India’s trade strategy: Moving beyond FTAsCurrently, India’s FTA utilisation rate hovers around 25% compared to 70-80% in developed economies.
19 Jun, 2026, 10.04 AM IST
UKIBC hails India-UK trade pact rollout from July 15, says CETA to unlock new growth opportunitiesThe India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement, CETA, will become effective on July 15, 2026. This landmark deal opens new avenues...
18 Jun, 2026, 01.04 PM IST
India-UK free trade deal to take effect on July 15, opening 99% of exports to tariff-free accessIndia and the UK's Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) will take effect on July 15, granting 99% of Indian exports tariff-fre...
18 Jun, 2026, 06.28 AM IST
India-UK FTA draws mixed response from liquor industry over Scotch duty cutsThe India-UK Free Trade Agreement is set to begin on July 15. Alcoholic beverage makers welcome the pact, expecting increased trade and a b...
17 Jun, 2026, 11.18 PM IST
UK-India free trade deal to kick in on July 15, cutting tariffs by over $480 mn in year oneThe United Kingdom and India will implement their Free Trade Agreement on July 15. This landmark deal, signed last year, promises to boost ...
17 Jun, 2026, 09.20 PM IST
Raghuram Rajan's warning to India after Hormuz shock: Build bigger oil reserves, diversify fasterGlobal economic shocks from trade disruptions and geopolitical tensions are reshaping resilience, according to Raghuram Rajan. He stresses ...
17 Jun, 2026, 04.31 PM IST
'We did it': Modi, Starmer caught on mic hinting at breakthrough in UK-India trade dealPrime Minister Narendra Modi and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer were overheard at the G7 summit appearing to confirm a breakthrough in impl...
17 Jun, 2026, 04.02 PM IST
India takes the shine off silver as imports plunge 82% in May after duty hikeMay witnessed a steep decline of over 81% in India's silver imports, a result of the government's recent moves to hike import duties and re...
17 Jun, 2026, 03.16 PM IST
India’s electronics exports up 11.62% to $5.09 billion in MayIndian electronics exports saw a significant rise in May, reaching $5.09 billion. This growth occurred despite global supply chain issues. ...
17 Jun, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
USTR Greer, Piyush Goyal to hold trade pact talks next weekUS trade representative Jamieson Greer will visit India on June 23-24. He will meet Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal. Discussion...
16 Jun, 2026, 12.24 AM IST
FTAs building a new trade architecture for Viksit BharatIndia is actively pursuing Free Trade Agreements to boost market access and shield its businesses. These agreements target complementary ec...
15 Jun, 2026, 08.06 PM IST
USTR arrives June 22 for trade talks; Commerce Secretary says US-Iran deal should bring lasting peaceIndia's trade data for May 2026 shows robust export growth. Merchandise exports rose 18 percent year-on-year. Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agr...
15 Jun, 2026, 05.05 PM IST
Compliance complexity is the defining challenge amid tariff uncertainties: Maersk Asia Pacific surveyVietnam, Thailand, and India emerge as key multi-country hubs. AI adoption is high, but integration with compliance platforms is crucial fo...
15 Jun, 2026, 01.33 PM IST
'Trump's agreement does not bind us': Israel ministerIsrael's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir states that any agreement by Donald Trump will not bind Israel. He emphasizes Israel's ...
15 Jun, 2026, 12.40 PM IST
Electronics, pharma and engineering goods lead India's FTA dividend as export engine shifts gearsIndia's electronics sector is poised for significant growth, potentially becoming a manufacturing and export powerhouse. Free Trade Agreeme...
14 Jun, 2026, 12.26 PM IST
World Bank Raises India's FY27 Growth Forecast to 6.6%India's economic growth forecast for FY27 has been raised to 6.6 percent by the World Bank. This positive outlook is driven by reduced US t...
11 Jun, 2026, 11.50 PM IST
India's biggest trade bet comes with six red flagsIndia may be adding more trade partners, but its latest FTA report card comes with several red marks. A new study by the Global Trade Resea...
09 Jun, 2026, 11.58 AM IST