COSIA’s Timely Intervention Leads to Deferment of Steel QCO Implementation
We are pleased to inform our members and stakeholders that the Government of India has deferred by one month the implementation of the Quality Control Order (QCO) for certain steel products, which was earlier scheduled to come into effect for all imports with bill of lading dates from 16.06.2025 onwards. As per the latest clarification […]
TSSIA – Celebrating 50 Years of Industrial Unity and Excellence
The Thane Small Scale Industry Association (TSSIA), a founding member of COSIA, proudly celebrated its Golden Jubilee Year on Monday, 23rd June 2025, marking 50 years of unwavering service to the MSME sector. The event, held in the spirit of MSME progress, unity, and excellence, brought together a vibrant gathering of entrepreneurs, senior industry professionals, […]
Empowering Electricity Consumers: COSIA-TSSIA Awareness Session Held Successfully
COSIA, in collaboration with Thane Small Scale Industries Association (TSSIA), successfully organized a focused and insightful awareness session on Electricity Consumers’ Rights on Thursday, 5th June 2025 at TSSIA House, Wagle Estate, Thane. Themed “Know Your Rights: Electricity”, the two-hour session brought together industry members, entrepreneurs, and stakeholders to explore critical aspects of electricity services […]
COSIA Participates in Empowered Committee on MSMEs Meeting at RBI Mumbai – 9th May, 2025
The Empowered Committee on MSMEs for Maharashtra convened its quarterly meeting on 9th May, 2025, at the Reserve Bank of India’s Mumbai Regional Office. The meeting, chaired by the Regional Director, Maharashtra – RBI, brought together representatives from leading banks, SIDBI, CGTMSE, NABARD, government departments, and prominent industry bodies. Chamber of Small Industry Associations (COSIA) […]
COSIA Participates in Interaction with 16th Finance Commission
The Chamber of Small Industry Associations (COSIA) had the privilege of participating in an important interaction with the Hon’ble Members of the Sixteenth Finance Commission during their visit to Maharashtra on 8th May 2025 in Mumbai. COSIA was among a select group of industry associations invited to represent the interests and concerns of the Micro, […]
TSSIA, Celebrating 50 Years of Empowering MSMEs
In 2025, the Thane Small Scale Industries Association (TSSIA) proudly marks its Golden Jubilee, commemorating 50 years of unwavering commitment to the growth and development of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Maharashtra. Established in 1974 and formally registered in 1977, TSSIA has evolved into the largest registered MSME association in the Mumbai Metropolitan […]
How Trump’s 2025 Trade Executive Orders Ushered in a New Era of Economic Nationalism and Affected India
Since President Donald Trump returned to the White House in January 2025, trade policy has once again become a centerpiece of American economic strategy. His administration has rapidly implemented a series of executive orders aimed at reshaping U.S. trade relationships through a mix of tariffs, retaliatory measures, and strategic protections for domestic industries. These policy […]
Member Association Update: TSSIA Raises Concern Over Unlawful Wheeling Charges on Retail Consumers
Maharashtra Electricity Distribution Company Ltd. (MSEDCL) in Maharashtra has been illegally collecting wheeling charges from retail consumers, a practice that violates the provisions of the Electricity Act, 2003. The issue has sparked concerns among industry representatives, with the Thane Small Scale Industries Association (TSSIA) taking a firm stand against the unlawful charges. As per the […]
COSIA Urges Maharashtra Government to Reconsider Minimum Wage Hike for Rubber Industry
The Chamber of Small Industry Associations (COSIA) has formally submitted a representation to the Maharashtra government, requesting a reconsideration of the recent extraordinary hike in minimum wages for the rubber industry. The appeal follows a request from the All India Rubber Industries Association, which raised concerns about the severe impact on MSMEs in the sector. […]
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 Excise, Mumbai Zone, to address critical GST-related concerns affecting MSMEs and industries. The meeting, held on 21st March 2025, was led by COSIA President Mr. Sandeep Parikh, along with representatives […]