India’s trade deficit widens to 3-month high of $34.68 bn

Cumulatively during April-January 2025-26 fiscal, India’s exports rose by 2.22 per cent to $366.63 billion. Photograph: Tatiana Meel/Reuters Key Points Cumulatively during April-January 2025-26 fiscal, the country’s exports rose by 2.22 per cent Imports grew 7.21 per cent to $649.86

Explained: How FTA with EU will help boost India’s exports

India and the European Union (EU) on Tuesday announced the conclusion and finalisation of negotiations for the proposed free trade agreement (FTA). This will be the 19th trade deal for India. The FTA will help boost the country’s exports to