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India-EFTA Trade Agreement: $100 Billion Investment and One Million Jobs Through Historic European Partnership
Oct 12, 2025 02:39 am CST
India's landmark Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement with four European Free Trade Association countries has come into effect, promising $100 billion in investments and one million direct jobs over 15 years. This historic agreement provides balanced market access, supports key economic sectors, and establishes India's first FTA with binding investment and job creation commitments.
TCS Launches AI Experience Zone in London and Plans to Create 5,000 New UK Jobs in Next Three Years
Oct 10, 2025 04:56 pm CST
Tata Consultancy Services announces the launch of a new Artificial Intelligence experience zone and design studio in London while planning to create 5,000 new jobs in the UK over the next three years. As a major contributor to the UK economy with a €3.3 billion impact in FY2024, TCS continues to strengthen its presence in its second-largest global market through strategic investments in innovation and talent development.
Tejashwi Yadav's Bold One Job Per Family Promise: Transforming Bihar's Employment Landscape
Oct 10, 2025 12:44 am CST
Tejashwi Yadav, Bihar's Opposition Leader, has pledged to provide one government job per family, addressing the state's 3.9% unemployment rate. As November elections approach, this promise resonates in a region devastated by economic uncertainty and pandemic effects. Having claimed creation of 500,000 jobs during his previous 17-month tenure as Deputy Chief Minister, Yadav faces the monumental challenge of implementing this vision across Bihar's 13.43 crore population, potentially reshaping the state's socioeconomic future.
India-UK Free Trade Agreement: Boosting MSMEs, Creating Jobs and Doubling Bilateral Trade by 2030
Oct 09, 2025 06:49 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and British PM Keir Starmer discussed the newly signed India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), which aims to boost MSMEs, create jobs, and double bilateral trade from the current $56 billion before 2030. The agreement will enhance market access, reduce tariffs, and bring nine UK universities to India, demonstrating both nations' commitment to strengthening economic and educational partnerships during global uncertainty.
Leh Markets Reopen as Curfew Eases Following Deadly Protests for Ladakh Statehood
Oct 02, 2025 04:24 pm CST
Shops and markets in Leh City have reopened as authorities relaxed curfew restrictions following deadly clashes between protestors and police. The violence stemmed from demonstrations demanding statehood and inclusion of Ladakh under the Sixth Schedule. Lieutenant Governor Kavinder Gupta has expressed optimism about resolution through dialogue while outlining efforts for job creation and economic development in the region.
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.
H-1B Visa Could Be Up For Negotiation Once Trade Deal Signed: US Ex-Envoy
Sep 23, 2025 02:59 am CST
US President Donald Trump's plan to impose a massive fee on Indians seeking fresh H-1B visas could come back on the negotiating table once the trade deal between the two nations is concluded, former US Ambassador to New Delhi Tim Roemer said.
Tamil Nadu Announces Rs 30,000 Crore Shipbuilding Investments, Will Generate Over 55,000 Jobs
Sep 21, 2025 11:40 am CST
Tamil Nadu on Saturday announced a major breakthrough in its push to emerge as a global shipbuilding hub, with two ultra-mega projects worth Rs 30,000 crore set to come up in the state.
Ahead Of Bihar Polls, Nitish Kumar Announces Rs 1,000 Monthly Allowance For Unemployed Graduates
Sep 18, 2025 01:29 pm CST
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Thursday announced a Rs 1,000 monthly allowance for each unemployed youth, in a move seen as a major outreach to young and first-time voters ahead of the Assembly elections.