India rice output set for biggest drop in nearly 20 years as weak rains hit yieldsIndia's rice production faces a significant decline this year. Below-normal rainfall during maturation threatens to reduce crop yields subs...
17 Sep, 2026, 01.52 PM IST
India’s billion-dollar trade juggernaut has an unwanted case of missing balanceIndia’s early FTAs promised a two-way trade highway, but 15 years later the traffic looks decidedly one-sided. Deficits with ASEAN, Japan a...
17 Sep, 2026, 12.30 PM IST
Indian exporters see strong festive season orders for textiles and food products to US and EuropeIndian exporters anticipate a stronger festive season with significant order increases. Textile orders from the US for holidays have jumped...
17 Sep, 2026, 12.55 AM IST
Centre eases export compliance for shipments up to Rs 3 lakh, seeks 5-year RoDTEP extensionExporters will not need a registration certificate for shipments valued up to three lakh rupees. This change reduces compliance burdens for...
17 Sep, 2026, 12.27 AM IST
India’s strategic autonomy faces a trade test as WTO warns non-aligned economies could pay a price for fragmentationIndia's foreign economic policy aims for broad trade ties. The WTO warns of rising costs in a fragmented global trade system. India's numer...
16 Sep, 2026, 06.47 PM IST
Small exporters get compliance relief as govt removes RCMC requirement for shipments up to Rs 3 lakhThe government has removed the requirement of Registration-cum-Membership Certificate (RCMC) or Certificate of Registration for export cons...
16 Sep, 2026, 05.51 PM IST
New Zealand parliament passes 'once-in-a-generation' India trade deal, cutting tariffs on most exportsNew Zealand's parliament has passed legislation implementing its free trade agreement with India, clearing the way for tariff elimination o...
16 Sep, 2026, 10.57 AM IST
EEPC India calls for eliminating non-tariff barriers and smooth payment mechanism among BRICS nationsEEPC India calls on BRICS countries to dismantle non-tariff barriers and streamline payment systems. Such actions could greatly enhance Ind...
16 Sep, 2026, 10.45 AM IST
Leather, footwear exports may hit $5.5 billion as UK, EU trade pacts boost growth: CLE Chairman JunejaIndia's leather exports are projected to reach USD 5.5 billion by 2026-27. Trade pacts with the UK and EU will significantly boost these fu...
16 Sep, 2026, 10.12 AM IST
Goods exports up 26% in August, trade deficit eases: Engineering, petroleum products, chemicals and textiles lead shipments; US remains top marketIndia’s goods exports surged in August, driven by robust global demand, while the trade deficit narrowed to a five-month low as imports dec...
16 Sep, 2026, 12.01 AM IST
India's trade deficit narrows to $26.86 bn in August as gold imports plungeIndia’s merchandise trade deficit narrowed marginally to $26.86 billion in August from $27.2 billion a year earlier, as exports rose 26.1% ...
15 Sep, 2026, 04.17 PM IST
Solar's $1.3 bn bet is a turn for India's defence-industrial complexThe piece argues that Solar Industries’ ₹12,951-crore acquisition of South Africa’s Omnia Holdings could mark a new phase for India’s defen...
15 Sep, 2026, 02.13 PM IST
For Bengali palates, it's about fish fulfillmentKolkata-based importers are intensifying pressure on Bangladesh to relax its hilsa export ban, especially ahead of Durga Puja. Despite perm...
15 Sep, 2026, 12.46 AM IST
Maruti Suzuki Jimny, FRONX, e-VITARA exports to Japan cross 1 lakh milestoneMaruti Suzuki’s exports of Made-in-India Jimny 5-door, FRONX and e VITARA to Japan have crossed 1 lakh units, highlighting growing demand f...
14 Sep, 2026, 11.17 AM IST
In reverse flow, India exports 500 tonnes of hilsa to Bangladesh in two months: Fish tradersKolkata has exported approximately 500 tonnes of hilsa fish to Bangladesh recently. Another 150 to 200 tonnes are expected to be shipped in...
14 Sep, 2026, 12.33 AM IST
Gem, jewellery exports rise 3.14% to $2.30 bn in August despite weak demandIndia's gem and jewellery exports grew in August, with studded gold jewellery exports surging significantly. Cut and polished diamond expor...
12 Sep, 2026, 07.51 PM IST
Pickles, honey & curry pastes gain weight in India's export basketIndian kitchen staples are increasingly exported due to global demand for authentic flavors. Exports of pickles, honey, and pastes grew sig...
10 Sep, 2026, 12.01 AM IST