rajesh agrawal

A US delegation is expected to visit India next month for trade negotiations concerning a proposed bilateral trade agreement (BTA). This visit follows earlier discussions in Washington D.C. to finalize details of an interim trade pact and advance broader BTA negotiations. Both nations are committed to a mutually beneficial trade framework, with the agreement anticipated at an opportune time.

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Chhattisgarh police have filed an FIR against Vedanta Resources chairman Anil Agrawal and others following a deadly blast at their Sakti power plant. The incident, which claimed 20 lives, is attributed to serious operational lapses, including a rapid increase in boiler load and system failures. A special investigation team is probing the tragedy.

Two circle officers, Sanjay Kumar Singh and Jitender Kumar, were injured when their vehicle collided with a tipper truck on NH-139. The accident, believed to be caused by one vehicle on the wrong side, occurred as they were en route to Daltonganj for a meeting. While Singh received head stitches, Kumar sustained a wrist fracture.

A prolonged Middle East conflict could significantly impact India's exports, both regionally and globally, due to supply chain disruptions, Commerce Secretary rajesh agrawal warned. He urged the pharmaceutical industry to reduce reliance on imported raw materials and build stronger domestic capacities to mitigate these risks and ensure continued growth in the sector.

India's pharmaceutical exports are thriving, reaching $28.29 billion in April-February FY26, a 5.6% rise despite global challenges. The sector, currently valued at $60 billion, is projected to hit $130 billion by 2030. Leaders are optimistic about continued growth, even with potential US tariff impacts on future exports.

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The comments assume significance at a time when the US Supreme Court has struck down the tariffs that were imposed by the Trump administration, calling them illegal.

India's exports reached $76.13 billion in February 2026, showing strong growth. Imports rose even faster, leading to a wider trade deficit. For the fiscal year, exports are on track for growth. The country previously set a record in exports for the 2024-25 fiscal year. Challenges like the West Asia crisis may impact March exports.