World MSME Day: What India’s recent FTAs and trade deals mean for MSMEsWhile FTAs have opened global markets for MSMEs, experts say future deals should be designed more carefully to help small firms compete at ...
26 Jun, 2026, 12.14 PM IST
Govt panel to meet industry on June 30 to review SEZ reformsA government panel is set to meet industry leaders on June 30 to explore ways to boost India's Special Economic Zones (SEZs). Discussions w...
25 Jun, 2026, 12.14 AM IST
Goyal heads to UK ahead of India-UK trade pact rolloutCommerce Minister Piyush Goyal's UK visit from June 25-27 precedes the July 15 implementation of the India-UK CETA and Double Contribution ...
25 Jun, 2026, 12.12 AM IST
Trade, tariffs & taste: American whiskey pushes for a fair pour in IndiaUS trade representative Jamieson Greer’s recent visit to New Delhi is seen as a key step toward finalising a US-India trade framework, with...
24 Jun, 2026, 11.32 PM IST
FTA impact, import substitution, rupee payments at SEZ reforms panel meet June 30A government committee reviewing India’s Special Economic Zone (SEZ) policy will hold a stakeholder meeting on June 30 to examine how free ...
24 Jun, 2026, 09.37 PM IST
Govt eyes fast-tracking local production of high-end medical devicesIndia is planning to boost local manufacturing of around 10 high-value medical devices, including MRI systems and pacemakers, to curb relia...
24 Jun, 2026, 01.13 AM IST
"Got to build on that and not go backwards": British MP Bob Blackman on India-UK FTAA significant India-UK trade pact, set to take effect on July 15, promises to boost bilateral ties and open a market exceeding $500 billion...
23 Jun, 2026, 03.41 PM IST
Chinese tech, investments welcome, but trade opening needs caution: CII PresidentChinese investments and technology are welcome in India, but a cautious approach is needed for trade, according to CII President R Mukundan...
23 Jun, 2026, 01.17 PM IST
Piyush Goyal, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer begin talks on trade pactIndia and the US are in high-level talks to finalize the first phase of their bilateral trade agreement. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal met...
23 Jun, 2026, 01.14 PM IST
India's manufacturing export boom: Why Mukul Kochhar says the time is 'right now'India's economic outlook is brightening, with a top strategist predicting a multi-year manufacturing export boom. Despite past currency woe...
22 Jun, 2026, 05.14 PM IST
Exports up 15% despite global headwinds: Commerce and industry minister Piyush GoyalIndia's merchandise exports saw a robust 15% year-on-year growth in April-June, defying global economic headwinds, according to Commerce Mi...
21 Jun, 2026, 11.44 PM IST
India, US to hold ministerial-level talks on bilateral trade pact this weekIn a significant development, India and the US are set to conclude the first phase of their trade agreement this week. Commerce Minister Pi...
21 Jun, 2026, 03.56 PM IST
India, Uzbekistan aim to double bilateral trade in 3 yearsIndia and Uzbekistan are set to significantly boost bilateral trade, aiming to double it within three years. Discussions at the recent Inte...
19 Jun, 2026, 10.02 PM IST
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
'Fastest we've ever put a trade deal into force': British High Commissioner to India Lindy Cameron hails India-UK trade dealThe India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) will take effect on July 15, 2026, marking the fastest trade deal implementa...
18 Jun, 2026, 05.26 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