India-UK FTA Goes Live July 15: Tariff Cuts Open Door for Cheaper Cars, Whisky, Textile Exports

The India-UK Free Trade Agreement takes effect July 15, eliminating tariffs on 99% of Indian exports and unlocking a £4.8 billion bilateral trade boost. Indian consumers get cheaper UK cars and Scotch whisky, while textiles, gems & jewellery, pharma and auto components gain expanded market access in Britain.

— Filed Thu, 18 Jun, 2026, 13:19 IST · Source Business Today · Latest · Updated

India-UK Free Trade Agreement takes effect July 15, eliminating tariffs on 99% of Indian exports. Indian consumers gain cheaper UK cars and whisky, while textiles, gems & jewellery, pharma, autos and auto components sectors benefit from expanded bilateral trade access.