News for 'Directorate General of Foreign Trade'

6 entities under lens for suspicious trading in Adani shares: SC panel

6 entities under lens for suspicious trading in Adani shares: SC panel

Rediff.com21 May 2023

Six entities including four foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) are under lens for suspicious trading in Adani group shares prior to the release of the damning Hindenburg report, the Supreme Court-appointed expert committee has said. There was a build up of short positions in the Adani scips prior to the January 24 release of the Hindenburg report, and substantial profits were booked thereafter as stocks crashed, the 178-page report said. A "short" position is generally the sale of a stock one does not own.

Inter-ministerial talks on new FTP soon

Inter-ministerial talks on new FTP soon

Rediff.com27 May 2009

While the directorate general of foreign trade has completed consultations with the industry and exporters, it will start interacting with the different ministries like agriculture, finance, micro, small and medium Enterprises, steel and environment. Revenue department in the finance ministry holds the key for extending benefits to exporters who are facing the brunt of recession in several major economies.

More sops for car exporters to 13 new markets

More sops for car exporters to 13 new markets

Rediff.com15 Sep 2009

In a move to boost export of automobiles from India, the government has announced additional incentives on overseas shipments of cars and good carriers to 13 countries, including Australia and Brazil.

'Modi has moved foreign policy from elite to masses'

'Modi has moved foreign policy from elite to masses'

Rediff.com5 Jul 2023

'For the first time since I've been following Indian politics, one heard voters talking about India's role on the world stage and the fact that, due to Modi's leadership, India was once again a great power.'

India bans Chinese toy imports

India bans Chinese toy imports

Rediff.com24 Jan 2009

The Directorate General of Foreign trade on Friday issued an order banning toy imports from China, which is India's biggest trade partner, for six months. The notification, however, gave no reason for the ban.

Drug firms have to affix barcodes at tertiary level packaging

Drug firms have to affix barcodes at tertiary level packaging

Rediff.com27 Oct 2011

Pharma firms will have to affix barcodes on consignments of all tertiary level packaging, such as cartons, following a government order.

Covid curbs at foreign ports hit Indian seafarers hard

Covid curbs at foreign ports hit Indian seafarers hard

Rediff.com14 May 2021

The trade to-and-from India so far is not affected. But if the situation continues to remain the same for the next two to three months, it could definitely hurt India trade, including essential cargo.

Kingfisher gets nod to directly import jet fuel

Kingfisher gets nod to directly import jet fuel

Rediff.com19 Apr 2012

Mallya's airline is the second domestic carrier to have received DGFT approval for ATF import after budget carrier SpiceJet.

New norms to curb car import misuse

New norms to curb car import misuse

Rediff.com15 Apr 2006

Quality Control Orders: What does this mean for domestic industry?

Quality Control Orders: What does this mean for domestic industry?

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

From toys, footwear and furniture to insulated flasks, smart meters, and air coolers - the Central government over the last decade has mandated higher standards for production and imports of such items. Sample this: Till 2014, there were 14 Quality Control Orders (QCOs) covering 106 products. By the latest count, there are 156 QCOs on 672 products.

Govt lifts ban on wheat export

Govt lifts ban on wheat export

Rediff.com4 Jul 2009

India on Friday lifted a 28-month ban on wheat export by allowing export of 900,000 tonnes of the grain by government-owned trading agencies.

Government lifts ban on wheat export

Government lifts ban on wheat export

Rediff.com4 Jul 2009

India today lifted a 28-month ban on wheat export by allowing export of 900,000 tonnes of the grain by government-owned trading agencies.

Panel for more teeth to DGFT

Panel for more teeth to DGFT

Rediff.com24 Feb 2003

A high level committee to revamp the Directorate General of Foreign Trade is mulling giving the directorate more teeth to undertake anti-dumping investigations and monitor imports of sensitive items.

India to give sops to export sectors: Min

India to give sops to export sectors: Min

Rediff.com14 Jan 2011

Job-oriented sectors such as tea, cashew, apparel, carpets, leather, textiles and handicrafts continue to face weak demand in traditional markets such as Europe and the US.

Govt withdraws curb on onion export

Govt withdraws curb on onion export

Rediff.com16 Nov 2007

The government has withdrawn the 'export licence' restriction for overseas sale of onion, as the prices of commodity have started to soften in domestic market. The Director General of Foreign Trade has notified that the export of onions could be undertaken after getting the no-objection certificate from NAFED and 12 other state trading agencies.

DGFT denies blanket ban on food imports from Japan

DGFT denies blanket ban on food imports from Japan

Rediff.com8 Apr 2011

The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry denied having imposed any blanket ban on the import of food products from Japan even as it has imposed some strict measures.

Exporters given Rs 500 crore sops

Exporters given Rs 500 crore sops

Rediff.com17 Feb 2011

The exporters will get duty benefits for shipments to 15 countries, including Australia, Brazil, New Zealand, China and Japan.

'America Is In For A Period Of Extended Domestic Turmoil'

'America Is In For A Period Of Extended Domestic Turmoil'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

'Trump's disregard for norms and institutions could prove very costly for America's social fabric.'

Exporters seek more time to carry barcodes

Exporters seek more time to carry barcodes

Rediff.com18 Jan 2011

The domestic drug industry has expressed serious concern over the central government's decision to make it mandatory to carry a barcode on every medicine pack meant for exports from July 1.

High-level delegation of US pension funds to visit India next week

High-level delegation of US pension funds to visit India next week

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

A delegation of high-level executives from US public pension funds (non-profit and government sectors) is visiting India next week to assess and familiarise themselves with the investment opportunities in the country. These executives belong to various American states and cumulatively represent $1.8 trillion in assets under management (AUM) invested across the US and global markets. The United States (US) mission to India, which includes its embassy and consulates and the Department of Treasury, along with India's Ministry of Finance and the National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF), is hosting the delegation.

Govt bans CDMA phones without unique numbers

Govt bans CDMA phones without unique numbers

Rediff.com23 Oct 2009

The government has banned import of CDMA mobile phones that lack unique electronic serial number and mobile equipment identifier, which help authorities identify and track users.

Govt cuts export price on onions to $450

Govt cuts export price on onions to $450

Rediff.com2 Mar 2011

Onion production in the country is likely to be around 10.5 million tonnes in 2010-11, down from 12 million tones last year.

Unlisted Shares Market Is Buzzing

Unlisted Shares Market Is Buzzing

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

The dealers operating in the space have jumped nearly three times over the past two years.

India bans import of Chinese milk for 3 months

India bans import of Chinese milk for 3 months

Rediff.com25 Sep 2008

Reports suggest at least four infants died in China after consuming the contaminated milk. The adulterated whitener led to several thousands falling sick. Melamine, used for making plastics and fertiliser, was found in infant formula and other milk products of 22 Chinese dairy firms.

Prabhu's new trade policy mum on achieving exports target

Prabhu's new trade policy mum on achieving exports target

Rediff.com6 Dec 2017

Foreign Trade Policy: More incentives for exports, focus on ease of trading

India, Pakistan trade charges over LoC firing

India, Pakistan trade charges over LoC firing

Rediff.com1 Nov 2016

India on Tuesday protested to Pakistan over the unprovoked firing from across the border to give cover to infiltrators when its Deputy High Commissioner was summoned for the fourth time in just over a week over alleged "unprovoked ceasefire violations".

G20 Summit: World leaders gather at Bharat Mandapam

G20 Summit: World leaders gather at Bharat Mandapam

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday welcomed a host of world leaders, including United States President Joe Biden and United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, at the Bharat Mandapam, the venue of the G20 Summit.

India's exports surge in Feb

India's exports surge in Feb

Rediff.com31 Mar 2010

Expanding for the fourth straight month, exports surged by 34.8 per cent in February to $16.09 billion against $11.94 billion in the year-ago period on the back of revival in the Western economies.

Tax refunds on cement export revoked within a day

Tax refunds on cement export revoked within a day

Rediff.com3 Jun 2008

The Directorate General of Foreign Trade on Monday notified Duty Entitlement Pass Book Scheme (refund of local taxes) on cement exports. The commerce ministry had lifted the 46-day old ban on cement exports on May 27. However, it had allowed shipments only through ports in Gujarat. The state accounts for 95 per cent of the total cement exports.

Inflation: No sops on basmati rice exports

Inflation: No sops on basmati rice exports

Rediff.com4 Apr 2008

Taking yet another measure to check inflation through improving domestic supplies, the government today stopped export incentives on basmati rice. "Export of basmati rice shall not be entitled for DEPB (Duty Entitlement Pass Book) benefits," the Directorate General of Foreign Trade said in a notice. Government has already banned export of non-basmati rice & revised upward the minimum export price for basmati rice. Inflation for the week ended March 22 has touched the 7% mark.

Traders to get IEC number online

Traders to get IEC number online

Rediff.com28 Jul 2006

To cut transaction costs for traders, the government has launched an online facility for issuing Importer-Exporter Code Number.

EOU sops may stay beyond Mar '09

EOU sops may stay beyond Mar '09

Rediff.com18 Dec 2007

Export-Oriented Units (EOUs) in the country are likely to continue to enjoy income-tax benefits even after the ensuing deadline of March 2009.

Easier drive for EU cars

Easier drive for EU cars

Rediff.com4 Oct 2004

60% of top 500 stocks achieved their 12-month price target set by analysts

60% of top 500 stocks achieved their 12-month price target set by analysts

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

As many as 267 of 453 companies from the BSE500 index are trading above their consensus price targets, according to the data compiled by Bloomberg. Not all companies in the BSE500 index are tracked by analysts.

Export growth revised up 72%

Export growth revised up 72%

Rediff.com17 Dec 2002

Export incentive plans under lens

Export incentive plans under lens

Rediff.com10 Oct 2005

Easing of car import norms urged

Easing of car import norms urged

Rediff.com21 Jul 2003