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‘Modi is going to do what is best for…’: African American singer Mary Millben reacts to Putin's India visit

Mary Millben praised PM Modi as a significant geopolitical leader, highlighting his strategic management of the recent Modi-Putin summit.

2 min read6 Dec 2025
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At India–Russia Business forum, Modi, Putin outline roadmap for trade, tech and connectivity push | Top quotes

At the India-Russia Business Forum, PM Modi and President Putin unveiled a roadmap for expanding trade, technology, and connectivity, setting ambitious goals including a $100 billion bilateral trade target by 2030.

4 min read5 Dec 2025
Economy

India-Russia ties remain time-tested and resilient: Piyush Goyal

Speaking at the India-Russia Business Summit, commerce minister Piyush Goyal acknowledged that the relationship is underpinned by deep cultural connections, citing classic Hindi films cherished in Russia.

2 min read4 Dec 2025
Companies

‘Politics is a blood sport’: Elon Musk tells Nikhil Kamath on WTF podcast, says tried to stop Trump tariff, defends DOGE

Nikhil Kamath interviewed Elon Musk on his podcast, where the billionaire shared insights on free trade, his political experiences, and the efficiency of the Department of Government Efficiency.

2 min read1 Dec 2025
Companies

British Airways plans to expand services in India amid growing demand, says COO, new daily route likely in 2026

British Airways plans to expand its India services amid increasing travel demand, according to COO Rene de Groot. The airline at present operates 56 weekly flights from India to the UK and aims to add more starting from next year.

2 min read30 Nov 2025
Economy

India, Canada agree to start Comprehensive Economic Partnership talks, eye bilateral trade worth $50 bn – what we know

India and Canada have agreed to resume free trade discussions during a meeting at the G20 Summit in South Africa. The leaders aim to negotiate a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, reflecting improved bilateral relations and cooperation in various sectors.

1 min read24 Nov 2025
Economy

India, Israel revive FTA push as Goyal meets Netanyahu in Jerusalem

Commerce minister Piyush Goyal and Israeli leaders signalled a renewed focus on a free trade agreement at meetings held in Jerusalem. The two sides emphasized collaboration in trade, technology and investments amid a sharp decline in bilateral trade.

3 min read23 Nov 2025
Economy

India-Israel plan to implement FTA in two phases for early benefits, says Piyush Goyal, as exports drop 52% in FY25

India and Israel will implement a free trade agreement in two phases with the aim to benefit their trade communities, focusing on market access and investment facilitation.

2 min read23 Nov 2025
Economy

Mint Explainer | Will the proposed India-Israel FTA be a game-changer for bilateral trade?

India and Israel have finalized the Terms of Reference for a long-pending FTA, aiming to revive shrinking bilateral trade, deepen technology ties and open new markets beyond the US.

3 min read23 Nov 2025
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India and Israel to begin FTA negotiations, ink terms of reference; Piyush Goyal says will soon finalise dates

Union Minister Piyush Goyal confirmed that India and Israel will negotiate a Free Trade Agreement and the two countries signed the Terms of Reference.

1 min read20 Nov 2025

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The Union Budget contains details about the estimated receipts and the expenditure of the government for a particular fiscal year. The Budget is allotted for the upcoming fiscal year, which runs from 1st April to 31st March of the next year. Here is a quick guide on how the Union Budget is prepared

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