China backs Bangladesh's new government: Xi tells PM Tarique RahmanBangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman concluded his Beijing visit by meeting President Xi Jinping, who pledged China's support for Dhaka...
26 Jun, 2026, 01.07 PM IST
Cotton duty or competitiveness? The bigger challenge facing India’s $190 billion textile industryThe government’s temporary import duty relief may ease pressure on mills and exporters, but industry experts say deeper problems in product...
26 Jun, 2026, 12.48 PM IST
Bangladesh urges China to reduce trade gapBangladesh's Prime Minister Tarique Rahman urged China to reduce the trade gap and diversify exports during his Beijing visit. He sought su...
26 Jun, 2026, 10.26 AM IST
As Cabinet-rank envoy takes charge, India reopens tourist visas for Bangladesh nationalsIndia will resume accepting tourist visa applications from Bangladeshi citizens starting June 28, announced High Commissioner Dinesh Trived...
26 Jun, 2026, 12.13 AM IST
India's envoy to Bangladesh assumes office; announces travel visa resumptionIndia's new High Commissioner to Dhaka, Dinesh Trivedi, has announced the resumption of travel visas for Bangladeshi nationals, a significa...
25 Jun, 2026, 05.23 PM IST
Bangladesh, China agree to strengthen cooperation on Teesta river management: reportBangladesh and China have agreed to boost cooperation on managing the Teesta and other rivers. Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, currently in ...
25 Jun, 2026, 03.42 PM IST
MoS George Kurian's resignation fuels Cabinet rejig buzzUnion Minister of State for Minority Affairs George Kurian has resigned, sparking speculation of a Cabinet reshuffle. His Rajya Sabha term ...
24 Jun, 2026, 12.57 AM IST
Chinese tech, investments welcome, but trade opening needs caution: CII PresidentChinese investments and technology are welcome in India, but a cautious approach is needed for trade, according to CII President R Mukundan...
23 Jun, 2026, 01.17 PM IST
Piyush Goyal, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer begin talks on trade pactIndia and the US are in high-level talks to finalize the first phase of their bilateral trade agreement. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal met...
23 Jun, 2026, 01.14 PM IST
India seeks tariff advantage over peers in push to finalise US trade dealIndia's trade minister, Piyush Goyal, revealed on Monday that a trade agreement with the United States is experiencing delays. The primary ...
22 Jun, 2026, 06.35 PM IST
Britain's economic woes fuel discontent with Brexit a decade after historic vote to leave EUA decade after Britain's vote to leave the European Union, business leaders like Simon Boyd and Mike Hawes express frustration. Promises of...
22 Jun, 2026, 11.42 AM IST
Modi leads Yoga Day celebrations in Kolkata, Murmu performs 'asanas' at JabalpurPrime Minister Narendra Modi led the nation in celebrating the 12th International Day of Yoga at Kolkata's Red Road, emphasizing yoga's rol...
21 Jun, 2026, 07.24 PM IST
India, US to hold ministerial-level talks on bilateral trade pact this weekIn a significant development, India and the US are set to conclude the first phase of their trade agreement this week. Commerce Minister Pi...
21 Jun, 2026, 03.56 PM IST
Adani eyes Bengal ports, logistics opportunities as SMPK plans tourism pushKolkata's Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port is set to get a river cruise terminal and museum, boosting tourism. The port aims to increase cargo h...
19 Jun, 2026, 10.29 PM IST
BCCI keeps 2027 World Cup roadmap under wraps, says SaikiaBCCI secretary Devajit Saikia has stated that discussions regarding India's 2027 World Cup plans are confidential. He emphasized that strat...
19 Jun, 2026, 02.28 PM IST
Exports rise 18% to 6-month high in May; trade deficit widensIndia's merchandise exports reached a record $45.2 billion in May. Imports also grew, leading to a trade deficit of $28.21 billion. Commerc...
16 Jun, 2026, 12.17 AM IST
Dinesh Trivedi becomes first politician to serve as India's new High Commissioner to BangladeshDinesh Trivedi arrived in Bangladesh as India's new High Commissioner. He is the first politician to hold this post. Trivedi crossed the la...
13 Jun, 2026, 03.08 PM IST