India aiming to achieve Rs 3 lakh crore defence production, Rs 50K crore defence exports by 2029: Rajnath SinghIndia aims to build a self-reliant defence ecosystem to meet national security challenges effectively. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highl...
03 Nov, 2026, 02.54 PM IST
Trump set for midterm test: What's in store for India, Iran, Ukraine after November 4?US midterm election 2026: American voters' sentiments about rising prices could affect Trump's standing in trade discussions. Congressional...
03 Nov, 2026, 12.18 PM IST
Why is India's probe of Scotch imports from Britain rattling liquor majors?India's investigation into bulk Scotch whisky imports has triggered the first major trade dispute under the India-UK free trade agreement. ...
02 Nov, 2026, 02.02 PM IST
India-New Zealand FTA: Expanding India’s footprint in OceaniaMore than a trade deal, the India-New Zealand FTA is a strategic gateway to new markets, fresh investment and stronger capabilities, positi...
02 Nov, 2026, 12.28 PM IST
Government scraps export duty on petrol, raises levies on diesel and ATFThe Indian government has abolished the special additional excise duty on petrol exports as of now. Diesel export levies have been raised t...
31 Oct, 2026, 02.37 PM IST
India's FTAs to open new export opportunities as country eyes $1 trillion milestone: IIFT VCIndia's trade deficit is likely to persist as long as the country remains dependent on oil imports, although rising exports of value-added ...
31 Oct, 2026, 10.22 AM IST
Karnataka urges exporters to leverage FTAs to boost trade, target $1 trillion economyKarnataka's industries minister MB Patil has urged manufacturers and exporters to leverage free trade agreements effectively. The state has...
30 Oct, 2026, 03.03 PM IST
Out of Europe? India's steel MSMEs battle data gaps, rising cost and EU's carbon wallSmaller Indian steel exporters say they are struggling to obtain emissions data from raw-material suppliers and bear the cost of carbon acc...
30 Oct, 2026, 11.37 AM IST
India's pharma exports rise 4.9% to USD 16.14 bn in H1; shipments to Europe up nearly 10%: PharmexcilIndia's pharmaceutical exports increased nearly 5 percent, reaching USD 16.13 billion in the first half of the fiscal year. Growth was driv...
29 Oct, 2026, 09.03 PM IST
India-US trade facilitation portal records 3,500 registrations, says Piyush GoyalCommerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced that the Trade Facilitation Portal has received about 3,500 registrations. This porta...
29 Oct, 2026, 11.46 AM IST
US demand slowdown hits apparel, diamond exporters as factories shut and orders dry upThe apparel industry in Noida is experiencing significant upheaval, with a reduction of operational units from 2,400 to 1,800 in just six m...
29 Oct, 2026, 12.16 AM IST
Karnataka, DGFT to host state-level workshop to help exporters leverage FTAsOn October 30, a workshop will be organized by the DGFT, Karnataka government, and FIEO in Bengaluru. The event aims to enhance Karnataka's...
28 Oct, 2026, 09.58 PM IST
India, Mexico begin talks for trade pact; aim to boost commerce, investmentsIndia and Mexico have initiated negotiations for a preferential trade agreement to enhance bilateral trade and investment. The agreement ai...
28 Oct, 2026, 05.47 PM IST
India-US Trade Facilitation Portal records 3,500 registrations within months of launch: Piyush GoyalAround 3,500 registrations have been recorded on the India-US Trade Facilitation Portal since its launch. This platform aims to connect Ind...
27 Oct, 2026, 10.30 AM IST
Exporters get six more months of risk cover amid West Asia turmoilThe Centre has extended the RELIEF initiative to March 31, 2027, to assist exporters. This scheme provides risk coverage to exporters facin...
26 Oct, 2026, 05.33 PM IST
Rising global demand, lower price of Indian rice than competitors to boost exports: IREFIn the first six months of the fiscal year, India experienced a remarkable 13 percent boost in rice exports. The Indian Rice Exporters Fede...
26 Oct, 2026, 09.57 AM IST
Christmas cheer, but caution remains: Exporters welcome US tariff relief, keep diversification plansUS President Donald Trump’s decision to waive proposed tariffs of up to 100% on buyers of Russian oil has eased uncertainty for Indian expo...
18 Oct, 2026, 04.00 AM IST