Rajesh Agrawal
China Files WTO Complaint Against India Over Electric Vehicle and Battery Subsidies: Trade Implications and Growing Deficit
Oct 15, 2025 10:41 pm CST
China has filed a formal complaint with the World Trade Organization against India regarding subsidies for electric vehicles and batteries. This dispute occurs amid a widening trade imbalance, with India's deficit reaching USD 99.2 billion in 2024-25. The complaint, which mirrors similar actions against Turkey, Canada, and the EU, initiates the WTO's dispute resolution process as bilateral trade tensions continue to grow.
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.
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 Hold Trade Talks, Both Sides Describe Them As "Positive"
Sep 16, 2025 10:20 pm CST
Talks between the US and India on a bilateral trade agreement, the first since 50% tariffs were imposed by Donald Trump, have been described by the American side as "positive".
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.
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.