Bilateral Trade Agreement
Modi and Starmer Champion Free Trade Cooperation Amid Rising Global Protectionism
Oct 10, 2025 02:58 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer strengthen bilateral trade relations through a landmark agreement expected to increase two-way trade by 39% over 15 years, demonstrating their commitment to free trade principles despite rising global protectionism and US tariff challenges. The visit secured £1.3 billion in Indian investments for the UK while deepening cooperation across technology, education, defense, and critical minerals sectors.
UK and India Sign $468 Million Missile Deal During Prime Minister Starmer's Mumbai Visit
Oct 09, 2025 11:01 pm CST
Britain has secured a $468 million contract to supply lightweight missiles to the Indian army, reinforcing defense ties between the two nations. The agreement, announced during British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Mumbai, will preserve 700 jobs at Thales' Northern Ireland facility and opens the door to broader weapons cooperation, alongside progress on a naval electric engine partnership.
PM Modi Addresses Khalistani Extremism During Strategic Talks with UK's Starmer in Mumbai
Oct 09, 2025 09:26 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer held comprehensive discussions in Mumbai focusing on enhancing bilateral relations in trade, defense, and technology while addressing Khalistani extremism concerns. The meeting highlighted their $56 billion trade relationship, plans for UK university campuses in India, and mutual commitment to combating extremism within democratic frameworks, following their landmark trade agreement signed in July aimed at doubling bilateral trade by 2030.
Rajesh Agrawal Appointed as Commerce Secretary Amid US-India Trade Tensions and 50% Trump Tariffs
Oct 02, 2025 02:04 am CST
Senior IAS officer Rajesh Agrawal has assumed the role of Commerce Secretary in India at a critical time when US-India trade relations face challenges from 50% Trump tariffs. With three decades of administrative experience and as former chief negotiator for multiple international trade agreements, Agrawal will navigate ongoing bilateral trade negotiations and support export sectors affected by recent US trade policies.
India, US Trade Talks On At Different Levels: Official
Sep 24, 2025 09:56 pm CST
India-US talks are happening at different levels covering both trade and non-trade issues, an official said.
India Expects To Increase Energy Trade With US: Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal
Sep 24, 2025 01:25 pm CST
India expects to increase its trade with the US in energy products in the years to come, and the country's energy security goals will have a significant element of US involvement, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has said.
Piyush Goyal To Visit US Tomorrow For Trade Talks Amid Tariff Tension
Sep 21, 2025 09:52 am CST
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will lead an official delegation to the US for trade talks on September 22, an official statement said on Saturday.
India, US Trade Talks Begin
Sep 16, 2025 02:41 pm CST
Chief negotiators of India and the US have commenced talks on the proposed trade agreement to iron out issues in the wake of steep tariffs that have created uncertainties for exporters, an official said on Tuesday.
"India Coming To The Table": Top Trump Aide Ahead Of Trade Talks
Sep 16, 2025 10:08 am CST
Donald Trump's trade adviser Peter Navarro made remarks as the US chief negotiator arrived in Delhi on Monday for a day-long talk on the trade deal.
US Team To Land Today, Stalled Trade Talks Likely To Resume: Sources
Sep 16, 2025 12:13 am CST
Talks over an India-United States bilateral trade agreement - stalled over access to India's price-sensitive agriculture and dairy markets - will resume tomorrow, sources told NDTV Monday afternoon.