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• India-UK trade deal likely to come into force from the second week of May.
• 99 per cent of Indian exports to enter UK at zero duty under the pact.
• Tariffs on whisky and cars to fall significantly over the coming years.

The India-UK free trade agreement, signed in July last year, is expected to come into force from the second week of May, according to an official familiar with the development. The move could mark a significant shift in how goods move between the two countries, particularly in sectors such as automobiles, textiles and consumer goods.

Formally signed on July 24, 2025, the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement is designed to ease trade barriers and expand market access on both sides. The deal, along with the Double Contributions Convention, is expected to be implemented in parallel, aiming to streamline both trade and workforce mobility between India and the UK.