India, US remain in regular contact on proposed trade deal: Commerce SecretaryIndia remains in regular contact with the United States regarding their proposed trade deal. Both nations are committed to the framework ag...
14 Aug, 2026, 07.17 AM IST
India in 'regular contact' with US on trade deal, says Commerce Secretary Rajesh AgarwalCommerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal says India-US trade talks remain on track despite tariff shifts, as both sides stay committed to February...
13 Aug, 2026, 04.53 PM IST
India, S African customs union ink terms to launch trade talksIndia and the Southern African Customs Union have commenced discussions by signing Terms of Reference for a trade agreement. Expected to fi...
12 Aug, 2026, 10.33 PM IST
Trump says US has 'total control' over Strait of Hormuz, calls naval blockade a 'wall of steel'US President Donald Trump has once again claimed "total control" over the Strait of Hormuz in a Truth Social post, calling the American nav...
12 Aug, 2026, 08.17 PM IST
India shifts trade strategy, favours PTAs over FTAs with South Africa, Mercosur & others: OfficialIndia will pursue preferential trade agreements with developing economies like South Africa. This approach opens select product categories ...
12 Aug, 2026, 07.07 PM IST
India Commerce Secy Rajesh Agrawal to visit Chile this month to review CEPA talks: OfficialCommerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal will visit Chile this month for trade talks. India and Chile are negotiating to expand their existing tra...
12 Aug, 2026, 03.43 PM IST
Global Markets Today: Asian stocks mixed, oil extends gainsAsian markets showed cautious optimism as crude oil prices experienced slight increases, with eyes on potential agreements in the Middle Ea...
12 Aug, 2026, 06.32 AM IST
Pakistan sees US-Iran deal close as Hormuz standoff drags on, Trump toughens stancePakistan's defense minister indicated a potential US-Iran arrangement regarding the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices reacted to these conflicti...
11 Aug, 2026, 05.59 PM IST
Oil rises on uncertainty over reopening of HormuzOil prices surged on Monday amidst growing uncertainty about the reopening of the vital Strait of Hormuz. Iran indicated that negotiations ...
10 Aug, 2026, 07.22 AM IST
Iran says Hormuz deal with Oman close, but strait reopening hinges on US concessionsIran and Oman are nearing a deal for a new shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz. This agreement is seen as vital for ending the ongo...
09 Aug, 2026, 06.22 AM IST
US sanctions bill makes India-US trade deal more critical, may push up import bill: EconomistProposed US sanctions legislation makes India's trade deal with the United States more critical. Any disruption to crude supplies could rai...
08 Aug, 2026, 01.23 PM IST
Iran's leaders believe a victory is within reach, and that time is on their sideIran believes military pressure will force the United States to accept its control. The nation is betting that time and global energy price...
08 Aug, 2026, 10.09 AM IST
Trump expresses optimism about lower fuel prices as US-Iran move closer to potential deal on Strait of HormuzPresident Trump expressed optimism regarding negotiations over the Strait of Hormuz. He believes progress could lead to lower gasoline pric...
08 Aug, 2026, 06.39 AM IST
US official: We expect a deal soon between Iran and Oman on Strait of HormuzOman and Iran are making progress on Strait of Hormuz issues, with a deal anticipated soon. A United States official stated that commercial...
08 Aug, 2026, 12.52 AM IST
White House adviser declines to link Russia sanctions bill with India trade talksA proposed US sanctions bill targeting Russian oil buyers could affect trade talks with India. White House officials stated negotiators wil...
07 Aug, 2026, 09.42 PM IST
Mark Carney, pressed on Donald Trump's 'nasty' Canada quip, says he is defending workersPrime Minister Mark Carney emphasized Canada's dedication to safeguarding its workers and industries during complex trade discussions. Tens...
07 Aug, 2026, 01.13 PM IST
Iran and the US say a Strait of Hormuz deal is close, but one or both would have to back downIran and Oman are finalizing an agreement concerning the Strait of Hormuz. This potential deal could reopen the vital waterway and ease glo...
06 Aug, 2026, 06.14 AM IST