Indian industry stakeholders are closely monitoring ongoing trade negotiations with the United States, specifically seeking clarity on potential tariff reductions for soybean oil and animal feed imports, which currently face significant duties.
The newly signed India-US trade agreement reduces India's tariff burden from 50% to 18%, offering relief but requiring New Delhi to meet Washington's expectations on energy sourcing, including potential shifts from Russian to Venezuelan oil.
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal says India's $500 billion US import plan over five years is 'very conservative', with total imports projected to hit $2 trillion, driven by aviation, energy, and tech sectors.
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal highlights India's cautious approach, citing the extensive documentation process for the India-EU trade deal as a model for ensuring national interests are protected in negotiations with the United States.
The landmark India-EU Free Trade Agreement includes agriculture, opening doors for exports like marine products and spices. However, stringent EU standards on food safety, labor, and environment pose significant non-tariff barriers that Indian farmers mus
Union Minister Piyush Goyal discusses the intense trade negotiations that led to eight FTAs, including deals with the UK, EU, and Australia, and a key US tariff reduction agreement.
Two new Vande Bharat trains will soon operate between Bengaluru and coastal Karnataka, with one extending to Karwar. The Hassan-Mangaluru ghat section is now fully electrified, and Karnataka's rail projects have received increased funding.
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal announced India's plan to purchase $500 billion worth of goods from the US over the next five years, shifting imports from other countries.
A new India-US trade agreement grants Indian textile exporters access to the $118 billion American market, boosting bilateral trade and creating jobs in India's manufacturing sector.
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal describes the behind-the-scenes camaraderie in India-US trade discussions, highlighting strengthened bilateral relations and mutual trust.
India and the US advance an interim trade agreement, eliminating import duties on large American motorcycles and reducing tariffs on high-end US cars, while excluding electric vehicles.
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal asserts India's strong position in global trade negotiations, citing economic growth and strategic confidence.
China's state-owned Comac is expanding exports of its C909 and C919 jets to Southeast Asia, but faces supply chain issues, trade wars, and certification hurdles in challenging Airbus and Boeing's global dominance.
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal highlights India's competitive advantage under the US interim trade framework, with an 18% tariff on Indian goods compared to higher rates for other nations.
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal asserts the India-US trade agreement will increase farmers' incomes by providing greater market value and competitive edge through 18% tariff.
Indian refiners are set to reduce Russian crude imports after fulfilling current orders, aligning with a new US trade agreement. Exceptions may apply for sanctioned entities like Nayara Energy.
US President Donald Trump's new 25% tariff on Indian imports, raising total duties to 50%, pressures India to halt Russian oil imports, but alternatives come with economic trade-offs.
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal states India negotiates trade deals confidently, leveraging its projected growth to a $30-35 trillion economy by 2047, following the India-US tariff agreement.
US President Donald Trump's new 50% tariff on Indian imports pressures India to halt Russian oil purchases, but alternatives come with economic and logistical challenges.
Indian Railways has electrified 99.2% of its network, reaching 69,427 route kilometers by 2025. This article compares India's progress with countries like Switzerland, China, and Japan.
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal details the nuanced approach behind India's trade negotiations, emphasizing personal relationships and mutual respect as crucial for securing benefits in deals like the recent India-US pact and the landmark EU agreement.
A landmark trade agreement with the United States is set to significantly enhance India's tea exports and promote 'Make in India' products, according to tea industrialist Satish Mitruka.
Detailed comparison of UAE's Green Visa and Golden Visa programs for professionals, investors, and entrepreneurs seeking long-term residency without employer sponsorship.
The India-US trade agreement offers an 18% tariff advantage, but its true value depends on India's entry into trusted technology and mineral supply chains, export readiness, and domestic capability building.
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan defends the India-US trade agreement, asserting it protects farmers' interests. Opposition parties, including Congress, criticize the deal as a surrender to US corporations.
Shivraj Singh Chouhan accuses Congress of failing to connect farmers to global markets, as India and the US announce a new trade deal with reduced tariffs on Indian products.
A high-level meeting in Lucknow discussed a potential US trade deal and AI applications in healthcare, highlighting economic and technological collaborations.
Major farmers' organizations criticize the India-US trade agreement as a surrender of agriculture to US corporations, demanding Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal's resignation and announcing nationwide protests on February 12.
India's imports of Russian oil are set to dwindle following a US executive order lifting tariffs, though some irreplaceable supplies will continue for now.
The BSE chief highlights that a US-India trade deal framework will enhance investor confidence, strengthen capital flows, and deepen financial markets, boosting economic ties.