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July 30, 2026 9:22 AM

India-UK CETA: A landmark step towards India’s global economic leadership

The coming into force of the India-United Kingdom Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) marks a defining moment in India's economic diplomacy and global engagement. More than a trade pact, it is a reflection of India's rising economic stature, diplomatic confidence and strategic vision under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. As the world's fastest growing major economy, CETA stands out as a milestone that promises to accelerate India's journey towards becoming a develop...

July 15, 2026 4:11 PM

FICCI, Nasscom hail operationalisation of India-UK trade pact

The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) and Nasscom on Wednesday welcomed the operationalisation of the India–United Kingdom Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), describing it as a landmark step that will expand trade, strengthen investment, enhance technology collaboration and improve global competitiveness for Indian businesses. The India-UK Free Trade Agreement came into force on Wednesday along with the Agreement on Social Security, also known ...

July 15, 2026 1:16 PM

PM Modi hails India-UK FTA as ‘significant moment’ in bilateral partnership as landmark trade pact comes into force

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday described the coming into force of the India-United Kingdom Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) and the Agreement on Social Security as a "significant moment" in bilateral relations, saying the twin agreements would deepen economic ties and create new opportunities for businesses, farmers, professionals and skilled workers in both countries. The landmark agreements, which came into force on July 15, mark a new phase in India-UK economi...

July 15, 2026 12:57 PM

India-UK Free Trade Agreement comes into force, opening a new era of trade, investment and economic cooperation

India and the United Kingdom have ushered in a new phase of economic cooperation with the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) and the Agreement on Social Security Contributions, also known as the Double Contribution Convention (DCC), coming into force on July 15. The twin agreements mark a major milestone in India's global economic engagement and are expected to significantly boost bilateral trade, investment, services exports and professional mobility while strengthening the strat...

July 15, 2026 12:18 PM

Piyush Goyal hails India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement coming into force today

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday hailed the coming into force of the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) and the accompanying Agreement on Social Security, describing it as a defining milestone in India-UK relations that will significantly boost trade, investment and employment opportunities. In a post on X, Goyal said, "Today marks a defining milestone in India-UK ties. Under the dynamic leadership of Hon'ble PM Narendra Modi ji, the India-UK ...

June 27, 2026 2:40 PM

Piyush Goyal announces 1,000-member advisory network to help businesses leverage India-UK CETA

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday announced the deployment of 1,000 advisory personnel across India to help businesses maximise the benefits of the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), which is set to come into force on July 15, 2026. He also announced the upgradation of the trade portal to provide greater support to exporters and industry. Speaking during the 10th Annual UK-India Week in London, Goyal said the agreement, India's most comprehensi...

June 25, 2026 2:38 AM

Piyush Goyal to hold talks in London as India, UK prepare to operationalise CETA

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will visit the United Kingdom from June 25 to 27 to hold high-level discussions aimed at facilitating the implementation of the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) and the Double Contribution Convention (DCC), both of which are scheduled to come into force on July 15. During the visit, Goyal will hold bilateral talks with Peter Kyle, the UK Secretary of State for Business and Trade. The discussions are expected to focus on...

June 17, 2026 10:51 PM

India-UK CETA, Social Security Pact to take effect from July 15; duty-free access for 99% of Indian exports

India and the United Kingdom on Wednesday announced that the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) and the Agreement on Social Security Contributions, also known as the Double Contribution Convention (DCC), will come into force on July 15, 2026, ushering in a new phase of bilateral economic cooperation. According to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, the development marks a major milestone in India's economic diplomacy and a significant step towards the country's Viksit Bharat 2...

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...