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Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said India is negotiating global trade partnerships as a $4 trillion economy, while its purchasing power parity-based economy is around $20 trillion. He highlighted India’s $30 trillion ambition, semiconductor demand and deep-tech ecosystem
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Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal outlined plans for integrated offices in major cities and a network of 1,000 trained personnel to support exporters. He also highlighted the Trade Connect platform and ongoing measures to simplify trade processes
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The India-New Zealand free trade agreement will come into force on October 20, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal announced. The pact provides duty-free access for Indian exports to New Zealand and seeks to expand opportunities in trade, services, investment and professional mobility
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Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal urged BRICS countries to link payment systems, promote trade in local currencies and make digital trade more accessible. He said India’s digital public infrastructure could help deepen economic cooperation and support emerging technologies
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Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal urged India and Belgium to collaborate on lab-grown diamonds, focusing on technology and certification. He also highlighted cooperation in semiconductors, green hydrogen, ports, defence and advanced manufacturing while discussing the India-EU FTA and global trade
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Opposition leaders criticised the Modi government after US Ambassador Sergio Gor jokingly suggested people contact Union minister Piyush Goyal for assistance. Congress leader Pawan Khera and TMC MP Mahua Moitra mocked the remark, claiming Goyal had been reduced to the envoy’s secretary
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Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said India could attract at least USD 200 billion in investments into the data centre sector. He also said data centres, artificial intelligence, semiconductors and manufacturing would drive India’s growth towards a USD 30 trillion economy by 2047
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Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said India will amend regulations within two months to address concerns of semiconductor and auto component manufacturers. He also highlighted Semicon 2.0, investment opportunities, simplified BIS rules and stronger India-Japan cooperation in semiconductors, AI and technology
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Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said technology-driven logistics will strengthen India’s manufacturing and export ambitions as the Logistics Data Bank crossed the milestone of tracking 10 crore EXIM containers. The platfor provides end-to-end visibility of cargo movement through RFID-based tracking.
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Orders placed by the Military Affairs Department through Government e-Marketplace have crossed Rs 1.35 lakh crore, accounting for nearly 15 per cent of GeM procurement, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said. He added that purchases through the portal exceeded Rs 20 lakh crore over 10 years
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Union Minister Piyush Goyal claimed Rahul Gandhi feels threatened by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's growing popularity among the youth. He also defended the Centre's examination reform measures, saying the BJP continues to enjoy strong support from Gen Z voters
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Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal accused Rahul Gandhi of making false allegations in the Lok Sabha over police action against student protesters. He denied claims of firing, demanded an apology from the Congress leader and defended the government's handling of the education system
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India will launch its first indigenous hydrogen-powered train on the Jind-Sonipat route, marking a milestone in sustainable rail transport. Powered by hydrogen fuel cells with near-zero emissions, the project supports Aatmanirbhar Bharat, green mobility, and India's National Green Hydrogen Mission
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The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement takes effect on Wednesday, granting Indian exporters duty-free access to most UK markets while reducing tariffs on British goods. The pact is expected to boost trade, investment, jobs and opportunities across manufacturing, agriculture, services and MSMEs
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Union Minister Piyush Goyal will visit Spain, Belgium and Finland from July 13-17 with a high-level business delegation to strengthen India-Europe cooperation in trade, investment, technology and sustainability through business meetings, industry roundtables and engagements with leading European companies
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Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal will lead a high-level Indian business delegation to Spain, Belgium, and Finland from July 13–17. The five-day visit aims to deepen trade, investment, and technology ties while expanding business-to-business partnerships with European industries
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Union Minister Piyush Goyal said India's new free trade agreements are creating opportunities in manufacturing and innovation. Speaking at the launch of IIM Udaipur's online bilingual BBA programme, he urged students to develop practical skills and embrace technology-driven education
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UK India Business Council CEO Kishore Jayaraman said the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement will boost bilateral trade, investment and business expansion across sectors. He said the pact and the Double Contribution Convention will improve mobility, productivity and long-term economic growth
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The Centre will establish modern toy testing facilities across manufacturing clusters, promote skill development, advanced technologies and Centres of Excellence, while encouraging MSMEs to scale up operations and strengthen India's competitiveness in the $120 billion global toy market through improved quality and exports
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Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said Japanese investments remain central to India-Japan ties, highlighting cooperation in automobiles, infrastructure and technology. He expressed confidence in the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project, encouraged greater trade and investments, and stressed opportunities for Indian healthcare professionals in Japan