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Nov 10, 2025 News Image India, New Zealand make steady progress in FTA.
India and New Zealand had detailed engagements across key tracks, including trade in goods, trade in services, economic and trade cooperation, and rules of origin in the fourth round of talks for their proposed free trade agreement (FTA), the government said on Saturday. Commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal met New Zealand trade minister Todd McClay, wherein they acknowledged the 'steady progress' made during this round. Goyal was on a visit to New Zealand from November 5 to 7 to review the progress of the FTA negotiations. McClay is expected to visit India next week.
 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
Nov 10, 2025 News Image India, Australia discuss trade in goods, services, investment issues.
Commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal discussed issues related to trade in goods, services, investment and mutually beneficial cooperation with his Australian counterpart during his visit to Melbourne on November 8, the government said. He held bilateral discussions with Minister for Trade and Tourism of Australia Senator the Don Farrell and Minister for Skills and Training Andrew Giles.
 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
Nov 10, 2025 News Image Govt allows 1.5 MT sugar exports for 2025-26, removes molasses duty.
The Centre has decided to allow export of 1.5 million tonne (MT) of sugar for the 2025-26 sugar season that started from October, according to Food Minister Pralhad Joshi. The Union Food Ministry has also decided to remove 50 per cent export duty on molasses, he said in a letter dated November 7 to Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.
 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
Nov 10, 2025 News Image High-powered panel grants in-principle approval to various projects under NABARD's RIDF.
A high-powered committee headed by the Kerala chief secretary has granted in-principle approval to infrastructure development projects worth Rs 1,441 crore in the state under tranche 31 of NABARD's Rural Infrastructure Development Fund (RIDF), the Chief Minister's Office said on Saturday. The National Bank For Agriculture And Rural Development's (NABARD) RIDF tranches are annual allocations of funds for rural infrastructure development in India.
 Source:  economictimes.indiatimes.com
Nov 07, 2025 News Image Philippines to start rice importation by January 2026 with new tariff rates.
The Philippines will resume importing rice by January next year, with a new tariff rate to be imposed on the imported grain, which will be determined by mid-December this year, the Department of Agriculture (DA) said Thursday. 'Definitely we have to start importing by January because we have to ensure we have enough buffer stock for the next harvest season,' Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said at a press briefing in Quezon City.
 Source:  gmanetwork.com
Nov 07, 2025 News Image BIRC 2025 opens up new avenues for India's rice exports, say farmers and FPO members.
The recently held Bharat International Rice Conference (BIRC) 2025 here in the national capital's Bharat Mandapam had brought together thousands of farmers, exporters, and buyers to showcase India's rich rice diversity and explore new global opportunities. It opened a window to the world for Indian farmers to exhibit and promote their rice varieties, of which many were GI varieties.
 Source:  aninews.in
Nov 07, 2025 News Image APEDA Facilitates Export of 20 MT Fortified Rice from Chhattisgarh to Papua New Guinea.
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, has facilitated the export of 20 metric tonnes of Fortified Rice from Chhattisgarh to Papua New Guinea (PNG). This consignment represents yet another significant milestone in India’s ongoing endeavour to augment its agricultural export portfolio and to strengthen the nation’s reputation as a reliable supplier of high-quality, fortified, and value-added food products in global markets.
 Source:  global-agriculture.com
Nov 07, 2025 News Image India’s exports rise after US tariffs.
India’s export diversification strategy is starting to pay off after the United States imposed a steep 50% tariff on Indian goods earlier this year. While shipments to America have fallen sharply, Indian exporters are finding new opportunities across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. After Washington raised tariffs first to 25% on Aug. 7 and then to 50% on Aug. 25, many Indian exporters began shifting their focus to alternative destinations. The move, though initially disruptive, has helped open new trade routes and strengthen India’s global export base.
 Source:  diyatvusa.com
Nov 07, 2025 News Image India's sugar output set to surge 18% in 2025-26, easing supply concerns.
The Indian Sugar and Bio-energy Manufacturers Association (ISMA) has projected a significant rebound in India's sugar production for the 2025-26 season (October-September), estimating an 18% increase in gross output to 349 lakh tonnes (34.9 million tonnes) before diversion for ethanol. This optimistic forecast follows an estimated production of 296.10 lakh tonnes in the current 2024-25 season and is primarily attributed to a more favorable monsoon and improved crop conditions, particularly in key growing states. Maharashtra is expected to see the most substantial jump, with production projected to rise to around 130 lakh tonnes, driven by increased acreage and better crop health. Karnataka and Uttar Pradesh are also expected to see higher output.
 Source:  fnbnews.com
Nov 07, 2025 News Image India Deepens Trade Engagement with Latin America.
India has successfully concluded two key rounds of trade negotiations with partner countries in Latin America, underscoring the Government’s commitment to expanding economic cooperation and deepening trade linkages with the region. The 9th Round of India–Peru Trade Agreement negotiations was held in Lima, Peru, from 3rd to 5th November 2025. The discussions witnessed substantive progress across key chapters of the proposed Agreement including Trade in Goods and Services, Rules of Origin, Technical Barriers to Trade, Customs Procedures, Dispute Settlement, and Critical Minerals.
 Source:  pib.gov.in