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Piyush Goyal

India-U.S. trade deal unlikely until competitor countries probed, tariffed
An India-U.S. trade agreement is reportedly stalled until the U.S. initiates Section 301 investigations and applies tariffs against India's regional competitors.

Comedian Pulkit Mani says UP shows cancelled amid row over mimicry
Comedian Pulkit Mani canceled performances in Uttar Pradesh following threats linked to his mimicry of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

India-New Zealand trade agreement effective from October 20
India and New Zealand will implement a free trade agreement starting October 20.

India and New Zealand finalize Free Trade Agreement
India and New Zealand have finalized a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, scheduled to take effect on October 20, 2026.
Party of comedians and jokers: Mimicry of Modi at Rahul's event
The Bharatiya Janata Party criticized Rahul Gandhi after a comedian mimicked Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a student event in Indore.
Russia sanctions bill advances in US House, set for final vote
The US House of Representatives advanced the Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, which authorizes tariffs on nations trading oil and gas with Russia.

BJP Criticizes Congress Over Mimicry of PM Modi at Rahul Event
BJP leaders criticized Congress and Rahul Gandhi after a comedian mimicked Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a Congress event.

BJP and Opposition spar over PM Modi's mimicry at student event
BJP and opposition parties are engaged in a public dispute following Rahul Gandhi's mimicry of Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a student event.

Canada steps up India trade talks, fourth CEPA round underway
Canada and India are conducting a fourth round of trade talks to finalize a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement by the end of the year.
Goyal announces 100 new civic facility centers in Mumbai North
Union minister Piyush Goyal announced the establishment of 100 civic facility centers in his Mumbai North constituency to mark Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday.

MEA Denies Rumors Regarding Illness of World Leaders at BRICS Summit
The Indian Ministry of External Affairs has dismissed rumors circulating on social media regarding the alleged illness of world leaders who attended the BRICS summit.
No rethink: Govt firm on UPI merchant fee amid rollback demands
The Indian government has rejected demands to withdraw a 0.4% merchant discount rate on certain UPI transactions.

World Bank Executive Director defends India's 7.8% GDP growth rate
World Bank Executive Director Neelkanth Mishra defended India's 7.8% GDP growth figure, citing high-frequency data indicators.

Goyal urges auto industry to focus more on global businesses, top quality products
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal advised the automotive industry to prioritize global expansion, product quality, safety, and vehicle scrappage while announcing an upcoming regulatory exemption for high-tech semiconductor firms regarding BIS certification.

World Bank official defends India GDP data and affirms strong growth
World Bank Executive Director Neelkanth Mishra dismissed criticisms regarding India's GDP growth calculations as incorrect and stated that economic growth remains strong.

India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement: Piyush Goyal reveals what US should announce to finalize deal
India's Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal stated that a bilateral trade agreement with the US will be finalized once preferential tariff terms are offered.

Devendra Fadnavis proposes new Mumbai Antwerp economic trade corridor
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis proposed a Mumbai–Antwerp economic corridor to boost bilateral trade between India and Belgium.

Belgian Prime Minister promotes closer economic cooperation during India visit
Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever, during a visit to India, criticized arbitrary trade barriers and market distortion tactics while promoting closer economic cooperation between India and Belgium.

Piyush Goyal seeks competitive tariff rates to finalise India-US trade agreement
India's commerce minister Piyush Goyal stated that a bilateral trade agreement with the United States will be finalized once Washington offers competitive preferential tariff rates.

Kiren Rijiju shares video of NVIDIA CEO praising India IT potential
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju shared a video of NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang praising India's IT sector and AI potential amid a political dispute over GDP growth figures.
Piyush Goyal urges automotive industry to increase local manufacturing
Piyush Goyal urged the Indian automotive industry to enhance local manufacturing and capitalize on expanding trade partnerships.

Former Governor and educationist DY Patil passes away at 90
Former Governor and educationist D.Y. Patil has passed away at the age of 90 in Kolhapur, Maharashtra.

Preity Zinta urges government to address Sonam Wangchuk protest concerns
Bollywood actress Preity Zinta publicly urged the Indian government to engage in meaningful dialogue with activist Sonam Wangchuk and CJP protesters demanding action over alleged NEET exam irregularities, while Wangchuk remained on an indefinite hunger strike and police took him to a hospital.
Government increases export duties on petrol diesel and aviation fuel
India's government raised export duties on petrol, diesel, and aviation fuel from August 3 while maintaining domestic duties and cutting commercial LPG prices.

India and Uzbekistan target three billion dollar trade goal within three years
India and Uzbekistan aim to more than double bilateral trade to approximately $3 billion over the next three years while exploring a potential free trade agreement.
BJP leader files police complaint over doctored videos of national leaders
A BJP social media functionary filed a complaint with Maharashtra cyber police alleging AI-generated videos of Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal and Prime Minister Narendra Modi were circulated on social media.

Andhra Pradesh government announces 188 crore assistance for tobacco farmers
Andhra Pradesh Agriculture Minister Kinjarapu Atchannaidu announced ₹188 crore financial assistance for FCV tobacco farmers and urged crop insurance registration while attributing price slumps to global market conditions.

Lok Sabha witnesses uproar over Rahul Gandhi remarks on student exams
A heated exchange erupted in India's Lok Sabha over Opposition Leader Rahul Gandhi's speech regarding upcoming exams and student protests, drawing criticism from BJP ministers Kiren Rijiju, Rajnath Singh, and Piyush Goyal.

Parliament passes bill criminalizing insults to national song Vande Mataram
Parliament passed the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, criminalizing insult to the national song Vande Mataram.

Prime Minister Modi reviews West Asia conflict impact in security meeting
Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a Cabinet Committee on Security meeting to review the West Asia conflict's impact on India's supply chains and citizen safety.