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A total of 6,385 recognised startups have been categorised as closed as of October 31, according to MCA data. Maharashtra accounts for the highest number. The government said no rise in startup closures has been observed, citing market and business factors

Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal urged industry leaders at FICCI’s AGM to adopt bold targets, increase domestic investment in startups and R&D, involve next-generation leaders, and expand engagement beyond major cities to strengthen India’s long-term economic growth

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said the India-New Zealand free trade agreement will boost trade, investments, and jobs. Both countries aim to collaborate in sectors like defence, education, tourism, and aerospace, reflecting closer ties and shared focus on inclusive, sustainable development

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will visit Brussels on October 27–28 to meet EU Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic. The visit aims to accelerate India–EU FTA talks and provide political direction for a comprehensive and balanced trade deal

State Bank of India has been named World’s Best Consumer Bank 2025 and Best Bank in India 2025 by Global Finance, New York. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal lauded SBI’s role in driving financial inclusion and strengthening India’s growth story

India and Brazil agreed to deepen trade and investment ties across energy, agriculture, technology, and defence sectors. High-level discussions between Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal and Brazilian Vice President Geraldo Alckmin set a USD20 billion trade target over five years

India and the US are progressing on the first phase of the Bilateral Trade Agreement. An Indian delegation is expected to visit Washington this week to discuss increased imports of oil, gas, and renewable technologies, strengthening trade and energy cooperation

The India-EFTA free trade pact, effective October 1, commits USD 100 billion investment over 15 years and promises one million jobs. It cuts duties on Swiss goods while boosting Indian services access in Europe through Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein

India is negotiating free trade agreements with the US, EU, and several other countries, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said. Talks with the US aim to double trade to $500 billion by 2030, while the India-EFTA pact takes effect on October 1

Piyush Goyal met US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer in New York to advance trade talks, as discussions remain overshadowed by Trump’s H-1B visa restrictions and accompanied by recent birthday exchanges between Modi and Trump.

Former US Commerce official Christopher Padilla said Trump’s H-1B visa restrictions would impact India-US trade negotiations, adding agriculture and tariffs remain difficult issues as both countries push forward sensitive bilateral discussions.

India and Singapore are expanding cooperation in semiconductors, green infrastructure, digital integration, and maritime connectivity. The Third India–Singapore Ministerial Roundtable aims to strengthen economic and strategic ties, building resilient supply chains and sustainable growth while boosting India’s access to ASEAN and Indo-Pacific markets

India is actively negotiating Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with multiple countries including the US, EU, Oman, Chile, Peru, and New Zealand, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said during the BT India @100 event. With India now the world’s fourth-largest economy, Goyal affirmed that the nation is on track to become the third-largest.

India-UK FTA aims to boost exports, jobs and global competitiveness for Indian products and services

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal assured traders that India’s free trade agreements will protect national interests and sensitive sectors. Speaking in Srinagar, he said FTAs aim for reciprocal benefits, fair trade, and domestic growth, especially amid US tariff hike talks

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal praised India’s engineering growth and visited the KIADB Aerospace SEZ, highlighting HAL and Safran's collaboration. Their LEAP engine parts production boosts “Make in India” goals and strengthens India’s role in global aerospace supply chains

US President Donald Trump has signed tariff letters for 12 countries, with potential tariffs up to 70 per cent from August. India’s talks with the US on a trade deal remain unresolved, mainly due to differences over agricultural and dairy imports

Rahul Gandhi criticised PM Modi over the Indo-US trade deal, alleging he would bow to US pressure. Piyush Goyal asserted that India would only enter the deal if it serves national interest. Trump has set a July 9 deadline

About 1,00,000 tonnes of Indian basmati rice for Iran are stuck at ports due to the Israel-Iran conflict. No ships or insurance are available. Exporters face losses, and rice prices have dropped. Talks with the government are planned

During his UK visit, Union Minister Piyush Goyal highlighted India's advancements in digital infrastructure, innovation, and emerging technologies. He emphasized strengthening India-UK trade ties through the FTA and explored collaboration in fintech, sustainable finance, and SME-led growth with key UK leaders.