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The UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is leading the largest ever UK government trade mission to India with a 125-strong delegation comprising prominent CEOs, entrepreneurs, university Vice Chancellors, and cultural institutions.This two-day visit aims to capitalise on the landmark UK-India Free Trade Agreement (FTA) signed in July 2025, which is hailed as the best ever secured by any country with
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended a cordial welcome to British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on his first official visit to India. Expressing optimism about the visit, PM Modi emphasized the shared commitment to advancing India-UK relations and realizing a vision for a stronger and more prosperous future between the two democracies.Posting on X, PM Modi stated, “Welcome Prime Minister Keir
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer began his first official visit to India on Wednesday with a series of engagements in Mumbai, the financial capital. His arrival marks an important diplomatic and economic milestone aimed at strengthening the India-UK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership under the framework of ‘Vision 2035’.Upon arrival, Prime Minister Starmer was received at the airport by
The United Kingdom’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer visited Mumbai on Wednesday, calling the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) “hugely important” and the “biggest deal” signed by Britain since its exit from the European Union.During an interaction with business leaders, Starmer highlighted that this visit represents the “return leg” of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s trip to the UK earlier this
Kubota Corporation, a leading Japanese manufacturer of agricultural machinery, has announced an investment of ₹2,000 crore in Haryana following Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini’s meeting with senior executives of Kubota at the company’s tractor plant in Osaka.The investment will be made in partnership with Escorts, a key Indian agricultural and industrial equipment manufacturer, with the goal of
The United Kingdom’s newly concluded Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with India has been hailed as a major victory for Scotland’s whisky industry. Secretary of State for Scotland, Douglas Alexander, described the pact as a landmark deal expected to inject approximately £190 million annually into the Scottish economy.Speaking in London, Alexander said that while the agreement was a major diplomatic
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a telephonic conversation on Tuesday, reaffirming the enduring strength of the India-Russia “special and privileged strategic partnership.”The discussion focused on enhancing bilateral relations across diverse sectors and preparing for President Putin’s scheduled visit to India in December for the 23rd Annual India-Russia
Piyush Goyal, Union Commerce and Industry Minister, held wide-ranging discussions with Qatar’s Minister of State for Foreign Trade Affairs, Ahmed bin Mohammed Al-Sayed, to explore ways of enhancing bilateral trade and investment. The meeting underscored India’s desire to deepen economic engagement with Qatar, building on earlier talks in New Delhi in August when Dr. Al-Sayed led a large
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addressed the inaugural Aravalli Summit at JNU on October 6, 2025, marking 70 years of the School of International Studies (SIS). He described India’s rise as "an exceptional journey unfolding in a turbulent global era," highlighting the unique challenges and opportunities facing the nation as it prepares for its centenary of independence in 2047. He also
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlighted the significant influence of US-China relations on the global political landscape during his address at the 4th Kautilya Economic Conclave in New Delhi on October 5, 2025.He emphasised that the nature of interactions between these two major powers is shaping the direction of international politics, marked by rising competition and increased risks