Monday, April 27, 2026

India–New Zealand sign 'once-in-a-generation' FTA

India and New Zealand signed a “once-in-a-generation” free trade agreement on Monday that gives New Delhi duty-free access to 100% of tariff lines, aimed at boosting exports from sectors such as textiles, leather, pharmaceuticals and processed foods.

India inks 'once-in-a-generation' free trade agreement with New Zealand after a decade of talks

India-New Zealand FTA: India and New Zealand have inked a landmark free trade agreement, a "once-in-a-generation" pact opening new avenues for trade and investment. This deal, concluding years of negotiations, grants India duty-free access for numerous exports and boosts services, while New Zealand gains immediate access to over half its exports to India.

Telangana CM demands a Commission or Cabinet sub-committee for national consensus on delimitation and simultaneous polls

CEA Anantha Nageswaran flags energy risk to growth story

India faces energy market volatility impacting farmers and workers. Chief Economic Adviser V Anantha Nageswaran highlights dependence on imported fossil fuels. A NITI Aayog roadmap proposes Digital Public Infrastructure 2.0 and 3.0. This strategy aims for broad-based societal capability and inclusive growth. It focuses on transforming MSMEs, agriculture, education, and health.

Rahul Gandhi plans Great Nicobar visit, clearance awaited

The Union government is planning a ₹92,000-crore mega infrastructure project in Great Nicobar Island amid tribal communities’ concerns that they will be displaced and lose their rights over the forests there