India bans import of goods made with forced labourIndia has amended its foreign trade policy to ban goods produced using forced labour. This move comes amid a US investigation into forced l...
15 Jul, 2026, 12.53 AM IST
India's June vegetable oil imports fall 29% on shrinking palm oil discount: SEAIndia's vegetable oil imports dropped significantly in June, reaching the lowest point this oil year. This decline was primarily driven by ...
14 Jul, 2026, 03.01 PM IST
Rare earth minerals explained: Why are they the world's most strategic resources?Rare earth minerals explained: Rare earths are vital for modern technology and defense applications. China dominates global processing, cre...
14 Jul, 2026, 12.50 PM IST
Procedure for TRQs allocation under India-Oman trade pact notifiedIndia has notified procedures for tariff concessions under its free trade agreement with Oman. This agreement, which came into effect on Ju...
13 Jul, 2026, 09.10 PM IST
India's exports to US dip 1.21% in June, imports rise 33.86%India's exports to the US saw a slight dip in June, while imports increased significantly. Merchandise exports declined marginally during A...
13 Jul, 2026, 07.42 PM IST
Decoding the India-UK CETA: Check what's changing in terms of tariffs, import duty & moreThe India-UK trade agreement, effective July 15, offers Indian exports significant market share growth. This historic deal removes tariffs ...
13 Jul, 2026, 12.31 AM IST
Recycling body MRAI urges govt to remove 2.5% duty on aluminium scrapThe recycling industry is urging the government to abolish a duty on aluminium scrap. This removal will lower input costs for domestic manu...
12 Jul, 2026, 03.04 PM IST
Weak monsoon may lift soluble fertiliser demand; price remains bigger risk: SFAISoluble fertilizer prices have surged sixty to one hundred percent over the past year. This sharp increase poses a significant risk to farm...
12 Jul, 2026, 01.37 PM IST
India's Russian crude imports hit record in Jun even as Moscow's oil revenues slipIndia's Russian crude oil imports reached a record high in June. This surge made India the second-largest buyer of Russian hydrocarbons glo...
12 Jul, 2026, 10.26 AM IST
Want a Rolls-Royce or Land Rover? Premium cars to go cheaper by Rs 1-3 crore thanks to UK FTALuxury car prices in India are set to decrease significantly soon. This change follows the India-UK free trade pact taking effect July fift...
11 Jul, 2026, 11.23 AM IST
El Nino effect: Oilseed imports surge in AprilIndia significantly increased oilseed imports in April, driven by El Nino fears. Soybeans constituted ninety-five percent of these substant...
10 Jul, 2026, 11.59 PM IST
Road map unveiled for availing duty sops on vehicle imports under UK trade dealIndia has notified importers on seeking government approval for duty concessions. This agreement allows reduced import duties on automotive...
10 Jul, 2026, 11.49 PM IST
E20 petrol may cut mileage by 3-5% in some vehicles, but benefits outweigh impact: Oil MinistryThe government acknowledges E20 fuel's minor fuel economy reduction. This impact is outweighed by benefits like better engine performance a...
10 Jul, 2026, 01.50 PM IST
Hardeep Puri explains why India has among world's cheapest petrol, spells out country's fuel strategyIndia offers some of the world's cheapest petrol, according to the Petroleum Minister. Ethanol blending significantly contributes to these ...
10 Jul, 2026, 10.00 AM IST
SIAM urges govt to increase import duties to 40% on commercial tractors and prime moversThe Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers seeks higher import duties on tractors. They want a 40% duty to prevent dumping from China. ...
09 Jul, 2026, 04.58 PM IST
Raising the bar: India-UK FTA seen driving next wave of premiumisation in alco-bev industryUnder the India-UK trade deal, set to take effect on July 15, India will be reducing duty on UK whisky and gin from 150% to 75% and further...
09 Jul, 2026, 11.18 AM IST
Falling oil prices give RBI more room to focus on growth, but relief uneven across Asia: Standard CharteredFalling crude oil prices are providing a significant boost to India and other Asian nations, allowing central banks to prioritize economic ...
05 Jul, 2026, 04.39 PM IST