Delhi CEO Denied US Visa Over 'Weak Ties' to India
Jasveer Singh, CEO of Knot Dating, expresses outrage after US visa denial under Section 214(b), citing his 13-year business, employees, and taxes in India as proof of intent to return.
Category : Trade & Export
India Urges State Oil Firms to Buy More US, Venezuelan Crude
The Indian government has directed state-owned refiners to prioritize US and Venezuelan crude oil purchases following a trade deal with the US, while maintaining energy security remains the top priority.
India Urges Refiners to Boost US, Venezuela Crude Oil Imports
Following a US-India trade deal, India has reportedly urged state refiners to consider increasing crude oil purchases from the US and Venezuela, amid tariff removals and energy security strategies.
WTO Chief Warns of 'Chaos' Without Urgent Structural Reforms
WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala calls for urgent structural reforms, warning that maintaining the current global trading framework is no longer viable and could lead to instability and chaos.
Kashmir Apple Growers Fear India-US Trade Deal Impact
Kashmir's Rs 10,000 crore apple economy faces uncertainty as growers protest potential agricultural concessions in the India-US trade agreement, citing unfair competition from subsidized US imports.
UAE Grocery Prices Cut Permanently on 10,000 Items
Choithrams supermarket announces permanent price reductions on thousands of grocery staples, household items, and frozen foods, offering residents predictable savings ahead of Ramadan.
US-Bangladesh Trade Deal Worries Indian Textile Sector
A new US-Bangladesh trade agreement offers zero tariffs on garments using US materials, potentially impacting Indian textile exports. However, analysis suggests limited effects due to Bangladesh's supply chain dependencies.
India-US-EU Trade to Boost Auto, Battery Industries
Heavy Industries Minister Mahendra Nath Pandey announced that India's trade engagements with the US and EU will enhance the auto components and battery ecosystem, driving growth in manufacturing and exports.
IndiGo Ready for Revised DGCA Pilot Duty Norms
IndiGo has informed the DGCA that all arrangements are in place to comply with the revised pilot duty norms, ensuring enhanced safety and operational standards.
US Softens Claims in Revised India Trade Deal Factsheet
The US has revised its trade deal factsheet with India, softening language from 'committed' to 'intends' on purchases and removing sections on digital taxes and pulses, amid domestic criticism.
UK Parliament Spars Over India Trade Deal As MPs Trade Charges
The India-UK trade deal sparked a heated debate in the House of Commons, with critics warning of risks to UK services and workers, while ministers hailed it as a major post-Brexit economic pact.
India-US Trade Deal Eases Tariff Tensions, Boosts Exports
The White House's tariff reduction on Indian exports marks a critical shift in trade relations, improving India's competitiveness and growth prospects according to BofA Global Research analysis.
India's January Exports Show Positive Growth
India's exports in January 2024 demonstrated a positive trend, as confirmed by the Commerce Secretary. This growth highlights resilience in global trade amid economic challenges.
IndiGo Adopts New Pilot Duty Rules Post-DGCA Exemption
IndiGo Airlines will now operate under enhanced flight duty time limitations for pilots after a DGCA exemption expired. The airline had received temporary relief following massive December 2025 flight disruptions.
India vs Bangladesh: Who Wins in US Textile Tariff Reset?
Bangladesh secured conditional zero-duty US access for garments using US fibers, but sourcing hurdles limit gains. India's vertically integrated textile industry offers flexibility despite higher tariffs, positioning it for long-term advantage.
India-US Trade Pact Protects Sensitive Sectors: Commerce Secretary
Commerce Secretary Agrawal confirms that India's key sensitive sectors are protected under the interim trade agreement with the US. Both nations are working to finalize a legal pact by March end.
Busworld and Yashobhoomi Plan India Expansion from 2028
Busworld International and Yashobhoomi operator Kinexin held high-level talks in Belgium to establish a long-term partnership, aiming to launch Busworld India in 2028 and an international conference in 2027.
White House Edits India-US Trade Fact Sheet, Drops Pulses
The White House has quietly revised its fact sheet on the India-US trade deal, removing mention of 'certain pulses' and softening language on India's purchase commitments.
White House Revises India Trade Factsheet, Drops Pulses
The White House has updated its factsheet on the US-India trade deal, removing pulses from the list of key agricultural products, signaling a shift in bilateral trade priorities.
India-US Trade Deal Protects Farmers with Lakshman Rekha
The India-US trade agreement ensures farmer interests are ring-fenced, excluding key crops like wheat and rice, while boosting agricultural exports and providing affordable cattle feed.
US-India Trade Deal Cuts Tariffs to 18%, Boosts Commerce
President Trump announces a major trade framework reducing US tariffs on India to 18%, with India committing to end certain practices and increase US purchases. The deal aims to create predictable trade environments across key sectors like tech and energy
India's Pushback Leads to US Rewriting Trade Deal Factsheet
India's objections prompted the White House to quickly revise a trade deal factsheet, removing claims about tariff cuts, digital taxes, and purchase commitments. The updated document aligns with the joint statement, highlighting India's assertive trade di
FedEx, DHL JV to Fly Cargo from Navi Mumbai Ahead of Mumbai Freighter Shutdown
Five global cargo airlines, including FedEx and a DHL-Lufthansa joint venture, will start freighter operations at Navi Mumbai International Airport from May 2026. This move precedes the temporary suspension of cargo-only flights at Mumbai airport in Augus
White House Revises US-India Trade Factsheet Details
The White House updated its US-India trade agreement factsheet, removing references to pulses and softening language on digital services and purchase commitments.
US Updates India Trade Framework, India Plans $500B Purchases
Washington issues updated India-US trade framework fact sheet, removing pulses and agriculture, while India intends to purchase $500 billion worth of US products.
US Drops 'Pulses' in Revised Trade Factsheet with India
The United States has made significant revisions to its official factsheet on a trade deal with India, notably removing the term 'pulses'. This change highlights the sensitivity of agricultural imports for India's farming sector.
Veena Sikri: India Unaffected by Bangladesh-US Trade Deal
Former envoy Veena Sikri asserts India's trade interests remain secure despite Bangladesh-US reciprocal trade agreement, citing India's competitive advantages and warning about Bangladesh's Boeing purchase.
Assam's First Semiconductor Plant Cargo via Bangladesh Waterways
Assam's inaugural semiconductor plant cargo was transported via Bangladesh waterways, marking a strategic logistics move to boost regional connectivity and industrial growth in Northeast India.
US Revises India Trade Deal Fact Sheet, Drops Pulses
The United States has updated its fact sheet on the historic trade agreement with India, removing references to pulses and changing the language regarding a $500 billion procurement commitment from 'committed' to 'intend'.
US Tariff Cut Revives FIBC Orders for MP Manufacturers
Flexible Intermediate Bulk Container manufacturers in Madhya Pradesh are receiving fresh orders from US buyers after reciprocal tariffs were reduced to 18%, ending an 8-month export disruption.
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