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The Times Of India
Chandanki Village: Why did PM Narendra Modi mention the eating habits of this village in the 'Mann Ki Baat' programme
January 29, 2026
PM Modi has often talked about his struggles as a Sangh Sewak and how he used to struggle for …
PM Modi has always been vocal about simple living, he recently talked about Chandanki village …
Chandanki village in Bahucharaji taluka of Gujarat is an inspiring example of collective …
The Economic Times
India goes Intercontinental with landmark EU trade deal
January 29, 2026
Exports account for about 22% of India's GDP. Anything that enhances it, presents significant …
The EU offers unparalleled access to one of the world's most sophisticated markets. It is …
The latest India-EU FTA deepens this relationship by granting preferential market access to …
NDTV
Enclosures Along Kartavya Path For R-Day Parade Named After Indian Rivers
January 29, 2026
In a novel move, enclosures set up along the Kartavya Path for the 77th Republic Day Parade …
In a departure from traditional practice, 'VVIP' and other labels have not been used to …
The sesquicentenary of 'Vande Mataram' is the dominant theme of this year's Republic Day …
The Economic Times
India’s industrial output growth hits over two-year high of 7.8% in December
January 29, 2026
India’s industrial momentum strengthened sharply in December 2025, with the Index of Industrial …
Manufacturing output expanded 8.1% in December, while mining grew 6.8% and electricity …
Basic metals production rose 12.7 per cent in December, supported by higher output of alloy …
The Hindu
India-EU FTA to create new employment opportunities for youth: President Murmu
January 29, 2026
President Droupadi Murmu on hailed the signing of a free trade agreement with the EU, saying it …
Over the past 11 years, the economic foundation of the country has grown significantly stronger …
President Droupadi Murmu said India has further improved its record in keeping inflation under …
The Times Of india
HAL, Russian companies join hands to make SJ-100 aircraft in India
January 29, 2026
India’s public sector aerospace major HAL and Russia's United Aircraft Corporation have signed …
HAL CMD DK Sunil told a press conference in Hyderabad that the company is aiming at starting …
With typically seats between 87 and 108, SJ100 is an efficient and high-tech commercial …
Gulf News
Adani, Embraer sign deal to make passenger jets in India: Site, production volume, jobs
January 29, 2026
India's Adani Group and Brazil's Embraer announced a breakthrough partnership that would …
Aviation industry tracker Aeromorning reported that a MoU signed on January 27, 2026 aims to …
The Indian government's PLI scheme offers financial incentives (4% to 18% of incremental sales) …
The Times Of india
FTA to open vast opportunities for India’s youth: PM
January 29, 2026
PM Modi described the “historic” FTA between India and EU as a “global gamechanger” that would …
PM Modi said the entire world is looking at India’s youth with a “lot of trust” and the reason …
The agreement with 27 countries will benefit Indian startups by easing access to funding and …
The Times Of india
Smithsonian museum to return 3 bronzes to India
January 29, 2026
Museums abroad are increasingly confronting the legacy of looted cultural heritage in their …
The Smithsonian's National Museum of Asian Art announced it will return three sculptures to India
The National Museum of Asian Art is committed to stewarding cultural heritage responsibly and …
Business Standard
Volume growth improving with most firms' sequential improvement: Marico CEO
January 29, 2026
In a virtual interview, Saugata Gupta, the managing director and chief executive officer of …
Budget tax reliefs and GST rationali­sa­tion have made FMCG products signifi­ca­ntly more …
Volume growths are improving with most companies reporting sequential improvement — a momentum …
India Today
India-EU trade deal: How PM Modi reached out to 27 nations with 1 message
January 29, 2026
As India and the EU sealed the FTA, PM Modi tactfully used the diplomatic milestone to turn it …
The deal, years in the making, comes as a win-win situation for both India and the EU amid the …
By speaking each country's language, PM Modi transformed a trade agreement into a cultural …
Business Standard
Creating employment: India-EU FTA can increase labour-intensive exports
January 29, 2026
The India-European Union (EU) free-trade agreement (FTA) opens up a large opportunity for India’…
The EU is the largest export destination for textiles and apparel after the United States (US), …
The textile and apparel sector alone directly employs an estimated 45 million people, and …
News18
Made In India: How Vande Bharat Trains Power the Country’s High-Speed Rail Push
January 29, 2026
Built under Make in India, Vande Bharat trains showcase indigenous design, modern tech and high …
One of India’s largest rail coach units, the Integral Coach Factory (ICF) in Chennai, Tamil Nadu,…
Vande Bharat trains offer modern comforts such as Wi-Fi, charging points, air-conditioning, and …
NDTV
$2 Trillion Opportunity: How FTA With EU Can Boost Indian Exports To Europe
January 29, 2026
India's competitiveness across export-oriented sectors is set to rise following the conclusion …
With the EU electronics market estimated at $744 billion, the India–EU Free Trade Agreement …
In leather and footwear, the India–EU FTA removes tariffs as high as 17%, giving Indian …
Business Standard
India gets a foot in Europe's footwear supply-chain door after trade pact
January 29, 2026
Almost all European footwear and leather majors may soon turn to India not just as a …
Due to India-EU FTA Indian exporters will have an advantage over competitors such as Vietnam …
European brands will increasingly look towards India for strategic partnerships, seeking local …
The Hindu
Exporters welcome Indo-European Free Trade Agreement
January 29, 2026
The Indo-European FTA covers close to 99% of Indian exports to the EU with preferential market …
FIEO, Southern Region, has welcomed the Indo-European FTA, describing it as a historic and …
The EU is one of India’s largest trading partners, with bilateral trade in goods exceeding $136.…
Ians Live
Subhash Ghai lauds PM Narendra Modi for ‘talking through eyes more than words
January 29, 2026
Veteran filmmaker Subhash Ghai recently shared his excitement upon meeting PM Modi during the …
Veteran filmmaker Subhash Ghai expressed his thrill upon being recognised by his name by Prime …
A unique quality in personality in our honourable Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi ji, is …
News18
India Got A Good FTA With EU, Says American Trade Representative
January 29, 2026
India emerged as a major winner in its trade deal with the European Union, gaining market …
India has come out on top in this deal. They get more market access and immigration to Europe. …
India and the European Union concluded nearly two decades of intermittent negotiations with the …
Firstpost
India–EU FTA: How 20 years of negotiations finally reached the finish line
January 29, 2026
The EU and India currently trade over €180 billion (around $216 billion) worth of goods and …
By January 2026, both India and the EU declared negotiations concluded, closing one of the …
India and the EU have concluded their largest-ever FTA, unlocking sweeping tariff cuts, deeper …
Business Standard
Global energy players interested in expanding biz presence in India: Modi
January 29, 2026
PM Modi interacted with global energy giants and Indian companies’ CEOs at his residence as …
India’s exploration and production sector offers investment opportunities worth about $100 …
Global energy companies are keen on expanding and deepening their business presence in India …
ANI News
Battles now fought in "code and cloud", says PM Modi at Annual NCC Rally
January 29, 2026
Modern conflicts are no longer limited to physical battlefields, with cyber space, data, code …
PM Modi's annual address at the NCC Rally emphasised the growing importance of technology, …
PM Modi urged India’s youth to build digital skills, adaptability and discipline to serve the …
Business Standard
The 'Mother of all deals' signed: A new dawn for the India-EU partnership
January 29, 2026
The India-EU FTA is described as a historic reset in bilateral ties, unlocking unprecedented …
Beyond tariffs, the India-EU FTA strengthens supply chains, sustainability frameworks and …
The FTA positions India and the EU as long-term economic partners amid global fragmentation and …
Business Standard
India's outlook in 2026 looks better than in 2025: Axis MF's Ashish Gupta
January 29, 2026
Axis Mutual Fund sees India entering 2026 with stronger economic momentum compared to 2025, …
Steady domestic demand and resilient fundamentals are expected to cushion India against global …
India remains an attractive investment destination relative to peers amid uneven global growth …
News18
Game-Changer Deal’: PM Modi Says India-EU FTA Cuts Tariffs On Over 99% Of Goods
January 29, 2026
PM Modi calls the India-EU FTA a game-changer, highlighting that it removes tariffs on over 99% …
The India-EU FTA is expected to significantly boost Indian exports, create employment …
India-EU FTA strengthens India’s integration into global value chains while deepening long-term …
News18
PM Modi Meets Global Energy Leaders, Highlights USD 100 Billion Investment Opportunity
January 29, 2026
In a meeting with global energy leaders, PM Modi highlights a $100bn investment opportunity in …
PM Modi's $100bn investment focuses on renewables, clean energy, green hydrogen and sustainable …
PM Modi's $100bn investment Invites global players to partner in India’s energy transition …
News18
Beyond Tariffs: The Strategic Significance Of The India-EU Free Trade Agreement
January 29, 2026
The India-EU FTA is framed as a strategic agreement that goes beyond tariff reductions to …
India-EU FTA strengthens supply-chain resilience, technology collaboration and regulatory …
India-EU FTA trust, long-term alignment and a shared response to protectionism in a multipolar …
Business Standard
Taking the FTA agenda forward in 2026: A strategic roadmap for India
January 29, 2026
Experts stress that 2026 will be critical for advancing India’s FTA agenda through careful …
India's FTA agenda emphasises domestic reforms and industry readiness to fully leverage FTAs
FTAs are viewed as tools to boost exports, integrate global value chains and enhance India’s …
Hindustan Times
Why industry loves the India–EU free trade deal
January 29, 2026
Indian industry welcomes the India-EU FTA for expanded market access and reduced trade barriers
Due to the India-EU FTA businesses see tariff relief and regulatory clarity as key drivers for …
The India-EU FTA is expected to help Indian firms scale globally while strengthening …
Business Standard
A big deal: The India-EU partnership will open up new opportunities
January 28, 2026
India and the EU concluded the much-awaited FTA, one of the largest of its kind globally in …
Beyond the FTA, India and the EU will enhance cooperation in defence and security, and have …
India and the EU together account for 25% of global GDP and about one-third of global trade, …
The Times Of india
Zero tariffs on gems, jewellery, plastic: How will FTA with EU benefit India? ‘Mother of all trade deals’ explained
January 28, 2026
In 2024–25, merchandise trade between India-EU stood at Rs 11.5 lakh crore or $136.54 billion
Services trade between India and the EU reached Rs 7.2 lakh crore or $83.10 billion during 2024-25
Together, India and the EU are the fourth- and second-largest economies globally, accounting …
Business Standard
India-EU FTA weaves new hope into $100 billion textile export dream
January 28, 2026
The India–EU FTA could help India move toward its $100 billion textile and apparel export …
Indian apparel exports could grow 20–25% year-on-year after the India–EU FTA becomes operational:…
With India–EU FTA duty-free access, India’s apparel exports to the EU could grow at a 15% CAGR, …
CNBC TV 18
Corporate India welcomes India–EU FTA; tech, auto and services seen as big winners
January 28, 2026
Indian corporate leaders, industry bodies and rating agencies have welcomed the India–EU FTA as …
The India–EU FTA marks an important step for services, with gains expected through market access,…
The India–EU FTA will be credit-positive, with lower tariffs and better market access …
The Financial Express
India-EU FTA: A trade deal that redefines India’s global economic position
January 28, 2026
With the European Union on board, India is well positioned to accelerate exports, move …
The India–EU FTA completes India’s new-age trade architecture, plugging it into the world’s …
Billed as the “mother of all deals”, India-EU FTA goes beyond tariffs, deepening strategic …
News18
India-EU Relations: Trust And Strategic Engagement In A Changing World
January 28, 2026
The presence of the Presidents of the European Council and the European Commission as chief …
Europe’s acceptance of India’s 77th Republic Day invitation, meanwhile, acknowledges India’s …
As the world’s largest democracy, India merges political stability with a rapidly growing …
News18
Jobs, Strong Supply Chains And More: PM Modi's Post Explains Why India-EU Trade Deal Is A Milestone
January 28, 2026
PM Modi described the conclusion of the India–EU FTA as a historic milestone, saying it would …
The India-EU FTA promises to create unprecedented opportunities, open new avenues for growth …
Together, India and the EU are moving ahead with trust and ambition towards a prosperous as …
The Economic Times
EU tells India 'Hum Saath Saath Hain': FTA cuts tariffs on 99% of exports, while imported chocolates and baked goods get cheaper at home
January 28, 2026
India and the EU announced a mega free trade deal, agreeing to slash tariffs on over 99% of …
The India-EU Free Trade agreement represents 25% of global GDP and one-third of global trade: …
Under the India-EU FTA, up to 250,000 European-made vehicles will be allowed to enter the …
Business Standard
India-EU FTA to benefit industry on both sides, spur investments: Goyal
January 28, 2026
Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said the India–European Union free trade agreement would …
Under the India-EU FTA, 93 per cent of Indian exports will receive duty-free access to the 27-…
For the European Union, India has offered market access across 92.1 per cent of its tariff lines,…
The Economic Times
India-EU FTA is a new blueprint for common prosperity, says PM Modi on 'mother of all deals
January 28, 2026
PM Modi hailed the India-European Union Free Trade Agreement as the "mother of all deals" and a "…
There is turmoil in global environment; India-EU will provide stability to world order: PM Modi
The India-EU FTA reflects converging interests between the world’s largest democracy and one of …
The Times Of india
Very proud of ancestral roots in Goa': European Council chief Antonio Costa flaunts OCI card—watch
January 28, 2026
European Council President Antonio Costa expressed pride in his Goan roots, highlighting his …
Today is a historic moment. We are opening a new chapter in our relations – on trade, on …
I am very proud of my roots in Goa, where my father's family came from. And, the connection …
Business Standard
India-EU trade deal: Exports to double; tariff reductions on 96% goods
January 28, 2026
The EU said its exports to India are likely to double by 2032 under the new free trade …
According to the EU, tariffs on cars are gradually going down from 110% to as low as 10%
The EU and India will sign an MoU that intends to establish an EU-India platform for …
Business Standard
EU to launch Legal Gateway Office in India for students and jobseekers
January 28, 2026
The European Union will open its first Legal Gateway Office in India to provide a single access …
The EU said it will guide Indian applicants on job openings, skills shortages, qualification …
Von der Leyen said the FTA would facilitate the movement of students, researchers, seasonal …
The Economic Times
“We did it. We delivered the mother of all deals”: India, EU seal landmark FTA
January 28, 2026
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen described the India-EU pact as “the mother …
Together, India and the EU represent a combined market of nearly 1.8 billion people and account …
India-EU announced progress on deepening cooperation in research and innovation, with …
The Economic Times
India saves $19.3 bn in forex via ethanol blending; eyes 100 GW nuclear by 2047: Puri
January 28, 2026
India achieved nearly 20% ethanol blending in Ethanol Supply Year (ESY) 2025, resulting in …
By 2050, India's share of global energy demand is projected to rise by nearly 30-35%: Hardeep …
The petroleum sector now accounts for 28 per cent of India's trade volume by weight at ports
NDTV
110% To 10%: India-EU FTA Results In Big Cut In Tariffs On European Car Imports
January 28, 2026
Under the India-EU pact, New Delhi has agreed to gradually slash tariffs on European cars from …
According to the Commerce Ministry, bilateral trade in goods and services between India and the …
India is well-positioned to gain from this deal as it gives preferential market access to over …
The Economic Times
India-EU FTA a powerful signal of trust, stability, and long-term partnership, says Sunil Bharti Mittal
January 28, 2026
The conclusion of negotiations for the India- EU FTA sends a powerful signal of trust, stability,…
The signing of the India-EU FTA reflects the "decisive leadership and strategic resolve" of PM …
National Stock Exchange Chief Business Development Officer Sriram Krishnan said that the India-…
The Economic Times
India-EU FTA to open duty-free window for textile exporters, says Gokaldas Exports MD
January 28, 2026
The signing of the India–European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is set to create a major …
The India-EU FTA will give Indian textile manufacturers duty-free access to the European market:…
The EU is a very large market, with textile imports of around $70–80 billion. Duty-free access …
News18
BMW, Lamborghini, Porsche To Cancer Medicines: India-EU Trade Deal Will Make These Items Cheaper
January 28, 2026
Premium luxury European cars such as BMW, Mercedes, Lamborghini, Porsche and Audi are set to …
The India–EU FTA will make imported medicines for cancer and other critical illnesses, as well …
The India–EU FTA will lower the manufacturing costs of gadgets in India, making them more …
The Economic Times
India-EU FTA: The world’s biggest economies just changed global trade forever
January 28, 2026
The European Union and India have concluded negotiations on a historic FTA, ending an eighteen-…
The India–EU FTA will remove or reduce duties on over 96.6% of EU goods exported to India, …
The India–EU FTA marks the largest trade deal ever reached by either side
The Times Of india
Never been stronger’: Ursula von der Leyen hails Europe–India ties at presidential banquet
January 28, 2026
The political ties between Europe and India have never been this strong: Ursula von der Leyen
India has risen to the top of global politics, a development Europe welcomes: Ursula von der Leyen
In a time when the world is becoming more fractured and fractious, India and Europe are …
Business Standard
India-EU FTA: One-stop hub to aid movement of skilled professionals to EU
January 28, 2026
The India–EU FTA will lead to the setting up of a European Legal Gateway Office in India, a one-…
Indian IT firms stand to gain from greater opportunities in Europe, including easier cross-…
The India–EU FTA strengthens India’s position in global value chains for digital services: …