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US-India trade deal enters final stage ahead of Modi-Trump meeting
US-India Trade Deal Nears Final Stage The United States and India are approaching the final phase of a long-anticipated trade agreement, with officials indicating that negotiations are now in their “last mile” and could conclude within weeks. The development comes just ahead of a high-profile bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the G7 s
US-India trade deal enters final stage ahead of Modi-Trump meeting
US-India Trade Deal Nears Final Stage The United States and India are approaching the final phase of a long-anticipated trade agreement, with officials indicating that negotiations are now in their “last mile” and could conclude within weeks. The development comes just ahead of a high-profile bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the G7 s
G7 Summit Sidelines Become Key Stage for Global Deals
As leaders gather for the 52nd G7 Summit in Évian-les-Bains, France, from June 15 to 17, much of the real diplomatic movement is expected to happen away from the formal summit sessions. The official agenda provides a platform for cooperation on global economic and security challenges, but the highest-impact conversations often take place in smaller bilateral meetings where leaders can speak directly, test compromises and address urgent national priorities without the limits of public stateme
G7 Summit Sidelines Become Key Stage for Global Deals
As leaders gather for the 52nd G7 Summit in Évian-les-Bains, France, from June 15 to 17, much of the real diplomatic movement is expected to happen away from the formal summit sessions. The official agenda provides a platform for cooperation on global economic and security challenges, but the highest-impact conversations often take place in smaller bilateral meetings where leaders can speak directly, test compromises and address urgent national priorities without the limits of public stateme
Modi-Trump G7 Meeting 2026: Trade, Hormuz Talks in Focus
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Donald Trump are expected to meet during the 2026 G7 summit in Évian-les-Bains, France, with trade likely to lead their bilateral agenda and Strait of Hormuz security shaping wider summit discussions. The Modi-Trump G7 meeting 2026 comes as Washington and New Delhi continue negotiations over a possible trade agreement. A senior U.S. administration official said the leaders would review the progress of those talks, although a final agr
Modi-Trump G7 Meeting 2026: Trade, Hormuz Talks in Focus
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Donald Trump are expected to meet during the 2026 G7 summit in Évian-les-Bains, France, with trade likely to lead their bilateral agenda and Strait of Hormuz security shaping wider summit discussions. The Modi-Trump G7 meeting 2026 comes as Washington and New Delhi continue negotiations over a possible trade agreement. A senior U.S. administration official said the leaders would review the progress of those talks, although a final agr
US–India Relations Update: Trump and Modi Discuss Ukraine, Trade, and Global Stability
US President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a phone conversation on Thursday, December 11, as confirmed by US Ambassador Sergio Gor. During the discussion, Prime Minister Modi expressed his support for President Trump’s ongoing efforts to help bring peace to Ukraine. The call comes at a time when both nations are navigating trade tensions following the United States’ decision earlier this year to impose a 50% tariff on select Indian goods. According to
US–India Relations Update: Trump and Modi Discuss Ukraine, Trade, and Global Stability
US President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a phone conversation on Thursday, December 11, as confirmed by US Ambassador Sergio Gor. During the discussion, Prime Minister Modi expressed his support for President Trump’s ongoing efforts to help bring peace to Ukraine. The call comes at a time when both nations are navigating trade tensions following the United States’ decision earlier this year to impose a 50% tariff on select Indian goods. According to
Trump claims India ending Russian oil imports; New Delhi emphasizes consumer priorities
Washington — U.S. President Donald Trump reiterated on Friday that India will no longer buy oil from Russia, asserting that the South Asian nation has already begun reducing its dependence on Moscow’s energy supplies. Speaking at the White House during a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Trump said the move reflects a broader international effort to isolate Russia economically over its invasion of Ukraine. “India will not be buying oil from Russia,” Trump
Trump claims India ending Russian oil imports; New Delhi emphasizes consumer priorities
Washington — U.S. President Donald Trump reiterated on Friday that India will no longer buy oil from Russia, asserting that the South Asian nation has already begun reducing its dependence on Moscow’s energy supplies. Speaking at the White House during a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Trump said the move reflects a broader international effort to isolate Russia economically over its invasion of Ukraine. “India will not be buying oil from Russia,” Trump
Trump Turns Heat On India With $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee And Port Sanction
US President Donald Trump has stunned India with back-to-back decisions that are being described as both hostile and strategic. Just three days after wishing Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his birthday and hailing him as a “tremendous friend,” Trump revoked the sanctions waiver for Iran’s Chabahar Port and slapped an unprecedented $100,000 fee on H-1B visa applicants. Analysts believe these twin moves are a calculated attempt to pressure New
Trump Turns Heat On India With $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee And Port Sanction
US President Donald Trump has stunned India with back-to-back decisions that are being described as both hostile and strategic. Just three days after wishing Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his birthday and hailing him as a “tremendous friend,” Trump revoked the sanctions waiver for Iran’s Chabahar Port and slapped an unprecedented $100,000 fee on H-1B visa applicants. Analysts believe these twin moves are a calculated attempt to pressure New
Trump Doubles Tariffs on Indian Goods to 50% | Impact on Indians and NRIs in the U.S.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has once again shaken global trade by doubling tariffs on Indian goods to 50%, citing India’s continued purchase of Russian oil. This sudden escalation is among the highest tariff rates imposed on any U.S. trade partner and has sent shockwaves across industries in India and the Indian diaspora in the United States. Why the Tariffs Were Imposed The Trump administration justified the steep hike as a response to India&rsq
Trump Doubles Tariffs on Indian Goods to 50% | Impact on Indians and NRIs in the U.S.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has once again shaken global trade by doubling tariffs on Indian goods to 50%, citing India’s continued purchase of Russian oil. This sudden escalation is among the highest tariff rates imposed on any U.S. trade partner and has sent shockwaves across industries in India and the Indian diaspora in the United States. Why the Tariffs Were Imposed The Trump administration justified the steep hike as a response to India&rsq
Nikki Haley urges US to strengthen ties with India amid tariff tensions
As tensions rise between India and the United States over trade and tariff disputes, former US Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley has urged Washington not to jeopardize its long-standing relationship with New Delhi. Her comments followed President Donald Trump’s announcement of a 25 percent reciprocal tariff on Indian imports along with an additional 25 percent penalty tied to India’s continued energy trade with Russia. Haley emphasized tha
Nikki Haley urges US to strengthen ties with India amid tariff tensions
As tensions rise between India and the United States over trade and tariff disputes, former US Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley has urged Washington not to jeopardize its long-standing relationship with New Delhi. Her comments followed President Donald Trump’s announcement of a 25 percent reciprocal tariff on Indian imports along with an additional 25 percent penalty tied to India’s continued energy trade with Russia. Haley emphasized tha
India and US close to finalizing mini trade deal with tariff relief and agri access
India and the United States are close to concluding a mini trade deal that is expected to provide temporary relief from some of the additional tariffs imposed on Indian exports and open limited access for American agricultural and dairy products. According to sources familiar with the negotiations, the deal, though not final yet, is likely to be announced soon, with both governments aiming to conclude talks before the August 1 deadline set by the US administration. This agreement will serve a
India and US close to finalizing mini trade deal with tariff relief and agri access
India and the United States are close to concluding a mini trade deal that is expected to provide temporary relief from some of the additional tariffs imposed on Indian exports and open limited access for American agricultural and dairy products. According to sources familiar with the negotiations, the deal, though not final yet, is likely to be announced soon, with both governments aiming to conclude talks before the August 1 deadline set by the US administration. This agreement will serve a
US Mediation on Kashmir Rejected by India Amid Ceasefire Claims
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reaffirmed India’s firm stance on the Kashmir issue during a phone conversation with US President Donald Trump, categorically rejecting any possibility of third-party mediation. India’s foreign secretary Vikram Misri confirmed that Modi strongly conveyed to Trump that Delhi will not accept any external involvement in the matter of Kashmir, which it considers strictly bilateral. This reiteration came amidst a renewed push by Trump to mediate
US Mediation on Kashmir Rejected by India Amid Ceasefire Claims
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reaffirmed India’s firm stance on the Kashmir issue during a phone conversation with US President Donald Trump, categorically rejecting any possibility of third-party mediation. India’s foreign secretary Vikram Misri confirmed that Modi strongly conveyed to Trump that Delhi will not accept any external involvement in the matter of Kashmir, which it considers strictly bilateral. This reiteration came amidst a renewed push by Trump to mediate
Modi Rejects Trump’s Mediation Claim on Kashmir Ceasefire
In a strong rebuttal to US President Donald Trump, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that India has neither sought nor accepted any third-party mediation regarding the Kashmir dispute with Pakistan. This follows Trump’s recent claim that he helped broker a ceasefire during India’s military operation “Op Sindoor” in response to the deadly Pahalgam terror attack. The matter reportedly took cen
Modi Rejects Trump’s Mediation Claim on Kashmir Ceasefire
In a strong rebuttal to US President Donald Trump, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that India has neither sought nor accepted any third-party mediation regarding the Kashmir dispute with Pakistan. This follows Trump’s recent claim that he helped broker a ceasefire during India’s military operation “Op Sindoor” in response to the deadly Pahalgam terror attack. The matter reportedly took cen









