Brazilian President Lula confirms India visit next month

IANS | January 28, 2026 5:51 PM

New Delhi, Jan 28 (IANS) Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has confirmed that he will make an official visit to India in February, after which he will travel to Washington to meet US President Donald Trump.

Trade deal with EU to create jobs and lift gems, jewellery exports: Industry leader

IANS | January 28, 2026 5:29 PM

New Delhi, Jan 28 (IANS) The India–European Union Free Trade Agreement signed under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi marks a major milestone for India’s gems and jewellery export sector and is expected to significantly strengthen the industry’s presence in European markets, an industry leader said on Wednesday.

India’s industrial growth surges to 2-year high of 7.8 per cent in December

IANS | January 28, 2026 4:51 PM

New Delhi, Jan 28 (IANS) India’s industrial production surged by 7.8 per cent in December 2025, reaching its highest level in over 2 years, driven by a robust across-the-board growth in the manufacturing, mining, and electricity sectors, according to figures released by the Ministry of Statistics on Wednesday.