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Trade India and UAE Ministers Hold Talks to Strengthen Trade and Investment Ties in New Delhi
Union Minister Piyush Goyal held a meeting with UAE Minister Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri in New Delhi to explore avenues for strengthening bilateral ties. Discussions covered trade, investment, tourism, and connectivity, reaffirming a shared commitment to unlock new opportunities for businesses and enhance people-to-people ties.
Trade Minister Piyush Goyal Wins UK-India Award for Elevating Trade Ties, CETA Set for July 15
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal was honoured with a special UK-India Award at the tenth anniversary of the India Global Forum (IGF) UK-India Awards 2026. The award ceremony, held on Thursday evening, celebrated the upcoming entry into force of the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) on **July 15**. Goyal stated that CETA will become a template for future free trade agreements.
Commodities Coal Gasification Crucial for India's Energy Security and Import Reduction, Says Minister
Union Coal and Mines Minister G Kishan Reddy emphasized that coal gasification is vital for India's long-term energy security and reducing import dependence. Speaking at a roadshow in Mumbai, he highlighted the National Coal Gasification Mission's target to gasify 100 million tonnes of coal by 2030, enabling domestic production of key products like methanol, hydrogen, and urea. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis also invited investors to the state, underscoring energy self-reliance.
Trade Canada plans trade mission to India this year
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Commodities India Prepares for Below-Normal Monsoon Impact on Agriculture
India's Agriculture Minister urges states to prepare for a below-normal monsoon, potentially affecting the Kharif season. The IMD forecasts a 90% monsoon of the long-period average, raising concerns over agricultural output.