Indian exporters

August 28, 2025 4:48 PM

FM Sitharaman assures exporters of govt support amid US tariff hike

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday reassured exporters that the government stands firmly with them as the hike in US tariffs comes into effect, creating uncertainty in the global market. Addressing a delegation of the Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO), the Finance Minister stressed the importance of protecting workers’ livelihoods and urged industry leaders to assure employees of job continuity despite global headwinds. She underlined that the government will e...

April 3, 2025 12:53 PM

Indian exporters to face fewer challenges as US tariffs take effect, say economists

As U.S. President Donald Trump mandates a 26 percent tariff on Indian goods, economists and industry experts believe that Indian exporters will face relatively fewer challenges compared to other major emerging markets in Asia. Among these economies, India’s tariffs remain the lowest, barring the Philippines. According to economic experts, India is expected to be less impacted by the tariffs due to its inward-focused economy, unlike export-driven nations such as China, Japan, Vietnam, and Sri ...

September 11, 2024 5:17 PM

Piyush Goyal launches Trade Connect e-platform to support exporters

In a bid to support Indian exporters, MSMEs, and entrepreneurs, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday launched the Trade Connect e-platform. The platform is designed to facilitate connections between Indian businesses and key stakeholders, including Indian Missions abroad, Export Promotion Councils, and partner government agencies. It will offer information on global trade events, benefits from India's Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), and other relevant international trade data....