New Delhi, July 24 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on a two-day visit to the United Kingdom, during which India formalised a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA) set to boost annual bilateral trade by nearly USD 34 billion. The deal promises easier market access for both countries, with 99 per cent of Indian exports gaining tariff benefits and British products like whisky, cars, medical devices, and cosmetics becoming affordable in India.

In a joint statement after signing the Free Trade Agreement, PM Modi said the deal was more than just an economic partnership. He said, "It is also a blueprint for shared prosperity."

UK PM Keir Starmer said, "A landmark deal with India means jobs, investment and growth here in the UK. It creates tho...