India’s leather sector eyes $50 bn target by 2030 amid New Zealand FTA
New Delhi, April 26 (IANS) The FTA with New Zealand is expected to give a big push to India’s leather industry, which expects to grow to $50 billion by 2030, driven by a strategic shift from mass production to high-value-added manufacturing, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry said on Sunday. On the eve of the […]
India and Japan reaffirm commitment to free and inclusive Indo-Pacific
Tokyo, April 23 (IANS) Reaffirming commitment to a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific, India and Japan on Thursday discussed defence cooperation measures while outlining future interactions across various sectors. The discussions were held during eighth India–Japan Army-to-Army Staff Talks being held from April 22-24. “The 8th India–Japan Army-to-Army Staff Talks AAST are being held from […]
India’s broadband base crosses 1.06 billion in March
New Delhi, April 22 (IANS) The total number of broadband subscribers in India increased from 1059.05 million at the end of February 2026 to 1065.88 million at the end of March 2026, the government said on Wednesday. The increase in broadband users highlights the growing demand for internet services, driven by digital expansion in both […]
India among 12 countries selected for FIFA Women’s Development Programme
New Delhi, April 22 (IANS) India, on Wednesday, became one of the 12 countries selected by FIFA for the FIFA Women’s Development Programme (Commercial Strategy 2026). The other countries include Germany, the Netherlands, Sweden, Scotland, Canada, Mexico, Finland, Ghana, Jordan, Lithuania, and Paraguay. India’s inclusion in the programme was confirmed by FIFA after an initial […]
India and UK deepen defence ties during CDS Gen Chauhan’s visit
London, April 20 (IANS) Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan was accorded a Ceremonial Step Line and received by his UK counterpart Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton, in London on Monday. This is the first official visit by an Indian CDS to the UK and marks the fifth senior UK–India military engagement […]
India, US begin crucial trade talks
Washington, April 20 (IANS) India and the United States began a fresh round of trade negotiations here on Monday aimed at giving a final shape to the much-awaited trade deal between the two countries. A team of around a dozen Indian officials arrived in the US capital for the three-day talks scheduled from April 20 […]
India-Bangladesh trade, investment and business collaborations discussed
Dhaka, April 20 (IANS) An interactive session was held between the Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh and the Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IBCCI), in Dhaka on Thursday. “The Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Pranay Verma, welcomed a delegation of newly appointed Directors of the India Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IBCCI) over […]
India-New Zealand FTA to be signed on April 27 as legal vetting completed
New Delhi, April 20 (IANS) Legal verification of the New Zealand-India Free Trade Agreement (FTA) has been completed, with both countries agreeing to its signing in New Delhi on April 27 in the presence of a large contingent of representatives of businesses from the two countries, Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay said on Monday. […]
India, S. Korea discuss resuming CEPA upgrade talks, boosting cooperation in green energy: Piyush Goyal
New Delhi, April 20 (IANS) India and South Korea have discussed ways to resume and revamp negotiations for upgrading their Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), while also exploring deeper cooperation in industrial sectors, green energy and digital trade, Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said on Monday. Sharing details of his meeting with South Korea’s Trade […]
India, Cyprus discuss bilateral ties and institutional cooperation
Nicosia, April 17 (IANS) India’s High Commissioner to Cyprus, Manish held a meeting with Cyprus’ Minister of Justice and Public Order Costas Fytiris on Friday, discussing issues related to the Ministry of Justice and Public Order, including institutional cooperation between the two countries, extradition and criminal matters, exchange of prisoners, and various consular matters affecting […]
