For the third month in a row, exports rose in January, reporting 11.5 per cent growth to 14.34 billion dollars against 12.9 billion in the year-ago period. This was disclosed by Commerce and Industry Minister Anand Sharma in New Delhi today. He said, sectors which have done exceedingly well in the reporting month include fruits and vegetables, marine products, tobacco and man-made yarn, while the sectors which have reported improved performance include tea, coffee, gems and jewellery, drugs and plastics.After falling 13 month in a row since October 2008, exports reentered the positive zone in November last year.
News On AIR | February 11, 2010 4:34 PM
Exports rise by 11.5% to $14.34 bn in January