Trade Deal
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Navarro says India desperate for access to American goods: 'US doesn't need such unfair trade'
World | Sep 10, 2025, 11:25 AM ISTThe White House trade advisor's remarks came on a day US President Donald Trump announced that India and the US are continuing negotiations to address the trade barriers.
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Reports of India halting defence deals with US are false and fabricated: Defence Ministry sources
India | Aug 08, 2025, 11:55 PM ISTThe Defence Ministry has denied reports of halting US arms deals, affirming that all procurement processes are continuing as planned despite recent tariff tensions.
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'Should have done this...': Trump defends tariffs, hints at dividends for Americans
World | Aug 04, 2025, 11:40 AM ISTUS President Donald Trump said that he is going to pay down debt with the hundreds of billions of dollars coming into the country.
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US and European Union announce trade framework, 'going to be great' says Trump
World | Jul 27, 2025, 11:53 PM ISTThe trade deal announcement came after a meeting between President Donald Trump and European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen.
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India-UK FTA: From chocolates to scotch to cars, what gets cheaper under the trade deal?
Explainers | Jul 24, 2025, 05:01 PM ISTIndia-UK FTA: Agriculture and allied sectors are set to emerge as major winners under the trade pact, with expanded market access for Indian farmers to export high-value products such as fruits, vegetables, basmati rice, cereals, animal products, beverages, oilseeds, and dairy.
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Trump says US close to trade deal with India, negotiations underway: 'Will have access to markets'
World | Jul 17, 2025, 06:47 AM IST"We've brought in over $100 billion. The tariffs haven't kicked in significantly, except for automobiles and steel. August 1st is when a very substantial money comes into our country. We've made deals with numerous places. We had one yesterday," Trump said.
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Explained: Why India is looking to finalise a US trade deal before Trump's August tariff deadline
India | Jul 10, 2025, 07:17 PM ISTIndia is set to send a high-level delegation to Washington next week to fast-track talks on a bilateral trade pact as the US tariff suspension on Indian goods ends on August 1.
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'Close to making a deal with India': Trump hints at breakthrough amid tariff spree on 14 nations
World | Jul 08, 2025, 06:55 AM ISTEarlier, US President Trump shared letters sent by his administration to 14 countries, informing them of the reciprocal tariffs that will take effect from August 1.
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PM Modi will 'meekly bow' to Trump: Rahul Gandhi's jibe as India-US trade deal deadline approaches
India | Jul 05, 2025, 01:44 PM ISTThe Congress has been criticising Prime Minister Modi for his silence on Trump’s repeated claims about mediating tensions between India and Pakistan.
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Donald Trump warns China over trade deal violations, quips 'so much for being nice guy'
World | May 30, 2025, 11:34 PM ISTTensions between the US and China have resurfaced after Donald Trump accused Beijing of violating a recent trade truce. The fragile 90-day tariff pause now faces collapse, raising fears of renewed economic conflict.
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US announces trade deal with China after two days of negotiations in Geneva, say officials
World | May 12, 2025, 01:09 AM ISTThe White House said the United States and China have made ‘substantial progress’ on key trade issues during two days of high-level negotiations in Geneva.
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Tariff war: China threatened to retaliate against countries striking trade deals with US
World | Apr 21, 2025, 05:51 PM ISTOn its move to stall a host of nations with whom China has trade ties from striking exclusive trade deals with the US to get tariff exemptions, the Commerce Ministry spokesperson warned that Beijing will firmly oppose such agreements.
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Dubai Crown Prince in Delhi today: What's the agenda and how will visit boost India's ties with UAE?
Explainers | Apr 08, 2025, 12:08 PM ISTThis high-level visit not only marks a new chapter in India's diplomatic ties with the UAE but also reinforces the growing strategic, economic, and cultural cooperation between the two nations. This will be the Crown Prince's first visit to India.
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India, US in process of advancing talks on bilateral trade agreement, Rana's extradition soon: MEA
World | Mar 07, 2025, 05:42 PM ISTThe Bilateral Trade Agreement will aid in strengthening and deepening goods and service sector between India and US and increase market access, reduce tariff and non-tariff barriers, and deepen supply chain integration.
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UK Minister's message to India: 'Many Diwalis come and gone without trade deal, let's get it done'
World | Jun 25, 2024, 09:15 AM ISTThe much-anticipated trade agreement between India and Britain is expected to be finalised following the conclusion of UK elections. Thirteen rounds of negotiations for the India-UK FTA have been conducted thus far, with the 14th round commencing on January 10, 2024.
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India to sign trade deal with Oman amid push to expand ties with Middle East
Business | Apr 27, 2024, 05:05 PM ISTOman is important to India as it provides the gateway to the Strait of Hormuz, a major transit point for global shipments. The planned deal with Oman also gives a competitive edge to India as the Gulf Cooperation Council negotiates with Pakistan and India.
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'Not quite enough yet to secure a deal': UK Foreign Secretary on Free Trade Agreement with India
World | Apr 18, 2024, 03:06 PM ISTUK Foreign Secretary, while responding to a question in the House of Lords on BBC restructuring its India operations and UK-India trade deal, underscored the significance of the ongoing trade deal, however, he stressed that India needs to do more to finalise the pact.
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India and Europe trade group sign deal worth $100 billion after 16 years of negotiations
Business | Mar 10, 2024, 12:56 PM ISTIndia and EFTA have been negotiating the pact, officially dubbed the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA), since January 2008. Thirteen rounds of talks were held till November 2013 before negotiations were put on hold.
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10th Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit: PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with Timor-Leste President
Gujarat | Jan 10, 2024, 07:31 AM ISTPM Modi in Gujarat: The Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit was started in 2003 under the leadership of Narendra Modi when he was the state chief minister. The tenth edition of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit is being held from January 10 to 12, 2024 in Gandhinagar.
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Canada-India FTA negotiations stand paused, talks to resume later: Sources
World | Sep 15, 2023, 05:39 PM ISTNotably, both India and Canada have been negotiating a trade deal since 2010 when the Congress government was in power. However, the abrupt decision from Ottawa came at a time when the relations between the two nations were strained following the rise of the Khalistani movement in Canada.