Category : Trade & Export


Govt Boosts Induction Cookware Amid West Asia Crisis

The West Asia crisis disrupts oil and gas shipments via the Strait of Hormuz, raising cooking gas supply fears and driving demand for induction heaters and utensils. The Indian government is now discussing strategies to ramp up domestic production.

Air India Adapts Fuel Strategy Amid Global Jet Fuel Crisis

Air India has modified its Delhi-Yangon route to include a Kolkata stop for refueling due to jet fuel shortages in Myanmar. This comes as global ATF prices soar and airlines face operational challenges from geopolitical tensions and rising costs.

India's Russian Oil Imports Jump 90% in March

India's crude oil imports from Russia increased by 90% in March 2026, while overall imports fell 15% due to disruptions in West Asia. The Strait of Hormuz crisis also impacted LPG and LNG shipments.

Truckers Protest Arbitrary Entry Tax at Himachal Border

Truck drivers staged a major protest at the Punjab-Himachal border, alleging arbitrary entry tax rates of up to Rs 800, causing a two-hour traffic jam on the Chandigarh-Manali highway. The blockade was lifted after government assurances.

India-UK FTA May Be Enforced in 30-45 Days: Goyal

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal announced that the India-UK Free Trade Agreement could be implemented within the next 30 to 45 days, following a bilateral meeting with UK's Business Secretary Peter Kyle at the WTO conference.

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