A GTRI report warns India's steel capacity expansion is under pressure as import curbs on low-ash metallurgical coke raise input costs, hurting competitiveness. Experts call for policy recalibration.
Himachal Education Minister Rohit Thakur condemns the Centre's decision to slash import duty on NZ apples from 50% to 25%, warning it threatens the state's Rs 5,000-crore apple economy.
India unveils major reforms to simplify import inspections, a key move to boost trade and secure a long-awaited free trade agreement with the United States. Learn the details.
China has initiated a formal dispute at the World Trade Organization against India's import restrictions in the solar and IT sectors. This move escalates trade tensions between the two Asian giants. Read the full analysis.
China initiates a WTO trade dispute against India, challenging import duties on solar cells and IT goods. This move escalates bilateral trade tensions and could impact India's green energy goals. Read more for details and analysis.
The Indian rupee finds support from a softer US dollar but faces resistance as importers seize the rally to hedge. Key levels and central bank intervention shape the near-term outlook. Get the latest market insights.
Chicago wheat prices fell for the first time in four sessions, while soybeans ticked higher. Concerns over Black Sea grain trade disruptions due to escalated Russia-Ukraine conflict limited losses. Get the latest market analysis.
CII President Rajiv Memani proposes a targeted strategy focusing on India's 50 most imported goods to boost manufacturing, create jobs, and calls for enhanced disinvestment to fund infrastructure. Read the full plan.
A weaker rupee brings some relief to Jaipur's studded jewellery exporters facing steep 50% US import duties. However, high costs and currency volatility continue to challenge competitiveness against hubs like Bangkok. Read the full analysis.
GTRI think tank urges India and New Zealand to double bilateral trade to $2.6B in five years via a new FTA, focusing on tariffs, agriculture, and services. Key sectors include textiles, pharma, and education.
A new study reveals 85% of India's exports to the US faced a sharp decline followed by partial recovery after tariff hikes. Key sectors like chemicals and textiles impacted. Explore the data and India's export resilience.
India's cotton imports from the US skyrocketed after the 11% duty was removed, causing domestic prices to fall. CCI's low procurement adds to farmer distress. Full analysis inside.
Delhi High Court directs customs authorities to respond to IndiGo's petition seeking a refund of over Rs 900 crore in import duty. The case involves aircraft engines and parts. Read the latest developments.
Himachal Pradesh govt introduces Minimum Import Price on potassium clavulanate & intermediates till Nov 2026 to shield Indian API makers from cheap Chinese imports. Read details.
US inflation cooled more than expected in November to 2.7%, but economists warn the recent federal shutdown distorted data. Most Americans still feel the pinch of high prices. Read the full analysis.
Argentina's Ambassador highlights the $5 billion trade partnership with India, its 6th largest partner. Talks focus on expanding the MERCOSUR pact and reducing duties to boost ties in energy, mining beyond soybean oil and lithium. Explore the future of th
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman warns trade is being weaponized through tariffs. India must negotiate carefully in a changing global environment amid US and Mexico tariff actions.
Your next smartphone and TV could cost 6-9% more by 2026. A new 10% import duty on key components is set to increase manufacturing costs, impacting major brands. Find out how this will affect your wallet.
India's merchandise exports hit a six-month high in November 2025, rising 19.37%. Imports fell, shrinking the trade deficit to a five-month low. Read the full analysis.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent sold his soybean farm to comply with ethics rules. The move comes amid renewed US-China soybean trade and after he missed several divestment deadlines.
The Indian rupee's sharp fall against the US dollar is driving up import costs and inflation. Experts analyze the impact on fuel, edible oils, and the broader economy. Read more.
New research reveals popular cooking oils in India may contribute to obesity. Learn which oils are under scrutiny and discover healthier alternatives for your kitchen.
Union Minister Piyush Goyal reveals India imported 42,230 tonnes of arecanut last fiscal. While export value rose 35.69% in a decade, volume remains stagnant. Get the full analysis.
Kuwait imposes a nationwide ban on commercial dog and cat imports to address its stray animal problem. Citizens allowed one personal pet import per year. Read details.
On December 2, 1985, PM Rajiv Gandhi set strict tech import rules for industry, Karnataka CM called for tougher libel laws, and Punjab saw violence. Explore this pivotal day in India's history.
Indian buyers secure massive South American soybean oil volumes for 2026, anticipating palm oil shortages from Indonesia's biodiesel push and weaker sunflower harvests. Get the full analysis.
Dakshina Kannada MP Captain Brijesh Chowta calls for a ban on duty-free arecanut imports, citing data showing Bhutan and Myanmar dominate shipments. Read his full demand and the potential impact on local farmers.
Groundbreaking UC Riverside research reveals how America's favorite cooking oil contributes to weight gain and metabolic disorders. Learn the science behind soybean oil's impact on your health.
India and UAE review CEPA implementation to resolve trade frictions in gold, food & pharmaceuticals. Bilateral trade hits $100.06 billion in FY25. Read more.
Indian rupee touches all-time low of 89.48 against USD, nearing 90 psychological mark. Learn why the decline continues and how it affects import costs.