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Christian Stocker praised India as a reliable global partner, highlighting its strong international influence. Alongside Narendra Modi, he stressed diplomacy, trade growth, and deeper cooperation in technology, security, and defence ties.

Narendra Modi and Rob Jetten discussed strengthening India-Netherlands ties in semiconductors, green hydrogen, trade and defence, while stressing peace in West Asia and expanding strategic cooperation amid evolving global challenges

At Davos, US President Donald Trump mixed policy with humour, delivering off-script jokes and self-deprecating remarks during meetings with business leaders. Amid discussions on trade, security, and investments, he lightened the atmosphere with quips on net worth, Greenland, and Federal Reserve projects

PM Modi invited Jordanian companies to partner with India, highlighting opportunities in pharma, IT, agri-tech, renewable energy, and heritage tourism. Both nations aim to double bilateral trade to $5 billion and strengthen an India-Jordan economic corridor

Trade resilience, AI collaboration and the influence of the Indian diaspora dominated discussions on the future of India–US relations at a Chicago dialogue, with leaders stressing sustained engagement despite political uncertainty.

The Modi-Putin summit showcased India’s strategic balancing act between Washington and Moscow, focusing on energy security, trade, and diplomacy. US media highlighted India’s efforts to maintain historic ties with Russia while navigating pressure from the United States and Europe

Gross GST collection rose 4.6 per cent year-on-year to Rs 1.96 lakh crore in October, driven by festive season demand despite rate cuts on 375 items. Domestic GST revenue grew 2 per cent, while imports contributed a 13 per cent surge in tax inflow

US President Donald Trump warned India of “massive tariffs” if it continues buying Russian oil, claiming Prime Minister Modi assured him of a halt in purchases. India denies such a commitment, citing energy diversification and market conditions.

President Donald Trump said the United States may import beef from Argentina to help reduce prices for American consumers. The move, part of his anti-inflation push, comes as US beef costs remain high due to drought and reduced imports

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said India now negotiates trade agreements from a position of strength, focusing on balanced partnerships. Robust foreign reserves, low inflation, and renewable energy targets reinforce the country’s growing global economic confidence and investment attractiveness

Russian Ambassador Denis Alipov said Moscow’s energy partnership with India aligns with New Delhi’s national interests, describing Russian crude as the most cost-effective option globally. His remarks came after US President Donald Trump claimed Modi assured him of reduced oil imports

PM Modi met Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand in New Delhi, emphasizing renewed momentum in India–Canada relations. Both leaders highlighted enhanced cooperation in trade, technology, agriculture, and security, with an ambitious roadmap set for bilateral growth and people-to-people engagement

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said India has emerged as a stabilising force in the global economy, resilient against trade, energy, and financial shocks. Speaking at Kautilya Economic Conclave 2025, she warned of global uncertainties, shifting alliances, and structural transformations in world order

Trade talks on the India-US bilateral agreement continues, with the sixth negotiation round scheduled for August 24 in India

The government has pledged to safeguard farmers, exporters, entrepreneurs, and MSMEs as new US tariffs threaten over half of India’s merchandise exports. Calling the move “unfair,” New Delhi vowed to take all necessary steps to protect national interests

Imports of US grown chicken, wheat, corn and cotton will face an extra 15% tariff. The tariff on sorghum, soybeans, pork, beef, seafoods, fruit, vegetables and dairy products will be increased by 10%

Venture capitalists have shown increasing interest in the Indian IPO market as several major companies have gone public with venture funding this year

Trump has been threatening to impose sweeping tariffs on Canada, Mexico and other trading partners

The progress was reviewed by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and UK Secretary of State for Business and Trade Kemi Badenoch in Osaka

G20 Presidency with India is helping New Delhi to strengthen trade ties with member nations and provides an opportunity to attract investments