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Policy and market moves — and what they mean for your business, in plain English.

20 Oct 2026

India–New Zealand FTA takes effect today

100% of Indian exports get duty-free access from day one; tariffs up to 10% on textiles, clothing, leather and footwear drop to zero. Two-way goods trade was about $1.3B in FY24-25.

Source: Commerce Ministry (PIB, 19 Oct 2026)
Oct 2026

RoDTEP support extended to 31 December 2026

Exporters can keep claiming remission e-scrips on notified goods. If RoDTEP isn't enabled on your shipping bills, now is the time.

Source: DGFT Notification No. 41/2026-27, 30 Sep 2026
1 Oct 2026

New FEMA export-import regulation in force

Updated rules on realisation and repatriation of export proceeds. Check your payment timelines and e-BRC compliance.

Source: RBI, FEMA 23(R)/2026-RB, in force 1 Oct 2026
15 Jul 2026

India–UK CETA in force

The comprehensive trade pact opens the UK market further for Indian goods and services. Big upside for textiles, footwear and food.

Source: Commerce Ministry / GOV.UK (in force 15 Jul 2026)
FY25-26

Electronics & non-petroleum exports surge

Non-petroleum merchandise exports hit a record ~$387.9B; electronics are among the fastest-growing categories. Engineering goods remain India's No.1 export.

Source: PIB / Commerce Ministry, 15 Apr 2026
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