Highlighting India’s export resilience, the Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has said that the country's merchandise exports rose by about 15% during April-June 14, 2026 despite global economic uncertainties. He added that the country’s exports in 2025-26 recorded healthy growth even with 50% tariffs imposed by the US.
In May 2026, the country’s exports climbed to a six-month high of 18% to $45.2 billion, while the trade deficit widened to $28.21 billion. During April-May 2026-27, exports rose 16.09% to $88.91 billion and imports jumped 15.14% to $145.35 billion. The trade deficit stood at $56.44 billion during the period.
Meanwhile, the minister has urged the chartered accountants to contribute to make India a 'Viksit Bharat'. He has emphasized the need for collective effort for to achieve 'Viksit Bharat’ and has called upon senior officials, including the municipal commissioner and corporators, to start a cleanliness campaign.
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