The India–US Trade Deal 2026 marks a dramatic reset in bilateral trade relations. After a year of punitive tariffs and stalled diplomacy, the US has slashed duties on Indian goods from 50% to 18%, while India has pledged major market-opening moves.
This plain-English guide breaks down what was agreed, what’s still unclear, who benefits most, and why this deal could reshape global geopolitics.
Union Budget 2026–27 introduces major customs reforms including tariffisation of 54+ items, 22 exemption lapses, critical mineral duty cuts, pharma exemptions, export timeline extension, and new Baggage Rules. This in-depth CHA guide explains every customs duty change, effective date, and compliance action importers and exporters must take after Budget 2026.
The India-EU Free Trade Agreement announced on January 27, 2026, opens unprecedented opportunities for Indian exporters and businesses. Over 99% of Indian exports will now receive preferential tariff access to European Union markets, covering 450 million consumers across 27 countries.
This comprehensive trade deal provides immediate benefits for labour-intensive sectors including textiles, leather, marine products, gems and jewellery, and handicrafts—totaling $33 billion in exports. Agricultural exporters of tea, coffee, spices, and processed foods will also gain enhanced market access.
Beyond tariff elimination, the FTA streamlines customs procedures, provides a robust mobility framework for Indian professionals, and includes provisions for digital trade, intellectual property protection, and carbon compliance support.
Whether you’re an established exporter, MSME, or exploring international markets for the first time, this guide from Sunshine Cargo Services explains exactly how to leverage the India-EU FTA for business growth.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has flagged customs reforms as the government’s next major priority. Here is what the “Next Big Clean-Up” means for importers and the economy ahead of Budget 2025.
India has extended its anti-dumping duty on flax fabric from China PR and Hong Kong for another five years. This crucial measure protects domestic textile manufacturers from the continuous threat of unfairly priced imports.
In this blog you will find demonstration with pictures on how you can check bill of entry status on ICEGATE after login.
The Indian government has reduced the import duty on silver bullion to 6% but simultaneously restricted the import of plain silver jewellery (HSN 7113) until March 2026. These changes dramatically impact the price and supply chain for consumers and jewellers.
View the new notification from GST Council of India about rate changes in customs under different headings issued on 17th September, 2025. Notification 09/2025
The US has imposed 50% tariffs on key Indian exports starting August 27, 2025. Sectors like textiles, gems, jewellery, leather, furniture, and seafood face steep hikes, while pharma and electronics are exempt. Here’s what it means for India-US trade.
Trump’s new tariffs on India aren’t just about trade—they reveal deeper battles over energy, economics, and global power. As the U.S. pressures allies and pursues peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, India finds itself at the crossroads of opportunity and risk. This blog unpacks the real reasons behind the tariffs and what they mean for the future of global geopolitics.
