In Berhampur, the silk city, firewood sales have skyrocketed by over 700% as hotels, temples, and feast organizers switch from LPG due to supply disruptions linked to the West Asia conflict, with forest officials on high alert.
Visakhapatnam Customs reveals 95% of work is cargo management, not airport checks. Their short film 'Right Turn', winning a Jury Mention Award, showcases officers' trade facilitation and empathy during crises like the Gulf conflict.
An LPG tanker that navigated the strategic Strait of Hormuz has safely docked at a Gujarat port, with a second vessel expected to arrive on March 17, ensuring stable fuel supplies amid regional tensions.
India will sign its proposed trade agreement with the United States once Washington's new global tariff architecture is clear, says Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal. The deal's timeline is linked to evolving US tariff changes.
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India's total exports for April-February 2025-26 reached $790.86 billion, marking a 5.79% increase. February 2026 exports surged 11.05% to $76.13 billion, driven by engineering goods and electronics.
India's exports to the US declined sharply in February due to high tariffs, while the trade deficit with China widened past $100 billion in the current fiscal year, according to commerce ministry data.
The Indian LPG carrier Shivalik, carrying over 40,000 metric tonnes of LPG, has successfully reached Mundra Port in Gujarat. Escorted by the Indian Navy, the vessel's safe arrival provides relief amid energy supply concerns linked to Strait of Hormuz tens
JD.com expands its e-commerce platform Joybuy to six European markets, including the UK and Germany, leveraging its logistics network to compete with Amazon and fast-fashion rivals.
The Shivalik vessel reached India by 5 PM today, while the crude oil tanker Jag Ladki from the UAE is scheduled to arrive tomorrow, boosting the nation's energy supplies.
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The Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) is closely monitoring the West Asia conflict to ensure uninterrupted shipments, citing challenges from US tariffs and geopolitical issues in the past year.
India's trade secretary announces the government is considering strategic measures to support exports to the Middle East, focusing on enhancing trade ties and economic partnerships in the region.
India's merchandise exports experienced a slight decline to $36.61 billion in February 2024, while imports also fell, leading to a reduced trade deficit. Key sectors like engineering goods and electronics showed resilience.
India is conducting a thorough legal analysis of US investigations into its industrial capacity, focusing on potential trade and economic implications under international law.
Bhopal's iconic pani puri stalls face severe disruption as commercial gas cylinder shortages, linked to global supply chain issues, force closures and price hikes across major markets.
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Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal states the India-US trade agreement will be signed once Washington re-establishes global tariff rates, amid recent US Supreme Court rulings and tariff changes.
India's overall exports rose 11% to $76.13 billion in February 2026, but imports surged 21% to $80.09 billion, widening the trade deficit to $3.96 billion from a surplus last year.
The ongoing conflict in West Asia has severely disrupted air cargo routes for pharmaceutical shipments, posing a significant risk to the supply of critical cancer drugs and other essential medicines globally.
China has strongly criticized the United States for launching new trade investigations targeting alleged forced labor and industrial capacity issues, calling them 'unilateral and discriminatory'.
Air India and Air India Express will operate 48 flights to and from the West Asia region today, ensuring connectivity amid high demand. The flights cover key destinations like Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Doha.
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Mumbai-based exporters are shipping large consignments of Banarasi kimami sewai to Gulf countries for Eid, while domestic production of deep-fried treats like 'doodh-sewai' and 'pheni' drops 50% due to LPG shortages.
Varanasi's Banarasi kimami sewai exports to Gulf countries remain strong for Eid despite Middle East tensions, but LPG shortage cuts production of deep-fried varieties by 50%.
Southern Railway introduces experimental stoppage at Panruti for Tambaram-Rameswaram Express from March 16 and regularizes Ernakulam-Velankanni weekly special as express from March 18.
Indian meat exporters face severe logistics disruptions and sharply rising freight costs due to the West Asia conflict, though demand remains stable. Industry representatives report shipping delays and surging expenses.
India's gems and jewellery exports increased by 4% year-on-year to $2,681 million in February 2025, driven by industry diversification into new markets, as per GJEPC data.
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The West Asia conflict is increasing costs for India's apparel exporters by Rs 12-55 per garment due to shipping surcharges and route diversions, impacting a key market worth $1.9 billion annually.
Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport in Indore completes runway recarpeting and terminal renovation, enabling 24/7 operations by March end. New routes to Goa, Hyderabad, Belagavi, and Kolhapur launch, boosting summer travel options from central India.
The Apparel Export Promotion Council has requested the Tamil Nadu government to include the apparel export industry in the 20% commercial LPG cylinder allotment to prevent manufacturing disruptions and order cancellations.
Air India and Air India Express have scheduled 48 flights to the Middle East today, significantly increasing operations to ensure connectivity for passengers amid rising regional tensions.
Indian budget carrier SpiceJet operates special flights from Fujairah in UAE to multiple Indian cities, providing relief to stranded passengers affected by regional tensions and aviation disruptions across the Middle East.
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Pune residents are changing cooking habits to ration LPG use, from one-pot meals to induction stoves, as access to cylinders remains restricted. Families share fuel-saving tips.
