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Piyush Goyal
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- Born 13 June 1964
- Age 60
- Birth Place Mumbai, Maharashtra India
- Profession Chartered Accountant, Politician
- Political Party Bharatiya Janata Party
- In Office Union Minister Of Consumer Affairs, Food And Public Distribution 8 October 2020 - 10 June 2024, Union Minister Of Textiles 7 July 2021 - 10 June 2024, 28th Leader Of The House In Rajya Sabha 14 July 2021 - 4 June 2024, Indian Emissary To The G20 & G7 7 September 2021 - 7 July 2022, Deputy Leader Of The House In Rajya Sabha 12 June 2019 - 13 July 2021, Union Minister Of Railways 3 September 2017 - 7 July 2021, Union Minister Of Coal 26 May 2014 - 31 May 2019, Union Minister Of Finance & Corporate Affairs 14 May 2018 - 23 August 2018, Union Minister Of Mines (Independent Charge) 5 July 2016 - 3 September 2017, Union Minister Of New And Renewable Energy (Independent Charge) 26 May 2014 - 3 September 2017, Member Of Parliament, Rajya Sabha 5 July 2010 - 4 June 2024
- Residence 8, Teen Murti Marg, New Delhi, Delhi, India
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Piyush Goyal BIOGRAPHY
Last Updated : 02 Feb 2025
Piyush Goyal: A Profile in Power Born June 13, 1964, Piyush Goyal’s political career is marked by a steady ascent within the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Currently serving as Minister of Commerce and Industry since 2019, his portfolio has also encompassed Textiles, Consumer Affairs, Food and ...
Piyush Goyal PERSONAL LIFE
| Father | Ved Prakash Goyal |
| Mother | Chandrakanta Goyal |
| Spouse | Seema Goyal |
| Education | HR College (B.Com), Government Law College (L.L.B), Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (C.A) |
POSITIONS HELD BY Piyush Goyal
| Position | Tenure |
|---|---|
| Member of Rajya Sabha | 5 July 2010 - Present |
| Minister of Finance | 23 January 2019 - 15 February 2019 |
| Minister of Textiles | 7 July 2021 - Present |
| Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution | 8 October 2020 - Present |
| Minister of Commerce and Industry | 30 May 2019 - Present |
PIYUSH GOYAL NEWS
India-US trade deal stuck? Sitharaman says give-and-take 'very difficult'
October 06, 2026 5:25 am
A few days ago, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said that signing the deal is not “imminent” as both countries have identified a “universe of items that are sticking points”.
Grouping looks at pragmatic cross-border payment mechanism, local currency trade
September 12, 2026 3:56 am
Noting that there is “immense potential to deepen cooperation”, he said trade among partners should be deep and resilient with diversified supply chains, adding that it should not be an impediment to growth and the well-being of each member state.
Piyush Goyal to Shashi Tharoor: Politicians join viral ChatGPT ’80s trend
September 10, 2026 5:57 pm
Kiren Rijiju and Shashi Tharoor skipped AI-generated throwbacks, instead sharing actual photographs from the 1980s as their take on the viral nostalgia trend.
India should avoid becoming a conduit for unethical trade, transhipments: Piyush Goyal
September 04, 2026 8:43 am
Details of the trade agreement with the US will be announced once Washington offers preferential terms compared to competitors, says Goyal.
Piyush Goyal interview: Ready to act on feedback, expect Japanese investments to pick up pace
August 28, 2026 9:50 am
‘Have to make India an attractive case on its own merit and not just because it’s China plus one’
In ten months, Japan invested Rs 1 lakh cr out of Rs 7 lakh cr targeted for 10 yrs: Goyal
August 27, 2026 8:21 am
Goyal called for launching an India-Japan Shark Tank-style pitching series to boost investment
Semicon push: Regulatory norms for high-tech industries to be eased, says Goyal
August 25, 2026 8:47 pm
At a semiconductor and AI roundtable in Tokyo, the minister said concerns over BIS certification have already been taken up
Goyal leads a 200-member delegation to Japan; focus on drawing investments & tech partnerships
August 24, 2026 11:13 am
There will be dedicated sessions on semiconductors, artificial intelligence & start-ups, and engagement with foreign institutional investors
Fitch, Moody’s and S&P have been unfair to India: Piyush Goyal
June 27, 2026 9:47 am
Moody’s has a Baa3 rating on India — the lowest investment grade rating. In April, the rating agency had lowered India’s GDP growth forecast to 6% from 6.8% for 2026-27.
US has to ensure competitive edge for India to get trade deal: Trade Minister Piyush Goyal
June 26, 2026 5:53 am
Day after trade talks in Delhi, commerce minister says ‘US has to find appropriate tools, legal backing for that’
PIYUSH GOYAL PHOTOS
A day in Parliament: MPs debate, protest and walk out
August 01, 2022 11:12 pm
A day in Parliament: MPs discuss, debate, protest and walk out
FM Piyush Goyal presents Union Budget 2019
February 01, 2019 12:59 pm
Interim FM Piyush Goyal said India is on a solid track towards growth and prosperity. The country’s farmers’ income will double by 2022, he added.
Train 18: The fastest train on route will reach Varanasi from Delhi in 8 hours
January 04, 2019 8:14 am
"The train is 45-per cent faster than the fastest train on this route. It will be flagged off by the prime minister ahead of the Kumbh Mela," PTI quoted sources as saying.
Today in pics: Idea Exchange with Piyush Goyal
September 04, 2014 12:20 pm
PM Narendra Modi met Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg in New Delhi on Thursday.
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Nepal PM discusses energy crisis with Piyush Goyal
February 22, 2016 10:23 am
New Delhi, Feb 22 (ANI): Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli on Monday met the Minister of State with Independent Charge for Power, Coal, New and Renewable Energy Piyush Goyal at the Presidential Palace in Delhi to discuss the ongoing energy crisis in Nepal. Nepal has been importing 280 MW from India to meet its energy demand. Nepal declared energy emergency last week targeting an end to the ongoing power crisis within the next two years. Import from India will play a crucial part in meeting Nepal's power demand during the emergency period.
Australia assures to provide access to affordable energy: Minister
February 11, 2016 5:33 am
Canberra, Feb 11 (ANI): Minister for Power, Coal and New and Renewable Energy, Piyush Goyal, said Australia assured of providing full support to their mission of providing access to affordable energy to every citizen. Goyal was speaking at a news conference after holding an Energy Security Dialogue with Australian Minister for Resources, Energy and Northern Australia, Josh Frydenberg, in Canberra. Goyal is leading a delegation for the third India-Australia Energy Security Dialogue, which is being held from February 8-11. He also presented the idea of Australia providing gas to India on affordable rates. During the news conference, Frydenberg mentioned that though the Australian Government could not determine the prices of gas, a regulatory framework could be made that can facilitate lower prices.
India exploring Australian gas supplies for clean, affordable power: Piyush Goyal
February 08, 2016 4:49 pm
Brisbane, Feb 08 (ANI): Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Power, Coal, New and Renewable Energy Piyush Goyal on Monday said that the Government of India is willing to consider long term fixed price contracts with Australia for the supply of gas which will enable power producer to enter into a power supply contract at an affordable price. Goyal is leading a delegation for the 3rd India-Australia Energy Security dialogue in Australia.While addressing a roundtable in Brisbane earlier today on the business opportunities for LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) and Coal Bed Methane, Goyal stated that additionally, opportunities to control the entire value chain right from gas production, liquefaction, shipping, re-gasification and power generation can be evaluated at the current historic low prices of many of these activities. He also stressed that since coal based power is available in India at less than 5 cents per unit, the LNG providers should consider supplying gas to India at a price that is comparable.
We aim to provide 24x7 electricity access: Piyush Goyal
January 14, 2016 10:03 am
Tokyo, Jan 14 (ANI): Minister of State (MoS) for Renewable Energy Piyush Goyal, who is presently in Tokyo to attend the eighth India-Japan Energy Dialogue, said on Thursday that the primary objective of the government is to make Japanese power firms invest in ‘Make in India’ to further provide 24x7 electricity access to the people of the country. Goyal said that he discussed and understood the challenges the Indian grids will face, particularly with the infusion of large amount of renewable energy. Goyal further assured that this engagement with the Japanese power companies will be taken to the next level in India.
