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    Rajeev Jayaswal

    Rajeev Jayaswal is a senior journalist, author and communication strategist with over three decades of experience covering India's economy, energy, trade and public policy. He is Senior Editor at Hindustan Times and author of The Lobbyists, recognised for insightful reporting, in-depth analysis and policy-focused journalism.

    Articles by Rajeev Jayaswal

    US Secretary of State Marco Rubio meets Mukesh, Anant Ambani at Jamnagar refinery

    US ambassador to India Sergio Gor accompanied Rubio to Jamnagar
    india news
    Updated on Oct 21, 2026 17:16 IST

    India-UK trade deal: Indian exports rise 8%, imports fall 17% in first 2 months

    The India-UK free trade agreement came into force in mid-July.
    business
    Updated on Oct 21, 2026 02:26 IST

    India, New Zealand FTA takes effect, eliminating tariffs on Indian exports

    Goyal said India and New Zealand aim to double bilateral trade to NZ$7 billion (about <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>35,000 crore) by 2030 through the agreement.
    india news
    Updated on Oct 20, 2026 01:59 IST

    India-New Zealand FTA to be operationalised on Tuesday, targets ₹35,000-cr trade by 2030

    Union minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal (Ritik Sharma)
    business
    Updated on Oct 19, 2026 10:32 IST

    State-run oil marketing companies selling up to 5% blended diesel

    Under the Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) programme, ethanol blending already reached 20% in 2025-26 as the country achieved the E20 target five years ahead of schedule.
    business
    Updated on Oct 18, 2026 02:08 IST

    Deferred US tariff offers India only temporary relief as Russian oil imports fall

    That threat remains because the act’s secondary sanctions have only been deferred, experts said, leaving Trump free to use the law against these countries whenever he chooses.
    india news
    Updated on Oct 18, 2026 24:59 IST

    Indian refiners de-risked in advance, Trump's Russia sanctions waiver a ‘temporary’ relief: Experts

    Cheaper Russian crude was replaced by costlier options, including imports from the US, West Africa, South America, and some traditional West Asian sources,
    india news
    Updated on Oct 17, 2026 10:36 IST

    Cabinet clears Fairfax’s ₹58k-cr IDBI majority stake acquisition

    The logo of IDBI Bank is seen on the facade of its headquarters in Mumbai.
    india news
    Updated on Oct 15, 2026 02:57 IST

    Piyush Goyal cites resilient defense, tech ties, says India-US relations remain strong

    Goyal highlighted defence exercises, technology, critical minerals and resilient supply chains as key areas of cooperation between New Delhi and Washington.
    india news
    Updated on Oct 15, 2026 24:47 IST

    UPI merchant discount rate implementation pushed till after Diwali

    The UPI rate deferment is temporary and a fresh implementation date will be announced after Diwali.
    business
    Updated on Oct 14, 2026 02:19 IST

    India a trusted partner in weaponised world: PM Modi at Bloomberg Forum

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the Bloomberg New Economy Forum, in New Delhi on Tuesday.
    india news
    Updated on Oct 14, 2026 01:22 IST

    India, UK aim to double bilateral trade to $120 billion by 2030

    New Delhi, Oct 12 (ANI): Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal and UK Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, Jonathan Reynolds, co-chair the 16th meeting of the India-UK Joint Economic and Trade Committee (JETCO), in New Delhi on Monday. (@PiyushGoyal X/ANI Photo) (@PiyushGoyal X)
    india news
    Updated on Oct 12, 2026 16:22 IST

    GST officers lose arrest powers, Council hikes prosecution threshold to ₹5 crore

    Union Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman chairs 57th meeting of the GST Council, in New Delhi on Thursday.
    india news
    Updated on Oct 8, 2026 15:48 IST

    Centre approves ₹10K-crore SME growth fund

    India News
    india news
    Updated on Oct 7, 2026 02:25 IST

    Expert panel recommends bringing petrol, diesel and ATF under GST regime

    Fuel taxes currently vary sharply across states, with petrol and diesel attracting VAT rates of 1% in Andaman and 35.20% and 27% respectively in Telangana.
    business
    Updated on Oct 6, 2026 02:56 IST

    India-US trade talks ‘still ongoing’ but have 'reached a plateau': FM Sitharaman

    Speaking at the Munich Leaders Meeting, Sitharaman said, "The agreement negotiations are still ongoing."
    india news
    Updated on Oct 6, 2026 01:20 IST

    GST 2.0 may replace arrests with fines for tax defaulters

    The meeting is expected to provide relief to automobiles and mobility sector as well.
    business
    Updated on Oct 5, 2026 02:34 IST

    Uncertainty now a standing condition of global economy: Nirmala Sitharaman

    India’s foreign exchange reserves stood at about $766 billion, Sitharaman said.
    india news
    Updated on Oct 4, 2026 01:06 IST

    Global debt, AI risks among 5 financial stability threats, says RBI Governor Malhotra

    Sanjay Malhotra said simultaneous shocks from global debt, leverage, private credit and AI-related risks could put pressure on financial stability.
    india news
    Updated on Oct 4, 2026 24:26 IST

    Goyal meets US Trade Representative Greer, holds ‘productive talks’ on pact

    Piyush Goyal met US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer at sidelines of the G20 trade ministers’ meeting in Milwaukee.
    india news
    Updated on Oct 2, 2026 05:35 IST

    GST revenue crosses ₹2 lakh crore in September

    Experts attributed the stronger growth in net revenue partly to comparatively lower refunds.
    india news
    Updated on Oct 2, 2026 04:50 IST

    Piyush Goyal pushes for bid to strengthen India-US ties at business roundtable

    Commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal arrived in Milwaukee to attend the G20 Trade Ministers’ meeting.
    india news
    Updated on Oct 1, 2026 03:39 IST

    India's overseas oil and gas output falls over 12% in 5 years

    The decline comes as a parliamentary panel has emphasised the need for India to invest in oil and gas assets abroad.
    business
    Updated on Sep 30, 2026 07:36 IST

    Piyush Goyal heads to US for G20 meet, aims for interim trade agreement

    Goyal is visiting Milwaukee at the invitation of the US Trade Representative (USTR). (ANI)
    india news
    Updated on Sep 29, 2026 03:18 IST

    Finance minister Sitharaman leads delegation to AIIB annual meeting in Qatar

    Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will also hold a bilateral meeting with AIIB president Zou Jiayi.
    india news
    Updated on Sep 28, 2026 03:41 IST

    India, Canada race to seal trade deal; trade minister to visit New Delhi soon

    Goyal visited Canada during May 25-27 with a large Indian business delegation comprising industry leaders from more than 100 companies in a step towards the full revival of India-Canada economic relations, the people said.
    india news
    Updated on Sep 28, 2026 01:39 IST

    India-Canada Free Trade Agreement talks to get ‘political heft’: Piyush Goyal

    Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said the India-US trade agreement was among nine deals he considered to have been reached by the Modi government
    india news
    Updated on Sep 25, 2026 04:10 IST

    FM flags significance of Brics tax push

    India News
    india news
    Updated on Sep 24, 2026 02:34 IST

    Brics tax talks significant as global rules are renegotiated: Nirmala Sitharaman

    Nirmala Sitharaman said BRICS countries have a key perspective on global tax negotiations and should pursue the interests of the global South. (PTI)
    india news
    Updated on Sep 23, 2026 12:09 IST

    PM's principal secretary inaugurates SBI conclave, outlines India's growth path

    Mishra said India now had an opportunity to move from being primarily a large consumer market to becoming a major production and innovation hub.
    india news
    Updated on Sep 23, 2026 12:49 IST
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