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The article reports that the Indian political party Congress Party has formed communication strategy committee comprised of politicians incluiding Ghulam Nabi Azad, P. Chidambaram and Anand Sharma before election of its vice president Rahul Gandhi to the position of president of the party. It mentions that politician Sonia Gandhi wants to make working relationship between Rahul and older party leaders.

The article reflects on a letter by Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Anand Sharma to Narendra Modi, the leader of the Indian Bharatiya Janata Party. It stresses that Sharma wants the ban in 1949 that was imposed upon the volunteer organization Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) to be lifted. In his letter, Sharma asked Modi and RSS to celebrate the anniversary of social leader Sardar Patel.

An interview with architect Anand Sharma of Design Forum Inc. in New Delhi, India is presented. When asked on what motivated him to become an architect, he states that architecture lies at the perfect crossroads of art and science. Sharma shares his insight on sustainable design. He also cites his lasting responsibility as an architect.

The article reports that Indian officials would not be able to support the implementation of Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA) by the World Trade Organization (WTO) unless their concerns on food security are addressed. Topics discussed include the WTO General Council meeting, former India's Commerce Minister Anand Sharma, and statements from Australian Trade Minister Andrew Robb.

The article discusses the findings of an all-party parliamentary panel led by Anand Sharma, deputy leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha, which was asked to examine alternatives to the current first past the post (FPTP) electoral system. The panel has sent a questionnaire to all the Indian political parties and the Election Commission (EC), seeking their views on the electoral system in the country.

This section offers Indian fashion news briefs. The Commerce Industry and Textiles Minister Anand Sharma proposes further cooperation between India and Mauritius in the hydrocarbon sector, particularly in onshore and offshore drilling and exploration. Online fashion shopping portal Zovi.com is a principal sponsor for the Zovi Gen Next programme for Lakmé Fashion Week (LFW) Summer Resort 2013. Shirt-maker T.M. Lewin signs with Brand Marketing India to launch 50 outlet stores in 5 years.

DURHAM -- When the gears of the car get jammed on a busy intersection at Carver Street in Durham, Anand Sharma tugs at the shift a couple of times. It [...]

The article explains the role of a consultant in implementing lean manufacturing principles. It states that lean principles include waste reduction, customer-centered practices and flow optimization. It explores the views of several consultants including Jean Cunningham, Steven Abbott and Anand Sharma on the benefits of employing the services of a lean consultant. Characteristics of a good lean consultant are also noted.

The article offers information on the business leaders conference of the 5th South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) held in New Delhi, India, on January 16, 2014. Anand Sharma, Minister for Commerce and Industry of India, said that India supports a liberalised regional visa regime and has increased business visa exemption stickers. He stressed in the need to establish linkages among financial institutions of the SAARC nations and build trust, cooperation and friendship.

The article focuses on the role of the Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) and Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) in the growth and development of the country. Topics include the statement of Kamal Nath, Minister of Urban Development & Parliamentary Affairs, regarding the construction of metro rail lines to overcome urban infrastructure challenge in Indian cities, Anand Sharma, Minister of Commerce and Industry, urge people to empower youth for job opportunities, and impact of the manufacturing sector.

The article focuses on the Amritsar-Delhi-Kolkata Industrial Corridor project in India. It states that India's Minister for Commerce and Industry Anand Sharma has announced that the project will be presented to the Union Cabinet soon for approval. It adds that Sharma announced the news while inaugurating the 86th Annual General Meeting of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) in New Delhi, India on December 21, 2013.

The article offers information on the 9th WTO Ministerial Conference in Bali, Indonesia in 2013 and mentions that the lunch was hosted by Commerce Minister Anand Sharma.

The article offers information that Anand Sharma, Indian Commerce and Industry Minister, has said about the acceptance of talks between India and the U.S. to enhance their economic partnership. It states that Sharma accepted the talk after meeting with the U.S. Trade Representative Michael Froman on July 12, 2013. It states that the India-U.S. Trade Policy Forum, a forum on trade and investment issues between the U.S. and India will meet in New Delhi, India in 2013.

The article discusses the economic and business conference of the Indian Ocean Rim Association for Regional Cooperation (IOR-ARC) organized by the Government of India and Mauritius that was held in Mauritius from July 4-5, 2013. Topics include the development of trade and investment, export marketing, and investment protection. The conference features industry leaders including Anand Sharma, India's minister of Commerce & Industry, and Arvin Boolell, Mauritian minister of Foreign Affairs.

The article discusses a meeting on the enhancement of economic cooperation between India and Great Britain organized by Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) from June 23-26, 2013. Focus is given on the improvement of business linkages between two countries such as on bilateral trade, investment, and exports marketing. The forum features several industry leaders including Anand Sharma, India's minister of Commerce & Industry, and Naina Lal Kidwai, president of FICCI.

Information about the topics discussed during the second Horasis Global India Business Meeting which was held at the Hotel Westin Palace in Madrid, Spain on June 21-22, 2010 is presented. Topics include how India surpassed the global financial crisis in 2009, global partnership of the country and Spain, and the globalization of several companies in the country. The meeting was attended by Minister of Industry Miguel Sebastian and Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Anand Sharma.

The article reports on the concerns expressed by Indian Congress leader Anand Sharma regarding the claims of Prime Minister Narendra Modi about the country's economic achievements. He alleged that Modi confused the public by declaring wrong facts and figures regarding the country's economic growth. The Congress head also criticised Modi's association of the country's economic success on his own efforts and urged an investigation to examine his claims.

The article reports that Anand Sharma, former Union Commerce Minister of India, was replaced by former finance minister P. Chidambaram to address a press conference criticizing the Union Budget on February 28, 2015 as Congress President Sonia Gandhi thought that Chidambaram would do a better job.

The article talks about the various legislative bills passed in the Lok Sabha during winter session of 2014. It informs about the introduction of the Constitutional Amendment Bill, the Lokpal and Lokayuktas and Other Related Law (Amendment) Bill, 2014 and approval of the Insurance Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2008, and the Coal Mines (Special Provisions) Bill, 2014. It also informs about the blame made by India's Congress Rajya Sabha member Anand Sharma on leadership of the Bharatiya Janata Party.

The article offers statements from India's Commerce & Industry Minister Anand Sharma on the commitment of the country on making available to developing countries newer generation life-saving drugs, stressing that India's pharmaceutical technology was appropriate for Africa.

The article reports that India's Commerce and Industry Minister Anand Sharma has talked with a group of top Japanese industrialists inviting electronic companies to invest in India.

The article reports on the urge of Indian Commerce Minister Anand Sharma for all Japanese semiconductor manufacturers to avail the subsidies being offered by India in the proposed silicon wafer fabrication facilities in 2014.

Information about the Business Round Table meeting of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and Federation of German Industries (BDI) on May 10, 2014 in Germany is presented. Topics include business relations between India and Germany, manufacturing, and opportunities for cooperation. Attendees include CII Committee on Germany Chairman Surinder Kapur, German Federal Minister of Economics and Technology Philipp Roesler, and Indian Minister for Commerce, Industry and Textiles Anand Sharma.

The article reports on the claim of Indian Commerce and Industry Minister Anand Sharma that the country and the U.S. are in talking to create an institutional mechanism to address issues related to trade and investments in healthcare and pharmaceuticals sector.

The article reports on the approval given by Union commerce minister Anand Sharma for the National Investment and Manufacturing Zones (NIMZ) in Bidar and Gulbarga in Karnataka, India.

The article focuses on the extension on capital investment subsidy on plant and machinery for Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand in India as announced by Union Commerce Minister Anand Sharma.

An interview is presented with Anand Sharma, India's Union minister for commerce and industry, about the country's manufacturing industry. He claims that a depressed global economic scenario has made their task of boosting manufacturing difficult but that their efforts will soon be paid. He stresses that the High Level Committee on Manufacturing made key decision such as a competitiveness strategy for the textiles sector. He also notes progress in the rationalization of business regulations.

The article reports on the move of Anand Sharma, Indian Minister of Commerce and Industry, to restore the interest of investors in the Special Economic Zones (SEZs) scheme by reforming its policies and regulations.

The article offers information that Anand Sharma, Indian Commerce and Industry Minister has congratulated Penny Pritzker on her appointment as the Commerce Secretary of the U.S. in a meeting on July 12, 2013 on the Indian National Manufacturing Policy, Indian patent regime and India-U.S. trade.

The article reports on the attempts made by Indian Commerce and Industry Minister Anand Sharma to increase foreign direct investment (FDI) in defense.

The article presents the enigmatic character of India's Commerce Minister Anand Sharma with his conversation with a businessman.

The article reports on the invitation of Indian Commerce and Industry Minister Anand Sharma to Japanese companies to invest in the country's electronic hardware sector.

The article reports on the pledge of Commerce and Industry Minister Anand Sharma to foreign retailers that it will conduct a review on stringent investment rules imposed on foreign investment in the multi-brand retail sector.

The article focuses on commerce minister Anand Sharma, who has written to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to suggest a budget increase in the defence sector from 24 to 74 per cent. Sharma also wishes that the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and the Department of Defence Production (DDP) be under the Commerce Ministry. Sharma's suggestions has been raised after his meeting with chairman Richard Olver of BAE Systems Inc. and president Frans A. van Houten of Royal Philips Electronics NV.

The article reports on the issues addressed by Indian Minister for Commerce, Industry and Textiles Anand Sharma about pharmaceutical biotechnology in Geneva, Switzerland on April 8, 2013.

The article focuses on the statement of Commerce and Industry Minister Anand Sharma presented on March 15, 2013 regarding the clearance of 63 proposals for foreign direct investment (FDI) in single brand retail which was allowed since last year in India.

Several letters to the editor are presented related to achievements of Indian Commerce & Industry and Textiles Minister Anand Sharma as a minister, criticism of Indian political party Congress' economic policies, and Indian cricket team winning Under 19 Cricket World Cup held in Australia in 2012.

The article reports on the pledge by Indian Minister of Commerce, Industry and Textiles Anand Sharma in August 2012 to give positive response to the request by Sri Lanka for the easing of tariff-rate quota (TRQ) condition for fabric sourcing of ready made garments (RMG) to India, among others.

The article reports on Indian Commerce and Industry minister Anand Sharma's hosting of a celebratory lunch for commerce ministry officials on September 15, 2012, a day after Prime Minister Manmohan Singh approved reforms to the government's foreign direct investment (FDI) policies.

The article reports on the decision of governing India National Congress Party to lift foreign retailer ban permanently in India. Minister of commerce and industry Anand Sharma states that the government has allowed multibrand retailers to open stores in the country despite protests by small domestic retailers and opposition parties. It states that foreign retailer are expected to stimulate the country's economy and improve the transporting of farm produce to market.

The article discusses the highlights of the Hastkala Conclave organized by the Indian Ministry of Textiles held in New Delhi. The event aiming to promote Indian handloom and handicrafts was attended by more than 400 corporate leaders. The guest speaker was Union Minister of Commerce, Industry and Textile Anand Sharma.