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September 29, 2025 9:21 PM

DGFT urges Indian exporters to harness opportunities under India-UK CETA

Indian exporters have been urged to capitalise on the recently concluded India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) to expand their footprint in the UK market. The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), Regional Authority Delhi, under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, hosted an outreach programme titled “Gateway to Growth: Harnessing Opportunities under India-UK CETA” at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. Chairing the event, DGFT Director General and Additional Secreta...

July 25, 2025 6:17 PM

Comprehensive report on state-wise economic impact of the India–UK CETA

The India–UK Free Trade Agreement, also known as the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), marks a significant step in deepening bilateral trade and economic ties between India and the United Kingdom. By eliminating or reducing tariffs and enhancing market access, the agreement is poised to benefit a wide spectrum of Indian states based on their industrial and export specializations. This report synthesizes the state-wise benefits from the FTA, highlighting the key sectors and ant...

July 25, 2025 12:46 AM

UK FTA finalised after two decades, credit goes to PM Modi: Piyush Goyal

Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday said it took over two decades to finalise the historic Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the United Kingdom, crediting Prime Minister Narendra Modi for bringing the deal back into focus and driving it to conclusion. Speaking to IANS on the sidelines of the India-UK talks, Goyal said, “This is historic in itself. It took over two decades to finalise this FTA. But when Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave it momentum in 2021, brought it back into focu...

July 24, 2025 11:33 PM

Prime Minister Modi meets King Charles III at Sandringham Estate

Prime Minister Narendra Modi called on His Majesty King Charles III at Sandringham Estate, the summer residence of the British monarch, during his visit to the United Kingdom. During the meeting, Prime Minister Modi conveyed his happiness over the recovery of His Majesty’s health and the resumption of his royal duties. The two leaders held discussions on a range of issues including health, sustainable living, and traditional practices such as Ayurveda and Yoga. Both sides expressed interest i...

July 24, 2025 10:35 PM

PM Modi, UK PM Keir Starmer hold ‘chai pe charcha’ at Chequers

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday held a 'Chai Pe Charcha' with his UK counterpart Keir Starmer at Chequers, the countryside retreat of the British Prime Minister. A photo shared by PM Modi in a post on X showed the two leaders engaged in a deep conversation over tea. In his post, PM Modi said, “‘Chai Pe Charcha’ with PM Keir Starmer at Chequers... brewing stronger India-UK ties!” At the same venue, the two leaders also interacted with business leaders, highlighting the importan...

July 24, 2025 10:50 PM

India-UK relations enter new era with landmark deals on trade, tech and security

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held wide-ranging talks with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer during his official visit to the United Kingdom from July 23-24. The meeting, held at the British Prime Minister’s country residence, Chequers in Buckinghamshire. The two leaders held a one-on-one meeting followed by delegation-level talks, covering the full spectrum of bilateral cooperation. During the talks, the two sides welcomed the signing of the historic India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Ag...