News for 'Free Trade Agreement'

Tatas may import Thai JV trucks

Tatas may import Thai JV trucks

Rediff.com24 May 2007

Tata Motors, India's leading CV manufacturer, may bring its pick-up trucks, a joint venture product with Thonburi of Thailand, to Indian shores.

BJP glorifies Godse but takes foreigners to Gandhi ashram: Sena

BJP glorifies Godse but takes foreigners to Gandhi ashram: Sena

Rediff.com23 Apr 2022

Gandhi remains the identity of India on the global stage, Sena said in the Saamana editorial.

10% duty on gold jewellery import from Thailand soon

10% duty on gold jewellery import from Thailand soon

Rediff.com28 Jan 2013

Move after spurt in shipments from the south-east Asian country Thai govt response awaited.

Tata, Amari discuss Indo-Japanese FTA

Tata, Amari discuss Indo-Japanese FTA

Rediff.com3 Jul 2007

Amari is on an official five-day visit to India which began against the backdrop of talks on a free trade agreement in the Indian capital last week that ended with big differences.

'FTA with Asean not in favour of Indian planters'

'FTA with Asean not in favour of Indian planters'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2009

This will hit the Indian plantation sector as it is not competitive, cost wise, and will be wiped out from the domestic market as well as from the export market, according to D P Maheshwari, president, United Planters' Association of Southern India.

India-EU FTA: Healthcare norms discussed

India-EU FTA: Healthcare norms discussed

Rediff.com21 Feb 2011

India may have to abide by a series of international standards and regulatory practices in the healthcare sector, if it agrees to some proposals that are part of the ongoing India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations.

WTO lost credibility at Cancun

WTO lost credibility at Cancun

Rediff.com29 Dec 2003

Data exclusivity still key hurdle to India-EU FTA

Data exclusivity still key hurdle to India-EU FTA

Rediff.com27 Jan 2011

Despite all official assurances, the path towards a free trade agreement (FTA) between India and the European Union (EU) this year remains ambiguous, as both sides are unwilling to relax their stand on the biggest stumbling block - the issue of "data exclusivity".

'India is net job creator for US companies not the other way round'

'India is net job creator for US companies not the other way round'

Rediff.com31 Dec 2010

The US has emerged as a preferred destination for Indian investment. In fact, India now ranks second, behind the UAE, in the list of fastest-growing foreign investors in the US, he argued in his article.

Safeguards in FTAs sought

Safeguards in FTAs sought

Rediff.com19 Aug 2004

Now, FM warns on FTAs

Now, FM warns on FTAs

Rediff.com26 May 2006

Sri Lanka to be home to auto SEZ for Indian companies

Sri Lanka to be home to auto SEZ for Indian companies

Rediff.com17 Sep 2012

The two countries are scouting for members of a joint working group to study a proposal to this effect made during a recent visit by Commerce and Industry Minister Anand Sharma to Colombo.

'Rs 1.7 trillion may be GST average collection next FY'

'Rs 1.7 trillion may be GST average collection next FY'

Rediff.com18 Feb 2024

'We crossed Rs 1.7 trillion in three months this financial year.'

Govt mulls FTA on services with US

Govt mulls FTA on services with US

Rediff.com6 Aug 2004

These 6 luxury cars will get a lot cheaper

These 6 luxury cars will get a lot cheaper

Rediff.com6 May 2013

Once customs duties are slashed, your dream to own a luxury car may become a reality.

India, EU start talks on FTA

India, EU start talks on FTA

Rediff.com29 Jun 2007

The talks are being held in Brussels between high-level delegations from India and EU, led by Commerce Secretary G K Pillai and Director General of European Commission Davis O'Sullivan.

FTA with EU soon, to benefit textile exports

FTA with EU soon, to benefit textile exports

Rediff.com11 Jul 2012

In a move that could improve the weakening sentiment in the Indian textile industry, the government is set to sign a free trade agreement (FTA) with the European Union (EU) by the end of the current calendar year.

UK all set to kickstart FTA talks with Modi govt

UK all set to kickstart FTA talks with Modi govt

Rediff.com25 May 2021

The UK government said on Tuesday that it has kicked off preparations for a free trade agreement (FTA) with India, launching a 14-week consultation to seek the views of the public and business before formal negotiations begin later this year. UK Trade Secretary Liz Truss said Britain wants a trade deal with India that pushes new frontiers and welcomes wide input from consumers and businesses across all sectors, which will help craft a deal that includes closer cooperation in "future-focused industries" such as science, technology and services, creating high-value jobs across the country. "We're firing the starting gun on a free trade deal with India - the world's largest democracy, fifth-biggest economy, a nation of 1.4 billion people and a huge market for British goods like whisky, cars and services," said Truss.

India, ASEAN deal on FTA in goods

India, ASEAN deal on FTA in goods

Rediff.com28 Aug 2008

India and the 10-member ASEAN grouping on Thursday announced concluding a deal for a free trade agreement that will break duty barriers for goods in the 1.5 billion people strong market.

Indo-Pak trade can cross $6 bn

Indo-Pak trade can cross $6 bn

Rediff.com28 Nov 2006

Indo-Pak trade can cross $6 bn

India to patrol Depsang up to historic limits: Jaishankar

India to patrol Depsang up to historic limits: Jaishankar

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar reiterated India's stance on the Depsang and Demchok areas in Ladakh, stating that Indian security forces will patrol up to the historical limits. He also firmly rejected Nepal's alleged territorial claims, asserting that India's position on the border is clear and will not be altered. Jaishankar also addressed the situation in Myanmar and India's 'Neighborhood First' policy, highlighting the government's commitment to regional cooperation and development.

India, Australia to hold 1st round of FTA talk

India, Australia to hold 1st round of FTA talk

Rediff.com13 Jul 2011

Australia and India are all set to hold the first preliminary round of Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations in India by the end of this month, according to Australian High Commissioner to India Peter Varghese.

Safta: Panacea for South Asia

Safta: Panacea for South Asia

Rediff.com29 Dec 2005

Manufacturing sector hit by inverted customs duty

Manufacturing sector hit by inverted customs duty

Rediff.com19 Mar 2007

While the country is liaising with other countries through free trade agreements, the Indian manufacturing industry is gradually losing its grip over the domestic market due to inverted Customs duty structure, a Ficci survey has said.

FTA: Thailand agrees to goods-first deal

FTA: Thailand agrees to goods-first deal

Rediff.com27 Jun 2007

The Indo-Thai free trade agreement is likely to be signed by September. The agreement will initially cover goods and include services and investment at a later stage.

Slash import duty on cars, spares: Ratan Tata

Slash import duty on cars, spares: Ratan Tata

Rediff.com13 Jun 2011

At a time when the Indian automobile industry is strongly opposing lowering of import duty in the proposed India-European Union Free Trade Agreement, Tata Group chairman Ratan Tata has favoured cutting tariff on vehicles and components coming from overseas.

No FTA with India, says EU

No FTA with India, says EU

Rediff.com14 May 2004

European Union is not contemplating signing free trade agreement with India in the near future and will focus on completion of contentious World Trade Organisation negotiations including agriculture and Singapore issues

PM to seek consensus on FTA

PM to seek consensus on FTA

Rediff.com12 Jan 2007

With India and the Asean clearing a major roadblock to a proposed free trade agreement, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh is expected to seek a broad consensus for its early implementation during the India-Asean Summit in Philippines.

SAFTA to come into effect from Jan 1

SAFTA to come into effect from Jan 1

Rediff.com20 Dec 2005

South Asia Free Trade Agreement will come into effect from January 2006, Lok Sabha was informed on Tuesday.\n\n

PMO for quick nod to Singapore SEZ

PMO for quick nod to Singapore SEZ

Rediff.com31 Aug 2006

Exports contract 10.21% in July; trade deficit narrows to $4.83 bn

Exports contract 10.21% in July; trade deficit narrows to $4.83 bn

Rediff.com14 Aug 2020

Sectors with positive growth during the month include rice, iron ore, oil seeds, oil meals, meat, dairy and poultry products, pharmaceuticals, coffee, engineering goods, and plastic.

Modi speaks with new UK PM over phone call

Modi speaks with new UK PM over phone call

Rediff.com10 Sep 2022

In their first phone call since Truss assumed office earlier this week, Modi conveyed his condolences on the death of Queen Elizabeth II on behalf of all Indians and paid tribute to the 96-year-old late monarch's "lifetime of service".

India may cut negative list for Asean FTA

India may cut negative list for Asean FTA

Rediff.com21 Nov 2006

India has offered further pruning of its negative list of 560 items for Association of South East Asian Nations on which there will be no duty cuts

Modi, Macron fly together to Marseille, open new Indian consulate

Modi, Macron fly together to Marseille, open new Indian consulate

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron have called for enhancing trade and investment ties between their countries and committed to further deepening their engagement in the Indo-Pacific. They discussed a full spectrum of bilateral relations, including key global and regional issues, and stressed the urgent need for reform in the United Nations Security Council. The leaders also underscored their commitment to ensuring the global AI sector can drive positive social, economic, and environmental outcomes.