PM Modi kicks off a crucial visit to Japan and China today as the U.S. slaps heavy tariffs on Indian goods. The diplomatic tour is seen as a bold response, signaling India’s intent to strengthen regional ties and assert its position on the global stage amid rising trade tensions with Washington.


India stands firm on Russian imports despite high tariffs

Donald Trump’s tariff war escalates as new 50% tariffs come into effect, targeting key imports. India’s textile industry is now bracing for major disruptions and economic consequences. Here's how it could reshape global trade and impact Indian exporters.

Trump's tariffs on India: Rupee falls despite a weakening Dollar

Trump’s tariffs on Indian goods have come into effect, impacting key sectors and prompting India to seek new trade partnerships. The tariffs are reshaping economic relations and pushing India closer to alternative markets, including China, amid shifting global trade dynamics.


BREAKING: India Counters 50% US Tariff With Global Textile Outreach Plan 

India News | Bangladesh: India-Bangladesh ties have nosedived since the interim Yunus government took charge last year. The Yunus government has largely taken an anti-India stance, reaching out to Islamabad and Beijing.

India restricts Bangladesh garment imports to Kolkata, Mumbai seaports, curbs Northeast land ports

India News: Suspension of exports from India will create a shortage of goods in Pakistan, which will push up prices, while the halt of imports will also hit Islamabad and have a severe economic impact on small traders and manufacturers.

India cracks the whip again, bans all Pak imports, mails and parcels, bars port access to ships

World: This comes after China instructed its airlines not to take any further deliveries of Boeing jets, in response to US President Donald Trump's 145% tariffs.

'Stop threatening': China warns after US slaps Beijing with whopping 245% tariffs

Germany has raised concerns over a potential "kill switch" in the F-35 fighter jets that could allow the US—under Donald Trump’s leadership—to disable European air forces. As Trump’s Ukraine policy sparks further alarm, Germany seeks nuclear talks with France and the UK. Meanwhile, European arms imports have surged in the past four years. Watch this report for more updates.

Germany fears Trump’s F-35 'kill switch' could cripple Europe

India is reviewing tariffs on over 30 key imports, including significant cuts on solar cells, household goods, and luxury cars. The peak import tariff has been reduced from 150% to 70%, potentially benefiting US exports and signaling a shift in trade dynamics.

India cuts tariffs on key imports in possible 'homage' to Trump’s trade policies

India has made an unprecedented revision to its november gold import estimates, slashing the figure by $5 billion. Initially reported at a record $14.8 billion, the revised data from the directorate general of commercial intelligence and statistics shows imports were actually $9.84 billion.

India revises november gold imports, cuts estimates by $5Bn

India's leading steelmakers' group warned on Friday of further import increases from China following a US decision to impose 25% tariffs on Chinese steel imports. This month, U.S. President Joe Biden's administration locked in steep tariffs on Chinese imports, including 25% on steel and Aluminium that kicked in from Friday.

India's Steel Imports From China Hit 7-Year High

India is actively addressing the surge in steel imports, particularly from China, as it navigates challenges in its domestic steel industry. Recently, the steel and trade ministries initiated discussions to counteract the influx of inexpensive Chinese steel products, which have been a cause for concern among top Indian producers.

Indian producers seek higher tariffs on imports

China is looking to negotiate with the European union regarding trade tariffs on EVs. This comes amid a booming Chinese EV industry, eager to capture a share of the lucrative European market. Analysts estimate a 10% tariff increase could cost Chinese exporters an additional $1 billion annually.

Chinese executives hope for deal as EU tariff hike looms

The European Union's imports from the Chinese region of XinJiang surged in the first two months of this year and this comes even as the block move to finalize two laws aimed at tackling human rights complaints there. Watch the video to know more!

Chinese imports to EU surge by 200%, total value of imports to EU nations amounts to $312 mn

China nearly halved its arms imports over the past five years as it replaced foreign weapons with its own technology but Russia still accounted for the bulk of Beijing’s overseas purchases, according to reports.

China cuts arms imports to rely more on its own weapons: Reports

The United States restricted imports from three more Chinese companies, including COFCO Sugar Holding, over forced labour practices involving Uyghurs and other minorities in China, the U.S. government said on Friday.

US bars imports from Chinese companies over Uyghur forced labour

US bars imports from more Chinese firms on Uyghur forced labour concerns

In Nepal, the government has imposed a 133% value-added tax on onion and potato imports triggering a traders' protest in the country.

Nepal faces shortage of potatoes & onions after traders protest against VAT

Indian goods are gradually replacing Chinese products on American shelves. Made-in-India is gaining more traction in the U.S. and it's happening at China's expense. American imports from India surged by 44% between 2018 and 2022.

Gravitas: Diwali driving American markets | US imports from India grow

Hong Kong to curb some Japan food imports over Fukushima: City leader

Latest data from the US Commerce department shows that trade deficit in April widened to a six-month high. That's because exports saw its biggest decline since the pandemic began in 2020 while imports rose too. The shortfall in trade grew by $14 billion, from a month earlier, to 74.6 billion dollars. Total exports fell 3.6%, the most since April 2020, to 249 billion dollars, while imports rose 1.5% to 323.6 billion dollars.

US trade deficit widens in April 2023

European states’ arms imports rise by 47%, US dominates exports market: Report

India looks all set to diversify its oil import sources amid the ongoing global energy crisis fueled by the Russian invasion of Ukraine. India looks to buy oil from Guyana, Canada, Gabon, Brazil & Colombia.

Why India seeks to diversify its oil import sources?

Now Russians will have the chance to buy the new Apple iPhone 14 launched yesterday despite the US tech company having left the country. This has been made possible by Moscow's parallel import scheme.

WION Dispatch: New Apple iPhone to be available in Russia, Russian minister promises iPhone imports

Pakistan imports fell by more than a third in July after a ban on non-essentials, the finance minister said on Sunday, adding the improved trade situation will reduce pressure on the struggling rupee.

Pakistan imports fall sharply in July

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