FTAs with Japan, Korea haven’t boosted exports: Goyal Goyal criticised the previous Congress governments for not properly negotiating free trade agreements with Asean, Japan and Korea. He also… October 17, 2025 19:33 IST
Farm and processed food exports rise 12% to $12.47 bn in Apr-Sept India has emerged as the second biggest exporter of buffalo meat and the export destinations are Vietnam, Malaysia, Egypt, Iraq,… October 17, 2025 18:27 IST
FTAs show India a preferred destination for investment, trade: Goyal India and Peru will resume negotiations on their free trade agreement (FTA) after a gap of more than 18 months… October 16, 2025 22:08 IST
India, MERCOSUR to expand preferential trade pact The existing PTA between India and MERCOSUR was signed in January 2004 and became operational in June 2009. October 16, 2025 21:24 IST
Modi assured India will stop buying Russian oil: Trump Ministry adds talks on to deepen energy ties with US. October 16, 2025 20:39 IST
Centre plans new credit cover for MSME exporters The initial assessment suggests that there will be some impact of the US tariffs on Indian exports, but the government… October 16, 2025 19:49 IST
National minimum wage unchanged for eight years Labour experts say millions hit as wages aren’t hiked to at least factor in inflation. October 16, 2025 19:45 IST
India indicates can buy more energy from US as trade talks resume In the past 7-8 years energy purchases from the US – largely crude oil- has come from from $ 25… Updated: October 16, 2025 08:52 IST
Room opened for rate cut, time not opportune: RBI Guv The RBI is walking a fine line, balancing growth support with caution amid an uncertain global landscape. “Rapidly-evolving developments and… October 16, 2025 00:19 IST
Exports up 6.7% despite US tariff shock Services exports in September fell 5.5% to $30.82 billion, while imports of services were down 7.6% to $15.29 billion. In… Updated: October 16, 2025 02:26 IST
Rupee rises most in four months on firm RBI intervention RBI’s heavy dollar sales has brought down the YTD depreciation of rupee to 3.05% from 3.9%. The rupee was the… Updated: October 15, 2025 19:46 IST
IMF raises India’s FY26 GDP growth forecast, warns markets may be underestimating risks from tariffs and rising debt India’s GDP grew at an unexpectedly higher pace of 7.8% in April-June thanks to strong private consumption, helping it remain… Updated: October 15, 2025 08:03 IST
India & Saudi Arabia explore investments in textile sector India emerged as the second-largest supplier ($ 517.5 million) to Saudi Arabia’s textile and apparel sector, accounting for 11.2% share… October 14, 2025 23:56 IST
Avoid frequent tinkering with edible oil import duties: Report The report has recommended implementation of counter-cyclical tariffs that adjust gradually with global prices. It has suggested intensive consultation with… October 14, 2025 22:53 IST
Indian team to visit US for trade talks this week The deal is important for India as exporters, especially in some labour intensive sectors, have started feeling the impact of… Updated: October 13, 2025 21:59 IST
Steel, auto stumbling blocks in trade talks with EU India is seeking concession on CBAM for Indian exports as the tax will nullify any tax advantage that the FTA… October 13, 2025 21:49 IST
Food inflation in negative zone for 4th month in a row Inflation in mustard oil and refined oil were 20.97% and 20.2% respectively last month on year because of the rise… October 13, 2025 21:35 IST
Textile exporters see up to 50% drop in US business: Survey The US is the single-biggest market for India’s textile and apparel, accounting for 28% of the total exports. In the… October 13, 2025 19:39 IST
West Bengal’s big connectivity push: Metro services to reach Asansol, Durgapur, Siliguri & Jalpaiguri