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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer Celebrates Diwali in Mumbai During Historic India Visit to Strengthen Trade Relations
Oct 09, 2025 02:05 am CST
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer lit traditional diyas in Mumbai ahead of Diwali during his first official visit to India. Leading the UK's largest-ever trade delegation, Starmer highlighted the significance of the recently signed Free Trade Agreement projected to boost bilateral trade by £25.5 billion annually. The visit symbolizes strengthening cultural and economic ties between India and the UK, with Prime Minister Modi expressing optimism about their partnership's future.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer Leads Historic Trade Mission to India Following Landmark Free Trade Agreement
Oct 08, 2025 03:40 pm CST
Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrived in Mumbai with the UK's largest-ever trade delegation of 125 business and academic leaders to capitalize on the recently signed UK-India free trade agreement. During the journey, Starmer addressed delegates from the aircraft cockpit, emphasizing the opportunity to leverage an agreement that eliminates tariffs on over 90% of British goods, signifying a major commitment to free trade between two global economic powers.
British PM Keir Starmer to Meet PM Modi in Mumbai: Advancing India-UK Strategic Partnership and Trade Relations
Oct 05, 2025 01:02 am CST
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will visit India on October 8-9 for high-level talks with PM Narendra Modi in Mumbai, focusing on strengthening the India-UK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Coming shortly after the landmark free trade agreement signed in July, this visit aims to advance the 'Vision 2035' roadmap and explore opportunities under the new Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement that seeks to double bilateral trade by 2030.
India-EFTA Trade Agreement Officially Comes Into Force: A Milestone for Economic Cooperation
Oct 02, 2025 01:47 am CST
India's Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) has officially been implemented, as announced by Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal. This historic agreement aims to boost trade, attract investments, and create jobs, marking a significant advancement in India's economic relations with European nations.
India-EFTA Trade Agreement: $100 Billion Investment Commitment and Reduced Duties on European Products Starting October 1
Sep 30, 2025 03:54 pm CST
India's Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) with the European Free Trade Association will take effect October 1, bringing a $100 billion investment commitment over 15 years while reducing duties on European products. This landmark agreement with Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland promises to create one million direct jobs in India while giving consumers access to high-quality European goods at lower prices.
EU Unveils 'New Strategic Agenda' To Expand Ties With India
Sep 18, 2025 02:13 am CST
The European Union (EU) on Wednesday unveiled a new strategic agenda to significantly ramp up its engagement with India in a range of key areas such as defence, trade and energy, and to jointly tackle major global challenges.
India-UK Ties To Grow 'Bigger, Broader, Deeper' Under Vision 2035
Jul 30, 2025 03:29 pm CST
Deputy British High Commissioner to India, Christina Scott, stated that the UK-India relationship is poised for significant expansion under the India-UK Vision 2035 roadmap, introduced by PM Modi and Keir Starmer.
PM Modi, UK's Starmer To Sign Landmark Free Trade Deal Soon: 10 Points
Jul 24, 2025 05:44 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on his fourth visit to the UK since taking office in 2014 and will hold talks with his UK counterpart Keir Starmer. The two sides will sign the Free Trade Agreement shortly
Opinion | UK-India Trade Pact: The Empire, Finally, Shakes An Equal Hand
Jul 23, 2025 09:20 pm CST
For 200 years, Britain shaped India's trade rules to its advantage - plundering raw materials, taxing salt, killing industries in the name of "free markets". Now, as post-Brexit UK shops around for friends, India has become a prized dance partner.
Khalistani Threat, Extradition Of Fugitives, FTA: India's Agenda Ahead Of PM Modi's UK Visit
Jul 23, 2025 01:48 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on an official visit to the United Kingdom on 23rd July for discussions with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer regarding the finalisation of the Free Trade Agreement between the two countries.