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February 20, 2026 2:26 PM

Slovakia President calls meeting with PM Modi ‘historic milestone’ for ties; lauds AI Summit

Slovakia President Peter Pellegrini on Friday described his meeting withPrime Minister Narendra Modi as a “historic milestone” in Slovakia–India relations, while congratulating India for hosting the “exceptionally well-organised” India AI Impact Summit 2026. The two leaders met at Hyderabad House on the sidelines of the summit and reviewed the entire spectrum of bilateral ties, including trade and investment, digital technologies, defence, space, energy, culture and people-to-people e...

February 15, 2026 3:09 PM

Sitharaman discusses India-EU FTA, investments with German leadership

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman senior German leaders and industrialists during her visit to Germany, discussing bilateral trade ties in the backdrop of the India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and ways to scale up cooperation in manufacturing, technology and agriculture. On Saturday, Sitharaman met Lars Klingbeil, Vice Chancellor and Federal Minister of Finance of Germany, and discussed the recent meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz in India in...

February 12, 2026 11:46 AM

India-EU FTA catalyses a new era for India’s woodworking and furniture industry

As India charges toward its Viksit Bharat vision, the woodworking and furniture industry has emerged as a frontline driver of industrial growth. From 26 February to 2 March 2026, the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre will host INDIAWOOD 2026, the largest and most ambitious edition in the event's history. This 26th biennial edition arrives at a historic turning point for the nation's manufacturing sector, largely driven by the progress of the India-EU Free Trade Agreement. Popularly dubbe...

January 28, 2026 2:18 PM

‘India comes out on top’: US Trade Representative Greer says India gains access to EU markets after FTA

United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer has said that India stands to benefit the most from the recently concluded Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the European Union, citing greater market access, labour advantages, and potential mobility opportunities for Indian workers. In an interview with Fox News, Greer said the agreement must be viewed in the context of shifting global trade dynamics under US President Donald Trump's push to prioritise domestic production. He noted that the Eur...

January 28, 2026 10:54 AM

President Murmu hosts EU leaders, hails India-EU FTA and shared democratic values

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday hosted António Costa, President of the European Council, and Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, at Rashtrapati Bhavan, marking a historic moment in India-European Union relations. The two EU leaders were the Chief Guests at India’s 77th Republic Day celebrations - the first time the European Union has participated in this capacity - underscoring the growing depth and trust in the India-EU Strategic Partnership. Welcoming the visiti...

January 27, 2026 11:44 PM

India–EU FTA opens new doors for pharma, MedTech; Nadda hails access to $572.3 billion EU market

Union Minister for Chemicals and Fertilisers J.P. Nadda on Tuesday said the India–European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) opens new avenues for the pharmaceuticals and medical devices sectors, providing Indian manufacturers access to the EU’s $572.3 billion pharma and MedTech market. He said liberalised tariffs under the agreement would accelerate growth in high-value segments and strengthen India’s role as a reliable global healthcare partner. India and the European Union announced the...

January 27, 2026 8:59 PM

PM Modi calls India-EU partnership a new engine of global growth at business forum

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said India and the European Union are entering a new era of partnership, marked by unprecedented alignment between the world’s two largest democratic powers, as he addressed the India–European Union Business Forum at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. Welcoming the President of the European Council, the President of the European Commission and business leaders from both sides, the Prime Minister said the visit of EU leaders to India was not a routine diplo...

January 27, 2026 8:46 PM

Amit Shah hails India-EU trade deal as defining moment for global trade engagement

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah on Tuesday hailed the India–EU Trade Deal, calling it a defining moment in India’s global trade engagement and a major boost to the country’s mission of building an Atmanirbhar Bharat. In a series of posts on X, Shah said the agreement marks a strategic breakthrough for India and reflects Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s diplomatic vision on the global stage. He said the deal is based on win-win agreements and establishes a trusted...

January 27, 2026 5:27 PM

India-EU FTA: ‘Mother of all deals’ lays foundation for future-ready strategic partnership aligned with India@2047

India and the European Union have taken a historic leap in their bilateral relationship with the conclusion of negotiations for a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement (FTA), described as the “Mother of All Deals.” Announced during the visit of the President of the European Council and the President of the European Commission to India, the agreement marks a defining moment in India-EU ties and lays the foundation for a future-ready strategic partnership aligned with India@2047. Covering two of...

January 27, 2026 3:26 PM

Free Trade Agreement beginning of a ‘new era’ in India-EU relations: PM Modi

India and the European Union on Tuesday marked a major milestone in their bilateral relations with the conclusion of the largest Free Trade Agreement (FTA) in India’s history, alongside the launch of a comprehensive Security and Defence Partnership, signalling a decisive deepening of strategic, economic, and people-centric cooperation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing a joint press statement with European Council President António Costa and European Commission President Ursula von de...