Reports IndicesTuesday, 21 April 2026·The Hindu
NITI Aayog releases 7th Trade Watch Quarterly with 1.6% export growth
NITI Aayog released the 7th Trade Watch Quarterly in New Delhi on April 20, 2026, highlighting trade trends and the gems and jewellery sector.
Key highlights
Direct fact
On April 20, 2026, NITI Aayog released the 7th edition of Trade Watch Quarterly in New Delhi, with Suman Bery launching the report as Vice Chairman of NITI Aayog.
Key specifics
- Merchandise exports grew by 1.6% in Q3 of FY 2025-26.
- Merchandise imports rose by 7.9% in the same quarter.
- Services exports increased by 7.8%.
- The thematic focus of this edition is the Gems and Jewellery sector.
- NITI Aayog was established on January 1, 2015, replacing the Planning Commission.
Exam lens
Question type: reports and economy. TNPSC may ask the edition number, the quarter-wise trade growth figures, and the sectoral theme of the 7th Trade Watch Quarterly.