June 16, 2026 9:59 am
The country’s exports to West Asia in May this year have almost reached the level of last May despite disruptions, says Commerce Secretary
May 19, 2026 2:53 am
The likely implementation, within months of signing, comes as Delhi pushes for faster operationalisation of the deal since Omani ports, mainly Salalah and Duqm, fall outside the Strait and could help India reroute exports for West Asia and Africa.
March 04, 2026 7:42 pm
Banana trade from Solapur has taken one of the hardest hits.
February 09, 2026 7:01 am
The fact that the deal with the US was given the go-ahead only after putting in place historic deals with the EU and the UK stands testimony to India’s diplomatic acumen.
January 05, 2026 3:55 am
India's seafood exports increased to $4.87 billion in April-October 2025 from $4.19 billion during the same period of 2024. In volume terms, it expanded from 9.62 lakh metric tonnes to 10.73 lakh metric tonnes, registering a growth of 12%.
December 02, 2025 9:54 am
While 10 out of 23 chapters have been closed, key issues, particularly related to rules of origin and market access that include agriculture, remain pending.
July 01, 2025 8:11 am
The ongoing round of talks assumes significance as the US has announced the conclusion of talks with China that had begun much later than those with India but have resulted in a significant easing of tensions between the two countries.
June 03, 2025 12:36 pm
The best way out of this for India remains entering trade deals with major trading partners. The Australia FTA and the recently concluded FTA with the UK is excellent news
May 22, 2025 9:06 am
The move stems partly from a realisation that a large fleet of merchant ships made in India is required, since foreign ships that transport merchandise to and from India may choose to stay away in case of an emergency.
March 25, 2025 4:11 pm
The US has issued the Memorandum on Reciprocal Trade and Tariffs on February 13, wherein the Secretary of Commerce and US Trade Representative are to take necessary actions to investigate harm to America from any non-reciprocal trade agreements.