Industrialists in Gujarat's Vapi express high hopes from Union Budget 2026

IANS | January 23, 2026 6:54 PM

Vapi, Jan 23 (IANS) Industries in Gujarat's Vapi district, which earn crores of rupees in foreign exchange through exports, are currently going through a difficult phase due to the Trump-led US administration's tariffs on Indian products. In such a scenario, there are expectations from leading industrialists here that the Union Budget presented by the Central government this time will provide relief to the local industries in the state.

Pakistan’s exports contract for fifth month in a row

IANS | January 23, 2026 5:11 PM

New Delhi, Jan 23 (IANS) Pakistan’s exports plummeted by 20.4 per cent in December 2025, marking the fifth consecutive monthly decline that reflects the deep-rooted economic crisis plaguing the country, according to official figures.