economic Feasibility Reports (DPR) for new industries or businesses. Our reports contain:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2022 Detailed manufacturing process<br \/>\u2022 Market research and demand analysis<br \/>\u2022 Process flow diagrams<br \/>\u2022 Product mix and capacity planning<br \/>\u2022 Machinery and raw materials<br \/>\u2022 Detailed project financials<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We aid entrepreneurs with the evaluation of the industrial projects for feasibility, profitability, and scalability.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"New_Opportunities_Across_Sectors\"><\/span><strong>New Opportunities Across Sectors<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Specialty Chemicals: Due to the imposed tariffs on the exports of chemicals, there is an opportunity for startups to cater to the local industries as well as penetrate the Asian and African markets. There is potential for capturing the specialty chemicals market as it is growing at a rate of 9-10% CAGR.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Technical Textiles: While the traditional apparel market is experiencing a decline, the medical, construction, and automotive apparel technical textiles are witnessing a surge. Along with the country\u2019s demand, the government\u2019s financial support gives a great opportunity for new businesses.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li><strong>Green alternatives in leather:<\/strong> Entrepreneurs can take advantage of the growing demand for vegan and plant-based leathers by creating sustainably sourced leather alternatives.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><strong>Agribusiness and Food Processing: <\/strong>The agrochemicals sector still benefits from exempt tariffs. The food processing and export business has a sustained opportunity owing to global demand for organic and ready-to-eat food products.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><strong>Digital and E-commerce Trade:<\/strong> E-commerce has provided a starting point for many aspiring entrepreneurs. With Amazon Global and Alibaba, business owners now have the option of creating global brands.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_more_information_check_out_our_related_videos\"><\/span>For more information, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/youtube.com\/@niirproject?si=lqPhpxrhcJvErzYA\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">related videos<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Inspiration_from_Indian_Business_Tycoons\"><\/span><strong>Inspiration from Indian Business Tycoons<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Entrepreneurship in India has persistently faced and overcome disruption. The country&#8217;s top business tycoons have shown us how flexible, innovative, and resilient leadership can transform challenges into opportunities:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2022 <strong>Mukesh Ambani (Reliance Industries): <\/strong>Leading the charge in the diversification into telecom and digital services.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2022<strong> Ratan Tata (Tata Group):<\/strong> Became a household global brand with a focus on innovation and acquisitions.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2022<strong> Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw (Biocon):<\/strong> Established India as a global biotechnology hub through affordable and high-quality services.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2022 <strong>Uday Kotak (Kotak Mahindra Bank):<\/strong> Provided insight on how strategic investment combined with risk management can enable resilient profitablity.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Discover_the_Right_Business_for_You_With_Our_Startup_Selector_Tool\"><\/span>Discover the Right Business for You With Our<a href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/business-finder\"> Startup Selector Tool<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<\/blockquote>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The U.S. Tariffs have both advantages and disadvantages when looked at from an Indian exporter&#8217;s perspective. Exporters from India in the fields of textiles, leather, chemicals, and other labor-intensive sectors lose their competitive edge. The good news is that this is a good moment for startups and other new business ventures. They can now seek new untapped areas of trade, innovate by introducing eco-friendly substitutes, and play to India&#8217;s strengths to transform this trade loss into success stories.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With the right direction from NPCS, the relevant market information, and the vision of India&#8217;s business leaders, Indian entrepreneurship can look forward to a brighter and tougher tomorrow.<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Until now, the US Tariffs on India have impacted multiple sectors of trade. Startups and business leaders in India face a paradoxical situation where traditional sectors burdened by exports stagnate and lose competitiveness in the US market. 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