Tag: Commerce Ministry

India’s Trade Deficit Widens to $21.8 Billion in October 2025

Business
India's trade deficit surged 141% to $21.8 billion in October 2025 due to gold imports and US tariffs, though services exports show strong growth.

India, New Zealand Fast-Track FTA with 49% Trade Growth

World
India and New Zealand make substantive progress on free trade agreement as bilateral trade hits $1.3 billion with 49% growth, signaling early pact conclusion.

India’s Exports Drop 11.8% in October, Trade Deficit Hits Record

Business
India's trade deficit widens to record $41.68 billion as exports fall 11.8% and gold imports surge 200% in October 2025.

China Suspends Rare Earth Export Controls Through 2026

World
China temporarily lifts export restrictions on rare earth materials, lithium batteries, and super-hard materials following US-China trade agreement.

India-US Trade Deal: Sitharaman Says Negotiations in Full Force

Business
India and US accelerate BTA negotiations with $500 billion trade target. Get latest updates on tariff challenges and protection for Indian farmers.

India-EU Free Trade Agreement Talks Intensify as Key Delegation Reaches Delhi

Business
Crucial India-EU FTA negotiations accelerate with senior EU team in Delhi for 5-day talks focusing on goods, services, and rules of origin for balanced trade pact.

India-EU Push for Year-End Trade Pact as Goyal Heads to Brussels

Business
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal's Brussels visit aims to finalize the comprehensive trade agreement with EU, addressing key issues including rules of origin and agricultural standards.

India’s Trade Deficit Widens to $31.15 Billion as Imports Surge

Business
India's September exports grow 6.74% to $36.38 billion despite US tariffs, while imports jump 16.6% pushing trade deficit to highest in over a year.

Trump Calms Trade War Fears After Threatening 100% China Tariffs

World
Former President Trump reassures about China relations while threatening 100% tariffs over rare earth export restrictions. China warns of countermeasures.