Tag: Value Addition
ECONOMY Government Extends Cotton Import Duty Exemption Until December 31

The Government of India has extended the customs duty exemption on cotton imports by two months until December 31, 2026, to support the raw material requirements of the domestic textile industry. The Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance, announced the extension through Notification No. 35/2026-Customs dated October 30, 2026. The existing exemption, which was due […]

CW Bureau · Oct 31, 2026
RETAIL/FMCG India’s Gem And Jewellery Exports Surge 3.14% To $2.30 Bn In August

India’s gross gem and jewellery exports increased 3.14% in US dollar terms and 12.52% in rupee terms year-on-year to $2.30 billion (₹21,946 crore) in August 2026. Exports stood at $2.23 billion (₹19,504 crore) in August 2025, according to the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC). Value-added jewellery gains momentum A notable trend during the […]

CW Bureau · Sep 21, 2026