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Piyush Goyal
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- Born 13 June 1964
- Age 60
- Birth Place Mumbai, Maharashtra India
- Profession Chartered Accountant, Politician
- Political Party Bharatiya Janata Party
- In Office Union Minister Of Consumer Affairs, Food And Public Distribution 8 October 2020 - 10 June 2024, Union Minister Of Textiles 7 July 2021 - 10 June 2024, 28th Leader Of The House In Rajya Sabha 14 July 2021 - 4 June 2024, Indian Emissary To The G20 & G7 7 September 2021 - 7 July 2022, Deputy Leader Of The House In Rajya Sabha 12 June 2019 - 13 July 2021, Union Minister Of Railways 3 September 2017 - 7 July 2021, Union Minister Of Coal 26 May 2014 - 31 May 2019, Union Minister Of Finance & Corporate Affairs 14 May 2018 - 23 August 2018, Union Minister Of Mines (Independent Charge) 5 July 2016 - 3 September 2017, Union Minister Of New And Renewable Energy (Independent Charge) 26 May 2014 - 3 September 2017, Member Of Parliament, Rajya Sabha 5 July 2010 - 4 June 2024
- Residence 8, Teen Murti Marg, New Delhi, Delhi, India
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Piyush Goyal BIOGRAPHY
Last Updated : 02 Feb 2025
Piyush Goyal: A Profile in Power Born June 13, 1964, Piyush Goyal’s political career is marked by a steady ascent within the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Currently serving as Minister of Commerce and Industry since 2019, his portfolio has also encompassed Textiles, Consumer Affairs, Food and ...
Piyush Goyal PERSONAL LIFE
| Father | Ved Prakash Goyal |
| Mother | Chandrakanta Goyal |
| Spouse | Seema Goyal |
| Education | HR College (B.Com), Government Law College (L.L.B), Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (C.A) |
POSITIONS HELD BY Piyush Goyal
| Position | Tenure |
|---|---|
| Member of Rajya Sabha | 5 July 2010 - Present |
| Minister of Finance | 23 January 2019 - 15 February 2019 |
| Minister of Textiles | 7 July 2021 - Present |
| Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution | 8 October 2020 - Present |
| Minister of Commerce and Industry | 30 May 2019 - Present |
PIYUSH GOYAL NEWS
Piyush Goyal praises Adityanath: ‘UP transformed in his rule’
September 30, 2025 2:00 am
Govt says four-day Greater Noida Trade Show generated a 'record' trade volume of Rs 11,200 cr; 2,400 MoUs signed, over 24,400 business meetings held
India-US deal could involve a grand bargain on oil: New Jersey Governor
September 27, 2025 7:29 am
The 25% penalty tariff was slapped on India last month for importing Russian oil.
‘Constructive’ meetings: Goyal-led delegation, US officials exchange ‘possible contours’ of trade deal
September 29, 2025 8:05 am
Goyal’s trip to the US was the first high-level visit by an Indian delegation since Washington put an additional 25 per cent tariff on exports from India due to its imports of Russian oil
Thaw in trade talks: Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal to visit US on Monday
September 20, 2025 9:11 pm
The visit follows a meeting in New Delhi earlier this week, where a US delegation led by Assistant US Trade Representative (USTR) for South and Central Asia, Brendan Lynch, held discussions with Indian officials.
Trade deal talks back on track, Goyal-led team in US next week
September 20, 2025 2:14 am
This comes as Indian exporters have begun facing the pinch of the steep US tariffs with cancelled orders from the US, especially in labour-intensive sectors such as textiles, footwear, and fisheries.
Modi is the most popular and visionary leader with global reckoning: Piyush Goyal
September 18, 2025 12:03 am
Goyal was addressing the media at BJP headquarters in Mumbai on Wednesday. “The country is fortunate and blessed to have a leader who relentlessly dedicates his life in serving people.
First tranche of India-US trade deal should be finalised by November: Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal
September 11, 2025 1:35 pm
Earlier on Wednesday, hinting at a possible easing of trade tensions, US President Donald Trump had said India and America are “continuing negotiations to address the trade barriers".
Duty-free access to US cotton, agri items’ quota likely on talks table
August 08, 2025 7:34 am
While some sectors have proposed incentives to accommodate US products, industry sources said the recent escalation in tension between New Delhi and Washington — due to additional tariffs over the Russian oil trade — is turning popular sentiment against a trade deal.
‘Will take all necessary steps to protect and forward national interests’: Piyush Goyal on Trump’s 25% tariff
August 01, 2025 2:33 am
Trump announced a 25 per cent tariff on Indian imports, along with a penalty for procuring military equipment and energy from Russia.
Union Minister Piyush Goyal launches Advanced Cyber Skill Centre in Mumbai
July 19, 2025 8:11 pm
The inaugural cohort at the centre consists of 28 young women engineering graduates participating in a four-month intensive training under the ‘Cyber Vaahini’ program
PIYUSH GOYAL PHOTOS
A day in Parliament: MPs debate, protest and walk out
August 01, 2022 11:12 pm
A day in Parliament: MPs discuss, debate, protest and walk out
FM Piyush Goyal presents Union Budget 2019
February 01, 2019 12:59 pm
Interim FM Piyush Goyal said India is on a solid track towards growth and prosperity. The country’s farmers’ income will double by 2022, he added.
Train 18: The fastest train on route will reach Varanasi from Delhi in 8 hours
January 04, 2019 8:14 am
"The train is 45-per cent faster than the fastest train on this route. It will be flagged off by the prime minister ahead of the Kumbh Mela," PTI quoted sources as saying.
Today in pics: Idea Exchange with Piyush Goyal
September 04, 2014 12:20 pm
PM Narendra Modi met Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg in New Delhi on Thursday.
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PIYUSH GOYAL VIDEOS
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Nepal PM discusses energy crisis with Piyush Goyal
February 22, 2016 10:23 am
New Delhi, Feb 22 (ANI): Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli on Monday met the Minister of State with Independent Charge for Power, Coal, New and Renewable Energy Piyush Goyal at the Presidential Palace in Delhi to discuss the ongoing energy crisis in Nepal. Nepal has been importing 280 MW from India to meet its energy demand. Nepal declared energy emergency last week targeting an end to the ongoing power crisis within the next two years. Import from India will play a crucial part in meeting Nepal's power demand during the emergency period.
Australia assures to provide access to affordable energy: Minister
February 11, 2016 5:33 am
Canberra, Feb 11 (ANI): Minister for Power, Coal and New and Renewable Energy, Piyush Goyal, said Australia assured of providing full support to their mission of providing access to affordable energy to every citizen. Goyal was speaking at a news conference after holding an Energy Security Dialogue with Australian Minister for Resources, Energy and Northern Australia, Josh Frydenberg, in Canberra. Goyal is leading a delegation for the third India-Australia Energy Security Dialogue, which is being held from February 8-11. He also presented the idea of Australia providing gas to India on affordable rates. During the news conference, Frydenberg mentioned that though the Australian Government could not determine the prices of gas, a regulatory framework could be made that can facilitate lower prices.
India exploring Australian gas supplies for clean, affordable power: Piyush Goyal
February 08, 2016 4:49 pm
Brisbane, Feb 08 (ANI): Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Power, Coal, New and Renewable Energy Piyush Goyal on Monday said that the Government of India is willing to consider long term fixed price contracts with Australia for the supply of gas which will enable power producer to enter into a power supply contract at an affordable price. Goyal is leading a delegation for the 3rd India-Australia Energy Security dialogue in Australia.While addressing a roundtable in Brisbane earlier today on the business opportunities for LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) and Coal Bed Methane, Goyal stated that additionally, opportunities to control the entire value chain right from gas production, liquefaction, shipping, re-gasification and power generation can be evaluated at the current historic low prices of many of these activities. He also stressed that since coal based power is available in India at less than 5 cents per unit, the LNG providers should consider supplying gas to India at a price that is comparable.
We aim to provide 24x7 electricity access: Piyush Goyal
January 14, 2016 10:03 am
Tokyo, Jan 14 (ANI): Minister of State (MoS) for Renewable Energy Piyush Goyal, who is presently in Tokyo to attend the eighth India-Japan Energy Dialogue, said on Thursday that the primary objective of the government is to make Japanese power firms invest in ‘Make in India’ to further provide 24x7 electricity access to the people of the country. Goyal said that he discussed and understood the challenges the Indian grids will face, particularly with the infusion of large amount of renewable energy. Goyal further assured that this engagement with the Japanese power companies will be taken to the next level in India.
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