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India likely among 'first' to sign trade deal as Trump pushes tariff realignment: US Treasury Secretary

New York, April 29: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has reiterated that India would likely be among the “first” to sign a trade deal with the US following President Donald Trump's demands for realigning economic relations under the threat of tariffs.

US Vice President JD Vance departs Jaipur, concludes cultural and strategic India tour

Jaipur, April 24: United States Vice President JD Vance, accompanied by Second Lady Usha Vance and their children Ewan, Vivek, and Mirabel, departed from Jaipur International Airport on Thursday, wrapping up a four-day official visit to India that combined cultural appreciation with high-level diplomatic engagements.

US Treasury Secretary expects India to strike first trade deal

New York, April 24: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent expects India to strike the first trade deal with Washington because the issues are simpler, making an agreement "much easier."

India, Saudi Arabia desire to complete negotiations for Bilateral Investment Treaty at earliest

New Delhi, April 23: India and Saudi Arabia affirmed their desire to complete negotiations on the Bilateral Investment Treaty at the earliest, the joint statement at the conclusion of the State Visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the Middle East nation asserted. India and Saudi Arabia are working on a Bilateral Investment Treaty.

India and US finalised terms of reference for trade negotiations: US Vice President

New Delhi, April 23: India and the US have finalised terms of reference for the ongoing negotiations for completing a bilateral trade agreement between the two countries, said US Vice President JD Vance.

India-US trade engagement to create new opportunities for workers, farmers, and entrepreneurs: US Trade body

New Delhi, April 22: The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) has said that the ongoing engagement between India and the United States for a bilateral trade agreement (BTA) could create new opportunities for workers, farmers, and entrepreneurs in both countries.

India-US trade deal may become a model for future agreements with other countries: Report

New Delhi, April 22: The upcoming India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) is expected to become a model for India's future trade negotiations with other developed nations, according to a report by ACMIIL, a stock market company.

PM Modi, US Vice President announce finalization of Terms of Reference for Bilateral Trade Agreement negotiations

New Delhi, April 21: US Vice President JD Vance met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, and the two leaders welcomed the progress in the negotiations for a US-India Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA).

PM Modi, US Vice President Vance welcome significant progress in negotiations for India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement

New Delhi, April 21: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met US Vice President JD Vance on Monday and the two leaders welcomed the "significant progress" in the negotiations for a mutually beneficial India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement focused on the welfare of the people of the two countries.

Looking forward to President Trump's visit to India later this year: PM Modi to Vice President Vance

New Delhi, April 21: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met US Vice President JD Vance on Monday, and the two leaders noted continued efforts towards enhancing cooperation in energy, defence, strategic technologies, and other areas.

PM Modi, US Vice President Vance welcome significant progress in negotiations for India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement

New Delhi, April 21: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met US Vice JD Vance on Monday and welcomed the "significant progress" in the negotiations for a mutually beneficial India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement focused on the welfare of the people of the two countries.

India close to finalising comprehensive bilateral trade deal with US

Mumbai, April 21: India is close to finalising a comprehensive Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) with the US, which is expected to facilitate zero-duty imports under the production-linked incentive (PLI) schemes and enhance bilateral trade, targeted to reach $500 billion by 2030, according to a report released on Monday.

Stock market opens higher as hope rises for India-US trade deal

Mumbai, April 21: The domestic benchmark indices opened higher on Monday amid positive global cues, as buying was seen in the IT, PSU bank and financial services sectors in the early trade.

US diplomat arrives in Tokyo, eyes closer ties to counter China

Tokyo, April 19: The new US Ambassador to Japan, George Glass has expressed a strong desire to collaborate closely in curbing China's military and economic ambitions, as reported by Japan Times.

Trump '100%' confident of trade deal with EU during Italian PM Meloni's US visit

Washington, April 18: US President Donald Trump has expressed confidence in reaching a trade deal with the European Union (EU) before the 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs ends.

We're going to make a very good deal with China, says Trump

Washington DC, April 18: US President Donald Trump on Thursday expressed confidence about reaching a "very good" trade deal with China, even as the US imposed steep tariffs of up to 245 per cent on Chinese imports in response to Beijing's retaliatory actions.

RBI set for deeper easing cycle, Sensex at 82,000 by Dec: Morgan Stanley

New Delhi, April 15: Lower inflation and slower growth should allow the RBI to respond with a deeper easing cycle, with a cumulative easing of 100bps and two more cuts in 2025, a Morgan Stanley report said on Tuesday, pegging India's GDP growth at 6.1 per cent for FY26 amid global uncertainties.

India, US likely to sign trade pact within 90-day tariff-pause period

New Delhi, April 11: The first phase of the bilateral trade agreement between India and the US is likely to be concluded within the tariff-pause period of 90 days fixed by the Donald Trump administration, according to official sources.

Can't compromise national interest to meet trade deal deadlines: Piyush Goyal

New Delhi, April 11: Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday said one cannot compromise with national interest just to meet trade agreement deadlines. The Minister said that at the end of the day, trade agreements have to be win-win for both sides.

Geared up for a high degree of urgency, Jaishankar on US

New Delhi, April 11: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday said that India is prepared for a high degree of urgency in reaching a trade deal with regards to the United States, a country which he said has fundamentally changed its approach to engaging with the world and it has consequences across every domain.

India, UK hold 13th Economic and Financial Dialogue in London

New Delhi, April 9: The 13th Ministerial meeting of the India-UK Economic and Financial Dialogue (13th EFD) was held on Wednesday at London. The Indian delegation, led by Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman, held high-level discussions with the UK delegation led by the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves.

Discussions ongoing between India, US for expeditious conclusion of bilateral trade agreement: MEA

New Delhi, April 9: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Wednesday addressed the ongoing trade discussions with the United States, with spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal highlighting the efforts towards a mutually beneficial trade agreement.

India plans to seal trade deal with US by fall 2025: EAM Jaishankar

New Delhi, April 9: India is perhaps the only country which has reached an understanding with the United States to ink a bilateral trade agreement (BTA) by the fall of this year, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said on Wednesday, as reciprocal tariffs came into effect with India facing 27 per cent tariffs.

FM Sitharaman to visit London today for key talks on bilateral investment treaty, FTA

New Delhi, April 8: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will visit London for three days starting Tuesday to engage in high-level discussions on various economic matters, including a proposed free trade agreement (FTA) and a bilateral investment treaty (BIT) with the United Kingdom.

Can avoid recession, but trade deals key: Shashi Tharoor

Ahmedabad, April 7: Against the backdrop of mounting global economic uncertainty and political confrontation at home, the Congress party has assembled in Ahmedabad for its much-anticipated two-day National Convention - a meeting steeped in symbolism and strategy.

India, US work on 'early conclusion' of trade pact

Washington, April 7: India and the United States on Monday said that they both wanted an "early conclusion" of a bilateral trade agreement.

EU official emphasises importance of free trade agreement between India-EU

New Delhi, April 3: Anthony Agotha, Ambassador at Large-Special Envoy for Climate and Environment, European External Action Service, highlighted the EU-India free trade agreement negotiations. With backing from leaders like European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Agotha emphasised the importance of this agreement for both parties.

India-US bi-lateral trade deal may include agriculture, automobiles, and pharma: Jefferies

New Delhi, April 1: The possible trade agreement between India and the United States could include key sectors such as agriculture, automobiles, and pharmaceuticals, says a report by Jefferies.

Trump expresses openness to tariff deals after reciprocal tariffs are enforced on April 2

Washington, March 29: US President Donald Trump has expressed openness to cutting tariff deals with other countries as he plans to unveil new taxes on imports in the coming days, but he suggested any deals would be made after the tariffs go into place on April 2.

India-US trade deal likely to materialise by fall 2025: Morgan Stanley

New Delhi, March 11: A trade deal between India and the US would likely take some time but will materialise by the fall 2025, according to a Morgan Stanley report released on Tuesday.

Jaishankar discusses strategic coordination, political cooperation, trade deal negotiation with UK Foreign Secy

Kent, March 5: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday said he held wide-ranging talks with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy, including strategic coordination, political cooperation, trade deal negotiation, education, technology, mobility and people-to-people exchanges for the past two days at the Chevening House.

EU, India free trade pact to be world's largest deal: Ursula Von Der Layen

New Delhi, Feb 28: India and the European Union have agreed to go ahead with a free trade agreement this year, which will be "the largest deal of this kind" in the world, European Commission President Ursula Von Der Leyen said on Friday.

Trump, Starmer meeting: UK ready to put 'boots on the ground' for Ukraine; US, UK trade deal to be 'done quickly'

Washington, DC, February 28: US President Donald Trump met UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer at the White House on Thursday afternoon.

UK India Business Council welcomes restart of UK-India free trade agreement talks

New Delhi, February 25: The UK India Business Council (UKIBC) has welcomed the resumption of the UK-India Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations following the visit of the UK's Business and Trade Secretary, Jonathan Reynolds, to India.

India-UK Trade Deal: Joint Statement released on the resumption of negotiations

New Delhi February 25: India and United Kingdom jointly released the statement on the resumption of India-UK trade negotiations. The Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, and Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Keir Starmer, had earlier met on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in November 2024 and underlined the importance of resuming trade negotiations at an early date.

India, UK resume negotiations towards a trade deal; Piyush Goyal says it will be a win-win for both nations

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