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India and the US have agreed to an interim trade framework granting zero-duty access for diamonds and colored gemstones. This move is seen as a critical inflection point for the Indian gems and jewellery sector, aiming to reverse a significant decline in exports to the US market and restore competitiveness.

An interim India-US trade arrangement offers clarity to India’s pharma sector, keeping medicines out of reciprocal tariffs. Washington has signaled negotiated outcomes for generics under the Section 232 investigation, which examines imports for national security threats. This agreement is seen as reassuring for strengthening the partnership and ensuring medicine security.

A landmark Indo-US trade deal is poised to significantly boost India’s aerospace exports, potentially doubling sourcing for giants like Boeing. Zero-duty access for components will place India on par with established aerospace supply chains, with Indian carriers expected to place substantial aircraft orders.

India and the US have finalized the first phase of a trade deal, leading to reduced reciprocal tariffs on Indian exports to 18%. This move benefits labor-intensive sectors like textiles and leather, while India has carefully opened up to American imports, protecting sensitive agricultural and dairy products. Several Indian food items will also gain zero-duty

The government has received financial bids for the strategic disinvestment of IDBI Bank, marking significant progress in the stake sale. This move, involving a combined 60.7% stake sale by the government and LIC, is expected to fetch around Rs 33,000 crore.

India and the United States have agreed to a framework for an interim trade deal, signaling a de-escalation of recent trade tensions. This agreement reaffirms their commitment to broader Bilateral Trade Agreement negotiations. The US also lifted punitive tariffs imposed on Indian goods over its Russian oil imports.

The National Stock Exchange (NSE) board has approved its long-awaited public offering, which will be an offer-for-sale. LIC currently holds the largest stake at 10%, followed by the SBI group with 7.6%. A five-member panel has been formed to facilitate the IPO process.

India and the US have announced a framework for an interim trade agreement, significantly reducing tariffs on Indian goods to 18%. This pact aims to boost bilateral trade, with India committing to substantial purchases of US energy and defense products, while also addressing non-tariff barriers and promoting digital trade.

Reliance has resumed importing Venezuelan crude after a hiatus, acquiring a 2 million barrel cargo. This marks India’s first purchase since US intervention in Venezuela’s oil sector and follows a US-India trade deal. Previously, Reliance was a significant buyer of Venezuelan oil before US sanctions.