3 Things India-EU trade deal, stray dog killings, and Ajit Pawar's legacy
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Jan 29, 2026 Shubhangi Khapre, political reporter covering Maharashtra politics, reflects on Ajit Pawar's role and the leadership void his death creates. Nikhila Henry, Telangana reporter, shares ground reporting from Yacharam on mass stray dog killings and community tensions. Ravi Dutta Misra, trade journalist, unpacks the India–EU free trade deal and what India must do to reap its benefits.
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Regulations, Not Just Tariffs, Shape Trade
- EU regulatory standards (REACH, CBAM, deforestation rules) act as global non‑tariff barriers.
- The trade deal is a rare legal chance to get clarity and negotiate those regulatory impacts.
The China Factor Is A Silent Accelerator
- Reducing reliance on China is a strategic motive for both India and the EU behind the FTA.
- The deal aims to foster investment and integrate manufacturing and services over time.
European Automobiles And Wine Win Big
- Europe wins lower automobile tariffs and quotas, gaining market entry into India.
- Tariff cuts for cars and wine were major EU priorities and negotiated concessions.