Bengaluru: The Indian gems and jewellery industry, which contributes about 10% to the country’s merchandise exports, is preparing for potential US tariffs by expanding into alternative markets like Latin America, Vietnam, and Saudi Arabia. Industry leaders told ET that they are visiting these markets, seeking opportunities to mitigate the impact and sustain export growth. “We…
Representative Image Apparel exporters’ body AEPC on Tuesday suggested the government to introduce reforms in labour laws, improve schemes for skilling the workforce and make policy for fabric import flexible to boost exports. Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC) Chairman Sudhir Sekhri said that the exports target of USD 40 billion for ready-made garments by 2030…
Smoke rises from an Israeli airstrike that hit the southern suburb of Beirut, Lebanon. (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Tensions in the Middle East surged after Iran launched a barrage of nearly 200 missiles on Israel, following an Israeli strike on Hezbollah in Lebanon. The region is now on high alert, with the world waiting to…
