India's Ministry of Commerce and Industry is speeding up approvals for Advance Authorisation applications by reforming the Directorate General of Foreign Trade's Norms Committees. Key changes include fixed fortnightly meetings, prioritiz...
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New Delhi has accepted an invitation from the United Kingdom and France to join a multinational initiative safeguarding maritime transit through the Strait of Hormuz. This strategic move addresses India's significant energy import depend...
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Niyo Forex has launched an industry-first zero-markup foreign exchange model for Indian travelers, enabling currency purchases and sell-backs at live rates without additional fees. This move directly confronts the retail forex market's t...
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India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said attacks on merchant ships in the Strait of Hormuz are unacceptable, highlighting risks to global energy markets. In response, Japan unveiled a $10 billion initiative, POWERR Asia, to s...
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India is rapidly enacting a series of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with key partners including the UK, Oman, New Zealand, the EU, and Canada. These pacts aim to boost Indian exports, reduce tariffs, and foster deeper economic ties. The a...
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India sends a delegation to the US from April 20 for in-person trade talks, the first in months, to finalize legal agreements and investigations. Former President Donald Trump also predicted a sharp drop in global oil prices once the Ira...
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India is strategically delaying trade talks with the US, waiting for clarity on American politics and tariffs after the midterm elections. This move follows a Supreme Court decision that changed tariff rules, giving India more negotiatio...
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India's 8th WTO Trade Policy Review in July 2026 coincides with unprecedented export growth. Officials are preparing for scrutiny of policies enabling this surge, particularly concerning subsidies and its developing country status. Amids...
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Iran's Ambassador to India rejected US claims of charging tolls on Indian ships, countering President Trump's accusations. India confirmed this, stating no fees were paid. This US tactic to block payments to Iran risks vital energy trans...
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Indian consumer companies are significantly reducing West Asian operations, halting expansion plans and recalibrating investments due to the US-Israel-Iran conflict. Soaring container costs, up fivefold, and a decline in consumer base ar...
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Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal's discussions with Oman's counterpart Anwar bin Hilal bin Hamdoun Al Jabri aimed to unlock bilateral trade and investment via the India-Oman CEPA. Signed in December 2025, the agreement promises 98% duty-fr...
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India's rupee dropped 56 paise to 93.39 against the US dollar on Monday, driven by soaring oil prices after US-Iran peace talks failed. This sparked a global dash for dollar safety and capital flight from emerging markets, exposing India...
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Easing global tensions from a Middle East ceasefire are drawing renewed interest to Asian stocks. Morgan Stanley highlights Chinese AI and energy security companies as key beneficiaries of regional stability. However, investors must rema...
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Minister Piyush Goyal discussed supply chain disruptions from the West Asia crisis with Saudi Arabia's Trade Minister Majid bin Abdullah Al Qassabi. The urgency to advance the India-GCC Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is now greater, shifting...
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India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal met with Kuwait and UAE officials to address trade and energy supply disruptions caused by West Asian geopolitical events. Diplomatic efforts aim to restore stability, but the crisis reveals major r...
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India's new trade agreements with the United Kingdom (effective May 1, 2026) and the European Union (finalized January 2026) are set to boost exporter access. These deals aim to cut tariffs and duties, especially for the textile sector....
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India is boosting global trade through Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with around twenty new countries, adding to its 38 existing accords with developed nations. The strategy targets high-income partners where Indian industries face minima...
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Berkshire Hathaway successfully issued ¥272.3 billion ($1.7 billion) in yen-denominated bonds, its third-largest such deal on record. The offering, spanning maturities up to 30 years, achieved a 3.084% coupon on its 10-year notes, a sign...
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Rising tensions in West Asia are pushing oil prices higher on supply fears through the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, the tech sector is getting a major boost from Meta's expanded $21 billion AI cloud deal with CoreWeave. However, US econo...
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US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor signaled progress in trade deal discussions with an upcoming Indian delegation visit. However, this optimism is tempered by the recent US Supreme Court ruling invalidating key tariffs and the subsequent...
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