Import duty exemption on cotton has cut cost for textiles industry: Minister

New Delhi, Dec 19 (IANS) The exemption of 11 per cent import duty on cotton has led to a softening of domestic prices, currently ranging between Rs 51,500–Rs 52,500 per candy, ensuring affordability for the textiles industry while MSP-based support continues to protect farmers, the Parliament was informed on Friday. Minister of State for Textiles […]
MoS Pabitra Margherita arrives in South Africa for G20 meeting

Johannesburg, July 24 (IANS) Union Minister of State for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita, arrived at Kruger National Park in South Africa’s Mpumalanga on Thursday to attend G20 Development Ministers’ Meeting. Margherita stated that he is looking forward to “meaningful engagements” with stakeholders from G20 members and invited nations to discuss key development issues faced by […]