<h1>State minister urges 10% export incentive boost after US hikes tariffs to 50%, warning of job and revenue losses</h1> A state industries minister urged the central government to raise export incentives for the state's apparel exporters by at least 10% after a US tariff increase to 50% on Indian imports, which officials say has sharply reduced demand and threatens major losses in a key textile hub, risking thousands of jobs and significant revenue. The state leader and a regional exporters association called for immediate support and structural reforms, citing heavy exposure of local exporters to the US market and alleging a lack of consultation by the central government with affected regional stakeholders.