From historical solidarity to strategic trade: The India–South Africa opportunityIndia and South Africa are forging new pathways in trade and investment, showcasing a remarkable growth in bilateral trade. Both nations ar...
18 Sep, 2026, 01.49 PM IST
India must not let energy security become a US trade ‘weapon’, warns GTRIAccording to a warning from a US think tank, Indian goods could face tariffs as high as 100%. This move may compel India to significantly l...
17 Sep, 2026, 07.51 PM IST
Russia squeezed, Saudi route hit, China circles: Why India's oil bill could get heavierIndia is encountering soaring costs for crude oil imports due to ongoing global supply chain issues. Disruptions in Saudi oil export infras...
17 Sep, 2026, 12.23 AM IST
EEPC India calls for eliminating non-tariff barriers and smooth payment mechanism among BRICS nationsEEPC India calls on BRICS countries to dismantle non-tariff barriers and streamline payment systems. Such actions could greatly enhance Ind...
16 Sep, 2026, 10.45 AM IST
India’s exports surge to key markets: US shipments rise 21.83%, China 52.35% & Singapore 161% in August; check the latest trade dataTrade data: August saw a notable rise in India’s merchandise exports to both the US and China, with shipments recording strong year-on-year...
15 Sep, 2026, 10.00 PM IST
Solar's $1.3 bn bet is a turn for India's defence-industrial complexThe piece argues that Solar Industries’ ₹12,951-crore acquisition of South Africa’s Omnia Holdings could mark a new phase for India’s defen...
15 Sep, 2026, 02.13 PM IST
India's met coke imports set for record despite anti-dumping levyIndia's met coke imports are set to reach a record high this year. Domestic shortages and strong pig iron demand fuel higher overseas purch...
15 Sep, 2026, 12.36 PM IST
Xi's plan, with more BRICS characteristicsXi Jinping's five-point plan offers greater BRICS cooperation and a potential shift in focus. This initiative places technology and industr...
15 Sep, 2026, 12.16 AM IST
Making a dollar detour: Why BRICS isn’t breaking up with the dollarThe latest BRICS declaration emphasizes interoperable payment systems and local currency settlement. It explicitly avoids proposing a commo...
14 Sep, 2026, 08.41 PM IST
BRICS 2026: A declaration, no roadmapIndia displayed diplomatic strength by forging consensus for the New Delhi Declaration. Member nations hold differing perspectives on BRICS...
13 Sep, 2026, 11.43 PM IST
A weekend in New Delhi: At BRICS, Modi and India provided an adroit demonstration of tactically gathering a motley crewThe recent BRICS summit hosted twenty nations, fostering debate and wide interpretation of its joint statement. This gathering served as a ...
13 Sep, 2026, 10.58 PM IST
Piyush Goyal urges BRICS to link payment systems, trade in local currenciesIndia's Commerce Minister urged BRICS nations to link payment systems and trade in local currencies. He also called for simplified regulati...
11 Sep, 2026, 11.47 PM IST
India urges BRICS to link payment systems, encourage local currency tradeCommerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal urged BRICS countries to link payment systems, expand local-currency trade, open markets and si...
11 Sep, 2026, 08.00 PM IST
Sweet trouble: Sugar prices surge to 17-month high as govt warns mills against festival hoardingRaw sugar futures have reached their highest level since March 2025. Strong Indian import demand and Brazilian supply disruptions are drivi...
10 Sep, 2026, 06.43 PM IST
The BRICS trade boom has a $226 billion hole for IndiaThe dynamics of India's trade with BRICS nations have transformed, with imports outpacing exports and causing the trade deficit to reach $2...
10 Sep, 2026, 06.14 PM IST
Govt asks sugar mills to ensure adequate supplies during festivals, keep prices 'reasonable'Indian sugar mills are asked to ensure adequate supplies for the upcoming festival season. Domestic mills are seeking to import nearly 800,...
10 Sep, 2026, 01.36 PM IST
Piyush Goyal to meet Russian ministers to advance EAEU trade deal talksIndia's minister will meet Russian and EAEU counterparts to advance trade deal talks. Negotiations for a trade pact with the Eurasian Econo...
10 Sep, 2026, 12.47 AM IST