The cumulative exports (merchandise & services) during April-October 2025 is estimated at US$ 491.80 Billion, as compared to US$ 469.11 Billion in April-October 2024, estimated growth of 4.84%.

India, Nov. 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: October 2025 October 2024 Merchandise Exports 34.38 38.98 Imports 76.06 65.21 Services* Exports 38.52 34.41 Imports 18.64 17.23 Total Trade Exports 72.89 73.39 Imports 94.70 82.44 Trade Balance -21.80 -9.05 April-October 2025 April-October 2024 Merchandise Exports 254.25 252.66 Imports 451.08 424.06 Services* Exports 237.55 216.45 Imports 118.87 114.96 Total Trade Exports 491.80 469.11 ...


DRI seizes smuggled 30,000 pieces firecrackers worth Rs.5 crore at Mundra port; one arrested

India, Nov. 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: In a continued effort under operation "Fire Trail" to counter illicit import of firecrackers, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), has successfully busted another sophisticated smuggling attempt involving the illegal import of Chinese-origin fireworks and firecrackers into India. During the operation, DRI officers intercepted a 40-foot container at Mundra port, originating from China, which was declared as carrying "wate...


DEFENCE SECRETARY VISITS FORWARD LOCATIONS IN CENTRAL SECTOR

India, Nov. 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Defence Secretary, Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh, undertook a comprehensive visit to forward locations in the Central Sector from 15 to 17 November 2025. At Pithoragarh, the Defence Secretary was briefed on major operational matters by the General Officer Commanding, Uttar Bharat Area and Commander 119 (I) Infantry Brigade Group on operational aspects. During his visit to Navidang, he interacted with the concerned Battalion Command...


DPDP Rules, 2025 Notified

India, Nov. 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Key Takeaways Key Terms Under the DPDP Act, 2023 Penalties Under the DPDP Act, 2023 Phased and Practical Implementation Clear Protocols for Personal Data Breach Notification Transparency and Accountability Measures Strengthening Rights of Data Principals Digital-First Data Protection Board Right to Give or Refuse Consent Right to Know How Data is Used Right to Access Personal Data Right to Correct Personal Data Right to...


Exposition of Holy Relics of Lord Buddha in Bhutan Extended by a Week Following Public Demand

India, Nov. 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: At the gracious request of the Royal Government of Bhutan, the sacred exposition of the Holy Relics of Lord Buddha from India, which has been underway in Thimpu, has been officially extended for one week. The exposition, which has drawn thousands of devout pilgrims, will now continue until the 25th of November, 2025. To facilitate the return of the Holy Relics, a special aircraft will depart for Bhutan on the 24th of November, 202...


INDIA-UK JOINT MILITARY TRAINING EXERCISE 'AJEYA WARRIOR-25' COMMENCES IN RAJASTHAN

India, Nov. 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The eighth edition of the India-UK Joint Military Exercise "AJEYA WARRIOR-25" commenced today at the Foreign Training Node, Mahajan Field Firing Ranges, Rajasthan. The 14-day bilateral exercise is scheduled from 17 to 30 November 2025. The exercise brings together 240 personnel with equal representation from Indian Army and the British Army. The Indian Army is being represented by troops of the Sikh Regiment. Conducted under a Un...


India announces 2nd tranche of 17 approvals under Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) - Rs. 7,172 crore investment, Rs. 65,111 crore production & 11,808 direct jobs

India, Nov. 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: In continuation of approval of seven applications for Rs. 5,532 crore announced earlier, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has approved 17 more proposals under the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS). These approved projects span across the country with a total investment of Rs 7,172 crore, cumulative projected production of Rs 65,111 crore, and creation of 11,808 direct employment opportunities....


Sixteenth Finance Commission submits its Report for the award period from 2026-27 to 2030-31 to the President of India

India, Nov. 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Sixteenth Finance Commission (XVIFC) was constituted by the Hon'ble President of India in pursuance of clause (1) of article 280 of the Constitution. The XVIFC, headed by Chairman Dr. Arvind Panagariya, submitted its Report today to the Hon'ble President of India. Members of the XVIFC, Smt. Annie George Mathew, Dr. Manoj Panda, Shri T. Rabi Sankar and Dr. Soumyakanti Ghosh and the Secretary to the XVIFC Shri Ritvik Pandey accom...


Prestigious National Gopal Ratna Awards 2025 Announced; Felicitation on 26th November during National Milk Day Celebrations

India, Nov. 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: S. No. Category Name of the winners of NGRA 2025 with rank Best Dairy farmer rearing indigenous cattle/buffalo breeds Non-NER: 2. Best Dairy Cooperative society/ Milk Producer company/ Dairy Farmer producer organization Non-NER: 3. Best Artificial Insemination Technician (AIT) Non-NER: 1st Shri Aravind Yashavant Patil, Kolhapur, Maharashtra. 1st Meenan Gadi Ksheerolpadaka Sahakarana Sangham Ltd, Wayanad, Kerala. 1st Mr...


Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya inaugurates EPFO's first-ever Modernised Digital Pavilion at IITF 2025

India, Nov. 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), for the very first time, organised its state-of-the-art pavilion at the India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The pavilion was formally inaugurated by Union Minister for Labour & Employment, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, in the presence of Union Minister of State for Labour & Employment, Sushree Shobha Karandlaje, Central Provident Fund Commissioner, Sh...