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Manufactured monopoly: How industrial policy is structuring monopolies in India

India's industrial strategies are shaping a landscape where giant corporations thrive while smaller enterprises struggle to keep up. Policies like tariffs, regulations and quality controls act as gatekeepers, limiting new entrants. This imbalance not only stifles innovation but also poses a challenge to the ambitious vision of a developed India.

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While Europe negotiated FTA, this startup was already hosting India's internet economy

A new trade deal between India and Europe opens doors for businesses. However, companies like Hostinger from Lithuania already found success in India by understanding local needs. They focused on affordable, user-friendly online tools. This shows that early localization and market understanding are key to winning in India, not just…

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Four myths about the falling rupee and what India must actually do

India's rupee is facing pressure from global events. The nation needs a plan to tackle weaknesses that amplify these impacts. Energy independence and boosting domestic manufacturing are key. Strengthening talent mobility and improving FTA utilization are also vital. These steps will build resilience against external shocks and support India's growth.

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India should now focus on FTA implementation, utilisation by exporters: Experts

For India to leverage its Free Trade Agreements effectively, a paradigm shift in strategy is imperative. Experts caution that the disparity between secured market access and the realization of exports is widening.

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Why New Zealand is emerging strongly in India’s study abroad reset

The India-New Zealand FTA signals a significant shift in international student mobility, with New Zealand emerging as a primary choice for Indian students. This change is driven by policy stability, clear post-study work pathways, and a more sophisticated cost-benefit analysis, moving beyond traditional destination preferences.

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Planing 500 delegations, outreach to 1,600 industry chambers to boost FTA utilisation: Piyush Goyal

India is launching ambitious plans to boost its use of free trade agreements. The commerce ministry will send 500 delegations abroad and train 1,000 people. This initiative aims to help Indian businesses increase exports and attract investments. The government is committed to supporting industry growth and achieving export targets.

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India-NZ FTA: GJEPC targets 200% export growth to $50 million in 3 years

The pact offers zero-duty access, expected to boost exports from $16.61 million to nearly $50 million in three years. This agreement provides a competitive edge over China and Thailand, opening new avenues for Indian exporters in the Oceania region.

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Labour-National standoff aside, the India-NZ trade deal is a blueprint for real growth

In an increasingly uncertain world, where the global balance of power is tilting toward Asia, a comprehensive free trade agreement (FTA) with India promises access to a booming market and “southern anchor of stability” in the Indo-Pacific region.

The Conversation

EU–India free trade deal explained: Why it matters for growth and jobs

The pact slashes tariffs, opens up services and agriculture, and marks the largest trade agreement either side has ever signed.

Euronews

Taxpayers Still Paying for Hurricane Sandy Relief Mismanagement 13 Years Later, New Report Finds

A recent Transportation Department audit of Hurricane Sandy relief funds found $95 million in questionable costs and $2.9 billion in unspent money.

Reason

UK’s India trade deal offers wider access to a surging economy – and could make food imports cheaper

After more than three years and 14 rounds of negotiations, the UK and India have finally announced a free trade agreement (FTA). UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer will formally sign the deal on a visit to India later this year. This is the biggest and most economically significant bilateral trade…

The Conversation

India, EU aim to conclude FTA negotiations by this year: MEA after EU chief's "landmark visit"

Ministry of External Affairs Secretary (West) Tanmay Lal, highlighted that 20 union cabinet ministers and Ministers of State engaged in discussions and issues ranging from trade, digital green technology, energy, environment and connectivity were discussed. Read further on Dynamite News:

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How to Prepare for an ESR Audit: Compliance Checklist for UAE Businesses

With the issuance of the Cabinet Resolution No. 57 of 2020 regarding Economic Substance regulations (ESR) on 10 August 2020 , the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) was selected as the National Evaluating Authority. It is the initiative taken by the ...

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David Lammy begins four-day visit to ‘reset’ UK-India relationship

Lammy’s trip puts fresh spotlight on India-UK trade talks that has hit a roadblock

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India, U.K. reaffirm FTA commitment at Strategic Dialogue

India and Britain have reaffirmed their commitment to conclude a mutually beneficial free trade agreement (FTA) at the annual U.K.-India Strategic Dialogue

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India signs free trade pact with 4 European countries

India-EFTA free trade agreement: India and EFTA sign free trade agreement to boost investments and trade, creating opportunities for economic growth and collaboration.

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Ayurvedic products not part of India-U.K. FTA dialogue

UK's policy on Ayurveda products not part of India-UK FTA talks. UK has policy for traditional herbal medicines, many Indian ingredients like sarpagandha, khat restricted or banned. UK to deal with Ayurveda items separately.

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India-U.K. free trade agreement | Next round of talks expected soon

India and the U.K. launched the talks for free-trade agreement (FTA) in January 2022, with an aim to conclude talks by Deepavali (October 24, 2022), but the deadline was missed due to political developments in the U.K.

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Rishi Sunak ‘keen’ to visit India, but many difficult issues remain in FTA: U.K. envoy

Rishi Sunak‘s proposed bilateral visit to India in October-November is understood to have been put off due to delays in the FTA talks.

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Canada-India rift is ‘painful’ for common friend Australia: Australian High Commissioner to India

The rift between Canada and India is “painful” for Australia that has good ties with both, but will not affect bilateral ties, Australian High Commissioner to India Phillip Green said.

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Brexit: ‘Zero chance’ of UK-US trade deal under Joe Biden, says Kemi Badenoch

Business secretary dismisses likelhood of post-Brexit deal – just as report claims Sunak and Biden in early stages of ‘foundational’ agreement

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Trade negotiations are appallingly opaque

Discussions with India are into their 12th round and neither the public nor parliament has seen a word of the conclusions

The Hindu

Waiting for India’s counter proposal on investment court system: EU Trade Commissioner

EU awaits India's response to its proposal for an 'Investment Court System' as a forum for trade arbitration. EU remains world's largest trading market despite risk factors. EU-India FTA talks have made progress, with EU-India Trade & Technology Council meeting in May.

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Trend line on India-U.K. FTA very positive, says High Commissioner Vikram Doraiswami

High Commissioner Vikram Doraiswami expresses optimism for India-U.K. FTA, noting both sides keen to make necessary adjustments.

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From state visit to a more robust trade relationship

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s State visit to the United States should be a starting point for a more ambitious trade agenda with America

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