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April 21, 2026 9:04 AM

‘India, US continue to have positive, productive discussions on trade deal’

A senior United States official has said that Washington and New Delhi are making progress toward a finalised trade deal, as the two sides hold fresh negotiations in the American capital. The official, speaking to ANI, said, "The Trump administratio...

April 20, 2026 3:55 PM

PM Modi, President Lee Jae Myung set $50 billion trade target, announce India-South Korea ‘futuristic partnership’

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said India and South Korea are sending a strong message of “peace and stability” amid global tensions, as he held talks with President Lee Jae Myung and announced a roadmap to elevate bilateral ties into a �...

April 19, 2026 4:40 PM

India to grow 6.8%-7.1% in FY27, defies oil shock pressures: SBI Report

India’s economy is well-positioned to withstand the impact of the ongoing oil shock and geopolitical tensions in West Asia, with GDP growth projected at 6.8 to 7.1 per cent in FY27, according to a report by SBI Research. The report noted that Indi...

April 17, 2026 4:10 PM

India’s current account deficit may widen to 2% of GDP amid high oil prices: Crisil

India’s current account deficit (CAD) could widen to 2 per cent of GDP under higher crude oil price scenarios, according to a report by CRISIL. The report said that in its base case scenario—assuming support from easing US tariffs and crude oil ...

April 17, 2026 9:52 AM

Indian Markets Open Lower Amid Mixed Global Cues; Oil Eases, Gold Extends Gains

Indian equity benchmarks opened on a cautious note on Friday, tracking mixed global signals, though indices showed mild recovery in early trade. The BSE Sensex opened at 77,947.66, down 41.02 points or 0.05 per cent at 9:17 am. Meanwhile, the Nifty ...

April 17, 2026 9:40 AM

Asia stocks power towards weekly gain, oil below $100 on peace deal hopes

Asian stocks headed for a second week of strong gains while oil prices were pinned below $100 a barrel with investors dialling back risk ahead of a crucial weekend that could pave the way for a near-term resolution to the Middle East war. A 10-day c...

April 16, 2026 4:49 PM

India, Austria sign key agreements during Chancellor Christian Stocker’s visit

India and Austria on Thursday signed multiple agreements and announcements aimed at deepening bilateral cooperation across defence, trade, technology, education and culture. The outcomes followed wide-ranging bilateral talks held between Prime Minis...

April 16, 2026 2:42 PM

India, Austria to deepen ties in defence, technology: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday announced a major push to strengthen India-Austria ties across key sectors, including defence, semiconductors and quantum technology, during a joint press statement with Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker i...

April 16, 2026 8:52 AM

India resilient despite global shocks, says IMF chief

India’s economy is expected to remain resilient even as global growth slows amid war-driven disruptions, with strong fundamentals helping it outperform most economies, the International Monetary Fund’s Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva has s...

April 15, 2026 4:56 PM

India’s exports rise 4.22% to $860.09 billion in FY26; imports grow faster, widening trade deficit

India’s exports grew by 4.22 per cent to USD 860.09 billion in the financial year 2025–26, while imports rose at a faster pace of 6.47 per cent to around USD 970 billion, resulting in a widening of the overall trade deficit, according to data sha...