New Delhi, May 15 -- India began FY27 on a strong trade note, with overall exports rising to USD 80.80 billion in April 2026 and the country's overall trade deficit narrowing year-on-year to USD 7.81 billion, according to data released by the Commerce Ministry on Friday.

India's overall exports, including merchandise and services, stood at USD 80.80 billion in April 2026, up from USD 71.13 billion in April 2025, according to data released by the Commerce Ministry on Friday.

India's overall imports during the month stood at USD 88.61 billion, up from USD 82.29 billion a year ago.

However, despite the rise in imports, the country's overall trade deficit narrowed sharply to USD 7.81 billion in April 2026 from USD 11.16 billion a year ago,...