<h1>Government Tightens Rules to Prevent Misclassification and Illegal Export of Non-Basmati Rice; APEDA to Oversee Compliance.</h1> The government has introduced additional safeguards to prevent the misclassification and illegal export of non-basmati white rice as basmati rice. Despite restrictions, rice exports have increased, with significant growth in parboiled and basmati rice exports. To curb illegal exports, contracts for basmati rice exports valued at USD 1200 per MT and above will be registered, while those below will be reviewed. The Agricultural Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) will oversee these measures, including consultations with the trade sector. This action aims to ensure domestic food security and stabilize rice prices amidst rising international demand and production challenges.