India's Trade Corridors: Geoeconomic Strategy in Action
India shifts from bloc-wide FTAs to a network of trade corridors, balancing geopolitics and commerce. Analysis covers India-EU, ASEAN, EFTA deals and strategic exclusions like China.
India shifts from bloc-wide FTAs to a network of trade corridors, balancing geopolitics and commerce. Analysis covers India-EU, ASEAN, EFTA deals and strategic exclusions like China.
Analysis reveals why India's free trade agreement with the European Union poses less risk to farmers than a potential US deal, examining agricultural subsidies, market structures, and export opportunities.
IndiGo has cancelled flights to Tbilisi, Almaty, Tashkent, and Baku due to escalating tensions in Iran. The airline is monitoring the situation closely for passenger safety.
IndiGo cancels flights to Tbilisi, Almaty, Tashkent, Baku till Jan 28 and adds fuel stops due to Iran tensions. Air India reassesses transcontinental routes following EASA advisory warning of high risk in Iranian airspace.
While Kerala welcomes new Amit Bharat Express trains, passengers express frustration as services avoid Alappuzha due to single-line congestion, demanding better Memu services and route improvements.
The Indian Railways will operate two special trains between Katra and Srinagar on January 27 and 28, 2024, to facilitate passenger movement during the winter season in Jammu and Kashmir.
Southern Railway announces Chennai-Bengaluru Double Decker Express will halt at Tiruvallur station from January 26, 2026, but passengers face PRS system issues preventing ticket bookings.
Canadian PM Mark Carney denies pursuing a free trade agreement with China, responding to US President Trump's warnings of 100% tariffs on Canadian goods if a deal is made.
Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport in Nagpur witnesses a steady rise in passenger traffic, with 26.85 lakh travellers from January to November 2025, reflecting the city's economic growth.
India's motorcycle exports surged to a record 4.3 million units in 2025, marking a 27% increase from 2024 and a 40% rise over pre-pandemic peaks, driven by strong demand in Latin America and Africa.
Ahead of the India-EU free trade agreement announcement, sectors like textiles, leather, and automobiles seek tariff elimination to compete with Bangladesh and Vietnam in European markets.
Ahead of the India-EU free trade agreement announcement, domestic industries push for zero-duty concessions in textiles, leather, and marine products to compete with Bangladesh and Vietnam. Auto sector seeks protection from Chinese EVs.
Chamba's lucrative Kashmal medicinal herb export trade has collapsed due to Trump-era tariffs, causing prices to plummet and pushing local extractors into financial distress as international demand evaporates.
The Pak-India Business Council urges immediate resumption of dialogue between Pakistan and India to resolve issues, highlighting India's economic growth and potential for regional cooperation ahead of Republic Day.
A crude tanker chartered by Trafigura has departed Venezuela for the US, marking the first direct shipment under a new 50-million-barrel supply agreement between Caracas and Washington.
IndiGo cancels Delhi-Tbilisi and Mumbai-Almaty flights, adds refuelling halts for CIS routes. Air India assesses overflying Iran after East Coast snowstorm, following EASA safety advisories.
India and the European Union will officially announce the conclusion of their landmark Free Trade Agreement negotiations on January 27, 2026, with Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal calling it the most significant deal India has ever signed.
India agrees to immediately reduce import duties on European cars priced above €15,000 to 40% as part of a major trade agreement with the EU, boosting bilateral commerce.
India agrees to immediately reduce import duties on European cars priced above €15,000 to 40% as part of a major trade deal with the European Union, boosting bilateral commerce.
India's ambitious free trade agreement with Europe encounters substantial obstacles including regulatory differences, market access issues, and geopolitical complexities.
Foreign affairs expert Robinder Sachdev reveals the India-EU free trade agreement, in negotiation for over two decades, is expected to be signed soon. The pact could double India's exports to Europe and includes a strategic defense partnership.
India plans to reduce tariffs on EU car imports from 110% to 40% as part of a major free trade agreement. The deal includes quotas and exclusions for electric vehicles to protect domestic manufacturers.
IndiGo cancels Delhi-Tbilisi and Mumbai-Almaty flights, issues alerts for others amid Iran-US tensions. Passengers advised to check status and explore alternatives.
The Global Trade Research Initiative reports that the India-EU economic partnership is poised to enhance bilateral trade significantly while safeguarding domestic industries from adverse impacts.
India's regional air connectivity scheme UDAN is undergoing a significant overhaul, with a new funding mechanism awaiting Cabinet approval to support airlines on remote routes and address financial viability challenges.
The upcoming India-EU free trade agreement is expected to lower costs and expand bilateral trade through structural complementarity, benefiting both economies without harming domestic industries.
India is reducing Russian crude imports due to compliance risks while increasing Middle Eastern shipments. January 2026 data shows Russian imports at 1.1 million bpd, down from December's 1.21 million bpd and far below mid-2025 peaks.
India's railway network, the world's fourth largest, requires structural reforms and private sector participation to boost freight share and achieve Viksit Bharat 2047 goals. Experts suggest focusing on private investments, manufacturing growth, and tarif
India is strategically diversifying its crude oil imports, maintaining selective Russian barrels while pivoting to other sources for supply certainty amid global market volatility.
Canadian PM Mark Carney urges citizens to support domestic businesses under new 'Buy Canadian' policy, hours after US President Donald Trump threatened 100% tariffs if Canada proceeds with China trade deals.