India, EU trade deal next after India-UK FTA, 12 rounds done: Centre

IANS | July 25, 2025 4:38 PM

New Delhi, July 25 (IANS) After the successful completion of the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA), all eyes on the trade pact with the European Union (EU) and the Centre on Friday said that India and the EU have been negotiating an FTA since June 2022, and 12 rounds of the negotiations have been completed, with the last being in July 2025.

PM Modi lands in Male to attend Maldives' 60th Independence Day as guest of honour

IANS | July 25, 2025 10:51 AM

Male, July 25 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Velana International Airport in Male, Maldives, on Friday, to a ceremonial welcome, marking the beginning of a high-profile state visit to the island nation. He was received by Maldivian President Dr Mohamed Muizzu at the airport amidst traditional songs and chants of "Vande Mataram", reflecting the warmth and cultural ties between the two countries.

PM Modi’s UK visit will be remembered for years to come: Piyush Goyal

IANS | July 24, 2025 10:54 PM

London, July 24 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the UK will be remembered for years to come, said Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday, adding that in a short period, significant discussions took place between PM Modi and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

PM Modi, UK counterpart Starmer hold 'Chai Pe Charcha' at Chequers

IANS | July 24, 2025 9:33 PM

London, July 24 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday held 'Chai Pe Charcha' with his UK counterpart Keir Starmer at Chequers - the countryside retreat of the British PM. The picture shared by PM Modi on social media platform X showed the two leaders engaged in deep conversation while having tea.

PM Modi and Starmer encourage business leaders to realise 'full potential' of opportunities

IANS | July 24, 2025 9:28 PM

London, July 24 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his British counterpart Keir Starmer interacted with business leaders from both nations after the signing of the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between the two countries, on Thursday. Both leaders encouraged business leaders to realise the full potential of opportunities flowing from the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) for deepening trade, investment and innovation partnerships.