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February 7, 2026 12:14 PM

Dairy, grains, spices safeguarded under India–US trade framework: Goyal

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday underlined the government’s commitment to protecting farmers’ interests while finalising the framework of the India–US bilateral trade agreement. In a statement, the minister said that key agricultural sectors, including dairy, fruits, vegetables, spices and grains, have been fully protected under the India–US trade framework to safeguard domestic farmers. In a post on X, Goyal said the agreement marked a strong step towards...

February 5, 2026 2:45 PM

First tranche of India-US trade deal in 4-5 days, formal pact by mid-March: Piyush Goyal

India is set to roll out the first tranche of its bilateral trade agreement (BTA) with the United States within the next four to five days, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Thursday. The initial phase of the agreement will lead to a reduction in US tariffs on Indian exports to 18 per cent. Goyal said a joint India-US statement is expected to be issued in the coming days. Following this, an executive order will be released, bringing the reduced 18 per cent tariff on Indian goo...

February 4, 2026 3:57 PM

India safeguarded agriculture, dairy in US trade deal: Piyush Goyal

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday assured Members of Parliament that India has successfully safeguarded the interests of sensitive sectors, particularly agriculture and dairy, in the trade agreement with the United States, while ensuring significant benefits for Indian exporters. The India–US trade deal, which reduces tariffs on Indian goods entering the US to 18 per cent, has triggered a political row, with Opposition members expressing concern over claims by...

January 16, 2026 10:32 PM

Piyush Goyal highlights rising self-confidence among India’s youth at ‘Startup Pe Charcha’

Union Minister for Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Friday said one of the most striking changes in a resurgent India is the growing self-confidence among its youth, as young Indians increasingly embrace risk-taking, entrepreneurship and innovation. Addressing the “Startup Pe Charcha” interaction at Bharat Mandapam, Goyal said the willingness of the younger generation to experiment with ideas and pursue entrepreneurial paths reflects a fundamental shift in India’s mindset towards inn...

January 16, 2026 2:01 PM

India’s vibrant startup ecosystem is helping creators grow: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday highlighted the country’s vibrant startup ecosystem, saying it is helping creators grow in an inclusive set-up and opening up innumerable opportunities for a Viksit Bharat. Responding to a post by Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on the social media platform X, PM Modi stated: “Today’s India believes in aspiration and creation; they are creating what they once used to seek!” The Prime Minister was referring to an article by the minister on the count...

January 7, 2026 7:09 PM

Piyush Goyal holds talks with Liechtenstein Minister on strengthening economic ties

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday held talks with Sabine Monauni, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Liechtenstein, to explore ways to strengthen economic cooperation between the two countries. Following the meeting, Goyal said discussions focused on expanding trade, innovation and clean technology collaboration, while also exploring avenues to deepen bilateral ties after the operationalisation of the India–EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agree...

January 6, 2026 6:25 PM

Fight against malnutrition must become a collective national movement: Piyush Goyal

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Tuesday said that the fight against malnutrition must evolve into a collective national movement involving the government, corporates, communities and individuals, stressing that eliminating malnutrition is essential for building a Viksit Bharat. Addressing a CSR Conclave on Nutrition organised by the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) in New Delhi, the Minister said that malnutrition poses a long-term challenge to India’s social an...

December 30, 2025 3:21 PM

Over 5.5 lakh trademarks registered in India in 2024–25: Piyush Goyal

India recorded more than 5.5 lakh domestic trademark filings during 2024–25, marking the highest ever registrations in a single year, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Tuesday. The surge in filings reflects the growing strength of India’s institutional framework for protecting intellectual property and safeguarding the interests of innovators and creators, he said, noting that such protection plays a direct role in supporting economic growth. Referring to Prime Minister N...

December 29, 2025 1:54 PM

Trade pact with Australia anchors India’s economic engagement in Indo-Pacific: Piyush Goyal

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday said that as the Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA) negotiations advance with other nations, India-Australia trade pact continues to anchor the country’s economic engagement in the Indo-Pacific, aligned with ‘Make in India’ and the vision of 'Viksit Bharat 2047’. From January 1, 2026, 100 per cent Australian tariff lines will be zero-duty for Indian exports, unlocking fresh opportunities for labour-intensive sectors,...

December 23, 2025 3:43 PM

PM Modi shares Piyush Goyal’s article highlighting India-New Zealand FTA as women-led, growth-focused pact

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday shared an article by Union Minister for Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal, highlighting how India’s free trade agreements (FTAs) have evolved beyond tariff reductions to become part of a broader mission to strengthen the economy and improve livelihoods. Responding to Goyal’s post on X, the Prime Minister said the article explains that India’s FTAs are now instruments of economic transformation and social inclusion. He also noted that the India-New ...