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India-Japan ties strengthen with $13 billion investments, 170 MoUs signed in two years
As Prime Minister Narendra Modi prepares for his two-day Japan visit (August 29–30) to attend the 15th India–Japan Annual Summit at the invitation of Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, both nations have deepened their economic and strategic partnership with over 170 Memorandums of
Lee pledges support for US push to revitalise shipbuilding
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has pledged to back Washington’s efforts to revitalise the United States’ shipbuilding sector, highlighting Seoul’s commitment to strengthening bilateral industrial and security ties. During a visit to the Hanwha Philly Shipyard in Philadelphia, which Korean shipbuilder Hanwha
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Trump’s Pakistan oil deal risks geopolitical fallout
US President Donald Trump’s new agreement for joint development of Pakistan’s oil reserves, announced via Truth Social, is being touted as the start of a long-term energy partnership. But analysts warn it may bring the US more geopolitical turbulence than benefits. The deal,
Trump rules out gold import tariffs, extends China tariff pause
US President Donald Trump has ruled out imposing tariffs on gold imports, ending days of speculation over potential duties on bullion. The announcement came after concerns arose following a US Customs and Border Protection ruling that 1-kilogram and 100-ounce gold bars from Switzerland
India’s resilience amid US tariffs: Strategic reforms and strong demand
India’s economy remains robust despite stalled trade talks with the US, showcasing its ability to withstand tariff pressures through strategic reforms and strong domestic demand. Over the past decade, India has transformed into a diversified economic powerhouse, driven by initiatives like Atmanirbhar Bharat
India’s US envoy meets Senator Graham amid tariff dispute and Russia oil row
India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, has met US Senator Lindsey Graham as trade talks between New Delhi and Washington remain stalled, and tensions rise over the Trump administration’s penal tariffs on countries buying Russian oil. “Spoke to Senator Lindsey
Trump doesn’t understand Asia or India, says Jim Rogers on US tariffs
As US President Donald Trump imposes 25 per cent tariffs on India, with another 25 per cent set for August 27, noted American investor and financial commentator Jim Rogers said on Friday that Trump “doesn’t understand much of the world,” especially Asia and
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Lisa Curtis calls Trump tariffs on India ‘shocking’, highlights India’s economic strength
Former U.S. National Security Council official and foreign policy expert Lisa Curtis has criticized the recent decision by former President Donald Trump to impose a 25 per cent tariff on Indian imports, calling it “shocking” and inconsistent with the strategic relationship between the
Trump links India oil tariff to Ukraine peace talks progress
US President Donald Trump speculated that the recent 50 per cent tariff imposed on Indian oil imports from Russia may have influenced progress in ongoing talks with Moscow to end the Ukraine war. “We put a 50 per cent tariff on India,” Trump
Anand Mahindra: India must turn US tariffs into transformative opportunity
Industrialist Anand Mahindra has responded to the U.S. decision to impose a 50% tariff on Indian imports by urging India to seize this moment as a turning point. He called on the nation to pursue bold economic reforms and turn adversity into opportunity.
Trump imposes extra 25% tariffs on Indian imports
U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order imposing an additional 25% tariff on imports from India, citing New Delhi’s continued purchase of oil from Russia. The move is part of Washington’s broader sanctions strategy targeting Moscow over its war in Ukraine.
Trump imposes 25% extra tariff on India over Russian oil imports
U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced an additional 25% tariff on Indian imports in retaliation for New Delhi’s continued purchase of Russian oil. This move raises total tariffs on India to 50%, making it the highest among major U.S. trading partners. India
Trump hails ‘great’ ties with South Korea after new trade deal
U.S. President Donald Trump has described the relationship with South Korea as “great,” following a major trade agreement between the two countries concluded earlier this week. The statement came during a press interaction where Trump also confirmed an upcoming summit with South Korean
India urged to boost ‘Made in India’ brand as US tariffs bite: SBI report
The recent imposition of a 25% tariff with penalties on Indian exports to the U.S. is a “bad business decision,” but global supply chains are likely to self-correct over time, according to an SBI Research report released Friday. Indian firms should seize this
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Iran slams US for using sanctions to pressure nations like India and Iran
Iran has accused the United States of weaponizing sanctions to assert control over independent countries such as Iran and India, calling it a modern form of economic imperialism that violates international law and undermines national sovereignty. In a strongly worded post on X,