Pact with European Free Trade Association

India-EFTA trade deal unlocks $100B investment, 1M jobs, and green tech, boosting Make in India and Net Zero goals.

Parliamentary panel to be briefed ahead of EU-India FTA talks, Pg10

India-EU FTA talks gain momentum amidst geopolitical pressures; parliamentary panel to be briefed on contentious issues like CBAM and agriculture.

A complex turn in India’s FDI story, Pg6

India's FDI landscape shifts: Inflows rise, but outflows surge, raising concerns about long-term economic impact and investor confidence.

Trump’s tariff war as opportunity for the Global South , Pg8

Trump's tariff war presents opportunities for Global South to reshape geo-economic architecture, but India must address structural problems.

Foreign companies halted India projects worth ₹2 lakh crore in Q1 , Pg1

Tariff uncertainty triggers ₹2 lakh crore foreign project pullout in India during Q1 2025-26, a 1200% YoY surge.

Rethinking carbon pricing and taxes , Pg7

UK's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism threatens Indian exports; India needs unified carbon market for global competitiveness and decarbonization.

India’s economic churn, the nectar of growth , Pg6

India's Q1 GDP surges 7.8%, S&P upgrades rating after 18 years amid energy security and transition efforts.

Why U.S. is ending duty-free imports of low-value goods? , Pg10

U.S. ends duty-free imports of low-value goods, impacting global trade and e-commerce, signaling shift in international trade policies.

Which sectors are worst hit by tariffs? , Pg10

US tariffs of 50% on Indian imports severely hit shrimp, diamond, textile, carpet sectors, impacting jobs and exports.

India braces for impact of 50% U.S. tariffs from today , Pg1

U.S. imposes 50% tariffs on Indian goods, impacting $47 billion exports; India pushes 'vocal for local' amidst rising trade tensions.

The gender angle to India’s economic vulnerabilities , Pg6

US tariffs threaten Indian economy; low female labor participation poses strategic liability, hindering growth and demographic dividend utilization.

Amount being considered by govt. to support exporters , Pg8

Government contemplates ₹25,000 crore boost for exporters via Export Promotion Mission spanning six financial years (2025-2031).

India Post suspends high-value bookings to U.S. from tomorrow , Pg1

India Post suspends high-value mail bookings to the U.S. following new duty rules, impacting MSME exporters and e-commerce.

How India’s youth can challenge U.S. tariffs , Pg10

Trump's 50% tariffs threaten Indian exports, prompting calls for domestic demand-driven growth and strategic youth empowerment.

Figure of speech , Pg6

PM Modi's Independence Day address sparks controversy with demographic remarks, while highlighting national security, self-reliance, and economic reforms.

A paradigm shift , Pg6

India's Export Promotion Mission tweaked amidst US tariff threats, focusing on MSMEs in textiles and fisheries sectors.

Govt. tweaks export plan as U.S. ups the trade ante , Pg1

Government revises export promotion plan, offering credit support and incentives to MSMEs amid rising U.S. tariffs.

U.S. and China delay tariffs by 90 days just ahead of deadline , Pg14

U.S. and China postpone tariff hikes for 90 days, averting trade war escalation until November 10, aiming for further negotiations.

Port restriction on Bangladeshi jute to protect local industries: officials , Pg10

India restricts Bangladeshi jute imports via land ports, citing unfair subsidies and circumvention of anti-dumping duties impacting local industries.

With tariffs, India’s growth rate needs a careful watch, pg 8