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Why US sanctions could hit India’s basmati exports to Iran | West Asia war | Strait of Hormuz |Trump

The Trump administration’s “Operation Economic Outcast” is raising concerns for India’s basmati rice trade with Iran.

Will talk to Japan on increasing basmati rice exports from India: Goyal

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday said India will take up the issue of greater market access for basmati rice with Japan during a review of the trade agreement, and explore opportunities for exports of processed food products. Responding to a question from an industry representative on increasing basmati rice exports to Japan, Goyal said the government would have to engage with the Japanese authorities as rice is a sensitive sector in Japan. "We in the government will have to work on it and will have to talk to the Japanese government. There are several areas which are sensitive for each country, and to the best of my knowledge, rice is a sensitive area in Japan," he said. He noted that Japan has restrictions on the quantity of rice that can be imported and duties are applicable beyond the permitted quantity. "We will talk to the Japanese government when we review the CEPA (Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement) and see what more areas of mutual ...

Indian basmati may get caught in US 'economic onslaught' on Iran

US secondary sanctions on Iran could further hit India's basmati exports, while disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz threaten freight costs and crude-oil supply risks

Basmati rice exporters urge govt action on shipping charges amid Iran war

Basmati Rice Farmers & Exporters Development Forum (BRFEDF) on Monday called on the government to take urgent action against what it described as arbitrary and opaque shipping charges that have made exports commercially unviable for many traders. The forum said war-risk surcharges have ranged from USD 800 to USD 6,000 per container, often imposed without prior notice or revised after cargo has already moved. In some cases, cumulative charges have reached 60 to 70 per cent of the cargo value. "Exporters are effectively being asked to absorb open-ended financial liability for circumstances entirely beyond their control," Forum Chairperson Priyanka Mittal said in a statement. The West Asia crisis has prompted shipping lines to unilaterally divert cargo to ports including Jebel Ali, Sohar and Salalah, hold containers at transshipment hubs with no clarity on onward movement, and in some cases return containers to origin ports. Exporters say they bear the full financial cost of these ...

Govt eases conditions for rice exports to some European countries

The requirement of a certificate is limited to EU member states, the ​United Kingdom, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway ‌and Switzerland, the ​notification said

Payments up to ₹25,000 crore pending: Basmati exporters amid Iran war

The ongoing conflict in West Asia has severely disrupted India's premium basmati rice exports, causing significant losses to traders and threatening the livelihoods of farmers.According to a Bhopal-based businessman, consignments of Premium 1121 Basmati rice are currently stuck at ports, with payments worth Rs 2,000 crore to Rs 25,000 crore pending.A businessman from Bhopal speaking to ANI said, "...The Premium 1121 Basmati rice, which we used to export, is currently being held at the ports. If this situation continues, Indian traders will face significant losses. Our payments, ranging from Rs 2,000 crores to Rs 25,000 crores, are pending and have not been received, causing difficulties for the traders. The government is currently taking its own measures, and if the situation persists, farmers will also face problems in the future...."On Wednesday, an all-party meeting, convened by the government on the West Asia crisis, was held. The meeting was chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath ...

Basmati rice exporter Amir Chand to launch ₹440 cr IPO on March 24

Basmati rice exporter Amir Chand Jagdish Kumar(Exports) Ltd is set to launch its Rs 440 crore initial public offering (IPO) on March 24. The public issue will close on March 27, while the anchor investor bidding is scheduled to take place on March 23, according to the red herring prospectus (RHP). The Haryana-based company's proposed IPO will comprise a fresh issue of equity shares entirely, with no offer-for-sale (OFS) component. The company plans to utilise the net proceeds from the issue to fund its working capital requirements and for general corporate purposes. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) granted its approval to the IPO in October 2025. The offer size has been reduced to Rs 440 crore compared to the Rs 550 crore issue size proposed in the Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) filed in June 2025. Ahead of the public issue, the company raised Rs 13 crore in a pre-IPO round by allotting 7.55 lakh shares at Rs 172 per share. Amir Chand Jagdish Kumar (Exports

West Asia conflict: Iran stepped up basmati imports under war cloud

The rise in shipments to Iran may also be linked to demand during Ramzan, which began in mid-February

400,000 tonnes of Indian basmati stuck at ports, in transit amid Iran war

Exporters have already moved stocks to ports, but cannot ship to the Middle East because of rising container freight costs, and no alternative market can absorb the volume

Chaman Lal Setia Exports zooms 17% on huge volumes; here's why

Looking ahead, the reduction of the United States (US) import tariffs from 25 per cent to 18 per cent is a significant structural tailwind for the company, the management said.

India's rice exporters hope to boost shipments to US after tariff cut

Exporters expect improved competitiveness and higher shipments to the US after the proposed reduction in American tariffs on Indian goods to 18 per cent from 50 per cent

US President Donald Trump signals action on Indian rice 'dumping'

US President Donald Trump hinted at fresh tariffs on Indian rice as a Deputy USTR-led delegation arrived in New Delhi to assess the proposed trade deal between the two countries

LT Foods slips 7%, hits 6-month low; why is the basmati rice stock falling?

As per reports, US President, Donald Trump is expected to levy tariffs on rice imported from India

Exporters welcome mandatory APEDA registration for non-basmati rice

Exporters welcomed India's decision to make APEDA registration mandatory for non-basmati rice exports, saying it will aid transparency with minimal cost impact on trade

Is your rice toxic? Experts explain arsenic risks and how to stay safe

Recent reports reveal dangerously high arsenic in US rice; experts advise safer rice varieties, alternative grains, and better cooking techniques to reduce health risks

US rice contains most arsenic, Indian basmati among safest, finds study

New report flags high arsenic levels in US-grown rice; experts advise caution, especially for children and pregnant women. Indian basmati, Thai jasmine among safest options tested

Prolonged Israel-Iran conflict may impact Basmati exports: Experts

Iran is one of the top buyers of Indian basmati rice; traders warn exports may take a hit if the Israel conflict continues and diplomatic tensions escalate

Rice output may hit record 151 million tonnes in 2025-26 season: USDA

USDA raises India's 2025-26 rice output estimate to a record 151 million tonnes due to early monsoon, good soil moisture and a hike in minimum support price

Basmati prices up on higher demand, not due to India-Pak tensions: AIREA

All India Rice Exporters Association President (AIREA) Satish Goel on Friday ruled out any impact on Basmati trade, stressing that the recent increase in prices of the commodity is owing to higher demand and not due to the ongoing India-Pakistan tensions. The export price of Basmati rice varieties --1509 and 1718 -- have inched up slightly since March due to rise in demand and not due to supply disruptions caused due to ongoing military escalations between the two nations, he said. "Not due to ongoing India-Pakistan tensions, the Basmati prices have gone up recently. Prices rose slightly because of higher demand from Saudi Arabia, Iran and Iraq," Goel told PTI. The trade has not been affected so far and the orders are being fulfilled smoothly, he added. AIREA former president Vijay Sethia said in September 2024, Basmati rice, particularly the 1509 variety, were ruling high at Rs 62 per kg. Thereafter, prices dropped mainly due to a bumper crop arrival. Large arrivals of 1509 paddy