Government invites applications for 30 products' import quota under India-Oman trade pactUnder the CEPA, India has granted quota-based tariff concessions to certain Omani goods such as dates, marble, copper weld wire, aluminium ...
03 Aug, 2026, 07.44 PM IST
UAE eVisa guide for GCC residents: Who can apply and how to get the entry permitGCC residents can now apply for an electronic entry permit before traveling. This UAE eVisa allows eligible expatriates a stay of up to thi...
03 Aug, 2026, 01.18 PM IST
Flying from India to the UAE? Know these baggage restrictions on food, medicines and other itemsTravelers from India to the UAE must check airline and customs regulations before packing. Certain food items like copra and poppy seeds ar...
03 Aug, 2026, 12.19 PM IST
India, Canada aim to conclude CEPA trade pact by end-2026: MEAIndia and Canada are working to finalize their economic partnership agreement. Negotiations for the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agre...
03 Aug, 2026, 12.18 AM IST
America is exporting bewilderment to the rest of the worldPresident Donald Trump's foreign policy is reshaping global alliances as allies question US reliability and rivals exploit uncertainty. Fro...
02 Aug, 2026, 02.31 PM IST
UAE freezes 'Desi Bling' star Satish Sanpal's assets over money laundering probeBesides the financial services accounts and digital wallets of Satish, the FIU freezing order, issued about a fortnight ago, extends to acc...
01 Aug, 2026, 11.51 PM IST
India-Arab business chambers join hands to push trade & investment tiesIndia and Arab countries signed a trade and investment pact this week. The agreement aims to boost bilateral trade and business partnership...
01 Aug, 2026, 06.51 PM IST
FCNR deposits from Indian diaspora in UAE come in big; some say flow could be biggerUAE is poised to spearhead India's special FCNR(B) deposit scheme, with enticing dollar rates and beneficial tax incentives attracting cons...
01 Aug, 2026, 09.13 AM IST
First tariff-free Scottish salmon shipment arrives in Bengaluru under UK-India CETAThe consignment of fresh farmed Scottish salmon, produced by Bakkafrost and imported by Bengaluru-based Sashimi Foods Private Limited, reac...
31 Jul, 2026, 11.32 PM IST
India-EU FTA includes separate annexure to address EU carbon taxThe India-EU free trade agreement negotiations focused on the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism. A comprehensive work plan will address co...
31 Jul, 2026, 12.15 AM IST
India-EU FTA includes dedicated framework to address CBAM concerns, says commerce officialIn the India-European Union free trade agreement, a proactive framework for a carbon border adjustment mechanism is established, aimed at p...
30 Jul, 2026, 03.28 PM IST
UPI now accepted for online Burj Khalifa bookings before Indians arrive in Dubai; first for UAE attractionIndian travellers can now book Burj Khalifa tickets online using UPI. This integration makes the Dubai attraction the first in the UAE to a...
29 Jul, 2026, 12.59 PM IST
UAE sovereign funds, firms to boost investments in IndiaUAE investments in India are set to significantly increase in coming months. Key sectors like artificial intelligence and logistics will se...
28 Jul, 2026, 07.01 AM IST
US-Saudi N-word will have wider falloutLast week, the US and Saudi Arabia reached a pivotal civil nuclear agreement that strays from US non-proliferation norms, conflicting with ...
27 Jul, 2026, 11.01 PM IST
Trilateral critical mineral deals, wider air pact key to India-UAE ties ahead, says UAE MinisterIndia and the UAE are exploring joint investments in third countries for critical minerals. This strategic partnership aims to secure vital...
27 Jul, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
India, Israel conclude second round of trade pact negotiationsIndia and Israel have concluded the second round of FTA negotiations, covering key areas such as goods and services trade, customs, intelle...
24 Jul, 2026, 04.46 PM IST
UAE eyes energy, food, semiconductor sectors for stronger investment ties with GujaratThe United Arab Emirates plans to increase investments in Gujarat's food security and energy sectors. Logistics and semiconductors are also...
23 Jul, 2026, 05.31 PM IST