India-UK FTA comes into effect: Zero-duty access for Indian textiles and apparel in the UK

The India–UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) has officially come into effect, establishing an economic framework between the two countries. Operationalized on July 15, 2026, the bilateral trade deal seeks to reduce trade barriers, improve market access, and enhance professional mobility across major industrial sectors. Alongside the trade deal, a separate social security pact titled the Double Contribution Convention (DCC) has also become functional.