New Delhi, Sep 29 (PTI) The government on Friday exempted export of Bangalore rose onion from duty, subject to certain conditions.

The Finance Ministry issued a notified granting exemption from export duty on Bangalore rose onion provided that the exporter furnishes a certificate from the state horticulture commissioner, certifying the item and quantity of Bangalore Rose Onion to be exported.

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In August, the government had imposed 40 per cent duty on export of all varieties of onions to increase domestic availability and check price rise in local market.

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