Ministry of Commerce and Industry Archives

March 3, 2026 11:42 AM

India’s Petroleum Ministry assures availability, affordability of energy amid West Asia crisis

Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Puri on Monday reviewed the supply situation for crude oil, LPG, and other petroleum products with senior officials from the Ministry and PSUs, amid tensions in West Asia. The Petroleum Ministry has s...

May 16, 2025 4:57 PM

IIFT sets up first overseas campus in Dubai, marking historic step in global expansion

In a major stride towards internationalising Indian higher education, the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) has announced the establishment of its first overseas campus in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The move marks a significant milestone in ...

April 16, 2025 12:22 PM

India’s FY25 exports up 5.5% to $821 billion; March sees 2.65% rise

India’s cumulative exports for the financial year 2024–25 (April–March) rose by 5.5% to $820.93 billion, up from $778.13 billion in the previous year, driven by strong performances in key sectors, according to data released by the Ministry of C...

January 14, 2025 4:16 PM

Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan reviews key agricultural issues

Union Minister for Agriculture, Farmers Welfare, and Rural Development, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, chaired a review meeting on Monday with senior officials from the Agriculture Ministry to address key issues concerning agriculture, according to a press r...

April 16, 2024 2:59 PM

India allows onion export to Sri Lanka, gives additional quota to UAE

India has allowed limited shipments of onions to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Sri Lanka, after banning its export in response to rising prices. The Ministry of Commerce and Industry, through the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), iss...