India Reacts to US Bill on 500% Tariff for Russian Oil
India is closely tracking a proposed US legislation that could impose tariffs up to 500% on nations buying Russian crude. Officials reaffirm energy security needs for 1.4 billion people.
Category : Trade & Export
India Stops Arms Imports, UP Leads Defence Push: Rajnath
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh declares India is no longer reliant on imported weapons, with Uttar Pradesh emerging as a key hub for defence manufacturing and job creation. Read more.
India Withdraws 49 Quality Control Orders After Review
India informs WTO of withdrawing 49 QCOs following a high-level panel review. The move aims to ease compliance for businesses, especially MSMEs, and recalibrate quality norms. Read more.
German Business Pushes for India-EU FTA Deal
German Ambassador to India, Philipp Ackermann, states German industry is eager for a swift conclusion of the India-EU Free Trade Agreement. Read the full story on the implications ahead of CDU leader Friedrich Merz's official visit.
India's FTAs to Boost Agri & Food Exports: Minister
India's new free trade agreements will expand market access for agriculture and food processing, says Minister Jitin Prasada. Read how this impacts ease of doing business and exports.
India counters US claim on trade talks, cites 8 Modi-Trump calls
India's MEA refutes US claim that trade talks stalled due to lack of Modi-Trump calls, revealing 8 conversations in 2025. Read how New Delhi asserts its diplomatic stance.
India Reacts to US Bill on Russian Oil Tariffs
India is closely tracking a US bill proposing extra tariffs for nations buying Russian oil. The legislation, backed by former President Trump, could impact global energy trade. Read India's strategic response.
India counters US claim it 'missed the train' on trade deal
India refutes US Commerce Secretary's claim that PM Modi missed a trade deal by not calling President Trump. MEA says leaders spoke 8 times in 2025. Read the full story.
India's Exports to China Jump 33% Amid US Tariff Woes
India's exports to China surged 33% to $12.22 billion from April-November 2024-25, driven by electronics, agriculture, and metals. This marks a structural shift as trade with the US faces high tariffs. Read more.
India, US committed to bilateral trade deal, says MEA
MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirms ongoing India-US trade negotiations since Feb 2025, aiming for a balanced agreement. Both nations remain interested in a mutually beneficial deal.
French Farmers Defy Macron, Drive Tractors Into Paris
French farmers protest in Paris against EU-Mercosur trade pact, fearing unfair competition. Tensions rise as demonstrations reach parliament. Read the full story.
India Rejects US Claim on Failed Trade Deal
India's Ministry of External Affairs dismisses a former Trump aide's claim about the India-US trade deal collapse. Get the full story on the diplomatic row and its implications.
India, EU Reaffirm Commitment to Farmers in FTA Talks
India and the EU held crucial FTA talks, pledging to protect farmers and MSMEs. Key issues like market access and sustainability were discussed. Read the latest updates.
India's Exports to China Jump 33% in 8 Months
India's exports to China grew by 33% from April to November 2025, driven by oil meals, telecom gear, and spices. Discover the key drivers behind this major trade shift.
US Tariff Hikes Threaten India's $16B Textile Exports: Citi
Citi's Sector General warns of rising pessimism in India's textile sector as US proposes steep tariff hikes. Key apparel exports face a 25% duty threat. Read the full analysis.
US Offers India Venezuelan Oil, Sets Conditions on Russian Imports
The US proposes a controlled system for India to buy Venezuelan oil, aiming to diversify supplies while maintaining pressure to reduce Russian crude imports. A test for India's strategic autonomy.
Balochistan Traders Decry Sugar Restrictions, Price Hike
Traders in Pakistan's Balochistan protest government sugar restrictions, blaming policies for soaring prices and supply crisis. Read the full report on the economic impact.
India-EU FTA Talks Advance, Focus on Farmers & MSMEs
India and the EU make significant progress on FTA negotiations. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal and EU's Valdis Dombrovskis emphasize protecting farmers and MSMEs. Read the latest updates.
US Targets Venezuela's Minerals in AI Supply Chain Push
The US intervention in Venezuela is driven by a quest for critical minerals essential for AI, not just oil. With China dominating processing, America is securing resources across South America. Read the full analysis.
Trump's Venezuela Oil Plan: A 100-Year History of Risk
Trump's push for Venezuela's oil wealth is the latest chapter in a century-long, turbulent saga of US involvement, marked by fortunes made, nationalization, and deep-seated challenges.
US Crackdown on Shadow Fleet: 4 Tankers Seized
The US intensifies its crackdown on the 'shadow fleet' transporting sanctioned oil from Iran, Venezuela & Russia. We explain how this 3,000-vessel network operates and the risks it poses.
Why India-US Trade Deal Stalled: US Official's Claim
Congress MP Jairam Ramesh cites US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, who claims the India-US trade deal failed as PM Modi did not call President Trump. Read the full details.
Southern Railway to Expand Chennai, Coimbatore, Kochi Terminals
Southern Railway's major expansion plan for Chennai, Coimbatore, and Ernakulam will double originating train capacity. Learn about new terminals, station redevelopment, and multi-tracking projects.
Tamil Nadu Signs MoU with HD Hyundai for Shipbuilding Hub
A Tamil Nadu government delegation visited HD Hyundai in South Korea, signing a key MoU to strengthen the state's shipbuilding sector and attract major investments. Read more.
BC Premier Leads Trade Delegation to India Jan 12-17
British Columbia Premier David Eby leads a trade mission to India to boost economic ties in tech, clean energy & more. Key meetings in Mumbai, Chandigarh, and Delhi.
Indian Exporters Diversify as US Tariffs Bite
Facing 50% US tariffs, Indian exporters pivot to new markets like Spain & Vietnam. But can this shift meaningfully offset the loss of American demand? Analysis inside.
US Official: No PM Modi Call Led to Stalled India-US Trade Deal
US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick claims a key India-US trade deal failed as PM Modi didn't call Donald Trump. This comes amid tariff threats over India's Russian oil trade. Full analysis inside.
US Official: No Modi-Trump Call, India on 'Wrong Side' of Trade
A senior US official clarifies PM Modi did not call Donald Trump about a trade deal, stating India is on the 'wrong side of the seesaw'. Explore the details and implications for US-India trade relations.
Real Reason India-US Trade Deal Failed: Trump Aide
A top Trump aide reveals the real reason the India-US trade deal collapsed, clarifying PM Modi's role. Get the inside story on the tariff war fallout.
Why India-US Trade Deal Failed: Modi Didn't Call Trump
A major India-US trade agreement reportedly stalled because PM Modi did not call President Trump, reveals US Commerce Secretary. Get the full story on the diplomatic impasse.
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