India, Nepal ink deal to boost trade through rail connectivity

India and Nepal have signed a deal for direct rail cargo connectivity via the Jogbani-Biratnagar link. This agreement facilitates the movement of containerized and bulk cargo from Indian ports to Nepal, enhancing trade routes and strengthening economic ties. The pact, exchanged during a bilateral meeting, is set to boost multi-modal trade and consolidate commercial linkages […]

Canada and India are actively rebuilding trade relations and exploring new cooperation avenues. Canadian Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu met with Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal to discuss sectors like critical minerals, clean energy, agriculture, and artificial intelligence. This engagement marks a significant step towards restarting trade negotiations after a period of strained ties.

As large economies like China, Brazil, and India adapt to the pressures of US tariffs, a recent study indicates that the impact of President Trump’s trade policies may not be as significant as anticipated. While Mexico and Vietnam face challenges, their robust economic structures provide a buffer. Brazil and South Africa are forging new trade […]

A new government initiative aims to boost the export of goods crafted by tribal communities. This plan will harness the power of e-commerce and set up international warehouses where these unique products can be displayed and sold to a global audience.

Senior government officials had said India was pursuing BITs with over a dozen countries, including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Israel, Oman, the EU, Switzerland, Russia, and Australia. The move is part of the broader efforts by the government to draw foreign investors at a time when the country is moving fast towards emerging as the world’s […]

The Indian government has launched an ambitious ₹45,000 crore package to invigorate the country’s export landscape. This extensive initiative features a visionary six-year Export Promotion Mission alongside a ₹20,000 crore collateral-free Guarantee Scheme for Exporters.

Anita Anand expressed her deepest condolences to Jaishankar for those killed in the explosion and reiterated that Canada stands with the people of India during this tragic time, according to a Canadian foreign ministry statement. The ministers exchanged views on the ongoing law-enforcement dialogue between Canadian and Indian authorities. They discussed the progress being made […]

New Delhi and Washington continue work on a proposed bilateral trade agreement (BTA), the first tranche of which is targeted for completion soon. The deal aims to more than double bilateral trade to $500 billion by 2030, from the current $191 billion. Officials said India is awaiting a response from the US on the trade […]

India is nearing the finalization of a trade pact with New Zealand, with Trade Minister Todd McClay scheduled to visit India this Friday. Discussions with the EU are also progressing, and Trade Commissioner Maros Šefovi is expected in mid-December. Additionally, the GCC, Bahrain, Qatar, and Israel have expressed interest in trade agreements.