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"When no firing took place at all, what kind of allegations are they levelling...?" Union Minister Piyush Goyal hits out at Rahul Gandhi

Union Minister Piyush Goyal condemned Rahul Gandhi's remarks regarding student protests. Goyal stated that no police firing occurred during the student demonstrations. He dismissed Gandhi's allegations as fictitious and a bundle of lies. The minister demanded Gandhi's remarks be expunged and an apology issued. Gandhi had earlier attacked Home Minister…

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Rebel Trinamool Congress MPs who joined NCPI attend first NDA meeting, hail alliance's vision and Parliament agenda

NCPI MPs attended their first NDA Parliamentary Party meeting after joining the coalition. Leaders described the gathering as enriching and well-organized, welcoming their inclusion. Discussions covered India's Free Trade Agreements and the blue economy sector. Upcoming legislation and the government's development roadmap were also detailed. The meeting concluded with addresses…

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Government removes links to AI deepfake of union minister Piyush Goyal

Minister for Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal, in his post, flagged the altered video clip of his conversation with the media outside Parliament. He wrote that the video has been maliciously tampered with using AI to create a deepfake, which is being circulated on social media with the intent to…

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AI-generated deepfake video of Piyush Goyal leads to FIR

Piyush Goyal recently alerted authorities about a deepfake video misrepresenting his statements through AI manipulation. Following this, an FIR was filed at the Chanakyapuri Police Station. Goyal said in a post on X that his remarks to the media outside Parliament had been maliciously doctored using AI to create and…

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Piyush Goyal files police complaint over AI deepfake video; FIR registered

Union Minister Piyush Goyal said strict legal action would be taken against everyone involved in creating, circulating or amplifying the alleged fake video. The government also debunked a video circulating on social media that claimed Goyal made threatening remarks about students protesting in Delhi.

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Centre transfers Higher Education Secy Vineet Joshi amid NEET row; Naresh Pal Gangwar takes over

Higher Education Secretary Vineet Joshi was transferred amid ongoing exam irregularities scrutiny. Naresh Pal Gangwar now leads the Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education. Several other secretary-level appointments were also announced by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet. This reshuffle occurs while the Education Ministry faces public and political…

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UK PM Andy Burnham promotes British Indian AI minister to Cabinet post

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has formed his new Cabinet team in London. British Indian minister Kanishka Narayan was promoted to the Cabinet as AI Minister. Lisa Nandy retained her department and gained new digital responsibilities. Shabana Mahmood continues as Home Secretary, and Jonathan Reynolds resumes trade. Several senior ministers allied…

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India-EU Investment Protection Pact, GI agreements work in progress: Piyush Goyal

India and the European Union are progressing on investment protection and GI agreements. These pacts will create significant business opportunities for both sides. India is now connected to the entire European market through recent trade agreements. Estonia offers opportunities in education, defense, and skill development sectors. India has implemented reforms…

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India-EU trade pact to be signed by end of this year: Piyush Goyal

By the close of 2026, India and the European Union will launch a transformative free trade agreement, taking effect in early 2027. This pact is designed to create vast business prospects, with 93% of Indian exports obtaining duty-free entry into the EU market. Luxury items such as cars and wines…

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India-EU TTC meet: Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal says work program on FDI screening concluded

India and the European Union concluded a work program on FDI screening. Both sides exchanged best practices to further accelerate investment flows between them. The Trade and Technology Council meeting helped move discussions towards tangible delivery and outcomes. They are committed to de-risking dependencies and strengthening economic ties.

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How to crack a 'great deal' with India? UK reveals details of dealing with 'phenomenal negotiators'

UK officials described securing the India-UK Free Trade Agreement as a tough negotiation. They praised India's phenomenal negotiating team and Minister Piyush Goyal's skills. Bilateral trade is expected to increase by over 25 billion pounds annually. This pact aims to reduce tariffs and improve market access for businesses. Both nations…

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"Cheaper, quicker and faster": British Deputy High Commissioner Sutapa Choudhury on India-UK CETA

The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement has officially entered into force. This landmark pact grants zero-duty market access for nearly ninety-nine percent of Indian exports. British Deputy High Commissioner Sutapa Choudhury hailed the agreement as a historic milestone. She emphasized the treaty will make doing business between the two…

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India-EU FTA key to boosting India-Belgium economic ties, says Piyush Goyal

Union Minister Piyush Goyal highlighted the India-EU Free Trade Agreement's potential for India-Belgium economic ties. He met with Belgian and EU officials to strengthen cooperation in various sectors. Discussions covered agriculture, clean energy, and sustainable industrial development with EU Commissioners. Bilateral economic cooperation was also expanded with Belgium's Deputy Prime…

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Piyush Goyal hails India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement coming into force today

The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) and the concurrent Agreement on Social Security have officially entered into force, establishing a new framework for bilateral commerce.

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Piyush Goyal holds key meetings with EU, Belgian leaders to deepen trade, clean energy, agriculture cooperation

Union Minister Piyush Goyal held high-level meetings in Brussels with EU Commissioners and Belgian officials. Discussions focused on enhancing cooperation in agriculture, clean energy, and sustainable industrial development. The meetings aimed to deepen India's strategic economic partnership with the European Union. Goyal also explored opportunities for India's gems and jewellery…

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India, Spain explore stronger partnership across trade, manufacturing

India and Spain are exploring enhanced economic cooperation in trade and investment. Minister Piyush Goyal met his Spanish counterpart to discuss future growth opportunities. Both nations aim to significantly increase bilateral trade beyond current projections. They are committed to strengthening industrial partnerships and resilient supply chains. This collaboration seeks to…

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India, EU to soon finish legal scrubbing of trade pact text: Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal

India and the European Union expect to finish their trade pact legal scrubbing soon. This agreement will become operational a few months after the India-UK trade deal. Minister Piyush Goyal stated all EU member states fully support this partnership. He also highlighted significant potential to boost India-Spain bilateral trade. Both…

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India, US have framework trade deal ready; signing awaits right time: Official

India and the United States are progressing well on a trade agreement framework. This framework deal is ready and will be signed at the appropriate time. India seeks a comparative advantage on tariffs compared to competitor nations. Both sides are fully engaged in achieving a balanced and meaningful trade pact.…

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'False, baseless': Piyush Goyal pushes back on India-US trade deal claims

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has dismissed reports that India rejected a quick trade deal with the US as "completely false, baseless and misleading." He said both countries remain committed to a balanced bilateral agreement, while Trade Secretary Rajesh Agarwal said negotiations are progressing well and India sees no challenges in…

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Piyush Goyal to visit Spain, Belgium, Finland this week

Minister Piyush Goyal will visit Spain, Belgium, and Finland to boost trade. He will meet industry leaders in Spain to explore automotive and renewable energy opportunities. In Belgium, CEO-level meetings will focus on technology and sustainable manufacturing collaborations. The India-EU Business Roundtable will discuss foreign direct investment and resilient supply…

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India, EU working to finish legal scrubbing of FTA text in 15-20 days: Piyush Goyal

India and the European Union expect to finish legal scrubbing of their free trade agreement text soon. Both sides aim to sign the comprehensive trade pact by the end of this year. Implementation of this significant agreement is anticipated to occur next year. This pact will open twenty-seven developed countries…

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India-Peru FTA talks unlikely to conclude soon: Piyush Goyal

India's trade deal with Peru faces delays due to market access issues, while progress is reported on agreements with Canada, Mexico, and Brazil. The India-EU FTA is expected by year-end. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal assured the toy industry that mandatory quality control orders will remain, urging a tenfold export increase…

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Do not see India-Peru FTA happening anytime soon, says Piyush Goyal

India's proposed free trade agreement with Peru faces delays due to market access concerns for certain products, according to Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal. He indicated the Peru FTA is unlikely to conclude soon. In contrast, negotiations for an India-Canada FTA are progressing well, with a team heading to Canada for…

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India-Israel bilateral investment pact comes into force

India and Israel's crucial Bilateral Investment Agreement, signed last September, officially came into effect on Saturday, July 4, 2026. This pact aims to bolster economic ties by offering strong investor protection while allowing governments policy flexibility. Following this, negotiations for a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement are also underway, promising enhanced…

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Goyal urges states to identify imported goods for domestic manufacturing

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has called on states to identify importable products that can be manufactured competitively in India, aiming to boost domestic production and reduce foreign exchange outflow. He also urged for the establishment of export committees and regular reviews to support exporters.

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