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September 15, 2025 3:53 PM

Sustainability is non-negotiable in India’s growth journey: Piyush Goyal

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Monday reaffirmed India’s commitment to sustainability, calling it a “non-negotiable” pillar of the country’s growth story. Speaking at the inauguration of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) General Meeting Exhibition organized by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), Goyal emphasized that India’s development model is rooted in harmony with nature and long-term environmental responsibility. “Every Indian intri...

September 12, 2025 6:48 PM

Piyush Goyal holds talks with EU officials to accelerate India-EU free trade agreement

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday met EU Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Christophe Hansen, EU Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maros Sefcovic, and other officials of the EU delegation in New Delhi as part of efforts to expedite the conclusion of a comprehensive free trade agreement (FTA). Goyal said, “We remain committed to achieving a balanced and mutually beneficial FTA, opening new avenues for businesses and maximizing opportunities for the shar...

September 12, 2025 4:46 PM

Piyush Goyal inaugurates APEDA’s first regional office in Bihar, boosting state’s agri-export potential

In a bid to boost Bihar’s footprint on the global agri-export map, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday inaugurated the state’s first regional office of the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA). The inauguration took place during the Bihar Idea Festival in Patna, in the presence of Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary, Industries Minister Nitish Mishra, senior state officials, APEDA leadership, entrepreneurs, FPOs and...

September 12, 2025 12:18 PM

India, EU reaffirm commitment to early conclusion of FTA talks: Piyush Goyal

India and the European Union (EU) have reiterated their commitment to the early conclusion of negotiations for a long-pending Free Trade Agreement (FTA), aimed at boosting bilateral trade and investment. In a post on X, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said, “Delighted to host my friend Maros Sefcovic, EU Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security, and Christophe Hansen, Commissioner for Agriculture and Food, along with the EU delegation for dinner. As the India-EU FTA nego...

September 11, 2025 3:37 PM

India-US trade talks on track, first tranche expected by November: Piyush Goyal

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday said that the first tranche of the India-US trade deal is expected to be finalised by November. He noted that discussions between the two countries are progressing in a positive direction and that both sides are satisfied with the outcomes so far. Speaking to reporters in poll-bound Bihar, Goyal recalled that in February, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump had instructed their ministers to work on the pact an...

September 11, 2025 11:13 AM

Auto retail sector is key link between consumers and industry: Piyush Goyal

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday described the automobile retail sector as a crucial interface between consumers and the industry, stressing its role in ensuring ethical marketing, fair financing and insurance practices, and smooth registration processes. Speaking at the inauguration of the 7th Auto Retail Conclave and 4th Finance & Insurance Summit organised by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA), Goyal said the credibility of automobile c...

September 11, 2025 11:10 AM

India remains world’s fastest growing large economy, committed to inclusive and sustainable growth: Piyush Goyal

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday reaffirmed India’s position as the world’s fastest growing large economy and highlighted the country’s commitment to inclusive, sustainable, and resilient growth. Delivering the keynote address at FICCI Leads 2025, Goyal underlined that India’s growth story is not just about domestic progress but also about contributing to global prosperity and building stronger partnerships. Goyal said it was essential for nations to “com...

September 10, 2025 8:54 PM

Artificial Intelligence, technology and innovation to drive India’s growth story: Piyush Goyal

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has said that artificial intelligence, technology and innovation will be the driving forces of India’s growth story. He was addressing the 58th Convocation of the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) in New Delhi today. Congratulating the graduating class of 2025, Goyal said India’s destiny lies in the capable hands of its youth. He urged students to harness their skills, agility and vision to help realise the goal of Viksit Bharat 2047....

September 8, 2025 4:20 PM

Swadeshi, Atmanirbhar Bharat key to overcoming global challenges: Piyush Goyal

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday said India has the strength to face any global challenge and called on businesses to focus on swadeshi products and self-reliance to ensure financial security. Speaking at the 56th EEPC India National Awards in New Delhi, Goyal warned that export controls and restrictions by other countries could disrupt supplies to India, and stressed the need for reducing dependence on imports. “Atmanirbhar Bharat is a call to action that everyone must a...

September 3, 2025 10:41 PM

Piyush Goyal chairs meeting with exporters to address global tariff challenges

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal chaired a meeting with Export Promotion Councils (EPCs) and industry associations on Wednesday to discuss the impact of rising global tariffs on Indian exports and explore ways to safeguard trade interests. Industry representatives from sectors including textiles, apparel, engineering, gems and jewellery, leather, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and services presented their concerns. They highlighted how tariff barriers are imp...