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Surge in India's engineering exports validation of country's progress: Commerce ministry officialThis expansion, despite a challenging global trade landscape, underscores the resilience of Indian exporters and their increasing contribut...
Phase 1 of India-US trade pact hinges on Section 301 probe, official saysIndia and the US are set to finalize the first phase of their trade agreement soon. This move is contingent on the conclusion of ongoing Se...
India, UK talks progressing on resolving issues for trade pact implementation: OfficialIndia and the UK are making good progress on their free trade agreement. Discussions are ongoing to resolve issues like the UK's steel safe...
Engineering exports rise to $122 billion, emerge as India's largest export segmentThis remarkable growth, driven by government support and a diversified product basket, highlights the sector's resilience and global compet...
PM Modi congratulates Major Barak on being conferred UN Military Gender Advocate of the Year AwardMajor Abhilasha Barak received the UN Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award. She is an Indian woman peacekeeper and the country's firs...
Business pushback led to soft stance on green card policy: ReportAmerican business leaders successfully influenced US government policy on green cards. Following a new rule requiring foreign workers to re...
Sumitomo Corporation can invest ¥ 10 trillion in India over the next decade: S JaishankarExternal Affairs Minister S Jaishankar recently convened with Shingo Ueno, the CEO of Sumitomo Corporation, to explore collaborative invest...
Govt sets up six sector groups to fast-track ‘Make in India 2.0’ pushIn a bold move towards self-sufficiency, India is ramping up its domestic manufacturing initiatives! Six government-led teams are tasked wi...
India, US reaffirm push for trade deal, call talks ‘nearly done except commas’Recent trade negotiations in New Delhi marked a pivotal moment for India and the United States. A dedicated US delegation engaged with Indi...
Govt sets up 6 sector-specific groups to identify products to boost manufacturing, cut importsIndia is boosting domestic manufacturing. Six expert groups will identify 100 products to reduce import dependence. This initiative aims to...
Lao PDR deputy PM invites Indian businesses to tap growth opportunitiesLao PDR Deputy Prime Minister Thongsavan Phomvihane visited India seeking strategic partners for his country. He highlighted Lao PDR's poli...
India-UK FTA implementation stuck due to carbon tax on steel; Scotch duties may be rolled back to rebalance pactIndia and the UK held "great conversations" to boost economic ties, with discussions focusing on the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agree...
India, UK discuss sticking points delaying free trade pact rolloutAs India and the UK maneuver through complex trade discussions, they are focused on addressing the sticking points that are currently slowi...
UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper to visit India soon; FTA among key agenda items: MEAUK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper is visiting India soon. Discussions will focus on the proposed Free Trade Agreement. Trade and investmen...
West Bengal government holds pre-budget talks with industry bodies'West Bengal's finance department met with industry leaders for pre-budget consultations. Stakeholders presented proposals to boost investme...
Myanmar assures India against allowing its territory against India’s security interestsPrime Minister Narendra Modi and Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing held talks in New Delhi focused on security cooperation, border manageme...
India may rethink Scotch whisky tariff cuts if UK does not ease steel import curbsIn a strategic move, India may reconsider its tariff reductions on British products, especially Scotch whisky, pending the UK's solutions t...
UK Business Secretary Peter Kyle to meet Piyush Goyal on June 2 over India-UK FTA rolloutOn June 2, UK’s Business and Trade Secretary Peter Kyle is set to embark on a significant visit to India, where he will engage with Commerc...
India-US trade deal: Large parts finalised, talks resume June 2 in New Delhi, says Piyush GoyalIndia and the United States are nearing a trade agreement. Key details have been finalized, with negotiators meeting to resolve remaining i...
Commerce ministry to hold workshops on FTAs across countryThe commerce ministry will hold nationwide workshops to inform businesses about the advantages of India's Free Trade Agreements. These pact...