India and Canada are accelerating negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, aiming to conclude talks by November ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s proposed December visit. The pact seeks to reduce trade barriers, boost investment and expand cooperation across key economic sectors
Senior diplomat Dr K Srikar Reddy, currently serving as the Consul General of India in San Francisco, is likely to be appointed India's next Ambassador to Qatar. The Telangana native previously played a key role in India's major trade agreements with the UAE and Mauritius.