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COSIA Engages with CGST Authorities on Key GST Concerns Impacting MSMEs
The Chamber of Small Industry Associations (COSIA) recently engaged in a discussion with Shri K. R. Uday Bhaskar, Principal Chief Commissioner of CGST & Central

Appeal to MSMEs: Ensure Timely Loan Repayments for Sustainable Growth
At COSIA, we are committed to the growth and success of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). One of the key factors that contribute to

Important Update on MSME Classification and Credit Guarantee Coverage
The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) has introduced significant changes effective from 1st April, 2025, aimed at enhancing the scope of MSMEs

National Seminar for Export Promotion in MSMEs Successfully organized by MSME DFO Mumbai, COSIA and TSSIA
Chamber of Small Industry Associations (COSIA), in collaboration with MSME-DFO Mumbai and Thane Small Scale Industries Association (TSSIA), successfully organized the National Seminar for Export

Boosting MSME Competitiveness Through Lean Strategies
On 12th March 2025, COSIA, in collaboration with MSME DFO Mumbai and Thane Small Scale Industries Association (TSSIA), hosted an insightful workshop on the MSME

Session on the Importance of ISO in Occupational Safety & Environmental Sustainability
On the occasion of National Safety Week 2025, COSIA and TSSIA organized an insightful session on ‘The Importance of ISO in Occupational Safety & Environmental

A Successful Training on Workplace Safety on occasion of National Safety Week 2025
As part of the National Safety Week celebrations, COSIA (Chamber of Small Industry Associations), in collaboration with the Thane Small Scale Industries Association (TSSIA), Directorate

COSIA Secures Interim Relief from Bombay High Court on GST Levy for Assignment of Lease
COSIA has been at the forefront of advocating against the unjust imposition of GST on the assignment of leasehold rights in MIDC plots. The GST

COSIA Commends TSSIA’s Efforts in Closing LBT Departments and Advocates for Amnesty Scheme
The Chamber of Small Industry Associations (COSIA) proudly acknowledges the persistent and strategic efforts of our member association, Thane Small Scale Industries Association (TSSIA), which

COSIA Welcomes RBI’s Draft Circular on Prohibition of Foreclosure Charges and Pre-Payment Penalties for MSEs
The Chamber of Small Industry Associations (COSIA) is pleased to share an important update following the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) release of the draft

COSIA and LPIA Join Forces to Address Industry Challenges and Promote Skill Development
The COSIA team, including Mr. Ninad Jaywant (Hon. Gen. Secretary), CA Nandan Khambete (CMC Member), Mr. Girish Khambete (Member), Mr. Sameer Shirodkar (Secretary Legal), and

COSIA Participates in the Quarterly Empowered Committee on MSMEs Meeting at RBI, Mumbai
On 11th February, 2025, the Chamber of Small Industry Associations (COSIA) actively participated in the Quarterly Meeting of the Empowered Committee on MSMEs, held at