Fend off WTO watershed India must ally with like-minded nations to prevent a turn towards plurilateralism. Updated: March 25, 2026 16:15 IST
EU and Australia seal landmark trade deal to cut China reliance, boost strategic ties The breakthrough comes as both the EU and Australia seek to diversify their trading networks and reduce their economic reliance… March 24, 2026 07:35 IST
EU likely to complete FTA ratification by November India’s trade landscape sees a major breakthrough as the India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) moves toward a November ratification. March 19, 2026 19:54 IST
‘India-EU FTA a turning point in ties’: Jaishankar concludes ‘productive’ Brussels visit The External Affairs Minister highlighted that the finalisation of the proposed India-EU Free Trade Agreement would mark a major milestone… March 17, 2026 05:46 IST
India-EU FTA: Both sides to adopt ‘most favoured nation tag’ for 5 years – What does this mean? The two sides plan to grant each other MFN status for five years once the FTA goes into effect. February 28, 2026 08:10 IST
India-EU trade deal includes mediation clause The mediation for looking at disputes would be led by a person who is neither a subject of the EU member country or India. Updated: February 28, 2026 05:50 IST
India braces for Hormuz shock, oil costs may rise Rising Iran-US tensions have pushed over 52% of India’s crude imports through the Strait of Hormuz, heightening energy security risks.… February 23, 2026 23:26 IST
EU opens dedicated office in India to facilitate movement of ICT talent from India The European Union has inaugurated the “European Legal Gateway” office in New Delhi to streamline mobility for Indian ICT professionals,… February 19, 2026 20:02 IST
Russian oil flows to India slump as EU curbs bite; China absorbs record volumes India’s imports of Russian crude plummeted to 1.1 million barrels per day in January 2026, the lowest level since 2022,… February 13, 2026 19:03 IST
Piyush Goyal Interview | ‘India now negotiates from a position of strength’ : Full text Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal says no country has become a developed nation without engaging with the rest of the world. Updated: January 31, 2026 06:50 IST
Piyush Goyal Exclusive: ‘India mulls exempting funds invested in China from additional scrutiny’ “India has earned its rightful place on the global high table. The world is seeing India as an important player… Updated: January 31, 2026 06:50 IST
‘Trade deal with US may further strengthen growth prospects next year’: V. Anantha Nageswaran The 7% growth estimate does not depend heavily on tariff outcomes, especially since timelines for any US deal remain uncertain. January 30, 2026 03:13 IST
‘India to emerge as manufacturing destination for European carmakers’: Vivek Vikram Singh Beyond trade, the agreement positions India as a strategic manufacturing and export hub for European carmakers, strengthening the country’s role… January 30, 2026 01:35 IST
‘India now a key component in global trade’: World Bank’s Ajay Banga lists 5 sectors that can drive job creation World Bank Group president Ajay Banga has welcomed the India–EU Free Trade Agreement, calling it a major opportunity for both… January 29, 2026 22:53 IST
MoCA hopes FTA negotiations will push the European safety regulator to recognise Indian aviation safety standards India currently holds about 10% of the global MRO market. Policymakers believe that aligning with European standards could help Indian… January 29, 2026 22:44 IST
India a winner in trade pact with EU: USTR The FTA signed on Tuesday has drawn attention all over the world and has been seen as an example of… January 29, 2026 14:54 IST
India-EU FTA has mechanisms to preserve India’s gains The Non-violation Complaints provision provides for finding a solution to new measures which may not breach the terms of the… January 29, 2026 14:54 IST
FTA with EU also cuts duties on CKD for local assembly by half; EVs get a special carve out The quota for cars with internal combustion engines (ICEs) has been kept at 1.6 lakh while for EVs this quota… Updated: January 28, 2026 21:56 IST
Iran, US-Israel war LIVE updates: ‘Gulf ports either for everyone or for no one,’ declares Iran; China denies supplying arms to Tehran
Sensex Today, Nifty 50, Stock Market Live Updates: Markets end in red – Nifty closes below 23,800, Sensex falls 700 points; Maruti Suzuki, IndiGo see sharp cut
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DA hike delay 2026: ‘Apprehensions’ among central govt employees as deadline slips, 3-month arrears pending