Bangladesh, Dec. 13 -- Indias export performance in the first half of the current financial year has sent a clear message to global markets: New Delhis trade momentum remains resilient despite rising geopolitical and economic headwinds. According to official data released by the Commerce Ministry last week, Indian exports rose 5.86% year-over-year between April and September, reaching a record $418.91 billion. The figures underscore the growing diversification of Indias export destinations and the increasing role of services in sustaining growth at a time when traditional trade relationships are under strain.

The data comes at a politically sensitive moment. In August, the United States imposed sweeping 50% tariffs on Indian goods, with ...