Commerce Minister Nirmala Sitharaman

Find early solution to food stocks issue: Nirmala to WTO chief

As per the global trade norms, a WTO member country's food subsidy cap should not breach the limit of 10 percent, which is based on the reference price of 1986-88.

Jul 20, 2017, 16:03 PM IST

'Mid-term foreign trade policy to be out before GST roll out'

Given the current economic and geopolitical situations globally there are concerns that international trade may be impacted.

May 06, 2017, 16:47 PM IST

'Regulatory quality will improve but not frequency, intensity': Nirmala

Keen to improve business climate, Commerce Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said tax and regulatory authorities are being asked not to go on an overdrive and asserted the government is not there to obstruct or create hindrances.

Sep 22, 2016, 13:48 PM IST

Centre to set up advisory panel to boost exports

The government is to set up an advisory committee to suggest key measures to boost export performance, Commerce Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has said.

Mar 08, 2015, 14:51 PM IST

Commerce Minister for easing of gold import restrictions

With restrictions on gold imports leading to rise in smuggling, Commerce and Industry Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has pitched for relaxing gold import duty as it is 'badly' hurting the gems and jewellery industry.

Aug 11, 2014, 16:44 PM IST