India-New Zealand FTA comes into effect todayThe FTA will provide Indian exporters with 100% duty-free access to the New Zealand market, opening opportunities for MSMEs, women entrepre...
20 Oct, 2026, 12.02 AM IST
India-New Zealand FTA kicks in October 20, gives all Indian goods zero-duty accessIndia's free trade agreement with New Zealand will begin on October 20 and provide duty-free access for Indian goods. This agreement aims t...
19 Oct, 2026, 08.39 PM 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
Commerce Ministry organizes “Leveraging FTAs” outreach program in Jaipur to boost exportsThe Commerce Ministry organized an outreach event in Jaipur, targeting exporters to clarify the use of benefits provided by India's free tr...
17 Oct, 2026, 08.36 PM IST
US' Russia sanction waiver a relief for India's exporters, energy security: ExpertsThe waiver of sanctions under the Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act provides relief for India's energy security. Experts believe that continu...
17 Oct, 2026, 06.10 PM IST
India refines 1,200 tonnes of gold but consumes 800-850 tonnes: How GIFT City could help unlock major export opportunityIndia’s 1,200-tonne gold refining industry could unlock new export opportunities through GIFT City, following the introduction of responsib...
17 Oct, 2026, 06.36 AM IST
As gold hallmarking charges rise, fraudsters get busy tooGold hallmarking charges have risen significantly, causing concern among industry stakeholders regarding potential fraud. Awareness of the ...
01 Oct, 2026, 01.46 PM IST
IIBX plans to bring bullion to Bengal’s doorstep with Kolkata vault by DiwaliIIBX will open its own bullion vault in Kolkata by Diwali, enabling West Bengal jewellers to take local delivery instead of sourcing bullio...
30 Sep, 2026, 06.30 PM IST
India’s 8% global gems, jewellery share has room to growIndia's gems and jewellery sector currently accounts for 8% of global exports but can expand into new product categories. NITI Aayog's Prav...
30 Sep, 2026, 06.27 PM IST
Beyond the 7% headline: S&P maps the forces driving India’s next growth phaseIndia’s economy is set to grow 7% in FY27, according to S&P Global, which sees domestic demand, private investment, manufacturing, trade, e...
30 Sep, 2026, 06.15 PM IST
Gems, jewellery exporters rush to beat new US tariff deadlineMumbai and Surat’s gems and jewellery exporters are stepping up production and rushing shipments to the US ahead of a potential new tariff ...
29 Sep, 2026, 02.57 PM IST
Refiners feel heat physical crude trades higher than futures pricesIndia’s oil refiners are paying significantly more for physical crude than the futures prices making headlines, as constrained Gulf supplie...
29 Sep, 2026, 12.44 AM IST
IPO rush continues: 20 issues to raise over Rs 1,257 crore this weekIn an exciting week for investors, the market anticipates four major IPOs and 16 smaller SME IPOs, aiming to raise approximately ₹1,257 cro...
28 Sep, 2026, 06.25 AM IST
IPO Calendar: 20 new issues to open for subscription in busiest week of the yearIndia's primary market faces its busiest week of the year as 20 IPOs open to raise Rs 1,292 crore. The line-up features four mainboard issu...
27 Sep, 2026, 09.43 AM IST
India-New Zealand FTA to come into force on October 20: Union Minister Piyush GoyalThe India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement will come into force on October 20, 2026, providing duty-free access to all Indian exports to Ne...
21 Sep, 2026, 08.42 PM IST
Entire lab-grown diamond ecosystem must remain firmly in Indian hands: Amit Shah at Mumbai eventUnion Home Minister Amit Shah called upon the gems and jewellery industry to take charge of the lab-grown diamond landscape. Stressing the ...
13 Sep, 2026, 04.40 PM 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