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Carney's Visit May Boost India-Canada Ties

Carney's Visit May Boost India-Canada Ties

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

India and Canada are negotiating a long-term uranium supply agreement worth $2.8 billion. They are also exploring expanded civil nuclear cooperation after the passage of the SHANTI Bill.

India, Oman trade pact: Agri items, gold, silver, footwear excluded

India, Oman trade pact: Agri items, gold, silver, footwear excluded

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

India has protected the interest of domestic farmers and MSMEs by not extending any duty concessions on products across several sectors, including agricultural items such as dairy, as well as chocolates, gold, silver, jewellery, footwear, and sports goods, under the trade pact with Oman.

India-EU pact weaves new hope into $100 bn textile export dream

India-EU pact weaves new hope into $100 bn textile export dream

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

The proposed trade deal with the 27-nation European Union (EU) is expected to provide zero-duty access to the $95 billion European market for Indian textile and apparel manufacturers. Currently, India's share of the European market is just 6 per cent, or $5.5 billion.

2025: Modi's Busiest Foreign Travel Year In A Decade

2025: Modi's Busiest Foreign Travel Year In A Decade

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

The PM's overseas visits in 2025 picked up sharply after May, particularly following Operation Sindoor.

India, Oman to ink free trade agreement during PM Narendra Modi visit

India, Oman to ink free trade agreement during PM Narendra Modi visit

Rediff.com13 Dec 2025

Next week's three-nation foreign tour of Prime Minister Narendra Modi will see India and Oman sign a free trade deal. The visit will also pave the way for agreements with Ethiopia and Jordan to increase India's bilateral trade and investments.

How India Is Rewriting Its FTA Playbook

How India Is Rewriting Its FTA Playbook

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

India has been on an FTA-signing spree of late. Since 2021, it has signed eight trade agreements, three of which -- with the UK, Oman and New Zealand -- were finalised in 2025 alone.

'India, US Close To Framework Deal'

'India, US Close To Framework Deal'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

'...but I would not like to put a timeline to it'

India-US Trade Deal: ' Not Much To Negotiate'

India-US Trade Deal: ' Not Much To Negotiate'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2025

'There are very few issues and a political call needs to be taken about some of them.'

Indians can now get UAE's Golden Visa at Rs 23 lakh

Indians can now get UAE's Golden Visa at Rs 23 lakh

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Until now, one of the ways to get Dubai's Golden Visa from India was to invest in property whose value should be at least AED Two Million (Rs 4.66 crore), or invest a large amount in business in the country.

Modi-Carney talks: Envoys to return as India, Canada mend ties

Modi-Carney talks: Envoys to return as India, Canada mend ties

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

India and Canada have agreed to restore High Commissioners to each other's capitals at an early date, the first in 'calibrated steps' to restore stability to the 'very important relationship', Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said.

What are India's free trade agreements?

What are India's free trade agreements?

Rediff.com6 May 2025

India finalised a free trade agreement with the UK, its 16th so far as the country aimed at boosting bilateral trade and investments. The other regions and countries with which India has signed such agreements include the four-nation European bloc EFTA, Japan, Korea and Australia.

Customs duty cut on silver likely to give Centre breather for now

Customs duty cut on silver likely to give Centre breather for now

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

The steep cut in Customs duty on silver in the FY25 Budget to 6 per cent from 15 per cent may provide the government temporary relief by checking the spurt in silver imports from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) under the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). In FY24, silver imports from the UAE jumped to $1.7 billion from only $11.18 million in FY23, according to commerce department data. In May, about 87 per cent of India's silver imports came from Dubai.

Gold, silver import surges 210% from UAE in 2023-24

Gold, silver import surges 210% from UAE in 2023-24

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

India's gold and silver imports from its free trade agreement (FTA) partner UAE have skyrocketed 210 per cent to $10.7 billion in 2023-24 and there is a need to potentially revise the concessional customs duty rates under the pact to mitigate the arbitrage driving this surge, a report said on Monday. Economic think tank Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) said this sharp rise in gold and silver imports is primarily driven by import duty concessions granted by India to the UAE under the India-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).

UAE to address India concerns on imports

UAE to address India concerns on imports

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has agreed to look into India's concerns over compliance to rules related to the import of silver products, platinum alloy and dry dates, the commerce department said on Tuesday. During a joint committee meeting under the India-UAE trade deal, officials from New Delhi raised concerns over the recent surge in imports of these products. These were being shipped to India, taking advantage of the lower tariffs under the pact.

Gold, Silver May Sparkle This Financial Year

Gold, Silver May Sparkle This Financial Year

Rediff.com12 Apr 2024

Since the last nine years, gold investors have made money each year, while gains in silver have been consistent only in the last five years.

Gold imports doubled to record high of $10.06 bn in August

Gold imports doubled to record high of $10.06 bn in August

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

Gold imports more than doubled in August to a record high of $10.06 billion, mainly on account of a drastic cut in customs duty and ongoing festive demand, according to the Commerce Ministry data. Gold imports stood at $4.93 billion in August 2023. On record high imports, Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal said that the tariff rates on gold have been reduced drastically so that smuggling and other activities can come down.

CBIC steps up vigil over imports of unbranded gold jewellery

CBIC steps up vigil over imports of unbranded gold jewellery

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has stepped up its watch on the import of unbranded gold jewellery amid a spurt in seizures on international borders and from importers. During FY24, the CBIC and Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) jointly seized about 5 tonnes of gold, 30 per cent more than what they did in FY23. In FY23, 3.5 tonnes of gold was confiscated.

UAE deal poses a survival challenge for Indian bullion refineries

UAE deal poses a survival challenge for Indian bullion refineries

Rediff.com21 Dec 2022

Gold import from the UAE at a lower rate of duty -- in terms of an agreement -- has posed a survival challenge for the Indian refining industry while hurting the price discovery of the metal, with the India International Bullion Exchange starting operations at GIFT City. The problem has arisen after the government signed the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with the UAE. Under it, Indian jewellery manufacturers have been allowed to import gold at a concessional rate of 14 per cent against 15 per cent, which is normal.

'Many Indian unicorns have set up businesses in Dubai'

'Many Indian unicorns have set up businesses in Dubai'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2023

'As part of our D33 strategy, the plan is to establish 30 unicorns in Dubai within the next 10 years.'

Why India Inc is moving to Dubai in droves

Why India Inc is moving to Dubai in droves

Rediff.com7 Nov 2022

Reliance Industries chairman Mukesh Ambani might have made news for purchasing the most expensive beach-side villa in Dubai recently, but he is not the only Indian eyeing the city for investment. Since Dubai allowed foreign investors full ownership in specific sectors in June 2021, a horde of Indian companies have moved or expanded into the desert city. The list even includes a kindergarten, an elementary and middle school, and a hotel that has sought 100 per cent ownership.

Bangla minister woos India for investment

Bangla minister woos India for investment

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

Bangladesh provides huge business opportunties in different sectors and Indian companies should explore areas of investments, Bangladesh Commerce Minister Tipu Munshi said on Tuesday. He said that government policies in Bangladesh are in favour of businesses. "Please do come and invest in Bangladesh," Munshi said in New Delhi while addressing businesses of both the countries.

India, Russia to explore CEPA

India, Russia to explore CEPA

Rediff.com11 Jun 2007

India and Russia have decided to explore signing a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement that will include not only features of a foreign trade agreement but also trade in services and investment.

PM nod for talks on CEPA with SKorea

PM nod for talks on CEPA with SKorea

Rediff.com3 Oct 2005

This approval was given after a meeting of the Trade and Economic Relations Committee in New Delhi, Media Advisor to the PM Sanjaya Baru.

After 3 years Sheikh Hasina to visit India on Sep 5 for talks

After 3 years Sheikh Hasina to visit India on Sep 5 for talks

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is expected to travel to India on September 5 on a three-day official visit during which defence cooperation and regional stability are likely to be the focus of her talks with Indian counterpart Narendra Modi, an official said on Monday.

Will Anti-Prophet Remarks Hit India's Gulf Trade?

Will Anti-Prophet Remarks Hit India's Gulf Trade?

Rediff.com8 Jun 2022

Some of these nations are India's biggest export market. India is also dependent on these countries to meet its energy needs.

Modi meets UAE Prez Sheikh Mohamed in Abu Dhabi

Modi meets UAE Prez Sheikh Mohamed in Abu Dhabi

Rediff.com29 Jun 2022

'In a special gesture, UAE President and Ruler of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, accompanied by senior members of the Royal Family, was at Abu Dhabi airport for the interaction with PM'

India, Japan all set to sign historic pact

India, Japan all set to sign historic pact

Rediff.com25 Oct 2010

Thnew deal will likely usher in a new era of cooperation and broad-basing of economic relationship between the two Asian powers.

India-Japan pact hangs in balance over pharma exports

India-Japan pact hangs in balance over pharma exports

Rediff.com3 Sep 2014

Under MRA, Japan is to recognise Indian medical degrees and treat the country's doctors and other medical personnel on par with its own.

After 5 years, Nissan, TN govt tax dispute finally ends

After 5 years, Nissan, TN govt tax dispute finally ends

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

The dispute arose after Nissan alleged that Tamil Nadu hadn't paid certain incentives under a 2008 agreement to set up a car plant at Oragadam, near Chennai.

'Posco green nod will enthuse Korean cos to invest in India'

'Posco green nod will enthuse Korean cos to invest in India'

Rediff.com17 Jan 2014

The Commerce Ministry earlier this week commissioned a study to assess the impact of free trade agreement with South Korea, with which India had a trade deficit of about $9 billion in 2012-13.

Global confidence in India has been restored, says Modi

Global confidence in India has been restored, says Modi

Rediff.com14 Mar 2015

Global confidence in India has been restored, says Modi.

India, Japan to sign free trade pact

India, Japan to sign free trade pact

Rediff.com15 Feb 2011

India will sign a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (Cepa) with Japan on Wednesday, setting the stage for free bilateral trade of goods and services.

Indo-Japan deal impact: Car prices may drop

Indo-Japan deal impact: Car prices may drop

Rediff.com26 Oct 2010

The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement between India and Japan, negotiations for which concluded on Monday, necessitates the abolition of customs duties on 94 per cent of trade between the two nations over the next decade.

Why India must boost trade with Japan

Why India must boost trade with Japan

Rediff.com28 Sep 2010

A bilateral comprehensive economic partnership agreement (CEPA) with Japan has reportedly been finalised so that it can be signed when Prime Minister Manmohan Singh visits Japan next month.

India, Canada to enter a bilateral trade agreement

India, Canada to enter a bilateral trade agreement

Rediff.com18 Nov 2010

India and Canada aim at achieving a bilateral trade target of $15 billion in the next five years, even as both countries are beginning a series of negotiations to have a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) soon that would yield significant economic benefit for both countries and lower tariffs over a large number of products, says Peter Van Loan, Minister of International Trade, Canada.

India refused to build Hambantota port: Lanka

India refused to build Hambantota port: Lanka

Rediff.com18 Mar 2010

Keen to forge all-weather ties with India, Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa has lauded the developmental work undertaken by the country in the war-ravaged northern region and vowed not to allow his nation's soil to be used against it.

Add human rights to FTA talks: EU

Add human rights to FTA talks: EU

Rediff.com4 Mar 2009

A draft report prepared by Members of the European Parliament could potentially derail negotiations between India and the European Union, the country's largest trade partner, on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement involving duty-free trade of goods, services and investment. The report has called for the inclusion of human rights and democracy issues in the CEPA talks and an international investigation into "extra judicial killings" in Jammu & Kashmir.

'Japan may use trade pact to dump toxic waste'

'Japan may use trade pact to dump toxic waste'

Rediff.com2 Jul 2007

Environmental and social activist groups in the country have expressed concern that Japan may dump toxic wastes into India by taking advantage of the proposed comprehensive economic partnership agreement.

Prime Minister Modi wins hearts in Canada

Prime Minister Modi wins hearts in Canada

Rediff.com18 Apr 2015

'Stand-alone' trip to North American nation and a strong track record in Gujarat open doors to business.