CBIC holds outreach programme in Chandigarh to discuss GST 2.0 reforms with taxpayersMore than 200 taxpayers and industry representatives participated in an outreach programme with CBIC leadership. The engagement aimed to di...
30 Oct, 2026, 06.38 PM IST
TRAI releases draft guidelines on responsible AI use in telecom networks, servicesTRAI has released draft guidelines for the responsible deployment of artificial intelligence across telecom networks and services, inviting...
30 Oct, 2026, 06.13 PM IST
Union Minister Hardeep Puri nominated for third Rajya Sabha termParty leaders said Puri's diplomatic experience has proved valuable in handling the petroleum portfolio at a time when global conflicts and...
29 Oct, 2026, 01.01 AM IST
India, Mexico begin talks for trade pact; aim to boost commerce, investmentsIndia and Mexico have initiated negotiations for a preferential trade agreement to enhance bilateral trade and investment. The agreement ai...
28 Oct, 2026, 05.47 PM IST
Hardeep Singh Puri nominated for Rajya Sabha from Madhya Pradesh, ending uncertainty over his seatHardeep Singh Puri has been nominated by the Bharatiya Janata Party for the Rajya Sabha polls. He previously served as a member of the Rajy...
28 Oct, 2026, 02.15 PM IST
India, Mexico sign terms of reference to kickstart trade pact negotiationsIndia and Mexico have signed the Terms of Reference to initiate negotiations on a Preferential Trade Agreement. This agreement aims to enha...
28 Oct, 2026, 11.20 AM IST
India considers measures to boost local production of 100 critical inputs to cut import reliance, government official saysIndia is taking steps to encourage the local manufacturing of 100 key items that are currently imported. This initiative aims to decrease d...
27 Oct, 2026, 07.09 PM IST
DPIIT advances trust-based governance to ease business regulations across IndiaThe government has cut 47,957 compliance requirements across Central ministries and states to ease business operations, including 22,290 di...
27 Oct, 2026, 02.31 PM IST
India-Russia trade grew by 20 per cent this year: Russian State Duma ChairmanIndia imported $44.9 billion of Russian goods during the period, including $36 billion in crude oil. Indian exports to Russia totaled $2.8 ...
27 Oct, 2026, 11.11 AM IST
India-US trade deal enters fine-tuning stage as most talks conclude, says Piyush GoyalIndia and the US are refining their bilateral trade agreement after concluding most discussions on the deal. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal...
26 Oct, 2026, 05.46 PM IST
India expected to extend duty-free cotton imports through December, sources sayIndia is expected to extend the 11% customs duty exemption on cotton imports until the end of December to ease supply shortages, lower dome...
26 Oct, 2026, 03.26 PM IST
India, Dutch port authorities weigh digital push to boost logistics: Piyush GoyalCommerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal and Port of Rotterdam CEO Boudewijn Siemons held discussions on advancing port-led growth, logi...
26 Oct, 2026, 12.52 AM IST
Pakistan reopens Iran border crossing after week-long suspension of tradeThe Gabd-Rimdan border crossing between Pakistan and Iran is back in action, after being closed for a week. This suspension had a significa...
25 Oct, 2026, 11.47 AM IST
India, Russia aim for $100 billion trade by 2030 as Modi, Putin push cooperationIndian Ambassador Vinay Kumar announced collaboration plans between India and Russia to increase trade significantly. Prime Minister Narend...
24 Oct, 2026, 12.46 PM IST
India is not living in isolation, says Piyush Goyal, as India-EU FTA and several trade pacts pave the way for German R&DPiyush Goyal emphasized the importance of collaboration between Indian and German research institutes during his visit. He highlighted the ...
24 Oct, 2026, 08.28 AM IST
Commerce ministry organising FTA outreach initiatives to help states unlock export potential: Piyush GoyalIn a significant announcement, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal introduced plans designed to optimize the use of free trade agre...
21 Oct, 2026, 03.23 PM IST
China curbs spur push for local manufacturingIndia's government will consult stakeholders on measures to mitigate the impact of Chinese export constraints. China recently imposed new r...
20 Oct, 2026, 01.38 AM IST