Tariffs
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Trump warns of 50% tariffs on nations supplying weapons to Iran hours after ceasefire announcement
World | Apr 08, 2026, 11:56 PM ISTUS President Donald Trump issued a strong warning to countries supplying weapons to Iran, announcing a 50 per cent tariff immediately after declaring a two-week ceasefire. This came hours after the announcement of a ceasefire in the West Asia conflict.
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Trump administration begins new process to replace tariffs struck down by Supreme Court
World | Mar 12, 2026, 06:48 AM ISTThe Trump administration made it clear that they're seeking to replace the hundreds of billions of dollars in lost revenues after the Supreme Court's February ruling by using different laws to establish new tariffs.
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India's first reaction after US Supreme Court strikes down Trump's tariffs: 'Studying developments'
Business | Feb 21, 2026, 11:48 PM ISTThe Commerce Ministry said US President Trump has addressed a press conference in that regard and some steps have been announced by the US Administration.
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'I’ll impose 200% tariff': Trump reiterates India-Pakistan truce claim, raises jet toll to 11
World | Feb 20, 2026, 07:59 AM ISTIndia, however, continues to reject this theory and clarified at several occasions that a peace deal was reached on Pakistan’s request and no third party was involved in the process.
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Why Lula's visit matters for New Delhi-Brasilia strategic ties amid Trump-era tariffs
India | Feb 18, 2026, 07:14 AM ISTPresident Lula will be in India on a State visit from February 18 to 22. He will be joined by several Cabinet ministers and a high-level group of business leaders and CEOs. During the visit, he will hold bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 21, according to the MEA.
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Big diplomatic win for India as US revises fact sheet on trade deal with India; check what changed
India | Feb 11, 2026, 12:17 PM ISTUS President Donald Trump recently unveiled a new trade arrangement with India following a phone conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Under the revised terms, Washington has lowered tariffs on Indian exports from 25 percent to 18 percent.
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US now most favoured nation for exports, interests of farmers protected: Piyush Goyal on trade deal
India | Feb 07, 2026, 11:54 PM ISTGoyal said the main aim of both the nations under this agreement is to achieve annual bilateral trade of $500 billion. He said every sector was happy with the deal and the government was getting positive responses from everywhere.
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US lifts additional 25% tariff on Indian goods following historic trade deal
World | Feb 07, 2026, 09:43 AM ISTIn August last year, the US imposed 25 per cent reciprocal tariffs on goods from India. Besides, India attracted an additional 25 per cent levy over its purchase of Russian crude oil.
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US tariffs cut to 18% as India and US finalise trade deal framework; PM Modi hails agreement
India | Feb 07, 2026, 08:22 AM ISTCommerce Minister Piyush Goyal said the move will open a $30 trillion market for Indian exporters. He said India is committed to protect its farmers, thus sensitive agricultural and dairy products have been completely protected.
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'We are convinced…': Russia stands firm with India on energy ties as US seeks curbs in trade deal
World | Feb 04, 2026, 08:29 PM ISTTrump on Monday declared a trade deal with India and reduced tariffs on New Delhi to 18 per cent after holding a telephonic conversation with PM Modi. He also said PM Modi has agreed to stop buying oil from Russia.
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India 'stopped' buying Russian oil after Trump's 25% tariff, claims US Treasury Secretary
World | Jan 21, 2026, 09:51 PM ISTNotably, the US President announced a cumulative 50 per cent tariff on Indian goods, 25 per cent of which was specifically linked to India’s procurement of Russian energy supplies.
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Trump announces 25% tariffs on countries doing business with Iran, move may impact India
World | Jan 13, 2026, 10:41 AM ISTIndia has been among Iran's five largest trade partners in recent years. Major Indian exports to Iran include rice, tea, sugar, pharmaceuticals, manmade staple fibres, electrical machinery, and artificial jewellery, among others.
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500% tariff on India soon? Why the US is soft on China but tough on New Delhi | Explained
Explainers | Jan 08, 2026, 02:40 PM ISTThe United States has slapped a combined 50 per cent tariff on Indian goods, imposing a 25 per cent reciprocal duty along with an additional 25 per cent levy linked to India's purchases of Russian oil.
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US to impose 500% tariff on India and China for Russian oil purchase? Bill gets Trump's nod
World | Jan 08, 2026, 12:09 PM ISTThe bill, chiefly written by Graham and Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., allows the administration to impose tariffs and secondary sanctions on countries that purchase Russia's oil, gas, uranium and other exports.
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Mexico's Congress approves higher tariffs on goods from India, China and non-FTA nations
World | Dec 12, 2025, 07:28 AM ISTThe bilateral trade in 2023 consisted of Indian imports of USD 2.54 billion and exports of USD 8.03 billion to Mexico.
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Trump scraps tariffs on beef, coffee, and tropical fruits amid rising consumer price pressure
World | Nov 15, 2025, 07:29 AM ISTThe executive order marks a major shift from Trump's long-standing tariff-heavy trade strategy, which critics say contributed to climbing grocery costs. Record-high beef prices—partly driven by tariffs on Brazil—were a key factor behind the rollback.
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Trump revises 'destroyed' fighter jet tally during India-Pak conflict: 'Eight were shot down'
World | Nov 06, 2025, 06:34 PM ISTTrump also reiterated his claim that he brokered a truce between India and Pakistan by threatening to snap trade deals with them.
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G2 bonhomie? Trump says his meeting with Xi will lead to 'everlasting peace' between US, China
World | Nov 02, 2025, 07:31 AM ISTEarlier this week, Trump and Xi met in South Korea's Busan amid the ongoing trade tensions between the US and China. Following his 'amazing' meeting with Xi, Trump announced that the US would reduce the tariffs on Chinese products from 57 per cent to 47 per cent.
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Trump hints at a thaw in ties after meeting Canadian PM amid 'fake' ad row: 'Had nice conversation'
World | Oct 30, 2025, 02:42 PM ISTThe row erupted after the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation claimed Canada was running an anti-tariff ‘propaganda’ using selective video and audio of former US President Ronald Reagan.
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Trump, Xi hold high-stakes talks in South Korea's Busan amid escalating tariff dispute
World | Oct 30, 2025, 08:48 AM ISTIn recent days, US officials have hinted that Trump will hold off on imposing an additional 100 per cent tax on Chinese imports. Beijing, meanwhile, has shown signs of compromise by considering an easing of rare earth export limits and resuming soybean purchases from the US.