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Who is Piyush Goyal

Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal is a prominent figure from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and a key minister in the Narendra Modi-led government at the Centre. Previously a three-term Rajya Sabha member, Goyal is now a Lok Sabha member representing Mumbai North seat.
 
During the previous tenure of the PM Modi-led government, besides holding the independent charge of the coal ministry as a minister of state, Goyal also held the power, new & renewable energy and mines portfolios from July 5, 2016, to September 3, 2017. During the first term of the Modi government,
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India-UAE trade crosses $100 billion under free trade pact: Piyush Goyal

India-UAE CEPA helped bilateral trade cross $100 billion in 2025-26, with gains in goods and services trade, stronger exports, rising imports, and growth in key sectors, Goyal said

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Updated On : 01 May 2026 | 2:46 PM IST

Exports see healthy rise in April despite West Asia challenges: Goyal

Goyal also said that free trade agreements finalised by India would give a huge boost to the domestic industry

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Updated On : 29 Apr 2026 | 11:04 PM IST

Visiting Canada next month to speed up Cepa talks, says Piyush Goyal

India has already concluded nine FTAs that provide preferential access to nearly two-thirds of the global economy and global trade, covering 38 developed and prosperous countries

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Updated On : 29 Apr 2026 | 6:58 AM IST

FTA with New Zealand to benefit Agra's leather exporters: Piyush Goyal

The FTA aims to double bilateral trade and facilitate duty-free access to the island nation's markets for Indian companies, as well as bring in $20 billion of investment over the next 15 years

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Updated On : 26 Apr 2026 | 2:06 PM IST

India, US make 'progress' on interim trade deal, BTA negotiations

India and the US are engaged in discussions aimed at reaching a balanced and mutually beneficial trade agreement, said a spokesperson for the ministry of external affairs on Thursday

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Updated On : 24 Apr 2026 | 9:14 PM IST

Piyush Goyal launches Bharat Taxi in Mumbai, zero commission for drivers

Goyal said the app would provide affordable, authorised fares to the public while ensuring drivers receive fair rights and ownership for their hard work

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Updated On : 24 Apr 2026 | 6:51 AM IST

India, South Korea to conclude FTA renegotiation by mid-2027: Goyal

India and South Korea aim to conclude FTA renegotiation by mid-2027, focusing on fair trade, localisation, and reducing barriers amid concerns over trade imbalance

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Updated On : 23 Apr 2026 | 11:22 PM IST

India to build Korea industrial township, push for balanced trade: Goyal

Goyal said the two sides have agreed to upgrade the India-Korea Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement on a "fast-track, mission mode" basis

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Updated On : 20 Apr 2026 | 10:06 PM IST

India seeks preferential market access in US for domestic goods: Goyal

About a dozen officers from India are in Washington for three-day trade talks with the US authorities

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Updated On : 20 Apr 2026 | 7:03 PM IST

Commerce Minister Goyal holds talks with his Omani counterpart on trade

In the last few days, Goyal has held discussions with the trade ministers of Saudi Arabia, UAE, Bahrain and Kuwait

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Updated On : 13 Apr 2026 | 10:16 PM IST

Patent application filings in India rise 30.2% to 143,000 in 2025-26: Goyal

The government has undertaken several measures to strengthen the patent ecosystem in the country, particularly aimed at startups, MSMEs and educational institutions

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Updated On : 12 Apr 2026 | 4:24 PM IST

Goyal holds talks with Saudi trade minister on strengthening supply chains

All these countries are members of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) with which India is negotiating a free trade agreement

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Updated On : 11 Apr 2026 | 5:51 PM IST

Piyush Goyal talks to Kuwaiti counterpart after US-Iran ceasefire

India and Kuwait traditionally enjoy friendly relations, which are rooted in history and have stood the test of time

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Updated On : 09 Apr 2026 | 11:48 AM IST

Streamline regulations: Jan Vishwas Bill is a step in the right direction

Notably, the Bill is not a standalone reform. It is part of a broader and consistent policy intervention over the past decade and is aimed at improving the business environment

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Updated On : 06 Apr 2026 | 10:09 PM IST

Piyush Goyal releases 'white paper' on TN's finances, flags GST gap

Goyal sought to know how the state treasury could be empty despite receiving over ₹80,000 crore in GST collections from the Centre and accused the DMK government of causing a financial crisis

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Updated On : 04 Apr 2026 | 9:39 PM IST

West Asia crisis: Govt explores ways to boost induction heater production

Govt discusses ramping up induction heater production as LPG supply concerns rise amid West Asia tensions, triggering surge in demand for electric cooking alternatives

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Updated On : 03 Apr 2026 | 10:51 PM IST

Govt may review 50 mn minor offence cases after Jan Vishwas Bill: Goyal

Minister says prosecutors may seek closure of minor cases under new law, as Centre pushes decriminalisation to reduce litigation, ease compliance and improve business climate

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Updated On : 03 Apr 2026 | 7:16 PM IST

Ecommerce tariffs: India open to a longer extension of the moratorium

This will give businesses greater predictability, says Goyal

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Updated On : 03 Apr 2026 | 12:10 AM IST

India, UK FTA may come into force in next 30 to 45 days: Goyal

Goyal held a bilateral meeting with Peter Kyle, UK's Secretary of State for Business and Trade, on the sidelines of the 14th ministerial conference of the WTO last month in Cameroon

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Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 8:15 PM IST

Parliament passes Jan Vishwas Amendment Bill to amend 784 provisions

Parliament on Thursday passed a bill to amend 784 provisions in 79 central laws for decriminalising and rationalising minor offences to further improve the country's business environment.

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Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 7:36 PM IST