New Delhi, July 14 India and Belgium on Tuesday discussed ways to expand cooperation across trade, investment, technology, logistics and workforce mobility. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal had an excellent meeting with David Clarinval, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Employment, Economy, and Agriculture of Belgium. “We also exchanged views on the transformative potential […]
Washington, June 25, India continues to be a major driver of global economic growth despite the economic impact of the Iran conflict and higher energy prices, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) said on Thursday, while cautioning that the country has not been immune to disruptions in global energy markets. Addressing a regular IMF press briefing, […]
New Delhi, June 17 India and the United Kingdom on Wednesday announced that the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) will enter into force on July 15, marking a new phase in the country’s economic diplomacy. Simultaneously, the Agreement on Social Security — referred to as the Double Contribution Convention (DCC) — will also come […]
New Delhi, April 19 India may be closer than ever to achieving long-term nuclear self-reliance, following a key milestone in its ambitious three-stage nuclear programme, according to an article. The report in the Vietnam Times described the development as a potential turning point in India’s decades-old strategy to overcome fuel constraints and build a sustainable […]
New Delhi, April 13 India’s data centre market — valued at approximately $10 billion in 2025 — is expected to more than double to $22 billion by 2030, underscoring the strong growth trajectory and rising investor confidence in the sector, a report showed on Monday. India is emerging as a strategic data centre hub within […]
Mumbai, April 13 International crude oil prices surged on Monday, climbing nearly 10 per cent and crossing the $100 per barrel mark, following the US Navy’s move to blockade the Strait of Hormuz amid stalled peace talks. Brent crude futures jumped 8.61 per cent or $8 to hit an intraday high of $103.40. Similarly, US […]
Washington, March 16, President Donald Trump on Monday criticised some US allies for hesitating to assist Washington in securing the Strait of Hormuz, saying several nations whose economies depend heavily on the waterway had been reluctant to contribute ships or equipment. Speaking at the White House before a meeting with board members of the Trump […]
New Delhi, March 13 The Ministry of Commerce and Industry on Friday said that India and the United States continue to remain engaged in discussions for a mutually beneficial bilateral trade agreement, rejecting media reports that suggested a pause in negotiations. In a statement, the ministry clarified that there has been no hold on bilateral […]
New Delhi, March 11 India on Wednesday welcomed the International Energy Agency’s (IEA) decision to release emergency oil stocks amid the prevailing supply disruptions due to the Iran war. The government is closely monitoring the evolving situation in global energy markets, particularly in the Middle East, an official said. India stands ready to take appropriate […]
New Delhi, Feb 24 The negotiations for the proposed free trade agreement between India and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) were formally launched here on Tuesday with the signing of a joint statement by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and GCC Secretary General Jasem Mohamed Al-Budaiwi. “Amidst global uncertainties, it is most opportune that […]