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February 7, 2026 11:17 AM

India-US interim tariff deal to boost market access for exporters: industry

The interim tariff agreement between India and the United States is expected to expand market access for exporters in both countries and provide a more stable framework for bilateral trade, industry representatives said on Saturday. The agreement, reached as part of ongoing negotiations to deepen economic engagement, aims to reduce trade barriers and pave the way for a comprehensive Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA). According to Rajeev Juneja, President of the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Indust...

April 9, 2025 5:01 PM

India aims to finalise trade deal with US by fall 2025: EAM Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Wednesday said that India is working towards finalizing a bilateral trade agreement (BTA) with the United States by the fall of 2025 — making it the only country to have reached such an understanding with the US under President Donald Trump’s second term. Speaking at the News18 Rising Bharat Summit in New Delhi, Jaishankar said the two nations had agreed early on to constructively engage on trade issues and aim for a comprehensive agreement. “Wha...

April 3, 2025 2:20 PM

India gains competitive edge amid US tariffs on electronics

India has emerged as a key beneficiary in the first round of reciprocal US tariff announcements, positioning itself ahead of major electronics-exporting nations like China, Vietnam, Thailand, and Indonesia, according to industry experts. The development follows sustained diplomatic efforts by Indian negotiators and leadership. With China facing combined tariffs of up to 54-79% and Vietnam at 44%, India's relatively better tariff positioning presents a valuable window to expand its electronics e...

February 14, 2025 5:59 PM

Assocham, FIEO hail PM Modi’s US visit as milestone for India-US trade ties

Leading business chambers, Assocham and the Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO), on Friday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the US, calling it a landmark moment in strengthening trade and investment relations between India and the United States. The joint statement that followed the meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump in Washington, DC, symbolized the continued trust and strengthening of the strategic partnership between India and ...

February 14, 2025 9:11 AM

PM Modi calls India-US ties a ‘MEGA partnership for prosperity’

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday linked India's "Viksit Bharat" vision with the United States' "Make America Great Again" (MAGA) slogan, introducing the term "Make India Great Again" (MIGA). Taking to social media platform X, PM Modi stated that India and the US have formed a "MEGA" partnership to drive prosperity for both nations. "President Trump often talks about MAGA. In India, we are working towards a Viksit Bharat, which in the American context translates into MIGA. Together, India...

February 7, 2025 10:03 PM

PM Modi to visit US on Feb 12-13; energy, defence on agenda during talks with President Trump

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the United States on February 12-13 to hold talks with US President Donald Trump and engage with senior leaders of the US administration. This will be PM Modi’s first visit to the US since President Trump's inauguration for his second term. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, during a special media briefing, highlighted the significance of the visit, stating that PM Modi’s trip within three weeks of the new administration taking office underscores the im...

February 6, 2025 11:00 PM

Rajnath Singh and Hegseth explore ways to deepen defence ties ahead of PM Modi’s US visit

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday spoke with US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth over the phone, congratulating him on his confirmation and discussing ways to deepen further the India-US bilateral defence partnership. "Had an excellent telephonic conversation with my US counterpart Mr Pete Hegseth today. Congratulated him on his confirmation as the new Secretary of Defence on 25th January 2025. We reviewed the ongoing defence cooperation and explored ways and means to expand and deepe...

January 22, 2025 10:31 AM

EAM Jaishankar discusses regional, global issues with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in first bilateral meeting

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held his first bilateral meeting with newly-appointed US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, where they reviewed the extensive India-US partnership and discussed a range of regional and global issues. The meeting took place just hours after Rubio assumed office, marking a significant start to their diplomatic collaboration. Sharing moments from the meeting on X, Jaishankar said, “Delighted to meet @secrubio for his first bilateral meeting after assumption of...