Posted on 03 Sep 2008
It is reported that Indian government is considering raising the tax on exports of iron ore.
Mr Ram Vilas Paswan steel minters after meeting officials of steel makers told reporters that "One issue being considered is raising the export tax on iron ore. The government is considering it."
In the ongoing tussle between steelmakers and miners, steel makers have asked for hiking export tax to 35% from existing 15%.
