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Rupee slump forces India to rethink import strategy
Union Minister Piyush Goyal has said that the Indian government is keeping a close eye on the rapidly depreciating rupee against the US dollar.
India-Oman FTA might be effective from June 1: Piyush Goyal
India's free trade agreement (FTA) with Oman should come into effect from June 1, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal announced today.
Modi government is working on FTA utilization plan
The Indian government is working on a strategy to maximize the benefits of free trade agreements (FTAs) signed with developed countries, including the UK, EU, US, UAE and Australia.
India, New Zealand finally ink a free trade agreement
India and New Zealand have signed a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA), marking a major milestone in their economic relationship.
India-New Zealand FTA explained: Zero tariffs, $20B investment, 5,000 visas
India and New Zealand are set to sign a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) today at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi.
70% Indian products to enter New Zealand duty-free under FTA
India and New Zealand are set to sign a major trade agreement tomorrow. The deal is aimed at boosting bilateral trade and enhancing market access for Indian products.
India's patent applications surge 30.2% to 1.43L in FY26
India has witnessed a massive surge in patent applications, with a record-breaking 1,43,729 filings in the fiscal year 2025-26.
India-UK FTA likely to come into effect this May
The India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA), signed on July 24, 2025, is expected to come into effect from the second week of May.
US-Iran war: India, Saudi discuss trade stability in virtual meet
In a bid to protect their economic interests amid regional turmoil, India's Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and Saudi Arabia's Commerce Minister Majid bin Abdullah Al Qassabi held a virtual summit.
'Not in race or list': Annamalai on TN polls
Former Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Tamil Nadu chief K Annamalai has clarified that he is not contesting the upcoming elections.
Commerce Ministry urges case withdrawals for minor offenses
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has urged all departments to consider withdrawing pending court cases involving minor offenses.
What's Jan Vishwas Bill that decriminalizes 717 minor offenses
The Parliament has passed the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026.
Don't hoard LPG: Goyal says fuel supply stable despite war
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has assured that India's fuel supplies remain stable despite the ongoing conflict in West Asia.
Modi slams TMC for 'shameful' insult to President Murmu
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has slammed the Trinamool Congress (TMC) government in West Bengal for disrespecting President Droupadi Murmu during her recent visit.
Proposed US trade deal can be 'rebalanced': Piyush Goyal
India's Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has hinted that the proposed trade deal with the US could be "rebalanced" if necessary.
PM Modi's Israel visit on February 25-26
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be on a state visit to Israel on February 25 and 26, marking his second trip to the country.
Akhilesh Yadav slams Congress' shirtless AI summit protest as shameful
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has slammed the Indian Youth Congress's (IYC) "shirtless" protest at the AI Impact Summit.
India-US interim trade agreement to be operational in April: Goyal
An interim trade agreement between India and the United States is expected to be operational in April, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced on Friday.
Interim trade deal with US to address India's energy needs
Union Minister Piyush Goyal has announced that the interim trade agreement between India and the US will address India's energy needs.
'Staged': BJP slams Rahul Gandhi's farmer meet on trade deal
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi met with representatives of 17 major farmer unions at his Parliament office.
India to get 'zero tariff' US textile deal: Piyush Goyal
India is set to get textile-related trade benefits from the United States, similar to those given to Bangladesh.
Harley-Davidson bikes may get cheaper in India
As part of the interim trade agreement between India and the US, Harley-Davidson is likely to be the biggest beneficiary.
H-1B visa restrictions not discussed in US trade talks: Goyal
India's Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has confirmed that the issue of H-1B visa restrictions did not come up during his recent discussions with US counterparts.
India-US trade deal will be effective from next week
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has said that the recently announced 18% tariffs by the US are likely to come into effect next week.
Won't be difficult to buy US goods worth $500B: Goyal
India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has said that the country will have no trouble buying goods worth $500 billion from the United States over the next five years.
Why India's wine, spirits market has been opened to US
India has opened its market for imported wines and spirits as part of an interim trade agreement with the United States.
Trade deal with US opens $30T market for Indian exports
India and the United States have signed a framework for an interim agreement on reciprocal and mutually beneficial trade.
PM Modi announces framework for India-US interim trade agreement pact
India and the United States have reached a framework for an interim trade agreement, according to a joint statement released on Saturday.
Dairy, vegetables protected in India-US trade deal: Piyush Goyal
Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has announced that the India-US trade deal will protect several agricultural products.
India 'ready' to buy $80B-worth Boeing aircraft after US deal
India is ready to place orders for Boeing aircraft worth up to $80 billion, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal reportedly said as New Delhi looks to expand its trade with the United States.
Trump claimed India won't buy Russian oil; MEA now responds
India has responded to United States President Donald Trump's claim that it has agreed to stop buying Russian oil.
India and US to sign trade deal next week: Goyal
Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has announced that India and the US will sign a joint statement on their bilateral trade deal in the next four to five days.
'India won't be bullied for trade': What Doval told Rubio
A recent Bloomberg report has revealed that India was willing to wait out United States President Donald Trump's term instead of accepting unfavorable trade terms.
Why Indian farmers are worried about trade deal with US
The Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM), a coalition of various farmer unions, has expressed concerns over the recently announced India-US trade deal.
Agriculture, dairy protected in India-US deal: Piyush Goyal
Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has announced that India's agriculture and dairy sectors are fully protected under the new trade deal with the United States.
'Biggest FTA in our history': Modi as India-EU seal pact
India and the European Union on Tuesday signed a trade pact, which Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi called the "biggest FTA in our history."
'Mother of all deals': Modi hails historic India-EU trade pact
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called the India-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) the "mother of all deals."
'US-India share...': Rubio extends Republic Day greetings amid strained ties
United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken has extended his greetings to India on its 77th Republic Day.
Republic Day 2026: European Commission chief arrives in Delhi
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen arrived in New Delhi on Saturday for a state visit. She was received by Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Jitin Prasada.
US-India trade deadlock could cost thousands of jobs, expert warns
Market expert Ajay Bagga has warned that the stalled trade talks between India and the United States could lead to job losses in several sectors.