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New Delhi [India], October 16 (ANI): Brazilian Vice President and Minister of Development, Industry, Trade and Services, Geraldo Alckmin, met with Vice President CP Radhakrishnan in New Delhi on Thursday as part of his official visit aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation between India and Brazil. After the meeting, Vice President office said that both leaders expressed optimism about strengthening trade and economic ties. "The two leaders expressed optimism about strengthening trade and ...Read More >
The US has imposed a sweeping 50 per cent tariffs on Indian goods. New Delhi: India's merchandise exports to the US declined by 11.93 per cent to USD 5.46 billion in September due to the high tariffs imposed by Washington while imports increased by 11.78 per cent to USD 3.98 billion during the month, according to the commerce ministry data. During the April-September period of this fiscal, the country's exports to the US increased by 13.37 per cent to USD 45.82 billion, while imports rose 9 p ...Read More >
India's merchandise exports in September rose 6.75 per cent to $36.38 billion compared to the same month of the previous year, despite the punitive tariffs imposed by the US, according to data released by the Commerce Ministry on Wednesday. New Delhi, India's merchandise exports in September rose 6.75 per cent to $36.38 billion compared to the same month of the previous year, despite the punitive tariffs imposed by the US, according to data released by the Commerce Ministry on Wednesday. The e ...Read More >
The discussions were held during a bilateral meeting between the Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, Government of India, and Ministry of Industry and Minerals, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. India and Saudi Arabia are exploring new areas of collaboration in the Chemicals and Petrochemicals sector with potential partnerships between major companies of both the countries. A statement issued by the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers on Wednesday said t ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 16 (ANI): Brazilian Vice President and Minister of Development, Industry, Trade and Services, Geraldo Alckmin, arrived in New Delhi on Wednesday to strengthen bilateral cooperation between India and Brazil. In a post on X, Randhir Jaiswal, the Official Spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs, said, Adding momentum to the India-Brazil Strategic Partnership. Adding momentum to the 🇮🇳-🇧🇷 Strategic Partnership. Mr. Geraldo Alckmin, Vice-President and Minister o ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 16 (ANI): Brazilian Vice President and Minister of Development, Industry, Trade and Services, Geraldo Alckmin, arrived in New Delhi on Wednesday to strengthen bilateral cooperation between India and Brazil. In a post on X, Randhir Jaiswal, the Official Spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs, said, "Adding momentum to the India-Brazil Strategic Partnership." The post also mentioned that Geraldo Alckmin has arrived in New Delhi, highlighting the visit as a st ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 6 (Prensa Latina) Indian Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal traveled to Doha to co-chair the meeting with Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al Thani, his Qatari counterpart, on trade and to discuss new actions to boost bilateral trade. Goyal's visit underscores the importance India places on its trade and investment ties with Qatar, one of the most important trading partners in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), with bilateral trade estimated at more than US$14 bill ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 1 (IANS) Rajesh Agrawal, a 1994-batch IAS officer, has taken over as the new Secretary of the Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, it said on Wednesday. Agrawal is a seasoned administrator with nearly three decades of experience in governance, policy making and implementation across several sectors, including skilling, human resource development, apprenticeship, power, fertiliser, agriculture, and MSMEs. He played a key role in shaping India's skill develop ...Read More >
Themed 'Gateway to Growth: Harnessing Opportunities under India-UK CETA', the programme brought together senior government officials, diplomats, Export Promotion Councils (EPCs), industry leaders, and trade associations to deliberate on the transformative potential of the agreement for Indian exporters. The outreach event marked a crucial step towards strengthening India-UK trade ties and positioning Indian exporters to make the most of the CETA agreement. Anna Shotbolt, deputy trade commission ...Read More >
Speaking at the curtain raiser event for the 30th CII Partnership Summit, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu said Google will be building its biggest data centre after the US in Vishakhapatnam. Through "atmanirbharta", India is building supply chains to navigate through weaponisation of trade, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal said on September 30. Delivering the address at the curtain raiser event for the 30th CII Partnership Summit in New Delhi, Goyal said g ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 30 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, inviting global industry leaders to the CII Partnership Summit to be held in Visakhapatnam on November 14 and 15, today stated that the state is endowed with unique advantages, including a long coastline, an investment-friendly atmosphere with pro-industry policies, and a technologically skilled youth force. Speaking as the chief guest at the curtain-raiser of the 30th CII Partnership Summit in Visakhapatnam held here th ...Read More >
Textiles Minister Pabitra Margherita is visiting Moscow to bolster trade ties with Russia in the textile sector. The visit follows US tariffs on Indian goods and aims at expanding India's market reach. The visit includes inaugurating an apparel fair, engaging Indian and Russian industries for bilateral cooperation. In light of recent US tariffs, India's Union Minister of State for Textiles, Pabitra Margherita, is setting his sights on strengthening Russia-India trade relationships. His visit un ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 30 (ANI): India's thrust is for Self-Reliance (Atmanirbhar) to secure our supply chains; Self-Confidence (Atmavishwas) to aim for big goals; and Self-Protection (Atmaraksha) to protect the interests of India, said Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Tuesday. According to an official release from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, delivering the address at the Curtain Raiser event for the 30th CII Partnership Summit in New Delhi, the Minister ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 30 (ANI): India's thrust is for Self-Reliance (Atmanirbhar) to secure our supply chains; Self-Confidence (Atmavishwas) to aim for big goals; and Self-Protection (Atmaraksha) to protect the interests of India, said Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Tuesday. According to an official release from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, delivering the address at the Curtain Raiser event for the 30th CII Partnership Summit in New Delhi, the Minister ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 30 (ANI): Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Monday said that India is steadily advancing on three core principles: Aatmanirbharta (self-reliance), Aatmavishwas (self-confidence), and Aatmaraksha (self-protection). "India is advancing on three foundational principles - Aatmanirbharta, Aatmavishwas, and Aatmaraksha. We are building robust capabilities, resilient supply chains, and dynamic value chains, while engaging globally from a position of st ...Read More >
New Delhi, September 30 (IANS): As the India-European Free Trade Association (EEFTA) Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) comes into effect from October 1, the India-EFTA Desk has been inaugurated as a single-window platform to facilitate EFTA investments in renewable energy, life sciences, engineering, and digital transformation, while fostering joint ventures, SME collaborations, and technology partnerships, the government said on Tuesday. The TEPA establishes India's first FTA wit ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 30: L'Oreal announced the winners of the India regional finals of its Big Bang Beauty Tech Innovation Program. The biggest Beauty Tech open innovation competition of this geographical scale, the program intensifies L'Oreal's startup focus and investment in beauty innovation. Three startups from India emerged victorious and have secured their place at the Grand Finale in Singapore this November. Also Read | Pafos vs Bayern Munich UEFA Champions League 2025 ...Read More >
India's regional winners of the Big Bang Beauty Tech Innovation Program advance to the Grand Finale in Singapore. Infloso AI, Sravathi AI, and Without were recognized for their innovative solutions addressing beauty industry challenges. The program fosters startup development with mentorship and commercial pilot opportunities alongside L'Oréal. India's innovative spirit was on display as three regional winners were announced in the Big Bang Beauty Tech Innovation Program, securing spots at the ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 30: LOréal announced the winners of the India regional finals of its Big Bang Beauty Tech Innovation Program. The biggest Beauty Tech open innovation competition of this geographical scale, the program intensifies LOreal startup focus and investment in beauty innovation. Three startups from India emerged victorious and have secured their place at the Grand Finale in Singapore this November. After a rigorous evaluation process by a distinguished judging pa ...Read More >
BusinessWire India Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 30: L'Oréal announced the winners of the India regional finals of its Big Bang Beauty Tech Innovation Program. The biggest Beauty Tech open innovation competition of this geographical scale, the program intensifies L'Oreal's startup focus and investment in beauty innovation. Three startups from India emerged victorious and have secured their place at the Grand Finale in Singapore this November. After a rigorous evaluation process by a ...Read More >
Mumbai: The Parcel Directorate, Department of Posts (DoP), Ministry of Communications, Government of India, has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Packaging (IIP), an autonomous body under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, to promote sustainable packaging practices and strengthen efficiency in postal services. The MoU was signed at the Office of the Chief Postmaster General, Maharashtra Circle, Mumbai, by Dr. Sudhir Jakhere, IPoS, Assistant Po ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 29 (ANI): The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) inaugurated the International Trade Negotiations Program for officials of the Department of Commerce (DOC) today. Organised by IIFT's Centre for International Negotiations (CIN), the program is designed to strengthen the negotiation skills of government officials and bolster India's global trade engagement, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry said. Commerce Secretary, Sunil Barthwal, graced the occasion as Chi ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 29 (ANI): The third edition of the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show 2025 concluded successfully at India Expo Centre in Noida, setting new records in participation and business engagement, said Rakesh Kumar, Chairman of India Expo Centre & Mart, on Monday. "This edition set a record with 2,250 exhibitors from Uttar Pradesh showcasing products across large, medium, small sectors, and ODOP CM youth categories," Kumar told ANI at the sidelines of the event. He sa ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 29 (ANI): The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), Regional Authority Delhi, under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, hosted an outreach programme on the recently concluded India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. According to a press release, the event brought together senior government officials, diplomats, Export Promotion Councils (EPCs), industry leaders, and trade associations to discuss the transforma ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 29 (ANI): The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), Regional Authority Delhi, under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, hosted an outreach programme on the recently concluded India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. According to a press release, the event brought together senior government officials, diplomats, Export Promotion Councils (EPCs), industry leaders, and trade associations to discuss the transforma ...Read More >
India's Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) countries -- Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Iceland -- will officially come into effect from 1 October 2025, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal announced on Monday. Speaking at the valedictory session of the UP International Trade Show, Goyal said the deal, which was finalised in March 2024, marks another major step in India's global trade strategy. "Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), an authority under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, on Monday hosted an outreach programme on the recently concluded India-UK comprehensive economic and trade agreement (CETA). Chairing the programme at Bharat Mandapam here, Ajay Bhadoo, director general of foreign trade and additional secretary in the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, underlined the strategic significance of CETA in expanding India's foo ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 29 (PTI) The NHRC on Monday said it has issued notices to municipal commissioner and superintendent of police of Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu over reports that two sanitation workers died allegedly due to asphyxiation while working on an underground drainage pipeline last week. The National Human Rights Commission has observed that the content of the media report, if true, raises a serious issue of human rights violation. The NHRC has taken "suo motu cognisance of a media report ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, Sept 26 (Reuters) - India said on Friday its officials held "constructive" talks with U.S. counterparts during a visit to Washington this week, and both sides agreed to continue discussions aimed at concluding a mutually beneficial trade deal soon. "Both sides exchanged views on possible contours of the deal," the commerce ministry said in a statement. A delegation led by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal visited the U.S. from September 22 to 24 and met U.S. Trade Represen ...Read More >
TEHRAN - India has imported a large shipment of Iranian crude for the first time in years, raising speculation that New Delhi may be preparing to resume broader purchases despite U.S. sanctions. Data from India's Ministry of Commerce and Industry showed the country imported Iranian crude worth $111 million in June. India had halted purchases of Iranian oil in 2018 after Washington's withdrawal from the nuclear deal and the reimposition of sanctions. In addition to crude, India imported $94 mi ...Read More >
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