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While the EU is seeking greater market access in automobiles and agriculture products, India wants relaxations in the carbon tax on imports of steel, aluminium, cement and fertiliser which kicks in from January

Dutch tech giant ASML's executive recalls company CEO meeting PM Modi for two hours, says "not always easy" to meet EU politicians

The comment came after Heemskerk revealed that ASML's chief executive Christophe Fouquet had a two-hour meeting with PM Modi.

IndiaAI, Aadhaar interoperability, supercomputers and space: Inside EU’s new tech agenda with India

From artificial intelligence to high-performance computing and digital IDs, Brussels and New Delhi are mapping out a technology partnership.

Zelenskiy will meet Trump at UNGA to push on security guarantees

Ukraine’s potential post-war security issues have been widely discussed in recent weeks both in Washington and across European capitals, with the potential for a ceasefire seemingly at an impasse amid continued Russian bombardment of civilian targets across Ukraine.

Ukraine claims overnight drone strikes on two Russian refineries

Russia hasn’t confirmed the latest incidents. Rosneft’s press service didn’t immediately respond to an emailed request for comment outside of regular business hours.

EU unveils push for closer India defense, trade ties

Brussels reiterated its aim to conclude a free-trade agreement with India this year. The two sides are “exploring the creation of an EU-India Security and Defence Partnership,” the statement said.

India’s Russian oil purchase, military drills 'stand in the way of closer ties': EU top diplomat

The European Union’s top diplomat Kaja Kallas said that India’s continued purchases of Russian oil and its participation in Russian military exercises “stand in the way of closer ties” with the bloc.

EU is unlikely to hike tariffs on India, China at Trump's request

The EU is in the midst of finalising a trade deal with India, which the bloc is unlikely to want to jeopardize

India looks for relaxations in EU’s carbon border tax regulations

India is seeking some flexibility in the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) which comes into effect from January 1 next year. Meanwhile, it is also mulling a domestic carbon tax to offset CBAM and retain revenue within the country.

India may offer import duty concessions on high-end cars to the EU

India's offer to the EU will be on similar lines to the one sealed between India and the United Kingdom (UK), subject to further negotiations, said a government official privy to the matter.

EU commissioners to meet commerce, agriculture ministers as next round of FTA talks open

Increased market access and fewer non-tariff barriers are on the agenda as week-long talks begin in New Delhi. The two sides are looking to seal the deal by year-end

Amid Trump tariff turbulence, high-stakes India- EU FTA talks kick off in Delhi - What's on agenda

The two sides have already concluded negotiations on 11 chapters.

PM Modi, top EU leadership reaffirm commitment to seal India-EU FTA soon

Modi reiterated India's consistent support for peaceful resolution of the Ukraine conflict and early restoration of peace and stability

Plane carrying Von der Leyen hit by suspected GPS jamming, EU points finger at Moscow

The aircraft landed safely at a Bulgarian airport, the spokesperson said, while describing the incident as “blatant interference” by Russia.

EU says von der Leyen's plane GPS system was jammed, Russian interference suspected

The plane landed safely in Bulgaria, an EU spokesperson said

India-Oman free trade agreement to be signed soon: Govt official

The Indian government is exploring markets in West Asia and Europe for its labour-intensive products to cushion the impact of the steep tariffs imposed by the US.

India oil refiners squeezed by anti-Russia push from US and EU

A major buyer of Russian oil, India is now finding itself blindsided by a more aggressive approach to the Kremlin from both Washington and Brussels

Higher US tariffs part of price Europe willing to pay for its security, arms for Ukraine

European allies agreed at NATO's summit last month to spend hundreds of billions of dollars more on defence over the next decade. Primarily for their own security, but also to keep America among their ranks.

Donald Trump says European Union and US have 'reached a deal' on trade​

'We have reached a deal. It's a good deal for everybody,' Trump told reporters after talks with von der Leyen at his golf resort in Turnberry, Scotland. The EU chief also hailed it as a 'good deal'

Trump, EU's von der Leyen to meet on Sunday to clinch trade deal

US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick flew to Scotland on Saturday and EU Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic arrived on Sunday morning

Crude prices likely to remain bearish on limited oil supply impact despite fresh EU sanctions: Experts

Energy experts believe crude oil prices would not rise beyond $70- $72 per barrel despite the latest European Union sanctions on Russian oil over expectations of undisrupted supply from the country

Trump Slaps 30% Tariffs On Mexico & EU | Global Trade Shock Ahead Of August 1 Deadline | N18G

U.S. President Donald Trump announced that starting August 1, 2025, a 30% tariff will be imposed on all goods imported from Mexico and the European Union. Trump cited Mexico’s failure to stop the flow of fentanyl and other narcotics as a major concern, accusing the country of not doing enough to combat drug cartels. He also criticized the EU for persistent trade deficits and protectionist policies, calling for more balanced trade. In addition to Mexico and the EU, Trump sent tariff warning letters to over 20 countries, including Japan, South Korea, and Brazil, threatening duties ranging from 20% to 50% unless new trade agreements are reached. Trump emphasized that companies from these regions could avoid tariffs by relocating manufacturing to the U.S., promising expedited approvals. The announcement sparked worries in Mexico about rising costs and economic disruption, while EU officials condemned the tariffs as unfair, pledging to continue negotiations before the August deadline.

Meta won't tweak pay-or-consent model further despite risk of EU fines, say sources

The European Commission last month warned Meta of possible daily fines after being told that the USsocial media giant would only make limited changes to its model to comply with the European Union's Digital Markets Act

European Union holds back on signing climate action pledge with China, Financial Times says

Brussels has refused Beijing's repeated requests for a mutual climate commitment after the summit of the world's second- and third-largest economies, unless China promises to do more to cut greenhouse gas emissions, EU officials said.