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April 15, 2026 4:47 PM

India-UK FTA to Come into Force in May, Talks with US, EU Progressing

The Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the United Kingdom is expected to come into operation in May, marking a key milestone in bilateral trade relations, Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal said on Wednesday. Speaking on India’s ongoing trade engagements, Agarwal said negotiations for the India–EU FTA are also progressing, with the agreement likely to be signed before the end of the current calendar year and operationalised within the present financial year. He further informed th...

July 28, 2025 12:31 AM

India-UK FTA reflects nation’s growing strength: Piyush Goyal

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Sunday said that the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) reflects the growing strength and global standing of the country. Speaking to the media on the sidelines of a felicitation ceremony here, the Union Minister described the FTA as the most comprehensive free trade agreement India has signed to date. “This agreement is a result of the trust Prime Minister Narendra Modi has built globally. It has enabled India to negotiate and finalise t...

July 25, 2025 4:45 PM

India-United Kingdom Free Trade Agreement: A Diplomatic Win

Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his visit to the United Kingdom, signing the Free Trade Agreement with the island nation. The FTA was being negotiated for a few years now, and the signing marks an important diplomatic win for the Modi Government. As the world finds itself engulfed in tariff wars, initiated by the White House under Donald Trump, the FTA comes across as a sign of economic trust between two critical economies. While global trade is now plagued with an air of uncertainty and...

July 25, 2025 3:36 PM

India–UK FTA will boost Indian manufacturing, services: RBI Governor

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra on Friday said the India–UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is expected to provide a boost to multiple sectors of the Indian economy, including manufacturing and services. Speaking at an event in Mumbai, Malhotra said that with multilateralism losing momentum globally, such bilateral agreements are becoming increasingly important for India’s trade strategy. “The UK FTA is the way forward, because unfortunately, multilateralism appears to ha...

July 25, 2025 2:44 PM

Sealing the Deal: How the India–UK FTA redefines global trade dynamics

The India–UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA), signed on July 24, 2025, marks a historic milestone in bilateral relations, transforming the economic landscape between two influential democracies with shared historical ties. At its core, this agreement aims to double the volume of trade between the two nations to $120 billion by 2030, signalling a shift in strategic and economic alignment in a post-Brexit global order. This comprehensive trade pact not only strengthens commercial ties but also deepen...

July 25, 2025 12:51 PM

India-UK FTA a “landmark economic achievement”: TPCI

The Trade Promotion Council of India (TPCI) has termed the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) a “landmark economic achievement,” saying it will open up new opportunities for Indian exporters across key sectors. Calling the deal “visionary,” TPCI Chairman Mohit Singla said the agreement supports the development of globally competitive Indian brands, while advancing rural growth and India’s integration into global value chains. India’s total trade with the United Kingdom touched $23...

July 24, 2025 6:39 PM

Industry leaders hail game changing India-UK free trade agreement

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his British counterpart Keir Starmer on Thursday signed the eagerly-awaited India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA), marking a landmark moment in the bilateral economic relationship. As part of the historic pact, the UK will reduce duties on 99 per cent of Indian exports, while India will lower tariffs on 90 per cent of British goods, significantly easing tariff barriers and regulatory procedures across multiple sectors. The agreement is expected to make imported g...

July 24, 2025 3:18 AM

PM Modi arrives in London, begins two-day UK visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the United Kingdom on Wednesday as part of the first leg of his two-nation tour, with India and the UK poised to strengthen bilateral ties through a potential Free Trade Agreement (FTA). PM Modi landed in London for a two-day official visit, during which he is expected to hold discussions with his British counterpart, Prime Minister Keir Starmer, to explore new avenues for economic cooperation and job creation in both nations. "Landed in London. This vis...

June 13, 2025 4:50 PM

India-UK FTA likely to unlock extra trade worth 25.5 billion pounds: UK diplomat

The India-UK Free Trade Agreement, which eliminates tariffs on 99 per cent of Indian exports to the UK and 90 per cent of UK exports to India, will unlock 25.5 billion pounds in additional trade value, according to UK Trade Commissioner for South Asia Harjinder Kang. Participating in a panel discussion here, he said: "This agreement is not just a trade deal; it is a blueprint for the next chapter of UK-India economic cooperation. With 43 billion pounds in existing trade and 25.5 billion pounds ...

May 16, 2025 10:59 AM

India–UK Trade Deal to Spur 15 % Annual Growth Through 2030, Says CareEdge

The bilateral trade between India and the United Kingdom is expected to grow by about 15 per cent a year until 2030, on the assumption that the recently concluded free-trade agreement (FTA) will take effect within the next twelve months, according to a report released on Friday. The accord, finalised on 6 May after nearly three years of negotiations, presents a strategic opportunity for Indian companies to deepen their presence in the British market, stimulate domestic manufacturing and drive...