We are moving toward a system defined by a handful of major powers—the United States, China, India, and possibly Russia—alongside a European Union that remains an economic and regulatory heavyweight despite its internal complexities.

India Wasn’t Overlooked — It Has Arrived at the Top Table

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman was scheduled to be part of the delegation but will now skip the Washington visit as she will be attending Parliament for the introduction of bills to fast-track the implementation of 33% reservation for women in Lok Sabha and state assemblies.

Indian delegation to visit US this month, says Sergio Gor. Will trade deal be signed?

The US has launched investigations into alleged unfair trade practices by 16 key trading partners under Section 301 of the Trade Act. The move comes after the SC blocked earlier tariffs, as the Trump administration seeks new legal grounds to impose duties 

India among 16 countries hit by Trump's 'unfair trade probe': What this latest tariff push means

US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick had famously claimed in a podcast that the trade deal with India could not materialise last year because PM Modi refused to call Trump. He also said earlier that India would eventually give in to the pressure, say sorry, and try to make an agreement.

‘Fruitful discussions to expand trade ties’: US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick travels to India, meets Piyush Goyal

India and the US have decided to reschedule trade talks after the US Supreme Court ruled against Trump’s sweeping tariffs, prompting fresh legal and economic review.

India-US trade talks rescheduled after US Supreme Court ruling on Trump tariffs

India and the United States announced a new trade framework on February 6, aiming to enhance bilateral economic cooperation, market access, and strategic trade engagement. The development comes amid continued tariff pressure rhetoric from Donald Trump, signalling a tougher negotiation stance as both sides navigate trade imbalances, supply chain concerns, and evolving global economic dynamics.


India-US Trade Framework Announced on Feb 6 | Trump's Tariff Pressure Strategy Continues

Ramesh accused PM Modi of being "so desperate to protect his delicate image" and suggested that if he had "simply waited another 18 days, Indian farmers could have been spared this pain and crisis.

Immediately pause Indo-US interim trade deal, renegotiate terms: Congress

Will India still face 18 per cent US tariffs even after the Supreme Court struck down Donald Trump’s sweeping reciprocal duties? President Trump says “nothing changes” under the interim trade deal.

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Will India still pay 18% tariffs after SCOTUS scraps Trump reciprocal duties? Here’s what the POTUS said

Marco Rubio claimed India agreed to halt Russian oil purchases, but Indian officials stress energy decisions are based on national interest. With no clear confirmation from New Delhi, the issue highlights tensions between economic priorities and geopolitical pressure.

Rubio says India ‘committed’ to stop Russian oil purchase days after Jaishankar's 'strategic autonomy' remark: Who said what

PM hailed the private sector as "critical for the next phase of economic transformation" and called for "decisive response" from them. He said the private sector must focus less on protecting margins and "invest aggressively in R&D supply chain.

India struck trade deals from position of strength: PM Modi; calls for higher private R&D spending

The Minister stated that India's energy sourcing policy is driven by commercial imperatives in a complex and dynamic global oil market.



‘Wedded to strategic autonomy’: EAM Jaishankar on India’s energy policy

India-US trade deal: MEA responds to changes in WH fact sheet, says 'joint statement based on shared understanding'

Russia’s FM Sergei Lavrov accused the US of coercive tactics to block India and others from buying cheap Russian oil, citing sanctions and tanker pressure. India reiterated energy decisions are guided by national interest amid claims linked to the India-US trade deal.

'Trying to ban India...': Moscow's BIG allegation on US amid uncertainty over Russian oil purchase after Washington's trade deal

The White House has released its first fact sheet on the new US-India trade deal. The document mentions tariff relief for India but offers little detail on New Delhi’s reported pledge to stop buying Russian oil. All details here.

White House releases first official fact sheet on US-India trade deal; no mention of New Delhi ending Russian oil purchase

Piyush Goyal used cricket humour to describe India’s improving trade ties with the US, joking that America might have beaten India in a T20 match “if reciprocal tariffs were zero.” His remark came after both countries finalised a deal cutting US tariffs on Indian exports to 18%.

T20 meets trade: Piyush Goyal delivers cricket-style jab on India-US tariff deal, steals spotlight at US event. Watch

PM said that initiatives like 'Make in India' have matured, with India now emerging as the world's second-largest mobile phone manufacturer.

Trust has become India’s strongest currency: PM Modi on deals with key global partners

Addressing a press conference on interim framework of the India-US trade agreement, Goyal said that the Interests of farmers, MSMEs, artisans and craftsmen will remain protected. 

‘Golden letter day’: Piyush Goyal hails India-US trade deal, rules out agriculture concessions

'India-US 'historic' trade deal nears completion', says EAM Jaishankar

MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal clearly said that energy security for its 1.4 billion people would be his governments top priority, especially in the current international dynamics in the energy sector.

India willing to buy oil from Venezuela but energy security priority; trade deal with US in final stages

Months before the India-US trade deal, NSA Ajit Doval reportedly told US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington that India would not be bullied by President Donald Trump and was prepared to wait out his term.

Was India willing to wait out Trump’s term amid trade tensions with US? What Ajit Doval told Rubio

India-US trade deal cuts tariffs to 18 per cent, after Donald Trump claimed India would stop buying Russian oil. Russia rejected the claim, saying India is free to buy oil from any country and has long diversified suppliers. India has not confirmed any halt to Russian imports.

'We see nothing new...': Kremlin breaks silence over Trump’s statement on India halting Russian oil purchases

India's S Jaishankar met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent in Washington to deepen India-US economic and strategic ties. The talks followed a new trade deal cutting US tariffs on Indian goods to 18 per cent

From critical minerals to nuclear ties: What Jaishankar discussed with Rubio, Bessent after India-US trade deal

The United States has reduced import tariffs on Indian exports from 50% to 18%, a move hailed as a major win for India’s trade. Following the announcement, Indian stock markets surged to record highs, and the rupee strengthened, marking its biggest gain in over three years.


US Cuts India Export Tariffs to 18%; Indian Stocks Hit Record, Rupee Soars Over 3 Years

'All citizens are thanking PM Modi for a successful trade deal': Piyush Goyal on India-US trade agreement