India-New Zealand FTA to kick in October 20, opening market opportunities for exportersThe India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement will come into effect on October 20, enhancing trade for both nations. New Zealand expects incre...
19 Oct, 2026, 07.42 PM IST
India notifies first New Zealand FTA duty cuts; sheep meat gets zero duty, kiwi fruit at 15%India has notified the first set of customs duty concessions for imports from New Zealand under their free trade agreement, effective Octob...
19 Oct, 2026, 04.22 PM IST
Bengal CM hints at scrapping VIP gates at Durga Puja pandals after Kolkata stampedeFollowing a tragic stampede during Durga Puja celebrations, Kolkata Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced reforms for crowd management....
18 Oct, 2026, 06.23 PM IST
Commerce Ministry organizes “Leveraging FTAs” outreach program in Jaipur to boost exportsThe Commerce Ministry organized an outreach event in Jaipur, targeting exporters to clarify the use of benefits provided by India's free tr...
17 Oct, 2026, 08.36 PM IST
GST 2.0: How next phase of reforms can simplify compliance and unlock growth for MSMEsThe success of next-generation GST reforms will ultimately be measured on the basis of their ability to lower compliance costs, enhance ref...
16 Oct, 2026, 10.52 AM IST
Australia says won't let big tech have 'unfettered' access to kidsAustralia said Thursday it refused to allow big tech to have "unfettered" access to its kids as it formally introduced new legislation that...
15 Oct, 2026, 09.17 AM IST
India-EU FTA to make avenues for deeper alliance between Indian, Czech cos: Czech Minister HavlicekIndia and the European Union have finalized negotiations for a free trade agreement this year. The deal will foster collaboration between I...
13 Oct, 2026, 09.55 AM IST
PM Modi's free trade push could lead to $140 billion GDP gain for IndiaA more protectionist US could unexpectedly benefit India as New Delhi expands its free-trade agreements (FTAs) to diversify export markets ...
13 Oct, 2026, 09.12 AM IST
ETSA champions show the great Indian dream is all home-brewed and visa-free: Union Minister Piyush GoyalIn a candid conversation with ET’s Deepshikha Sikarwar, he spoke about India’s trade deals, India-US relations, foreign investment, and how...
12 Oct, 2026, 08.34 AM IST
SC bars illegal detention; orders normal Metro, rail, net servicesThe Supreme Court intervened to protect the rights of peaceful protesters against the actions of Delhi authorities. It directed that Metro ...
12 Oct, 2026, 12.37 AM IST
EU and China strike interim trade deal that could cut Chinese hybrid exportsChina and the European Union have agreed on a preliminary trade deal to address trade imbalances. This deal includes reduced tariffs on cer...
10 Oct, 2026, 07.43 AM IST
IMFL segment: Premium products share expected to hit 35-36 pc in 3-4 years, says industryThe India-UK Free Trade Agreement, which became effective from July this year, is supporting premiumisation in the domestic spirits market ...
07 Oct, 2026, 07.43 PM IST
Pulses prices surge: Will cheaper imports bring relief to consumers? Stakeholders dividedIndia currently imposes a 10% import duty on red lentils and chickpeas, while yellow peas attract a 30% duty.
06 Oct, 2026, 12.59 PM IST
GVC integration, supply chain resilience, FTAs key to boost exports, high-end manufacturing: Deloitte IndiaIndia needs deeper integration into global value chains, lower logistics costs and better use of free trade agreements to boost exports and...
04 Oct, 2026, 02.54 PM IST
India goes FTA shopping at G20 as Piyush Goyal works the room with a cart full of trade dealsIndia's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal is actively engaged in negotiations for several trade agreements at the G20 meeting. Talks with the ...
03 Oct, 2026, 05.53 PM IST
India, Australia aim to expedite CECA, review ECTA progress to maximize duty-free access for Indian exportersIndia and Australia are looking to accelerate negotiations on their Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement, with Commerce Minister Pi...
02 Oct, 2026, 08.38 AM IST
India, New Zealand trade pact to boost agri, processed food exports: TPCIStarting on October 20, the free trade agreement between India and New Zealand is set to boost bilateral commerce. This agreement will sign...
01 Oct, 2026, 08.13 AM IST