Lower house passes amendments curbing states power to tax mineralsLok Sabha passed the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, curbing states' powers to impose taxes and cess ...
12 Aug, 2026, 05.57 PM IST
India Commerce Secy Rajesh Agrawal to visit Chile this month to review CEPA talks: OfficialCommerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal will visit Chile this month for trade talks. India and Chile are negotiating to expand their existing tra...
12 Aug, 2026, 03.43 PM IST
Parliament roundup: Trade pact talks, supply chains, jobs and agriculture in focusTextiles and apparel exports are projected to reach 3.3 lakh crore by FY26. Tobacco product exports saw significant growth in quantity and ...
12 Aug, 2026, 01.07 AM IST
India-SACU trade pact talks to begin by September, conclude within a yearIndia and Southern African Customs Union will sign terms of reference for trade pact negotiations soon. These talks are expected to conclud...
11 Aug, 2026, 11.22 PM IST
Earlier this year, researchers analyzed ancient Chilean mummies for traces of smallpox DNA. The evidence produced the first direct molecular proof that European colonists brought the deadly virus to the AmericasSmallpox DNA discovery: Ancient DNA from Chilean mummies offers direct evidence of European smallpox introduction. This discovery supports ...
11 Aug, 2026, 09.45 PM IST
Critical minerals being prioritised in trade, investment engagements: Govt tells ParliamentIndia is strengthening supply chains by prioritizing energy and semiconductor sectors. The nation aims to reduce import dependence through ...
11 Aug, 2026, 06.44 PM IST
Coal India weighs acquiring Wealth Minerals unit with Chile lithium assetsCoal India is exploring acquiring a Chilean unit of Wealth Minerals. This move aims to secure vital lithium resources for electric vehicle ...
11 Aug, 2026, 02.07 PM IST
India-SACU trade pact terms may be signed tomorrowIndia and the Southern African Customs Union are on the verge of finalizing terms for a significant trade pact. This agreement aims to set ...
11 Aug, 2026, 01.25 AM IST
Indonesia-India discuss proposal to create Preferential Trade AgreementIndonesian and Indian trade ministers met to boost bilateral trade and investment. They discussed accelerating cooperation and enhancing ma...
10 Aug, 2026, 08.51 PM IST
India, South Africa-led SACU group may ink terms of reference for negotiating trade pact on Aug 12India and the SACU group will sign terms of reference for trade talks. Negotiations for a preferential trade agreement are expected to begi...
10 Aug, 2026, 04.22 PM IST
Hindustan Copper eyes Chile mines, plans concentrate sales to Hindalco, AdaniHindustan Copper plans to sell copper concentrate from acquired mines to Hindalco and Adani. The company is also discussing a joint venture...
10 Aug, 2026, 02.07 PM IST
India can diversify exports away from US if 100% tariffs imposed, has $200 bn market in 15 other countries: Economist SP SharmaIndia could diversify exports if the US imposes steep tariffs linked to Russian crude purchases, economist SP Sharma said. He estimates a $...
09 Aug, 2026, 06.47 PM IST
White House adviser declines to link Russia sanctions bill with India trade talksA proposed US sanctions bill targeting Russian oil buyers could affect trade talks with India. White House officials stated negotiators wil...
07 Aug, 2026, 09.42 PM IST
More exporters leveraging benefits of free trade pacts: GovtIn 2025-26, India's ten largest import partner countries were China, UAE, Russia, US, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Hong Kong, Switzerland, Singapore...
07 Aug, 2026, 05.52 PM IST
No concessions, commitments on ethanol import for fuel blending from US in trade talksIndia has dismissed claims regarding United States ethanol imports for fuel blending. All ethanol procurement for the blending program is s...
06 Aug, 2026, 08.21 PM IST
Envoy Kwatra deepens India-US ties through talks on trade, education, investment in GeorgiaAmbassador Vinay Mohan Kwatra met Georgia Governor Brian Kemp to discuss trade. He also engaged with UPS CEO Carol Tome on economic partner...
04 Aug, 2026, 10.51 AM IST
ETMarkets NRI Talk | Valuation reset and cooling AI trade are bringing global investors back to India: Mitesh ShahA moderation in valuations, coupled with the cooling of the global AI-driven rally, has made India a more compelling investment destination...
04 Aug, 2026, 09.09 AM IST