Economy

Afghan Commerce Minister Azizi Arrives In India For Official Visit Aimed At Strengthening Trade, Investment Ties

Afghanistan’s Minister of Industry and Commerce, Alhaj Nooruddin Azizi, arrived in New Delhi on Wednesday, beginning a five-day official visit focused on advancing trade and investment cooperation between India and Afghanistan.The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) extended a cordial welcome, underscoring the importance of the visit in reviving bilateral economic engagement under complex

November 20, 2025
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Jaishankar Calls On President Putin; Conveys Greetings of PM Modi Ahead of India-Russia Summit

India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar paid a crucial visit to Moscow, meeting Russian President Vladimir Putin as preparations intensify for the upcoming Annual India–Russia Summit.During this high-level engagement, Jaishankar delivered Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s greetings and updated President Putin on the bilateral summit’s arrangements, highlighting the robust diplomatic momentum

November 19, 2025
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Jaishankar Meets Putin, Urges Zero Tolerance On Terrorism And Pushes Economic Diversification At SCO Summit

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Russian President Vladimir Putin during the 24th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Council of Heads of Government meeting held in Moscow on 17-18 November 2025.Jaishankar used his address at the summit to deliver a firm and uncompromising message on the need for zero tolerance towards terrorism.He reiterated that there can be no justification,

November 19, 2025
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India Signs US Gas Deal Amid Trade Tensions, Russian Oil Fallout

India’s latest energy agreement with the United States marks a significant adjustment in its import strategy amid ongoing trade tensions and geopolitical pressure over Russian oil purchases.The deal, formalised on Monday, secures 2.2 million tons per annum of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) from the US Gulf Coast, covering close to ten percent of India’s annual import requirement. It represents the

November 17, 2025
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India Second-Largest Buyer of Russian Crude In October: Report

India emerged as the second-largest buyer of Russian crude oil in October, trailing only China, according to data compiled by the Helsinki-based Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA).Indian refiners imported Russian crude worth 2.5 billion dollars during the month, as Beijing maintained a clear lead with purchases valued at 3.7 billion dollars. The figures highlight India’s continued

November 15, 2025
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‘Cabinet Clears Export Promotion Mission To Boost Competitiveness And Self-Reliance’: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that the latest set of Cabinet decisions aims to enhance India’s global competitiveness while advancing the vision of self-reliance.The measures include the launch of an Export Promotion Mission (EPM), a Credit Guarantee Scheme for exporters, and the rationalisation of royalty rates on key strategic minerals.The Union Cabinet, which met on Wednesday under

November 14, 2025
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India’s Economic Momentum Praised By World Bank Economist, Cited As Fastest-Growing Major Economy

Despite persisting global volatility and the ripple effects of tariff tensions led by the United States, India continues to demonstrate robust economic resilience. The consistent expansion of its GDP stands out as a bright spot in a world economy marred by sluggish recovery and trade fragmentation.World Bank Lead Economist Aurélien Krus lauded India’s sustained growth trajectory, describing it as

November 14, 2025
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Jaishankar Meets UN Secretary-General In New York, Discusses Global Challenges And India’s Growth

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres in New York on November 14, 2025. They discussed the current global order, regional flashpoints, and the significance of multilateralism.Jaishankar expressed his appreciation for Guterres’ insights into global developments and thanked him for his "clear and consistent support" for India’s growth and

November 14, 2025
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US Points To ‘Positive Momentum’ In Ongoing Trade Negotiations With India

Minister for Commerce & Industry Piyush Goyal with US Secretary of Commerce Howard LutnickThe United States has signalled that ongoing trade discussions with India are progressing constructively, with senior officials describing “a lot of positive developments” and expressing optimism that an agreement could be reached before the end of 2025.Speaking to reporters in Washington, a senior

November 14, 2025
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Rich Dialogue Between EAM Jaishankar And EU VP Kallas Highlights Growing India-EU Partnership Ahead of 2026 Summit

The Ambassador of the Delegation of the European Union to India, Herve Delphin, emphasised the substantive and "rich" exchange between European Commission Vice-President Kaja Kallas and Indian External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar during the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (FMM) held in Niagara, Canada.Their discussions, positioned as a key precursor to the upcoming EU-India Summit scheduled

November 14, 2025
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