Commerce and Industry Minister Nirmala Sitharaman

BRICS trade ministers meet concludes in Shanghai

A six-member delegation led by Commerce and Industry Minister Nirmala Sitharaman participated in the August 1-2 meeting.

Aug 02, 2017, 18:39 PM IST

Sushma Swaraj to meet aggrieved fishermen from Tamil Nadu

Concerned over the reported killing of an Indian fisherman and arrest of many by the Sri Lankan Navy, External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj will meet the aggrieved fishermen from Tamil Nadu, Commerce and Industry Nirmala Sitharaman has said.

Mar 17, 2017, 12:15 PM IST

Govt taking a relook at free trade agreements: Nirmala

 Government is reviewing FTAs that India has signed with trading partners after the industry voiced concerns about benefits of these pacts for domestic players.

Sep 07, 2016, 17:07 PM IST

E-commerce norms to provide level playing field, clarity: Nirmala

 Government today said e-commerce guidelines have brought in "greater clarity" about the sector and they will provide a level playing field to both online and offline stores.

Apr 04, 2016, 15:41 PM IST

US to host US-India trade policy forum

US Trade Representative Michael Froman will host the ninth ministerial-level meeting of the US-India Trade Policy Forum (TPF) here on Oct 29 to discuss how to expand trade and investment through forward-looking policy initiatives.

Oct 24, 2015, 15:31 PM IST

Commerce Minister for easing of gold import restrictions

With restrictions on gold imports leading to rise in smuggling, Commerce and Industry Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has pitched for relaxing gold import duty as it is 'badly' hurting the gems and jewellery industry.

Aug 11, 2014, 16:44 PM IST