RoDTEP scheme gets extension till June 30

3 years ago

The RoDTEP scheme provides a mechanism for reimbursement of taxes, duties and levies, which are currently not being refunded under any other mechanism, at the central, state and local levels

Traders flag slow labour-intensive exports’ growth

3 years ago

Exporters in India have expressed concerns about the slow growth of labour-intensive exports such as garments, gems and jewellery, marine products, and plastics compared to countries like Bangladesh, China, and Vietnam. The Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) analyzed the sector-wise export performance over the past five years and found that India’s market share in […]

Govt extends support under RoDTEP scheme till June 30, 2024

3 years ago

The Indian government has extended support under the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) scheme until June 30, 2024. The scheme provides reimbursement of taxes, duties, and levies incurred by export entities during the manufacturing and distribution of exported products. The extension aims to help exporters negotiate better terms in the international […]

India’s export of cut, polished diamonds may fall by 22 pc in FY24 on sluggish demand: Icra

3 years ago

India’s export of cut and polished diamonds is expected to decline by 22% to USD 17.2 billion in the current fiscal year, according to rating agency Icra. The decline is attributed to weakened demand from key consuming nations such as the US and Europe, as well as limited demand from China. Additionally, competition from lab-grown […]

India allows 75,000 tonne of non-Basmati white rice exports to UAE

3 years ago

In a notification, the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) said: “Export of 75,000 MT of non-Basmati white rice to the UAE is permitted through National Cooperative Exports Limited.” India exported $2.2 billion of non-Basmati white rice in FY23 of which Kenya, Madagascar, Benin and the UAE were among the top destinations.

Traders’ body CTI urges Centre to ban lentil import from Canada

3 years ago

A growing dispute between India and Canada has erupted following allegations made by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau over the killing of Khalistani separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Chairman of CTI, Brijesh Goyal, said that the development has sent ripples through the business world. Indian traders have demanded that India should ban import of lentils from […]

State-run ports seek oil spill centres, immigration facility

3 years ago

Raising issues related to multiple government arms conducting audits and inspections, the Tamil Nadu Maritime Board proposed streamlining security audits and inspections in non-major ports. Currently, export-import (Exim) ports are audited by the Directorate General of Shipping. Separate audits are being conducted by the Intelligence Bureau, Navy, Central Industrial Security Force and the Coast Guard.

JSW Infrastructure plans to bid for terminals at major ports

3 years ago

The company is currently participating in tenders for terminals in Goa, Haldia, Kandla, Ennore and Vizag, among others, and will be prioritising container, liquid and gas terminals as it looks to focus on connectivity and value addition for customers.

No Canada hit on masur dal supply, but India plays safe

3 years ago

According to a September 24 ToI report, though, the Indian government so far is “comfortable” as far as the import of this item is concerned. Nearly lakh tonnes of it have arrived at Indian ports amid the ongoing diplomatic tiff, ToI said citing officials.

Maritime and land routes not distinct but part of silk roads ecosystem: Peter Frankopan

3 years ago

“Certainly, massive new investment in infra, energy, transport and communications can, and will, help boost trade even further. But this is a proposed stimulus to something that already exists. The Middle East is already home to a large Indian diaspora, and there are very close trade ties already; the same with Europe,” Frankopan said.

RoDTEP scheme gets extension till June 30

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