Jan 06, 2025 News Image FDI in India growing rapidly: Piyush Goyal.
FDI inflows into the country are surging, with investors from the Middle East, Japan, European Union, and the US recognising India's status as a top investment destination, driving rapid economic growth and generating millions of new jobs, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has said. 
 

 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
Jan 06, 2025 News Image India, Iran discuss development of Chabahar Port, trade relations.
India and Iran on Friday carried out a comprehensive review of their ties including the joint development of the Chabahar port, ways to boost trade and economic engagement and possible cooperation in agriculture and some other sectors. At the 19th India-Iran Foreign Office Consultations held in Delhi, the Iranian side is learnt to have requested New Delhi to explore ways to resume procurement of Iranian crude oil.
 

 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
Jan 06, 2025 News Image India and Maldives deepen ties with new framework for local currency trade.
India and the Maldives have finalised a framework to promote the use of local currencies for cross-border trade, marking a significant development in bilateral economic cooperation. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, during his meeting with Maldivian Foreign Minister Abdulla Khaleel in New Delhi, reiterated India's unwavering commitment to the island nation, describing it as a vital part of India’s 'Neighbourhood First' policy.
 

 Source:  mid-day.com
Jan 06, 2025 News Image India s coffee exports zoom 45% to record $1.68 billion in 2024 on high global prices, demand.
Indian coffee exports in the 2024 calendar year saw a 45 per cent jump in dollar value terms at over $1.684 billion, a record high on increased demand from buyers in Europe such as Italy and Germany. In 2023, coffee exports were $1.160 billion.
 

 Source:  thehindubusinessline.com
Jan 06, 2025 News Image Gujarat s Mission Bee programme boosts honey production among Amul dairy farmers.
Under the 'Mission Bee' programme in Gujarat, 284 milk producers associated with Amul Dairy have produced about 16000 kilograms of honey, stated an official release from the state government, Saturday.
 

 Source:  thehindubusinessline.com
Jan 06, 2025 News Image Govt permits export of 2 lakh tonne wheat to Nepal.
The government has permitted exports of two lakh tonne of wheat to Nepal, according to a notification issued on Saturday. The export is permitted through National Cooperative Exports Limited (NCEL), the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) said in the notification.
 

 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
Jan 06, 2025 News Image Commerce ministry, Indian mission officials of 20 nations to discuss ways to boost exports in Jan 6-8 meet.
Senior officials from the commerce ministry, and commercial wings of Indian Missions of 20 countries will hold a three-day meet, beginning here on Monday, to discuss ways to promote exports of goods and services, an official said. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will also interact with these commercial representatives on January 6.
 

 Source:  timesofindia.indiatimes.com
Jan 06, 2025 News Image India's exports to cross USD 800 bn this fiscal: Piyush Goyal.
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday said despite global economic uncertainties, India's exports of goods and services are expected to cross USD 800 billion this fiscal, which will be a record. Last fiscal year, the exports stood at USD 778 billion.
 

 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
Jan 04, 2025 News Image India-EFTA trade pact likely to be implemented before end of 2025: Piyush Goyal.

The implementation process of free trade agreement (FTA) between India and the four-nation European bloc EFTA is progressing fast and is expected to come into force before the end of this year, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said. The two sides signed the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) on March 10, 2024. 


 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
Jan 03, 2025 News Image India targets Russia for banana exports, aims for $1 billion milestone through sea routes.

India is focusing on enhancing its banana exports to Russia, following successful trial shipments to countries like the Netherlands via sea route, as stated by an official. The nation aims to achieve a $1 billion target in banana exports in the foreseeable future. Currently, the export of fruits including bananas predominantly occurs through air due to lower volumes and varied ripening periods. To boost volumes, India is formulating sea protocols for fresh produce such as bananas, mangoes, pomegranates, and jackfruit, aiming to facilitate their exportation through maritime channels.


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