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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 trade office takes down X post showing PoK and Aksai Chin as parts of India
World | Feb 11, 2026, 09:26 AM ISTThe now-deleted post was published on X and was meant to highlight the trade discussions between the two countries. US President Donald Trump recently announced a trade agreement with India soon after holding a phone call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
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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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'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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Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, February 3, 2026
India | Feb 03, 2026, 08:29 PM ISTCommerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the “historic” trade deal between India and the United States. He said every sector of the society will be benefitted from this deal and the economy will get a major boost.
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US-India trade deal will elevate strategic partnership, spur growth in economy: Here’s who said what
India | Feb 03, 2026, 09:55 AM ISTCommerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday said the India-US trade agreement will open up huge opportunities for domestic farmers, MSMEs, entrepreneurs, and skilled workers and promote Make in India initiative.
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White House confirms it will drop additional 25% on Indian imports over Russian oil purchases
World | Feb 03, 2026, 07:51 AM ISTTo a question whether the tariffs on Indian imports would be lifted in exchange for reducing Russian oil purchases, the White House said, "Yes, although the agreement is that India will cease, not just reduce, Russian oil purchases."
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'PM Modi and I are two people that get things done,' says Trump | 5 quotes on India-US trade deal
India | Feb 02, 2026, 11:52 PM ISTUS Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor, hailed the successful trade deal between the two nations, asserting that the US President genuinely considers PM Modi as his great friend.
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US Congresswoman blasts Trump's India strategy as 'cutting our nose to spite our face' | WATCH
World | Dec 11, 2025, 08:51 AM ISTDuring a heated congressional hearing on US foreign policy, Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove held up the photo, arguing that America’s own policies, not India’s choices, are pushing New Delhi closer to Moscow.
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'US needs stronger ties with India': Ex-CIA officer calls American foreign policy a 'big puzzle'
World | Nov 23, 2025, 11:38 PM ISTIndia's ties with the US have taken a hit after President Donald Trump imposed a 25 per cent tariff on New Delhi, citing the trade imbalance between the two countries. He further imposed an additional 25 per cent tariff, criticising India's decision to buy Russian oil.
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Trump's another affirmation amid trade talks with New Delhi: 'I'm very close to India, PM Modi'
World | Sep 18, 2025, 09:33 PM IST"I am very close to India, I am very close to the PM of India. I spoke to him the other day. I wished him a happy Birthday," Trump said.
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India-US in 'active dialogue' to establish a free trade agreement: Piyush Goyal
India | Sep 10, 2025, 06:44 PM ISTThe India-US trade deal talsk hit a roadblock after Trump's additional 25 per cent tariffs on Indian imports, causing a downgrade in the ties between New Delhi and Washington.
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'We get along with India very well,' says Trump, but calls India-US trade ties 'one-sided'
World | Sep 03, 2025, 06:38 AM ISTIndia has been subjected to steep tariffs by the Trump administration, including a 25% reciprocal duty on Indian goods and an additional 25% levy on oil purchases from Russia, bringing the total tariff burden to 50%.
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US economist quips Trump's tariffs on India with a 'mouse hitting an elephant' jibe | VIDEO
World | Aug 29, 2025, 01:41 PM ISTIn an interview with Russia Today, Wolff said that if the US shuts its doors to Indian exports, New Delhi will find alternative markets, a shift that will ultimately strengthen the BRICS bloc.
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'Trump singling out India, sabotaging New Delhi-Washington ties': Democrats call out tariffs
World | Aug 28, 2025, 09:09 AM ISTInstead of imposing sanctions on China or others purchasing larger amounts of Russian oil, Trump is singling out India with tariffs, hurting Americans and sabotaging the US-India relationship in the process, a Democrats committee said in a statement.
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Trump tariffs on India kick in: Which sectors will be hit and which are exempt? | EXPLAINED
Explainers | Aug 27, 2025, 12:56 PM ISTMost Indian goods entering the US market will now attract a 50 per cent duty, with a few exceptions. The initial 25 per cent tariff came into effect on August 7, and this latest hike, announced earlier in the month, adds another 25 per cent.
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Indian exports worth USD 48 billion to be impacted as Trump's 50 per cent tariffs come into effect
World | Aug 27, 2025, 10:48 AM ISTIndia-US tariffs: The addtional levies now apply to Indian goods that "entered for consumption, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after 12:01 am EST (9.31 am IST) on August 27, 2025.
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'Show respect to America and our tech companies or face consequences': Trump's fresh tariff rant
World | Aug 26, 2025, 12:19 PM ISTPosting on his Truth Social platform, Trump stated that as President of the United States, he would defend countries targeting “incredible American Tech Companies.”
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India stands firm for its farmers, entrepreneurs as US issues notice for Trump's additional tariffs
India | Aug 26, 2025, 11:44 AM ISTTwo days ahead of the implementation of punitive US tariffs, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (August 26) asserted that India would endure the economic pressure while continuing to build its resilience.
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India to continue buying oil from best deal despite US tariffs, says India's envoy to Russia
India | Aug 25, 2025, 07:28 AM ISTIndia’s ambassador to Russia, Vinay Kumar, condemned the US decision to impose punitive tariffs on India for buying Russian oil, calling it “unfair” and emphasising India’s commitment to energy security for its population.