Govt may cut excise duty on petrol, diesel soon

India is the second largest buyer of Iranian crude, after China. The government might decide to cut the excise duty on petrol and diesel but only after further stabilisation in the goods and......

Rupee fall pushes apparel exporters' margins

The sudden weakening of the rupee has set some cash registers ringing for Indian apparel exporters, at least for a short run. According to industry players, margins in apparel exports have risen by......

FTA with EU soon, to benefit textile exports

In a move that could improve the weakening sentiment in the Indian textile industry, the government is set to sign a free trade agreement (FTA) with the European Union (EU) by the end of the......

Branded garments, textiles to cost more

The cost of branded garments and made-up textiles will go up by 10-15 per cent with imposition of excise duties as proposed in the Budget. Readymade garments and made-up textiles are currently......

CCI covers Pak PM Imran's portrait to protest Pulwama terror attack

'It is a mark of protest.  We have covered it as of now but can't say right now if we would take it down.' IMAGE: The Cricket Club of India's Brabourne stadium in Mumbai. Photograph: Julian......