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Gujarat Sees Significant Rise In India’s GDP Share In Last 2 Decades: EAC-PM Paper

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Gujarat Sees Significant Rise In India’s GDP Share In Last 2 Decades: EAC-PM Paper

Gujarat’s share in India’s GDP has significantly increased in the last two decades while consistently performing well throughout the study period from 1960-61, a paper by the Economic Advisory Council (EAC) to the Prime Minister said on Tuesday.

It increased from 5.8 per cent in 1960-61 to 6.7 per cent in 1970-71. However, Gujarat’s share in GDP remained at broadly the same levels until 2000-01 before beginning to increase rapidly.

“Its share rose to 8.1 per cent in 2022-23. It is interesting to note that Gujarat and Maharashtra were part of the same Bombay state until 1960. While Maharashtra has been able to maintain its share in India’s growing economy, Gujarat’s share was broadly flat until 2000-01 before it took off,” the EAC-PM paper said.

Gujarat’s share remained at broadly the same levels until 2000-01, before beginning to increase rapidly – from 6.4 per cent in 2000-01 to 8.1 per cent in 2022-23.

By 2023-24, Gujarat’s per capita income rose to 160.7 per cent of the national average, from 118.3 in 1960-61. Initially, Gujarat lagged Maharashtra, with a relative per capita income of 118.3 per cent compared to Maharashtra’s 133.7 per cent in 1960-61.

This disparity persisted until 2010-11, when it surpassed Maharashtra. According to the paper, by 2023-24, Gujarat’s per capita income had risen to 160.7 percent of the national average, compared to 150 percent for Maharashtra.

Maharashtra, Gujarat, Delhi, and Haryana have shown steady performance, while West Bengal experienced a persistent relative decline.

“The western and southern regions of India have performed notably better than other parts of the country. Maharashtra and Gujarat have consistently demonstrated strong economic performance over the years,” the paper noted.

The paper focused exclusively on states’ relative performance, measured using two indicators: share in India’s GDP and relative per capita income.

The state’s share of India’s GDP is calculated by dividing its Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) by the sum of the GSDP of all states.

Relative per capita income is calculated as the ratio of the state’s per capita net state domestic product (NSDP) to a percentage of the all-India per capita net national product (or net national income in some years).

–IANS

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Milad-i-Nabi Celebrations With Islamic Art ‘Duffmuttu’ Performance Held Inside Temples In Malappuram

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In a shocking turn of events in Kerala’s Malappuram district, the Paloor Subramanya Temple saw celebrations for the Prophet Muhammad’s birthday, featuring a Duffmuttu performance. This traditional Islamic art form honours Islamic heroes and martyrs. The event, which saw participants wearing footwear inside the Hindu temple, has sparked significant controversy.

In the above video, dancers can wear shoes and perform in the temple premises.

While some local media portray the event as an example of Kerala’s celebrated communal harmony, critics argue that this instance raises serious concerns about religious sensitivity and secularism. The celebration of Milad-i-Nabi within a Hindu temple with Duffmuttu has led to questions about whether such cross-religious events would be reciprocated with Hindu festivals like Sri Krishna Jayanthi or Ganesh Chaturthi in mosques.

It is noteworthy that several Ganesha processions during the Hindu festival of Vinayaka Chaturthi have seen stone pelting and attacks by the Islamist community across the country.

The incident has also prompted concerns among Hindus about the preservation of the sanctity of their religious spaces. Furthermore, the Prophet Muhammad’s birthday celebration in a Hindu temple draws criticism due to his historical rejection of other religions, including Hinduism—a stance frequently cited by extremist groups.

This was not a single occurrence. A similar “celebration” was reported at the Nilambur Uppada Sreedharma Shasta Temple, intensifying the debate on respect for the Hindu religion by the Islamist community and their overbearing nature in making everything Islamic, especially in a Muslim-dominated Malappuram.

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Overcrowded And Underfunded: SC Girls’ Hostel In Sivakasi Highlights Severe Government Neglect

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Another indication of the systemic neglect faced by Scheduled Caste students in Tamil Nadu government schools is the situation of the Government Adi Dravidar School Girls’ Hostel in Sivakasi. Despite being upgraded to a college girls’ hostel, it has been operating in a rented facility since its demolition eight years ago. This has created significant challenges for the students, as more than fifty girls are crammed into a single hall and share just two toilets. This overcrowding is a stark reflection of the government’s failure to provide adequate facilities and is an embarrassment that highlights ongoing issues in supporting these students.

Originally located near Sivakasi’s Sirukulam Kanmai area, the hostel was dismantled in 2016 as part of efforts to clear encroachments on water bodies. Following this, the hostel relocated to the Adi Dravidar Student Hostel in Satchiyapuram, where it has been functioning in a rented space since. In 2023, it was officially upgraded to serve college girls.

Currently, this rented facility has only two rooms, one hall, and three toilets to accommodate over 40 students from Sivakasi Government Arts and Science College and more than 50 from private colleges. The cramped conditions have created a crisis for the students, who struggle with inadequate storage, limited restroom facilities, and the challenge of managing their schedules efficiently. Furthermore, the sewage tank frequently overflows, causing unsanitary conditions in the living area.

Speaking to the press, one of the students living in the hostel said, “In this hostel students from far places like Theni, Tenkasi, and Sankarankovil are staying here to study. There is no space; we have only two rooms and a hall. In those two rooms, there isn’t enough space for our luggage, so we have to keep our belongings in the hall where we also staying and sleeping. It’s very cramped, and we are having a hard time finding enough space to sleep.”

Another student lamented that, “The restrooms here are improper. There are three restrooms, but one of them has no toilet facility. This leaves only two restrooms for the 52 of us, making it very difficult to bathe and get ready.”

Parents have expressed their concerns, stating that with over 50 students residing in the hostel, the situation has become untenable. They highlighted the difficulties the girls face in terms of personal hygiene, laundry, and even basic daily activities like studying and eating. They urge the authorities to secure a safer accommodation with essential amenities.

In response, District Adi Dravidar Welfare Officer Ramesh mentioned that a project proposal for a new building for the Sivakasi Adi Dravidar College student hostel has been submitted to the government. Preliminary steps are being taken to acquire a suitable government site at Sivakasi Government College. He assured that efforts are underway to find a safer location with adequate facilities for the students and that a move will happen soon.

Dalit activists, reflecting on the situation, share a starkly different perspective. They highlight that the girls reported their concerns to the Adi Dravidar Welfare Board Commissioner, who visited them at 9:30 PM, allegedly sent the warden away, verbally abused the girls, and issued threats. They emphasize that approximately 80 percent of the SC/ST budget is designated for Adi Dravidar schools and hostels, yet these funds have not translated into better conditions.

Recently, a young female reporter was also threatened by the DMK government’s Adi Dravidar Welfare Commissioner for covering the dire state of the Mylapore Boys’ Adi Dravidar Hostel in Chennai. This pattern of neglect and mistreatment of Dalit students has persisted under both the AIADMK and DMK parties for decades, with the current DMK administration seemingly perpetuating this disappointment. Activists question the whereabouts of the Adi Dravidar Minister Kayalvizhi N, as well as the MLAs and MPs from reserved constituencies. In response, the children have submitted a petition to the Sivakasi collector regarding these issues.

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“We Are Kalaignar’s Slaves, You Can Call Us Bonded Labour (Kothadimai) Working For The Kazhagam”, Says DMK Cadre At DMK’s 75th Anniversary Event

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The DMK conducted an event commemorating the party’s 75th anniversary and ‘Mupperum Vizha’ at the YMCA Grounds in Nandanam. Apart from TN CM MK Stalin, DMK treasurer TR Baalu, deputy general secretaries A Raja, Ponmudy, and others also spoke. The meeting also included the presentation of awards established in honor of party leaders.

Among the awardees, one of the cadres who was given an award when asked about it said, “I am very happy. I have been associated with the DMK from my college days as a Youth Wing member and it continues to this day without a pause. The reason for that is that the organization has continuously been encouraging us. We have been toiling from Kalaignar’s time. After him, we toiled for Thalapathy and now we have received the affection of Chinnavar (Udhayanidhi Stalin) and we continue to work hard to receive his respect as well. My goal, wish, and objective is that Kalaignar’s family must rule the country and the party. We are Kalaignar’s slaves. We do not bother if we are called bonded labourers working for the family and the party. Yes, we are slaves.”

When asked about how the DMK has functioned as a party, he said, “DMK is a regional party. It has proved that TN can be ruled by regional parties. Regional parties may come and go but it is the DMK that has held fort for so long and protected TN, the Tamil race, the Tamil language, and Tamil culture. We are from small families, and we are given immense respect and because of that we will work hard for the party and stand behind him.”

He also added, “Udhayanidhi Stalin must be made Deputy CM. This post is not for authority. It is only to reduce the workload of our Thalapathy who has been working so hard. We are sure he will do well, and TN will be prosperous.”

When asked about the upcoming Assembly elections in 2026, he said, “We will win 200 out of 234, that is our secret mantra. This is in our blood. It will surely happen, and we believe it will.”

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Grandson Of EVR’s Brother & Congress MLA EVKS Elangovan Makes Misogynist Comments About Nirmala Sitharaman, BJP’s H Raja Slams

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Grandson Of EVR's Brother & Congress MLA EVKS Elangovan Makes Misogynist Comments About Nirmala Sitharaman, BJP's H Raja Slams

Tamil Nadu BJP Coordinating Committee President H Raja strongly condemned Erode East Congress MLA EVKS Elangovan for his remarks during a press conference on 17 September 2024. Elangovan suggested that Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman should exhibit “modesty and humility” solely because she is a woman. Raja criticized this statement as hypocritical, noting that while they claim to be champions of women’s empowerment in the spirit of E.V. Ramasamy, they express contempt for women in high positions. He called for an apology for this unacceptable behaviour.

During a press conference in Erode following the celebration of E.V. Ramasamy’s birth anniversary, Erode East Congress MLA EVKS Elangovan suggested that Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman should “behave herself” simply because she is a woman. His comments were a response to the recent controversy surrounding a viral video of a confrontation between the owner of Sri Annapoorna Hotel, Srinivasan, and Sitharaman during a GST meeting. Rather than addressing the issue at hand, Elangovan chose to target her gender, further fueling the controversy.

EVKS Elangovan said, “When you are a minister, especially as a woman minister, you should have modesty and humility. Without any reaction on her face, she is sitting there like a stone. So, it shows that Nirmala Sitharaman doesn’t have a humanity that respects human beings.”

In response to this comment, Tamil Nadu BJP Coordinating Committee President H. Raja expressed his anger through his official X account, stating, “How did you, Mr. @EVKSElangovan, get the courage to say, “she should be modest because she is a woman minister”? You, who claim to be the grandson of Periyar, looking at Mrs. @nsitharaman, who was our country’s first Defense Minister and our current Union Finance Minister, and saying “women ministers need modesty and humility,” sheds light on your vileness towards women leaders.”

“Whether abroad or at home, it has become a habit of Congressmen to insult our motherland and women and controversially criticize them constantly. Everyone knows it’s in your blood to criticize women at will uncivilly. Have you not come to your senses even after defaming the meeting of our Prime Minister of India and Mrs. Jayalalitha, who are inevitable great leaders in the history of politics and facing the wrath of the people of Tamil Nadu?” he added.

“Similarly, you are the one who, without sense, publicly criticized a woman deputy mayor of Salem, saying, “You are getting so beautiful,” when she came to congratulate you last year. Your short-sightedness in daring to criticize a woman minister in an important position in the central cabinet today in even the slightest disrespectful manner is highly objectionable. Thus, you, who cannot tolerate women being in power, are not fit for the political life that determines the rights of the people,” he further added.

“Therefore, it is only dignified for a senior political leader to apologize for your controversial criticism of our Union Finance Minister, who has constantly criticized women in an objectionable manner,” demanded an apology.

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Illegal Entry And Forced Prostitution: Bangladeshi Woman Arrested In Chennai With Tripura Boyfriend Mohammad Yasin Mia

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A 26-year-old Bangladeshi woman, who allegedly escaped civil unrest in her homeland and later became entangled in a prostitution ring in Chennai, has been arrested for illegally entering India. The Chennai police also apprehended her boyfriend, Mohammad Yasin Mia, for forging documents to falsely claim that she was a resident of Agartala, Tripura. Authorities are now searching for two of Mia’s associates involved in the prostitution racket.

The Bangladeshi woman is said to have crossed into India illegally to reunite with Mia during the recent turmoil in Bangladesh. She stayed with him for ten days in Agartala, where Mia forged documents to present her as an Indian citizen. The couple then travelled to Chennai, where Mia was reportedly involved in human trafficking with his friends, Kapil and Rumki. They arranged accommodation for the couple in a rented house in Adambakkam.

According to police sources, Mia and his associates pressured the woman into prostitution to cover their daily expenses. Initially reluctant, she eventually agreed but protested when customers visited her day and night. After she expressed a desire to return to Agartala, Mia reportedly locked her inside the house when he left. Seizing an opportunity when the door was left open, she escaped and took an autorickshaw to the Guindy police station, where she reported the situation.

Following her complaint, a police team led by Inspector Vimal arrested Mia from the Adambakkam house while his accomplices Kapil and Rumki remain at large. Upon questioning, Mia revealed that Afra was from Bangladesh, and police verification confirmed her documents were forged.

The woman was arrested under the Foreigners Act for illegally entering and residing in India without valid documentation. Mia and the woman were produced before a magistrate and remanded to judicial custody as the investigation continues.

(With inputs from TOI)

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“Central Govt Has Formed A Committee Full Of Brahmins To Rewrite Indian History, Time For DMK To Show Its Strength”, Says DMK Min Duraimurugan At DMK’s 75th Anniversary Event

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"Central Govt Has Formed A Committee Full Of Brahmins To Rewrite Indian History, Time For DMK To Show Its Strength", Says DMK Min Durai murugan At DMK's 75th Anniversary Event disproportionate asset

DMK General Secretary Duraimurugan accused the BJP-led Centre of pushing for Hindi imposition and attempting to rewrite Indian history by erasing Dravidian connections to the Indus Valley Civilization by stacking a newly formed historical committee with Brahmins. While the DMK claims the history committee is biased, it’s important to note that it includes experts from various fields and was established under the Ministry of Culture in 2018.

The DMK conducted an event commemorating the party’s 75th anniversary and ‘Mupperum Vizha’ at the YMCA Grounds in Nandanam. Apart from TN CM MK Stalin, DMK treasurer TR Baalu, deputy general secretaries A Raja, Ponmudy, and others also spoke.

DMK General Secretary Duraimurugan addressed the BJP-led NDA government’s push for Hindi at the Centre. He warned that if the BJP persisted with this agenda, it would witness the force and vigor of the DMK in action. He said, “For those asking what the DMK did? I will tell you. It made us wear slippers and took us into temples.“

DMK General Secretary Duraimurugan criticized the BJP-led Union government for establishing a committee to rewrite Indian history. He accused the committee of attempting to alter the history of the Indus Valley Civilization, alleging that its goal was to erase the Dravidian connection to the civilization.

“Recently the government in Delhi formed a committee. The committee was appointed by the Government of India to rewrite the history of India. They are going to rewrite the history of India, and for that, they set up this committee. What is wrong with that history? So far, we were calling Harappa, Mohenjodaro a Dravidian civilization. But the committee says that it is Brahmins’, the civilization of the Aryans. They called it the Saraswati civilization. Where did Saraswati come from? In Allahabad. Three rivers flow there. They gave 2 rivers’ names, we asked what about the third one, and they said it flows underneath. That is the Saraswati civilization that they are calling today. The rewrite committee has 17 people nominated by the central government of which 3 are officials, government officials. The rest of the 14 members – all of them are Brahmins. The central government set up a committee to rewrite our history and all of them are Brahmins? They needed one more person on the committee. They could not find him here, they found him in Canada, a Brahmin. He is the President of the Canadian Chapter of Brahmin International and head office in Delhi. He is Canada’s Brahmin Sangham’s head. Once again, we have to sing the old tune. If this continues, if BJP continues to do this, time has come for the DMK to show its strength.” Duraimurugan said.

While Duraimurugan has alleged that the government has formed a ‘Committee to rewrite Indian history,‘ claiming that 14 out of its 17 members are Brahmins, it is noteworthy that the Culture Minister Mahesh Sharma pushed for setting up this committee.

Notably, the 2018 committee comprises a geologist, archaeologist, experts in ancient Sanskrit, and two bureaucrats. However, as claimed, the name of the Canadian Brahmin Sangham head is not clear, and there seems to be no clarity on whether he is a part of the committee. 

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From Writing Mercy Pleas For Terrorists To Disrespecting Indian Army: Atishi Marlena’s Controversial Family Background

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From Writing Mercy Pleas For Terrorists To Disrespecting Indian Army: Atishi Marlena's Controversial Family Background

With Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal resigning, the Aam Aadmi Party’s Atishi Marlena is now the Chief Minister of Delhi. But what is her background, and who is her family? Let’s dig into this a bit. Her mother is Tripta Wahi, and her father is Vijay Singh. They are said to have grave anti-national credentials. So, what are they?

Mercy Petition For Afzal Guru

One of the most disgusting things that Atishi Marlena’s mother, Tripta Wahi, did was being the convener of the committee that wanted Afzal Guru to be free of charge & Vijay Singh was a member, too. Along with many liberals, they signed this mercy petition to the President of India, which seeks to set aside the punishment given to terrorist Afzal Guru. In the attached video, you can see Tripta Wahi favouring Afzal Guru.

Condemning Judiciary For Afzal Guru Hanging

A year after the hanging of Afzal Guru, Tripta Wahi at a public meeting, said “Even the judiciary failed us on which we always believed. Every democratic institution failed us. After the attack, suddenly Indian nationalism and Hindu Nationalism got together and made it impossible for any human rights’ voices to be heard.”

“Equally Disturbed” By Pakistani Soldiers Dying On Border

In 2016, Tripta Wahi told news magazine Frontline when she was asked what she thought of soldiers dying in Siachen Glacier, she said: “Yes, it disturbs me very much. But I get equally disturbed by Pakistani soldiers dying on the border.”

Soldiers Are Paid To Die

Tripta Wahi’s colleagues disclosed that at the time of the Kargil war, she had refused to donate money for the soldiers killed or maimed in the conflict. “Why do we need to pay them? These soldiers are paid to die,” she had remarked.

 

Radical Notes On Maoist Resistance To Oppose Indian ‘Hegemony’ In Nepal

In 2008, Vijay Singh, berated RAW and Indian officials, saying that they were interfering with the working of Nepal. He remarked, “Finally the role of Hindu fascist forces such as Yogi Adityanath in fomenting trouble inside Nepal by organizing a conference in December 2006 of Vishwa Hindu Sangam in support of the Hindi king shows how precarious the situation has turned for the Nepalese people.”

Close Relations With SAR Gilani

In 2016, a day after SAR Gilani was arrested under charges of sedition, criminal conspiracy, and being part of an unlawful assembly, the police questioned Tripta Wahi, as she was present with Gilani on the dais & was part of an unlawful assembly in connection with an event organized at Press Club of India.

From Atishi Singh To Atishi MarLena

With the genes of such incredible parents, Atishi Marlena is sure to be quite revolutionary herself. After all, given her parents’ communist links, her name is believed to be derived from famous communists Karl Marx and Vladimir Lenin.

Vote For Goons/Gundas 

This is not all — her political statements seem to show anarchic ideology. In 2019 she said it is better to vote for goons/gundas than a competent candidate.

At a public meeting at Tikona Park in 2019, Atishi Marlena urged voters to support the SP-BSP alliance in Uttar Pradesh as the only viable option to defeat the BJP. She suggested that even if the alliance’s candidates had criminal backgrounds, voting for them was preferable to allowing the saffron party to win.

She allegedly said, “It is our responsibility to vote for such a candidate/party that can defeat BJP. No single party in the country can defeat the BJP alone. There are regional parties that are fighting against BJP in several states. In UP, only the SP-BSP collation can defeat the BJP. So if, one should vote for the alliance no matter how the candidate is. If the candidate is a goonda, still, we have to vote for the candidate to defeat BJP,”

Defaming India Abroad

If you thought Rahul Gandhi defamed India abroad, think again. Marlena did it first.

In 2023, at the Cambridge India Conference in the UK, Atishi said that India may be the fastest-growing G20 economy, with a 3.5 trillion economy, but its condition is worse than Sri Lanka’s.

She said, “Although we are often told that India’s GDP has crossed the $3.5 trillion mark and it is the fastest-growing G20 economy… one key indicator of the country’s situation is the Human Development Index, where India ranks 132 out of 191 countries. Several smaller countries such as Bhutan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, have higher ranks in this index.” 

AAP Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal calls Marlena a “puppet” CM. Given her past statements and family history of love for terrorists and radicals, it seems quite clear that Marlena will not likely be a puppet CM, and Delhi will see some very drastic changes in the near future.

This article is based on an X thread by The Pamphlet.

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A Woman Whose Family Fought For Afzal Guru Was Made Delhi CM, Says Swati Maliwal

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A Woman Whose Family Fought For Afzal Guru Was Made Delhi CM, Says Swati Maliwal

Soon after the Aam Aadmi Party named Atishi for the post of Chief Minister of Delhi, Rajya Sabha member Swati Maliwal expressed strong disapproval, saying that this was a sad day for Delhi, and also termed her as the ‘dummy CM’.

Maliwal took to X and wrote in Hindi (translated), “Today is a sorrowful day for Delhi. Today, a woman whose family fought a long battle to save terrorist Afzal Guru from being hanged is being made the Chief Minister of Delhi. Her parents wrote mercy petitions to the Honorable President to save terrorist Afzal Guru. According to them, Afzal Guru was innocent and was framed as part of a political conspiracy. Although Atishi Marlena is just a ‘dummy CM’, this issue is still related to the country’s security. May God protect Delhi!”

Maliwal commented after Atishi was unanimously chosen to succeed Arvind Kejriwal as the next Chief Minister on Tuesday.

Minister Gopal Rai, while briefing the press, said that Atishi got unanimous support at the AAP legislature party meeting and added that she would be the next Delhi CM until the next Assembly elections. Gopal Rai further told the media that Arvind Kejriwal will visit the Delhi L-G office at around 4:30 p.m. and tender his resignation. The party will then stake a claim for the next government formation under Atishi.

While sharing the details of the change of guard in Delhi, Gopal Rai also lashed out at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Centre for plotting AAP’s downfall. Atishi holds key portfolios in the Delhi government, such as the Education and Public Works Department. An Oxford University alumnus and a Rhodes scholar, Atishi has worked extensively on the AAP’s flagship exercise to overhaul education in Delhi’s schools. The Kalkaji MLA became a minister after Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia was arrested for an alleged liquor scam case.

–IANS

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India Sees 5.35 Pc Growth In Exports At $328.86 Billion In April-August

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India Sees 5.35 Pc Growth In Exports At $328.86 Billion In April-August

Data by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry showed on Tuesday that India’s total exports during the April-August period were estimated at $328.86 billion, registering a positive growth of 5.35 percent.

Total imports during the first five months of the current fiscal are estimated at $375.33 billion, registering a growth of 7.20 per cent. Merchandise exports during the April-August 2024 period were $178.68 billion as compared to $176.67 billion during the same period last year, registering a positive growth of 1.14 per cent. Merchandise trade deficit during the April-August period was $116.64 billion compared to $99.16 billion during the same period last year.

In the month of August, India’s total exports (merchandise and services) reached $65.40 billion, the data showed. Merchandise exports during August were $34.71 billion as compared to $38.28 billion in August last year. Non-petroleum and non-gems and jewellery exports in April-August 2024 were $135.75 billion, compared to $128.95 billion in April-August 2023. Non-petroleum, non-gems and jewellery (gold, silver and precious metals) imports in April-August 2024 were $186.25 billion, compared to $177.13 billion in April-August 2023.

Major drivers of merchandise export growth in August included engineering goods, organic and inorganic chemicals, electronic goods, RMG of all textiles, and drugs and pharmaceuticals. Engineering goods exports increased by 4.36 per cent from $9.05 billion in August 2023 to $9.44 billion in August 2024. Organic and inorganic chemicals exports increased by 8.32 per cent from $2.19 billion in August 2023 to $2.37 billion in August this year. Electronic goods exports increased by 7.85 per cent from $2.16 billion in August 2023 to $2.33 billion in August 2024. Drugs and pharmaceuticals exports increased by 4.67 per cent from $2.24 billion in August 2023 to $2.35 billion in August 2024, the data showed. The estimated value of services exports for August is $30.69 billion as compared to $28.71 billion in August 2023.

–IANS

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