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Currently, the preferential trade agreement (PTA) with the Mercosur trade bloc covers about 450 tariff lines. Talks are on to expand the PTA further to cover more items across agriculture, industrial goods, pharmaceuticals, and textiles, government officials told Moneycontrol.

Argentina vs Puerto Rico Live Streaming: When and where to watch Lionel Messi in action?

Argentina vs Puerto Rico Live Streaming: Lionel Messi and his side won the previous contest with after Giovani Lo Celso scored in the 31st minute which was also the only goal of the match as well.

Argentina President Milei dealt setback in Buenos Aires provincial elections

Milei’s recently formed libertarian party lagged with nearly 34 per cent of the vote, with the majority of votes counted.

Lionel Messi's emotional farewell: Argentina star to play last home FIFA World Cup qualifier

Argentina, with a spot already secured in next year's World Cup, will host Venezuela next Thursday at the Monumental Stadium.

Argentina opens doors wider for Indians: All you need to know about the relaxed visa rules

The move is aimed at attracting more Indian visitors at a time when outbound travel from India is booming. Travel agencies and airlines are expected to quickly start promoting Argentina as a new option for Indian travellers.

Lionel Messi's Argentina to play FIFA friendly in Kerala in November

The match will take place between November 10 and 18, and it could happen in Kochi.

Explained: How PM Modi’s South America visit deepens India’s strategic ties amid global trade shifts

India is seeking to expand market access and secure critical supplies through deeper trade and investment ties with Argentina, Brazil, Chile, and Peru.

Messi to play in India soon? This is where reigning world champion Argentina will play

In November last year, Kerala Sports Minister V Abdurahiman had announced the news of Argentina visiting the southern state and playing two friendly matches in Kochi

Maradona death trial stirs emotions, anger in soccer-mad Argentina

The trial, expected to last for months, starts on Tuesday, over four years after Maradona's death in November 2020

India, Argentina sign agreement for exploration of lithium, other critical minerals

Both sides discussed expanding cooperation in the mining sector, particularly in lithium exploration and investment opportunities, the Ministry of Mines said in a statement.

Founder says it's okay to pay remote global workers less than Americans. Backlash follows

Franco Pereyra framed his remarks around economic disparities and the opportunities global remote work provides, but his comments have ignited a heated debate on fairness, exploitation, and global pay equity.

Argentina tops FIFA men's team rankings for second straight year

Argentina signed off the year in top spot ahead of France, with Spain, the European champion, completing the podium.

On this day, October 28 - Know what happened today in history

Discover the significant events that occurred on October 28, including Argentina's first female president, the Baku Metro fire, Germany's expulsion of Polish Jews, and Czechoslovakia's declaration of independence.

Liam Payne: A look at the career of former One Direction singer as fans mourn his demise

Former One Direction singer Liam Payne has died outside a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina, local police confirmed on Wednesday (October 16). The 31-year-old British musician was found dead after falling from the balcony of his third-floor hotel room. In a statement, the police said they were called to the hotel in the capital's leafy Palermo neighbourhood, having been informed about an "aggressive man who could be under the effects of drugs and alcohol." Emergency services confirmed the death of the singer, who was reportedly found in the hotel's interior patio. "Our hearts are absolutely broken and we wish much light and strength for his family and loved ones," MTV's Latin American branch posted on social media platform X. Payne achieved global fame as a member of the now-disbanded pop band One Direction, alongside Harry Styles, Zayn Malik, Niall Horan, and Louis Tomlinson. The boy band first gained recognition after finishing third on the British version of the X Factor music competition in 2010, but they split in 2016 as the members pursued various individual projects, including solo careers.

Argentina win record 16th Copa America title, beat Colombia 1-0 after Messi gets hurt

In a match that started 1 hour, 22 minutes late because of crowd trouble at Hard Rock Stadium, Argentina won its third straight major title following the 2021 Copa America and 2022 World Cup and matched Spain, which won the 2008 and 2012 European Championships around the 2010 World Cup.

Argentina designates Hamas a terrorist group in show of support for Israel

Announcing the decision, Milei's office cited the militant Palestinian group's cross-border attack on Israel last Oct. 7 that killed some 1,200 people and took 250 others hostage, in the deadliest assault in Israel's 76-year history.

Dollarisation or not, Argentina’s future will be expensive

As long as the dollar is the competition for domestic transactions, stabilising the peso will not be easy

Dengue outbreak in Argentina on track to break records

Over 120,000 cases have been recorded so far in Argentina in the 2023/24 season, with the bulk of those in the last two months. That puts it far ahead of the previous season, already the worst on record.

Argentina cuts rates to 80% in surprise move as inflation cools

Argentina's central bank cut its benchmark interest rate to 80% from 100% previously, the monetary authority said in a statement on Monday.

Explainer: Why India's lithium deal with Argentina is important to reduce dependence on China

The deal will provide a platform for NALCO, HCL and MECL to understand the technical know-how of exploration and extraction of lithium, a key mineral used in batteries.

NALCO JV signs pact to explore, develop 5 lithium blocks in Argentina

State-owned Khanij Bidesh India Ltd (KABIL) is also preparing to set up a branch office at Catamarca, Argentina.

Lionel Messi's No.10 Argentina jersey set to be retired

The announcement was made by Argentina Football Association President Claudio Tapia, who said the nobody would be allowed to wear Lionel Messi's jersey once he retires from international football.

First protests in Argentina as groups react to Milei austerity plan

Thousands gathered in Buenos Aires on Wednesday to demonstrate against the government's economic shock measures, marking a significant challenge for Argentina's newly-elected libertarian president, Javier Milei. The protest signals the first major test for his administration amid public discontent.

Argentina's Milei signs decree to boost exports, deregulation

Argentina's President Javier Milei, a libertarian, signs economic reform decree removing export limits and easing regulations amid a severe economic crisis.

India in talks with Argentina, Bolivia to acquire lithium assets - secretary

India is also in preliminary discussions with Bolivia to acquire lithium assets, mines secretary V L Kantha Rao said at a press conference.