The White House has indicated that the United States may adjust President Donald Trump’s recently announced 50 percent tariff on Indian goods if foreign governments respond with retaliatory measures. The statement underscores a willingness by the administration to take a flexible approach to trade policy, balancing the desire to maintain pressure with the need to protect US economic interests. Officials noted that any potential revision would aim to preserve the intended economic impact of

The Defence Ministry on Thursday firmly rejected media reports suggesting that India had paused discussions on defence purchases with the United States, calling such claims false and fabricated. Officials clarified that all procurement processes are moving forward according to established procedures, with no interruptions in ongoing arms acquisition talks. The denial came after a report earlier in the day claimed tha

In a strong and emotionally charged message, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today declared his unwavering support for India's farmers and fishermen in response to US President Donald Trump's announcement of an additional 25% tariff on Indian exports. Speaking at the MS Swaminathan Centenary International Conference in New Delhi, PM Modi made it clear that India would not compromise its agricultural interests under international pressure.

If you're an iPhone user and just heard about Donald Trump's recent announcement imposing a 50% tariff on imports from India, your first thought might naturally be whether your next iPhone will get more expensive. While the concern is valid considering how many iPhones are now assembled in India, there’s some relief for consumers in the short term. The good news is that this sudden jump in import taxes doesn’t currently impact Apple’s popular products, including the

A diplomatic and economic row is deepening between India and the United States after US President Donald Trump imposed a steep increase in tariffs on Indian exports. Just one day after the announcement, the Indian rupee showed early signs of resilience, rising 3 paise to open at 87.69 against the US dollar in the currency market. The modest strengthening of the rupee comes even as the broader trade implications of the new US measures are expected to weigh heavily on the Indian economy in the

India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Kwatra, announced a significant expansion of Indian consular services across the United States with the opening of eight new Indian Consular Application Centres. This move, which began implementation on August 1, 2025, is aimed at improving accessibility and service delivery for the Indian diaspora residing in the country. The new centres have been opened in Boston, Columbus, Dallas, Detroit, Addison, Orlando, Raleigh, and San Jose, marking

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has strongly defended President Donald Trump’s recent decision to impose 25 percent tariffs on Indian goods, emphasizing that India’s continued purchase of Russian oil is a significant point of irritation in its relationship with Washington. The move, announced earlier this week, has been described by the administration as a direct penalty aimed at discouraging India from supporting Moscow’s energy sector, which is seen as fueling Russia&rsq

President Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on imports from India, set to take effect beginning August 1. This new policy move, which reflects a strong stance on economic nationalism and geopolitical alignment, is aimed at addressing what the President describes as persistent unfair trade practices by India and its continued strategic relationship with Russia. Though President Trump referred to India as a “friend,” he did not shy away from sharply criticizing the

India is facing increasing pressure to conclude a trade agreement with the United States as the August 1 deadline approaches. If a deal is not reached, tariffs on key exports are expected to rise significantly to 26%, potentially impacting India's trade flows, domestic sectors, and global positioning. The urgency has been compounded by recent international developments and India's own active pursuit of balanced trade partnerships. A recent trade agreement between the Unite

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 the United States have agreed to finalize a new 10-year defence partnership framework aimed at deepening strategic and military cooperation between the two countries. The agreement is expected to be signed later this year when India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh meets with US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth, according to a Pentagon spokesperson. The decision to move forward with the long-term framework was made during a recent phone call between Singh and Heg

As the July 9 deadline approaches, India and the United States are engaged in crucial extended negotiations to finalize an interim trade agreement. The urgency behind these talks stems from the looming reimplementation of 26% reciprocal tariffs, which were initially imposed several years ago and temporarily suspended for 90 days. Should the two nations fail to reach an agreement by the deadline, these tariffs will automatically return, potentially destabilizing the trade relationship between the

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

Following the tragic crash of an Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner that killed over 265 people in Ahmedabad, US transportation authorities have said there is no immediate reason to ground the aircraft type globally. The fatal incident, one of the worst aviation disasters in the last decade, occurred shortly after take-off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. The aircraft plummeted into a nearby building, killing passengers, crew, and people on th

In a testimony before the US House Armed Services Committee, General Michael Kurilla, commander of US Central Command (Centcom), described Pakistan as a “phenomenal partner” in counterterrorism, specifically citing Islamabad’s cooperation in capturing ISIS-Khorasan operatives. His remarks come amid high Indo-Pak tensions following India’s retaliatory strikes during Operation Sindoor after the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, which kille

The long-awaited trade deal between India and the United States is expected to materialize in the near future, according to U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick. Speaking on June 2, 2025, at the eighth edition of the Leadership Summit hosted by the U.S.-India Strategic Partnership Forum in Washington, Mr. Lutnick shared insights on the progress of the negotiations, highlighting that India stands to gain favorable tariffs on multiple manufacturing sectors, providing it a competitive advan

The rollback of the proposed 5% remittance tax to 3.5% by the United States government has brought major relief to Indian migrants who regularly send money home. On a $10,000 transfer, senders now save $150 (₹12,000), which is a significant benefit for families depending on overseas income for essential needs such as healthcare, education, and daily expenses. The move is especially helpful for workers in service and labor-intensive industries. India continues to be the top recipie

The recent India-Pakistan conflict, ignited by the launch of Operation Sindoor, has laid bare a new global military trend the era of “Do It Yourself” wars. While intense fighting and strategic strikes marked India’s response to terror aggression, what stood out even more was the silence or indifference of global power centers. Traditionally known for swift mediation or condemnation during Indo-Pak escalations, nations like the United States chose an ambiguous and largely pas

In the midst of a pivotal phase in U.S.-India trade negotiations, the American presidential administration is pushing for significant changes in India’s e-commerce regulations. Central to Washington’s agenda is a demand that India allow major U.S. e-commerce firms, particularly Amazon and Walmart, more direct access to its growing online retail market. This request has emerged as a critical condition for concluding a broader bilateral trade agreement and potentially averting the i