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German ambassador Philip Ackermann says competition for Indian talent will grow in coming years: ‘We want them in Europe’

German Ambassador Philipp Ackermann emphasises Europe’s growing demand for Indian talent and highlights the potential of a Free Trade Agreement…

September 30, 2025 19:08 IST

The free trade agreement between India and the four-nation European bloc EFTA will come into force from Wednesday

India-EFTA trade deal kicks in Oct 1: Swiss watches, chocolates to cost less

The India-EFTA trade pact takes effect October 1, securing a $100 billion investment and 1 million jobs, while making Swiss…

Updated: September 30, 2025 12:31 IST

India-New Zealand FTA forges ahead, Delhi to host next round of talks on October 13

Early harvest deal a target as India, EU speed up FTA talks

India and the EU are fast-tracking FTA talks with an interim “early harvest” deal likely by year-end. With 60–65% chapters…

September 15, 2025 18:11 IST

India and EU Push to Finalize Free Trade Agreement by Year-End Deadline. (Image Source: Canva)

India, EU vow to meet year-end deadline for FTA

India and the European Union are accelerating negotiations to conclude their Free Trade Agreement (FTA) by the end of 2025.

September 12, 2025 22:08 IST

India-EU FTA, FTA, trade, Piyush Goyal, economy, machinery, chemicals, pharma

FTA with EU moving towards conclusion fast: Piyush Goyal

India-EU FTA negotiations are moving fast, with 60-65% of chapters finalised. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal says a substantial conclusion is…

September 9, 2025 23:26 IST

Free Trade Agreement, FTA, Qatar, GCC, Gulf Cooperation Council, European Union

Framework for FTA with Qatar by next month

Govt aims to finalise terms of reference for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with Qatar by next month, seeking preferential…

September 8, 2025 19:48 IST

free trade agreement, economy, trade, European Free Trade Association, EFTA

Switzerland eases norms to implement FTA with India

Switzerland has eased rules to implement its FTA with India, effective October 1. The pact promises $100 bn EFTA investments,…

September 3, 2025 21:48 IST

Bilateral Trade Agreement, BTA, trade, Piyush Goyal, FTA, tariffs

First tranche of trade pact with US by November: Piyush Goyal

Commerce minister Piyush Goyal said talks on the India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement will continue despite tariff tensions, even as India…

September 2, 2025 21:17 IST

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India EU FTA talks to enter final lap in next round of talks

India and the EU are set to push FTA talks into the final stage in September, aiming for a 2025-end…

August 28, 2025 00:00 IST

Explainer: Why data exclusivity in pharma could be risky

Allowing data exclusivity would prevent the drug regulator — Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation — from granting marketing approval for…

Updated: August 26, 2025 15:59 IST

‘Hopeful that negotiations will lead to minimal tariff impact’: RBI Governor

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra expressed hope that India-US tariff negotiations will limit the impact of new 50% levies on key…

August 25, 2025 22:09 IST

India, Russia-led EAEU agree on FTA terms

India and the Russia-led Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) have signed Terms of Reference in Moscow to launch FTA talks. The…

August 20, 2025 21:21 IST

Ludhiana textile units on the edge as US buyers develop cold feet

Ludhiana textile exporters face uncertainty as the US doubles tariffs on Indian goods to 50%. Shipments are on hold, cash…

August 20, 2025 19:38 IST

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In this knitwear hub, as the rhythm of looms withers way, an easy silence sets in

First in three-part series on how India’s bustling industrial towns are grappling with hefty US tariffs.

Updated: August 18, 2025 09:02 IST

export, India-US, economy, European Free Trade Association, EFTA

Focus on 30 export markets to intensify amid impending slump in shipments to US

India expands export focus to 50 key markets covering 90% of shipments, adding 30 new destinations like Kenya, Spain, South…

August 17, 2025 19:36 IST

European Union, EU, FTA, India-UK, economy, trade, ASEAN

Fast track implementation process of UK FTA: India

India has urged the UK to fast-track ratification of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement for quicker zero-duty access to…

August 14, 2025 23:19 IST

India says de-dollarisation not our agenda, will it be talking point during Russia meet

Indian trade team is going to Moscow on August 20-21. In its Moscow visit Indian trade team is also discussing…

Updated: August 14, 2025 20:39 IST

FTA. WTO, Trade, World Trade Organization, Free Trade Agreements

Across the aisle by P Chidambaram: Bull(y) in India’s shop

P. Chidambaram examines Donald Trump’s protectionist trade policies, urging India to resist tariff pressures, expand exports, diversify markets, and remain…

August 10, 2025 07:52 IST

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