Edition
IN
English
Weather

TOI

Trending

Piyush Goyal Slams India-South Korea CEPA, Flags Need To Rewrite ‘Irrational’ Trade Deal

| Apr 20, 2026, 11:02:18 PM | TOI.in
  • Share
India and South Korea have agreed to restart negotiations to upgrade the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), first signed in 2010. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said the earlier agreement was “lopsided” and did not adequately benefit India, contributing to a widening trade deficit. He said both sides will work on a new, more modern framework that reflects current global economic realities. Discussions also focused on expanding technology cooperation, boosting investments, and improving business linkages. India has proposed creating a dedicated Korean enclave with industrial and social infrastructure to attract Korean companies and professionals. Goyal also highlighted major investment commitments, including a $7 billion steel project in Odisha, calling it a key step in strengthening bilateral economic relations.

Top Viral Videos

04:00
Madras High Court Flags 'Rs 100 Crore Irregularity' In Vijay's Poll Affidavit

The Madras High Court on Monday admitted a petition seeking an Income Tax probe into the asset declarations of actor-politician Vijay, who is leading TVK’s electoral debut in Tamil Nadu. During the hearing, the court orally flagged an alleged discrepancy exceeding ₹100 crore in his affidavits and termed it a serious irregularity. Notices were issued to Vijay, the Income Tax Department, the Election Commission of India, and concerned returning officers. The petitioner has claimed inconsistencies between affidavits filed in different constituencies, raising concerns over possible suppression of assets. The plea seeks a detailed investigation, noting that any proven false declaration could attract legal consequences, including penalties or disqualification.

3 views | 1 hour ago

Short Videos

Explore Every Corner
Across The Globe
US Iran War NewsTilak Varma CenturyNFL Trade RumorsJosh AllenSensex TodaySanjiv GoenkaCBSE 12th Result 2026WWE HighlightsMamata BanerjeeMI vs GT HighlightsTariffs Refund PortalBengal Liquor BanCBSE Class 12 Result 2026Manipur earthquakeAssam HS Result 2026Assembly Election 2026IPL Purple CapIPL 2026Tiger Woods GirlfriendJEE Main 2026 ResultsStephen CurryIranian Ship CapturedLani DanielsTaylor Swift MarriageMara FlaviaAdam SchefterIPL Orange CapIPL 2026 Points TableIPL 2026 NewsIPL Schedule 2026
Living and Entertainment
CricbuzzLifestyleNewspaper SubscriptionFood NewsTVTimes PrimeTravel DestinationsWhats HotETimesTimes LifeTimes PetsMyLifeXP
Services
CouponDuniaTechGigTimesJobsBollywood NewsTimes MobileGadgetsTimes EventsWork with UsColombiaTOI Global
Latest News
Hazaribag man drowns while fishing in lake"Behen Darr Gayi!": Fans relive ‘Bhagam Bhag’ era after watching Akshay Kumar's 'Bhooth Bangla' trailerMBOSE HSLC result 2026 to release tomorrow: Check details hereIran war risk: JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon warns of oil shocks, sticky inflation and higher interest ratesMake your clutch last longer with these easy driving tips“Three-against-one situation”: El Rubius opens up on being “targeted” in MrBeast’s viral $1M challengeBihar BTSC lab assistant notification released for 1091 posts at btsc.bihar.gov.in; apply hereIPL craze costs techie Rs 1.46 lakh in fake RCB vs CSK ticket scamRaising “robot-proof” kids: Why creativity and curiosity matter more than everInside ‘Satguru Sharan’: Exploring Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan’s Rs 100 crore Bandra homeHow selling Alaska in 1867 was a costly mistake for Russia'Hera Pheri 3 is coming': Paresh Rawal dismisses delay reports and reveals he will 'start shooting soon'US-Iran War: A daring rescue Hollywood blockbuster is on its way. Till then, pick your favourite from these 10 films on bringing someone home against all oddsKolkata team unveils fan mural at Rash Behari Avenue, celebrating city’s first loveHow US spread a lie to rescue a pilot of a jet shot down in IranNetflix unveils ‘VOID’, an AI model that can change a movie plotAI data centers are causing 'stress' not just to tech companies, but also private insurers"Trans women are.....": Clavicular’s viral moment with trans women sparks fresh conversation on internet culture
Copyright © 2026 Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. For reprint rights: Times Syndication Service