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Sunday, January 4, 2026
TopicFree Trade Agreement

Topic: Free Trade Agreement

How a provision in trade deal with UAE has led to a surge in India’s gold imports

New Delhi: Indians are once again flocking to gold — both physical and digital — in a bid to hedge against economic uncertainty, high...

Trade talks with EFTA conclude after 17 years, agreement to be signed ‘in next 10 days’

India and 4 member countries of European Free Trade Association have held 13 rounds of negotiations between 2008 & 2013. Negotiations were placed on hold before resuming in October 2016.

‘Can hamper entry of new drugs’ — groups raise alarm over IP proposals part of India-EFTA talks

India & EFTA (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland) are negotiating Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) that is likely to be finalized within next few weeks.

Rishi Sunak hopes India-UK FTA is brought to successful conclusion soon, says Rajnath Singh

India-UK FTA talks started in 2022 and its 13th round of negotiations ended in Dec, with both sides resolving that they would aim for a comprehensive and ambitious trade pact.

Modi, Oman Sultan discuss 2-state solution for Israel-Palestine, sign document for ‘future partnership’

Sultan and PM of Oman Haitham bin Tarik's India visit is 1st by an Omani ruler in 26 years. He was accompanied by a high-level delegation, including 7 cabinet ministers & 3 vice ministers.

‘Need to leverage size & scope of India’s huge economy, expand talks on FTA,’ says Israel’s Economy minister

Minister of Economy & Industry Nir Barkat was speaking at India-Israel Business Forum in Delhi Tuesday. He also said the I2U2 group between India, Israel, UAE & US 'has a lot to offer'.

UK mission says ‘committed’ to FTA with India after report claims trade talks held up over Khalistan issue

A consultant who is part of India-UK FTA talks says neither side has received any guidelines that trade talks have been halted on account of Khalistan issue.

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The FIFA World Cup is Nike’s to lose versus Adidas

With the tournament spread across the US, Canada and Mexico, Nike has the natural advantage. But Adidas typically outperforms in football, given its rich heritage with the game.

Wall Street carries big expectations this year after best run since 2009

The concern is not that 2025’s rally was irrational, but that it may be difficult to repeat. Outlooks remain anchored to AI investment and growth without reigniting inflation.

Greece looking at TATA’s WhAP infantry combat vehicle for army procurement

If deal goes through, Greece will be 2nd foreign country to procure vehicle. Morocco was first; TATA Group has set up manufacturing unit there with minimum 30 percent indigenous content.

A year-end Mea Culpa in National Interest—The Army-Islam combo doesn’t kill democracy

Many of you might think I got something so wrong in National Interest pieces written this year. I might disagree! But some deserve a Mea Culpa. I’d deal with the most recent this week.