Switzerland

You'll see more Swiss companies selling their products in India now. For example, we have a shoe maker that wants to conquer the Indian market, Switzerland State Secretary for Economic Affairs Helene Budliger told Moneycontrol.

EFTA trade agreement, India’s first with Europe, comes into effect

India’s trade pact with Switzerland, Iceland, Norway and Liechtenstein will make Swiss chocolates, watches and apparels cheaper in the country. At the same time, Indian exporters hit by Trump tariffs get a new lease of life as a range of products including tea, coffee, textiles, marine products, leather, gems, and engineering goods get better market access in these four countries.

Why Trump’s tariffs are forcing Switzerland to rethink future of Swiss Army knife

A 39% import duty on Switzerland has left Victorinox weighing US production while insisting the tool must remain 'Made in Switzerland.'

India rebukes Switzerland over minority remark at UNHRC: 'We can help address racism, xenophobia'

India slammed Switzerland's remarks on minorities, offering instead to help it tackle racism, systematic discrimination and xenophobia in the Alpine nation.

Shark Tank's Anupam Mittal ditches Rs 10 lakh Switzerland holiday for a Rs 2 lakh Kashmir trip — Calls it 'priceless'

Shark Tank’s Anupam Mittal chose a Rs 2 lakh Kashmir trip over a Rs 10 lakh Switzerland holiday, calling the valley “raw, rustic, ravishing and priceless.”

Swiss may reduce F-35 purchase as US squeezes government

Negotiations between Swiss and US officials, including a phone call of Defense Minister Martin Pfister and his US counterpart Pete Hegseth, failed to sway the US to consider a fixed price, according to the government

Switzerland Tightens Schengen Visa Rules for Indian Travellers: What You Need to Know

Switzerland tightens Schengen visa rules for Indian travellers in 2025. Only official checklist documents accepted at Visa Application Centres.

Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal’s Swiss train diaries are peak couple goals

Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal’s Swiss train diaries scream peak couple goals—from cuddly train rides to romantic station poses, their scenic journey was straight out of a dreamy Euro rom-com.

CBDT tracks Swiss deposits, flags mismatch in foreign income disclosures: Govt

Switzerland has been actively sharing details about accounts of Indians suspected to have indulged in financial wrongdoings after the submission of prima facie evidence. Such exchange of information has taken place in hundreds of cases so far

Duck makes headlines in Switzerland for flying at 52kmph in a 30-km zone

The story gets stranger. It turned out that a similar-looking duck was captured flying in the same spot at exactly the same speed, on exactly the same date seven years earlier.

Escape To Mürren: Switzerland’s Dreamy Car-Free Village In The Clouds

Escape to Mürren, Switzerland’s car-free alpine village—only reachable by cable car. Discover hikes, waterfalls, and Bond-worthy views in this hidden gem.

Atrocities on Pashtuns in Pakistan | Pro-Pashtun Group Stages Massive Protest at UNHRC

TM Switzerland organized a protest before the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva. The demonstration aimed to denounce the brutal crackdown on PTM activists following the illegal ban on the movement. Protesters also condemned the arbitrary detention of key PTM leaders, including Ali Wazir, Samad Khan, and Malak Naseer Afridi.

Switzerland's 'burqa ban': Protecting values or undermining freedom?

The ban on face coverings in public, including the burka and niqab worn by Muslim women, was narrowly approved by Swiss voters in 2021.

Kareena Kapoor captures adorable moments of sons Taimur and Jeh skiing during New Year vacation at Switzerland

The Pataudi family—Kareena Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan, and their sons, Taimur and Jeh—are celebrating the New Year with a winter getaway in Switzerland. Kareena has been sharing heartwarming moments from their trip, especially showcasing her sons enjoying skiing, delighting fans with these intimate family snapshots.

MFN status suspension not to delay implementation of EFTA trade pact with India: Switzerland

The Swiss government has suspended the Most Favoured Nation (MFN) status, which could potentially impact Swiss investments in India and lead to higher taxes on Indian companies operating in the European nation.

Swiss' withdrawal of MFN clause shouldn't have an impact on India's EFTA trade deal: Commerce Secretary

Switzerland has suspended the MFN clause in its DTAA with India, potentially increasing taxes on Indian firms in Switzerland and affecting Swiss investments in India

Switzerland scraps 'most favoured nation' status to India, dividend income to face higher tax

According to a December 11 statement by the Swiss finance department, the move follows the Supreme Court of India last year ruling that the MFN clause doesn't automatically trigger when a country joins the OECD

EAM Jaishankar discusses trade, global and regional issues with Swiss counterpart

"The two leaders held wide-ranging discussions on bilateral ties, with a special focus on leveraging the Free Trade Agreement between India and EFTA States (Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Principality of Liechtenstein) to boost trade and investments," the statement said.

India, Switzerland discuss ways to realise EFTA's $100-billion FDI promise

The key objective of Goyal's visit to Switzerland, which commenced July 14, was to discuss the next steps for the implementation of the Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA), signed between India and EFTA nations.

'Your king watches Wimbledon, our...': Swiss fan's viral placard at Switzerland-England Euro game

The day, however, ended in disappointment for the Swiss fans as England beat Switzerland on penalties on Saturday and advanced to a semi-final showdown with the Netherlands.

Couple ordered 2 burgers, fries and soda at a Swiss hotel. They got a Rs 8,300 bill

The Australian couple recounted how even local eateries had exorbitant prices in Switzerland and cautioned travellers to have enough money saved to afford Switzerland.

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India-EFTA trade deal may take at least a year to get implemented: Official

The delay is likely to be on account of the referendum that Switzerland may conduct, with its people voting on whether to clear the India-EFTA deal. The deal, which was first proposed in 2008, was finally signed on March 10, after 21 rounds of negotiations

India, EFTA ink trade deal with investment promise of $100 billion

This comes as a win for the Indian government that was looking to push through a trade deal before the general elections between April and May 2024.

Switzerland tops leaderboard of best education destinations for mobile HNW

Switzerland has topped the list of the best education destinations for young HNWs, according to Henley & Partners