Chikkamagaluru: The ongoing conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran is directly impacting India’s coffee sector through variations in domestic prices. The planters and traders in the Malnad region, comprising Chikkamagaluru, Hassan and Kodagu districts, are confused about the market.Although the planters want to sell coffee beans, the majority of the traders are not coming...Read More

[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] The import of pet dogs and cats by Indians returning home from the war-hit countries in the Middle East has been relaxed by the Indian government as “a one-time relaxation measure.” “Considering the unique and extraordinary situations in war-hit Middle East countries...Read More

During January ****, textile exports eased by *.* per cent to $**.* million. This decline was linked to subdued demand for raw and intermediate textile products from local garment manufacturers. Over the same period, exports of other manufactured textile articles increased by *.* per cent to $*.* million, reflecting steady demand for niche and value-added...Read More

The government has finalised a plan to import five lakh tonnes of urea fertiliser as a precautionary measure amid fears that a prolonged US-Israel war on Iran could disrupt Bangladesh’s fertiliser supply after June. Apart from urea, Bangladesh is set to sign a contract with Egypt to import DAP and TSP fertilisers, while proposals from...Read More

Kazakhstan Exports Agricultural Products to Over 72 Countries Kazakhstan achieved a record grain harvest in 2025 thanks to state support for spring field and harvest work, favorable weather, and modern farming technologies. “For the second year in a row, Kazakhstan has produced record grain yields. In 2025, with an average yield of 16.3 centners per...Read More