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Tuesday, January 13, 2026
TopicEuropean Union

Topic: European Union

As von der Leyen talks of diversifying supply lines, EU envoy says ties with India to be priority

In her speech, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen focused on three pillars: innovation, decarbonisation and competitiveness, and economic resilience. 

‘My interests are to see a stable region, a more cooperative & prosperous one,’ says EAM Jaishankar

In an interview to an Italian newspaper in Rome, Jaishankar expressed optimism about India-Italy ties, China and EU and other developments in the world.

Is having an India connection an advantage or a liability? Global leaders are divided

International media also examines Indian economy. In an interview, RBI chief Shaktikanta Das defends country's resilience, saying it can handle any spillover shocks as Trump takes office.

Trump, German coalition collapse to loom large as European leaders meet in Budapest

By Philip Blenkinsop and Krisztina Than BUDAPEST (Reuters) - Donald Trump's return to power and the collapse of Germany's ruling coalition will be major talking points at a meeting of nearly 50

US, EU call for investigation into reports of election violations in Georgia

Polls in Georgia have led to a disputed result with the Opposition calling for protests against the electoral commission's decision in favour of the ruling party that has deepened ties with Russia.

Trade on one hand, derisking on other. Germany’s Scholz says ‘need to be open, not naive’ on China

In India for next round of intergovernmental consultations, Scholz talks about his country’s India push, including devising strategy to attract skilled Indian employees to Germany.

EU needs to rethink FTAs, look for ‘shortcut’ for deal with India, says German vice chancellor

German Vice Chancellor Robert Habeck is in India as part of delegation for next round of intergovernmental consultations. He made remarks Thursday at press conference in New Delhi.

Progress on India-EU FTA ‘marginal’, Piyush Goyal points to ‘irrational standards’ set by bloc

Even after nine rounds of negotiations since 2022, the two sides are grappling with ‘fundamental differences’. For India, EU labour laws & environmental norms have become barriers. 

US, EU & allies call for immediate 21-day ceasefire along Israel-Lebanon border

A joint statement was signed after discussions at the UN Wednesday by several nations calling for diplomatic negotiation & resolution of the conflict, while also advocating for a ceasefire in Gaza.

Draghi report wants EU to have an edge in competitive world. It’s just too hard to implement

The next five years, with a second term for EU Commission President Ursula Von der Leyen, will shape the future course of the European project, and offer an expanded role and returns for New Delhi.

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India has 7.4% growth, but faltering tax revenue could have implications in coming fiscal year

In the first eight months of the current fiscal year, New Delhi’s net tax intake didn’t even hit the halfway mark of what it expects to collect by March 31.

Grounded no more: Andhra govt revives no-frills Dagadarthi airport near Nellore to boost south coast link

As Visakhapatnam readies a mega airport, the Andhra Pradesh government has revived its shelved Dagadarthi project, aiming to boost cargo and connectivity on the south coast.

India’s Strike Corps to be split into Integrated Battle Groups—govt approves 1st in China-focused 17 MSC

IBGs are envisioned as agile, brigade-sized formations having integrated elements of all arms depending on the operational terrain it is set up for.

Thank you Donald Trump, again. India now has reason to shed fear of trade deals and risky reform

UK, EFTA already in the bag and EU on the way, many members of RCEP except China signed up, and even restrictions on China being lifted, India has changed its mind on trade.