India’s Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal. File
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The country’s merchandise exports rose 1.87% to $38.5 billion in December 2025, Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal said on Thursday (January 15, 2026).
Imports increased to $63.55 billion in December 2025 from $58.43 billion a year ago.
The trade deficit stood at $25 billion during the month under review.

Despite global uncertainties, India’s exports are recording positive growth, Mr. Agrawal said.
This fiscal, exports of goods and services are likely to cross $850 billion, he added.
During April-December, exports rose 2.44% to $330.29 billion.
Published – January 15, 2026 04:01 pm IST
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