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Good afternoon, and welcome back to India Tariff News and Tracker. I'm your host, bringing you the latest developments in US-India trade tensions as we navigate one of the most unpredictable trade environments in recent memory.Right now, Indian exporters are facing a crushing 50 percent tariff on goods shipped to the United States. This figure breaks down into two components: a 25 percent reciprocal tariff that was announced last year, plus an additional 25 percent penalty specifically tied to India's continued purchases of Russian oil. According to the Economic Times, this makes India one of the countries facing the highest US tariff rates, with experts noting the overall rate could climb even higher.Today, President Trump has added another layer of complexity to this situation. He announced a blanket 25 percent tariff on any country doing business with Iran, effective immediately. The question on everyone's mind in New Delhi is whether this will push Indian tariffs even higher. According to Business Today, if this new Iran tariff applies to India's Iran trade, total duties could potentially reach 75 percent on certain products. However, Indian government sources tell the Economic Times that the Iran tariff is likely to have minimal impact on India's overall trade picture, simply because India-Iran commerce is relatively modest—just 1.7 billion dollars last year, representing only 0.15 percent of India's total trade.What is exposed is India's rice exports. According to multiple reports, basmati rice alone accounts for over 750 million dollars of India's exports to Iran, representing more than 61 percent of that trade. Business Today reports that this sector faces the most immediate vulnerability under the new announcement.Meanwhile, negotiations on a broader India-US trade deal remain stalled. According to reporting from India Today, Trump's Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick recently revealed that India missed critical deadlines in Trump's so-called staircase model of dealmaking, where countries that move quickly get the best terms. Lutnick indicated that India was given a three-Friday deadline to finalize terms with Trump, but Prime Minister Modi did not make the crucial call before that window closed. India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has since pushed back against these characterizations, urging listeners to trust in India's negotiating position.The broader context remains dire. Automakers in the United States are deferring new orders from Indian component manufacturers, according to reporting from the New Indian Express. The uncertainty created by these tariff threats is rippling through supply chains and investment decisions across multiple sectors.India faces a diplomatic tightrope. Preserving access to the 27 trillion dollar US market while maintaining long-standing relationships with strategic partners like Iran and Russia presents a challenge with no easy resolution.Thank you for tuning in to India Tariff News and Tracker. Please subscribe for daily updates on how these developments affect Indian businesses and the broader economy. This has been a Quiet Please production. For more, check out quietplease.ai.For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/Avoid ths tariff fee's and check out these deals https://amzn.to/4iaM94QThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Welcome to India Tariff News and Tracker, where we break down the latest on US tariffs impacting India.In a major development today, US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor, speaking after assuming charge, announced that the next round of talks on the India-US trade deal will happen tomorrow. According to the Times of India, both sides are actively engaged, with Gor emphasizing that no partner is more essential than India, and highlighting the real friendship between President Trump and Prime Minister Modi. He stressed collaboration on security, counter-terrorism, energy, technology, and more, while noting India's size makes a deal challenging but they're determined to finish it.Current tariffs stand at 50% on Indian exports to the US, including 25% penal duties for India's Russian crude oil imports, as reported by Times of India and Rediff. Tensions escalated after Trump signed an executive order in August imposing that extra 25%, per Greenwich Time. Adding fuel, a bill proposing up to 500% tariffs on countries buying Russian energy has Trump's nod and heads to the Senate soon, Moneycontrol warns this could spike US consumer prices on Indian-dominated goods like textiles—where India supplies 59% of US bed linen imports—and packaging, since alternatives are scarce.Rediff quotes Gor calling 2026 the year of reciprocity, echoing Secretary of State Marco Rubio, amid strains over H1B visas and trade deficits. Yet, Hindustan Times analysis suggests the trade deal remains in play, with drafts exchanged and India tapering Russian oil while boosting US purchases like gold to narrow the deficit. Experts advise India prioritize energy security from diverse sources and not react hastily, as tariffs weaponize geopolitics.India's also eyeing an EU free trade deal to diversify, reducing US reliance.Thanks for tuning in, listeners—subscribe for weekly updates on tariffs and trade.This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/Avoid ths tariff fee's and check out these deals https://amzn.to/4iaM94QThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Welcome to India Tariff News and Tracker, listeners, where we break down the latest US-India trade tensions under President Trump.US tariffs on Indian goods have hit a staggering 50 percent, the highest for any Asian economy, combining a 25 percent reciprocal levy from August with an additional 25 percent punitive duty tied directly to India's purchases of Russian oil, according to Hindustan Times and Outlook Business reports. Trump doubled down on this pressure at a House GOP retreat on Tuesday, claiming Prime Minister Narendra Modi is not happy with him because India is paying these steep tariffs, though he noted India has substantially reduced Russian oil imports. Trump recounted a meeting where Modi allegedly said, Sir, may I see you please? over delays in delivering 68 Apache helicopters India ordered years ago, as covered by India Today and The Tribune.The stakes are rising fast. Trump warned on Sunday that tariffs could climb even higher if India doesn't curb Russian oil further, per PTI and Upstox updates. Meanwhile, the US Supreme Court could rule as soon as Friday on the legality of these sweeping 10 to 50 percent global tariffs imposed under a 1977 emergency powers law, a decision that could reshape Trump's trade agenda and India's export future, Moneycontrol reports. Indian exporters in textiles, leather, gems, and handicrafts are reeling—orders dropped 10 to 12 percent in late 2025, with firms like Farida Group cutting production 20 to 25 percent and laying off workers, Straits Times details. January is make-or-break for securing US summer orders, but six rounds of talks drag on without a deal, despite India's $5 billion exporter aid.Trump insists he has a very good relationship with Modi, yet mixed signals persist amid negotiations nearing a framework to resolve the 50 percent duties. Exporters are diversifying to UAE, UK, and others, but the US market—nearly one-fifth of India's exports—hangs in the balance.Thanks for tuning in, listeners—subscribe now for weekly updates on these critical developments.This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/Avoid ths tariff fee's and check out these deals https://amzn.to/4iaM94QThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Welcome to India Tariff News and Tracker, your essential update on the latest US-India trade tensions. Today, US President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to India over its continued purchases of discounted Russian oil, threatening to hike tariffs even higher if New Delhi doesn't align with Washington's demands.According to Reuters, as reported by The Economic Times and OilPrice.com, Trump stated aboard Air Force One, "Modi is a good guy. He knew I was not happy, and it was important to make me happy. They do trade, and we can raise tariffs on them very quickly." He specifically called out India's refusal to curb Russian crude imports, which now make up a significant portion of its energy needs, with India relying on imports for over 80% of its oil consumption.This comes after Trump already imposed steep penalties in 2025. FXStreet reports that import duties on Indian goods were raised to 50%, including a punitive 25% tariff explicitly tied to Russian oil buys, marking the highest rates by many standards as noted in India Today's analysis. The move has reignited trade frictions, weakening the Indian Rupee to near 90.50 against the USD—its two-week low—and prompting Foreign Institutional Investors to offload over Rs. 3 lakh crore in Indian equities last year, with more net selling in early January 2026.India Today highlights upcoming developments: US Ambassador Sergio Gor's visit to New Delhi on January 7 could deliver clearer messages, amid talks of a potential India-US trade deal by March 2026 that might ease the 50% tariffs. Analysts note Trump's off-the-cuff style but emphasize his track record of swift tariff actions, complicating India's energy diversification efforts.Dawn echoes the threat, underscoring how these punitive measures challenge bilateral ties despite Trump praising PM Modi as a "good friend." Markets are on edge, with the USD/INR eyeing its all-time high of 91.55 unless tensions ease.Stay tuned as negotiations unfold—could a deal avert further hikes, or will Russian oil loyalty cost India dearly?Thanks for tuning in, listeners—don't forget to subscribe for weekly updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/Avoid ths tariff fee's and check out these deals https://amzn.to/4iaM94QThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Welcome to India Tariff News and Tracker, where we break down the latest on US tariffs hitting Indian trade under the Trump administration.In a bold move signaling America's protectionist turn, the United States imposed a 25 percent tariff on goods from India and nearly 70 other countries, effective August 7, 2025, according to TaxTMI reports. Tensions escalated when rates jumped to 50 percent by late August, the highest among partners, as noted by Nation Thailand's NESDC and Shipping-Now analysis. Trump officials cited India's high tariffs, non-monetary barriers, BRICS ties, and Russian energy purchases as triggers, though an extra penalty was dropped from the final executive order.India fired back, vowing protective measures while showing resilience. Fortune India highlights that despite the 50 percent extra duties, the US remained India's top export destination through November 2025, with merchandise exports up 2.62 percent to $292 billion and total exports including services rising 5.43 percent to $562 billion. Rupee depreciation cushioned the blow, keeping exporters competitive, per Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal.Economists offer a nuanced view. Business Today cites top experts explaining Trump's tariffs didn't fully bite—actual rates averaged around 10 percent based on revenue data, far below announced peaks of 27 percent trade-weighted. NESDC forecasts India's growth easing to 6.5 percent in 2026 from 7 percent in 2025, pressured by weaker exports but buoyed by domestic demand and tax reforms.Looking ahead, NDTV's India Ascends podcast outlines New Delhi's 2026 strategy: balancing a Trump White House with FTAs like those with the UK, Oman, and New Zealand, pushing EU talks, and leveraging PLIs in electronics and pharma. Dr. S. Raja Mohan emphasizes redoing trade ties, integrating into supply chains, and semiconductors to counter disruptions.India's playbook? Diversify, negotiate on its terms, and turn inward for competitiveness amid tariff wars.Thanks for tuning in, listeners—subscribe now for weekly updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/Avoid ths tariff fee's and check out these deals https://amzn.to/4iaM94QThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

India has officially taken over the BRICS presidency for 2026, stepping into the role amid escalating US tariffs under President Trump that are reshaping global trade, according to Moneycontrol. This comes as Trump imposes a 50 percent tariff on Indian goods, linked directly to India's purchases of Russian oil, though Firstpost reports that India has substantially reduced those imports, paving the way for tariff reductions in ongoing trade talks.Listeners, Trump's tariff regime, which kicked off with a 10 percent base on most imports and penalties for trade deficits, has surged America's average tariff rate to 17 percent—the highest in decades—with nations like India, China, Japan, and the EU in the crosshairs, as detailed in Firstpost's analysis of 2026 trade wars. Revenue from these measures hit nearly $30 billion monthly in 2025, but they've strained India's relationship with Washington, eroding trust and stalling bilateral trade negotiations, CNBC-TV18 reports from former Indian ambassadors Rajiv Bhatia, Ashok Sajjanhar, and Ashok Kantha.Yet, optimism flickers: India's commerce secretary signals hope to conclude talks sooner than later, with Trump himself noting plans to bring down high tariffs on India due to curtailed Russian oil buys. New Delhi is countering by diversifying aggressively—signing free trade pacts with the UK, New Zealand, Oman, and the EFTA bloc, while advancing deals with the EU and Chile—to safeguard strategic autonomy amid this protectionist storm.As BRICS expands to include Egypt, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Iran, and the UAE—representing 49 percent of world population and 29 percent of global GDP—India pledges to amplify the Global South's voice, push multilateralism, and promote local currency settlements without aggressive de-dollarization, experts like Prerna Gandhi and Raj Kumar Sharma tell Moneycontrol and NikkeiAsia. But challenges loom: Pakistan eyes BRICS membership and NDB access, while America's G20 presidency may rival India's Global South agenda.India's playbook for 2026? Measured restraint against Trump's volatility, deeper Indo-Pacific balancing with China in focus, and a push for clearer BRICS expansion rules. Trade talks could yield relief, but businesses brace for supply chain shifts and higher costs if tariffs persist.Thank you for tuning in to India Tariff News and Tracker. Subscribe for the latest updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/Avoid ths tariff fee's and check out these deals https://amzn.to/4iaM94QThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Welcome back to India Tariff News and Tracker. As we close out 2025, India's trade relationship with the United States has been nothing short of turbulent, marked by escalating tariffs that have tested the resilience of Indian exporters in unprecedented ways.The year began with aggressive tariff action from the Trump administration. By April, India faced a 27 percent reciprocal tariff. But that was just the beginning. In August, the situation intensified dramatically when the US imposed an additional 25 percent tariff on Indian goods in retaliation for India's continued purchases of Russian oil. This brought the total tariff rate to 50 percent, making India one of the most heavily tariffed nations in Trump's global trade strategy.According to analyses from trade experts, this 50 percent tariff was designed to impact roughly 87 percent of India's exports to the United States, valued at approximately 66 billion dollars. The hardest-hit sectors included pharmaceuticals, automobiles, and mineral fuels. Yet despite these extraordinary barriers, something unexpected happened. Indian exporters demonstrated remarkable adaptability. Data reveals that after an initial sharp decline in exports when tariffs were lower, Indian shipments to the US actually recovered and rose, even as the full 50 percent tariff took effect. In November 2025 alone, Indian exports reached 400 million dollars, showing that exporter adjustments and temporary coping strategies helped maintain some trade flow.The political dimension has been equally complex. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the White House in February to negotiate relief, offering tariff reductions on motorcycles and whiskey while pledging to review additional tariffs. India also signaled willingness to lower tariffs on 55 percent of its US imports. However, nine months of formal negotiations have produced no final agreement, though officials report they are close to finalizing a framework trade deal that would address the burden of these reciprocal tariffs.A significant development came in November when Reliance Industries announced it would cease purchases of Russian oil, a major concession that appeared designed to reduce tension with the Trump administration. Trade talks are scheduled to resume in January with a new US ambassador taking charge, suggesting renewed momentum toward resolution.As we enter 2026, securing a comprehensive trade agreement has become critical for India's economy. The tariff situation remains precarious, but the demonstrated resilience of Indian exporters suggests the nation's trade relationship with the US, while strained, retains a foundation for negotiation and potential breakthrough.Thank you for tuning in to India Tariff News and Tracker. Be sure to subscribe for the latest updates on this developing story.This has been a Quiet Please production. For more, check out quietplease.ai.For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/Avoid ths tariff fee's and check out these deals https://amzn.to/4iaM94QThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Welcome to India Tariff News and Tracker, your essential update on how U.S. trade policies are reshaping India's export landscape. As of late December 2025, President Trump's aggressive tariff regime continues to dominate headlines, with India squarely in the crosshairs.Trump's "Liberation Day" on April 2 kicked off reciprocal tariffs hitting nearly every nation, slapping India with an initial 25% rate despite its own trade-weighted average of just 12%, according to Moneycontrol analysis. The Trade Compliance Resource Hub confirms this 25% reciprocal tariff on Indian goods took effect August 7, layered with a punishing 25% secondary penalty for India's purchases of Russian oil, pushing the total to 50% on key exports like textiles, apparel, and leather products, as reported by The Journal and ET Edge Insights.Talks stalled over U.S. demands for access to India's dairy and agricultural markets, which remain politically unfeasible. In August, Washington abruptly ended negotiations and doubled down, singling out India and straining ties—ironically pushing New Delhi toward deals with the UK, New Zealand, and Oman, per Moneycontrol. A partial bright spot: Trump's recent executive order slashed tariffs on over 200 food items, exempting about a billion dollars of Indian tea, coffee, and spices, amid backlash over rising U.S. grocery prices.Legal drama adds uncertainty—a Supreme Court challenge questions Trump's emergency powers for these levies, with justices skeptical in September hearings, potentially offering relief if ruled against. Meanwhile, Yale Budget Lab data shows U.S. effective tariffs at nearly 17% in November, the highest since 1935, fueling global supply chain chaos.For Indian exporters, diversification is key—these tariffs sting but spur reforms and new markets. Stay tuned as this trade war evolves.Thanks for tuning in, listeners—subscribe now for weekly updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/Avoid ths tariff fee's and check out these deals https://amzn.to/4iaM94QThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

India's exports are defying a steep 50% US tariff under President Trump, surging ahead into 2026 despite trade tensions. Whalesbook reports that Indian shipments to the US dipped in September and October 2025 but rebounded with a 22.61% jump to $6.98 billion in November, as exporters pivot to new markets and leverage free trade agreements with the UK, Oman, and New Zealand.Listeners, welcome to India Tariff News and Tracker. 2025 has been a rollercoaster for US-India trade, marked by Trump's aggressive tariff moves. On April 2, dubbed Liberation Day, he slapped a 26% discounted reciprocal tariff on India, calling it half of New Delhi's supposed 52% levies on US goods, according to the New Indian Express. By August, amid criticism of India's Russian oil purchases, Trump doubled down with an additional 25% levy, hitting 50% total—the highest among major partners, as noted by Hindustan Times and Economic Times.Trump branded India the Maharaja of tariffs, with aide Peter Navarro echoing the jabs, while promising a bilateral trade deal soon. Progress flickered when VP JD Vance and PM Modi set terms for a pact aiming to double trade to $500 billion by 2030. Yet, no deal materialized by year's end, leaving the 50% barrier intact and straining ties, per Times Now News.India's resilience shines through. Merchandise exports hit $407 billion from January to November 2025, up from $443 billion in 2024, fueled by electronics, engineering goods, and pharmaceuticals. Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal forecasts solid 2026 growth, backed by a ₹25,060 crore export mission and ₹20,000 crore in collateral-free credit. The Federal highlights how these FTAs counter tariff headwinds, even as challenges like geopolitical risks and MSME pressures loom.US lawmakers, including Indian-American Raja Krishnamoorthi, condemned the tariffs as an unnecessary strain. Despite frictions over H-1B visas and deportations, Modi and Trump maintain warm ties, with a 10-year defense pact signed in October signaling strategic depth.As 2026 dawns, watch for trade negotiations amid global slowdowns projected by the WTO at just 0.5% growth.Thank you for tuning in, listeners—subscribe for the latest updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/Avoid ths tariff fee's and check out these deals https://amzn.to/4iaM94QThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Welcome to India Tariff News and Tracker, where we break down the latest on US tariffs hitting Indian exports under President Trump's aggressive trade agenda.In 2025, Trump's second administration supercharged US tariffs, with average applied rates skyrocketing from 2.5% in January to a staggering 27% by April, the highest in over a century, according to Wikipedia's detailed timeline. India felt the brunt directly. Trump repeatedly branded India the tariff king for its 12% trade-weighted average versus America's 2.2%, calling it a big abuser of trade ties. Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the White House in February to negotiate, pledging cuts on motorcycles, whiskey, and up to 55% of US imports in exchange for relief, as Reuters reported.Tensions peaked in summer. On July 31, the US slapped a first-ever secondary tariff on India, penalizing its Russian oil purchases with an extra 25%, pushing total baseline tariffs to 50% starting August 27, per Wikipedia and WKMG News. Dhanamonline noted these 50% levies on select Indian goods defined India's trade playbook, forcing diversification amid global volatility. CNBC-TV18's Rewind 2025 called it a year of heartburn for Indian businesses, with a cheaper rupee offering slim comfort.India fought back smartly. New Delhi inked free trade deals with the UK, European Free Trade Association, New Zealand, and Oman—granting zero-duty access on 98% of Oman's tariff lines—while eyeing Asia, Africa, and Latin America, as detailed by Dhanamonline and Indian Express Yearender. Reliance Industries quit Russian oil buys on November 20. Despite Trump's claim of mediating an India-Pakistan ceasefire, which New Delhi denied, India stood firm on strategic autonomy, balancing US defense ties with Russia engagement.As 2025 closes, no full bilateral deal yet, but experts like those in Economic Times recaps predict 2026 volatility unless breakthroughs emerge. Trump's global tariff wars, hitting Brazil and others with 50% too, underscore the high stakes.Thanks for tuning in, listeners—subscribe now for weekly updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/Avoid ths tariff fee's and check out these deals https://amzn.to/4iaM94QThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Welcome, listeners, to India Tariff News and Tracker, your go-to source for the latest on US-India trade tensions under President Trump.As of December 2025, the US has slapped a steep 50 percent tariff on a wide range of Indian goods entering American markets, sparking a deep trade dispute that began escalating by August, according to the Economic Times. Business Standard reports that Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal confirmed these tariffs are the highest yet on India's biggest export destination, which accounts for 18 percent of shipments and hit USD 131.84 billion in bilateral trade last year.Despite the hurdles, Indian exporters showed resilience—merchandise exports to the US surged 22.61 percent to USD 6.98 billion in November, per commerce ministry data cited by Business Standard. Most sectors held steady, except some labor-intensive ones, as firms eye alternative markets.Negotiations for the first tranche of a Bilateral Trade Agreement are in full swing after six rounds, with India aiming to wrap up "sooner than later" for deeper US market access. The goal: double trade to USD 500 billion by 2030 from USD 191 billion now. The US wants concessions on almonds, corn, apples, and industrial goods, but India firmly rejects any hits to farmers or MSMEs.Trump's tariff push has raked in over USD 200 billion for US Customs from January to mid-December, per the Trump Tariff Tracker on Mondaq. A Goldman Sachs report notes US consumers bear 55 percent of costs, businesses 22 percent, and foreign exporters the rest, as highlighted in Eurasia Review amid Trump's push for Supreme Court backing on tariff powers.India's commerce team is pushing FTAs with the UK, EFTA, Oman, and New Zealand to offset risks, though the USD 2 trillion export target by 2030 looks tougher amid global uncertainties.Stay tuned as talks heat up—this could reshape India-US ties.Thanks for tuning in, listeners—subscribe now for every update. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/Avoid ths tariff fee's and check out these deals https://amzn.to/4iaM94QThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

India has navigated one of the most challenging trade environments in recent memory, facing unprecedented tariffs from the Trump administration that reached as high as 50 percent on certain Indian goods. What's remarkable is how India's exporters have adapted and bounced back despite these headwinds.When Washington imposed its sweeping tariff regime earlier this year, analysts predicted the Indian export engine would collapse. Instead, the data tells a different story. According to trade research organizations tracking these numbers, India's exports to the US followed a dramatic V-shaped pattern from May through November. Take gems and jewelry as an example. That sector plummeted from 500 million dollars in May down to just 203 million by September, but then climbed back to 406 million by November. While still below earlier levels, the rebound demonstrates that reports of the Indian exporter's demise were greatly exaggerated. Pharmaceuticals, garments, and even low-margin commodities like seafood showed similar resilience patterns across 85 percent of export categories.This recovery didn't happen by accident. The Indian government implemented strategic policy measures including GST rationalization to bring down prices and managed a careful depreciation of the rupee to hover near 91 to the dollar. These moves acted as buffers against the tariff wall. Meanwhile, Indian exporters themselves showed remarkable pragmatism, pivoting quickly to new markets while keeping production lines running, even at razor-thin profit margins.Interestingly, tariff rhetoric from Washington has notably cooled in recent weeks. As US consumer prices crept upward, the administration began cutting duties on agricultural imports to preserve affordability. President Trump largely shelved the tariff cudgel, though he did complain about Indian rice allegedly being dumped in American markets.On the positive side, 2025 delivered a stunning surge in foreign direct investment for India. After a disappointing 2024, major American tech companies made massive commitments totaling 67 billion dollars, primarily for cloud and AI infrastructure. Global capability centers are proliferating across India, moving up the value chain into knowledge-intensive sectors like pharmaceutical research and oil exploration.Looking ahead, India's government is in advanced negotiations with the Trump administration on a comprehensive trade pact, signaling potential resolution to ongoing disputes. Forecasters predict India will remain the fastest-growing major economy in 2026, supported by robust fundamentals, lower GST rates, and interest rate reductions that will bolster middle-class consumption.India has demonstrated it can absorb external shocks with resilience and pragmatic adaptation. The challenge now is converting this defensive strength into true, sustainable growth on the global stage.Thank you for tuning in to India Tariff News and Tracker. Be sure to subscribe for more updates on how tariffs are shaping India's economy. This has been a Quiet Please production. For more, check out quietplease.ai.For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/Avoid ths tariff fee's and check out these deals https://amzn.to/4iaM94QThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Welcome to the India Tariff News and Tracker podcast, where we break down how trade tensions and tariff moves are reshaping India’s economic landscape and its critical relationship with the United States.According to The Conversation, Washington imposed a 25 percent “reciprocal” tariff on Indian goods on August 1, 2025 over long-standing disputes about access to India’s agricultural market, and then piled on an additional 25 percent punitive duty tied to New Delhi’s continued purchases of discounted Russian oil, pushing the effective US tariff on many Indian exports to about 50 percent. The US remains India’s largest trading partner, with bilateral trade touching roughly 132 billion dollars in the 2024–25 fiscal year, so these tariffs bite directly into one of India’s most important economic lifelines.The Economic Times reports that this new “reciprocal tariff” regime has put a combined 50 percent duty on most Indian goods, hitting labor‑intensive sectors such as textiles, auto components, metals, and gems and jewellery, where even small cost changes can wipe out margins. An analysis published in the International Journal of Future Management Research on December 19, 2025 describes these additional 50 percent tariffs on Indian imports into the US as the highest in Asia, warning that roughly 48 billion dollars of Indian exports are now at risk.India is not standing still. Moneycontrol notes that New Delhi has accelerated a strategy of using free trade agreements as a shield against rising global tariff walls. India recently signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement with Oman, following a deal with the United Kingdom in May. Under the Oman pact, more than 98 percent of Oman’s tariff lines will move to zero duty for Indian exports, and nearly all of India’s major export categories to Oman will become duty‑free, offering an alternative destination especially for sectors hurt by US tariffs. Firstpost adds that India has agreed to reduce or remove tariffs on about 78 percent of its own tariff lines under the same deal, while keeping sensitive products such as dairy, tea and coffee protected.According to EU‑India Centre reporting, India now has 15 free trade agreements covering 26 countries, plus several preferential deals, and is negotiating with more than 50 partners as it tries to diversify away from tariff‑heavy markets like the US. At the same time, Rediff reports that President Trump has just signed a US defence bill that explicitly calls for deeper engagement with India through the Quad framework, underscoring the paradox of strategic convergence alongside a bruising tariff war.India’s challenge over the coming months will be to preserve access to the US market, leverage new tariff‑free corridors in West Asia and Europe, and convert today’s tariff shock into long‑term gains in competitiveness and investment.Thanks for tuning in, and don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an update from India Tariff News and Tracker. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/Avoid ths tariff fee's and check out these deals https://amzn.to/4iaM94QThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Welcome to India Tariff News and Tracker, your focused update on how US tariff policy under President Donald Trump is reshaping India–US trade.According to the US Customs and Border Protection data reported in recent coverage of Trump’s 2025 trade policy, Washington has collected over 200 billion dollars in tariffs this year from a sweeping set of “reciprocal tariffs” on imports from most major trading partners, including India. One headline figure for our listeners: Indian goods entering the US are currently facing punitive tariffs of about 50 percent on many products, a rate that was doubled in August 2025 and has since become the defining number in India–US trade.India has been hit particularly hard in sectors like engineering goods, textiles, and rice, with some Indian rice exports to the US also facing this 50 percent duty. Yet, despite these steep barriers, India’s export engine has proven remarkably resilient. Fibre2Fashion reports that India’s exports to the US in November jumped more than 22 percent year-on-year, outpacing India’s overall export growth of around 19 percent for the month. India Sea Trade News notes that the US tariff shock initially rattled exporters, but by November India’s trade deficit with the US had actually narrowed sharply as firms adapted and shifted to higher-value products.This resilience is now translating into leverage at the negotiating table. India’s Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal has stated that New Delhi and Washington are in advanced talks on a bilateral trade pact that could roll back the “reciprocal and penal” tariffs on Indian exports. He has described the engagement with the US as “very positive,” with both sides reviewing the state of negotiations on a broader Bilateral Trade Agreement and an accompanying framework deal. At the same time, Indian officials are in no hurry to close, with several reports noting that New Delhi is closely watching a looming US Supreme Court ruling that will decide the legality of Trump’s 2025 tariff actions. If those tariffs are struck down, the 50 percent duty wall on Indian goods would automatically fall, dramatically strengthening India’s hand.Political context matters here. The Economic Times commentary on 2025 calls this year close to an “annus horribilis” for India–US ties: political goodwill is low, and the economic relationship is “reeling under 50% tariffs.” Yet trade flows and negotiations continue, and Indian policymakers appear to be betting that time, law, and their own export performance will eventually force a tariff reset.For now, listeners should watch three key fronts: the 50 percent US tariff rate on Indian goods, the Supreme Court’s early-2026 ruling on Trump’s tariff authority, and the pace of the proposed India–US deal that could unwind at least part of this tariff shock.Thanks for tuning in, and don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an update on India’s evolving tariff landscape. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/Avoid ths tariff fee's and check out these deals https://amzn.to/4iaM94QThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Welcome to India Tariff News and Tracker, your focused update on how Donald Trump’s tariff agenda is reshaping India–US trade, and what it means for you.According to Business Standard, 2025 has become “the year of tariffs” for India’s exports to the United States, as President Trump’s second-term “America First” strategy has translated into some of the harshest duties New Delhi has faced in decades. Business Standard reports that Washington first announced a 26 percent tariff on Indian goods on April 2, followed quickly by a 10 percent baseline tariff on all US imports, including those from India. Implementation was delayed to allow negotiations, but when talks failed, the US confirmed a 25 percent tariff on Indian goods from early August, followed by an additional 25 percent penalty linked to India’s continued purchases of Russian crude. By late August, many Indian exports into the US were facing an effective 50 percent tariff wall.Business Standard notes that the pain is unevenly spread. Pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, energy resources and key minerals are largely spared, but labor‑intensive sectors are taking the hit. Roughly 29 percent of India’s textile and apparel exports go to the US, and those products have rapidly lost price competitiveness to rivals from Vietnam, Bangladesh and Mexico that still enjoy lower US tariff rates. The same article highlights serious stress in gems and jewellery and marine products, with diamond exporters and shrimp producers warning of order cuts and job losses as margins get squeezed.Oilprice.com reports that these penalties are directly tied to energy geopolitics. Since Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine, India has become the largest buyer of seaborne Russian crude, with Russian oil jumping from about 2.5 percent of India’s imports before the war to around 50 percent by 2025. In response, President Trump imposed a 25 percent tariff in August specifically as a penalty for India’s Russian oil and gas purchases, on top of the broader 25 percent tariff already in place. Despite Trump’s public pressure and his claim that Prime Minister Narendra Modi promised to curb those imports, Oilprice.com says India’s Russian crude inflows actually climbed again in November as refiners raced to stock up ahead of tighter sanctions deadlines.There are, however, signs of a possible off‑ramp. Moneycontrol reports that India’s Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal says New Delhi and Washington are “very close” to an interim framework deal to lower reciprocal tariffs, alongside broader talks on a bilateral trade agreement. The US Trade Representative’s office has called India’s latest market‑access offers some of the “best” it has ever received, even as disputes linger over US agricultural exports and allegations of Indian “dumping” in rice. For now, though, most Indian exporters to the US are living with a 50 percent tariff environment, while negotiators race to turn political intent into a concrete tariff‑cutting deal.That’s it for today’s India Tariff News and Tracker. Thank you for tuning in, and don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an update on the fast‑moving India–US tariff story.This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/Avoid ths tariff fee's and check out these deals https://amzn.to/4iaM94QThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Listeners, welcome back to “India Tariff News and Tracker,” your quick briefing on how U.S. trade policy under Donald Trump is reshaping India–U.S. economic ties.According to American Kahani, the Trump administration has rolled out sweeping tariffs on Indian exports in 2025 under the banner of “reciprocal” trade. Early in the year, Washington moved to a 26 percent reciprocal tariff on many Indian goods, later formalized at about 25 percent. By August, the U.S. added an additional 25 percent penalty tariff tied directly to India’s continued imports of discounted Russian oil, taking effective duties on a range of Indian products to roughly 50 percent. American Kahani notes that, before this escalation, Indian rice entering the U.S. faced only about a 10 percent tariff; that same rice now faces a 50 percent border tax, yet shipment volumes have stayed surprisingly resilient, underscoring how central Indian basmati and other varieties are to U.S. consumers.Indian News Network and other trade-focused outlets echo that India’s rice exporters remain competitive despite the higher U.S. tariffs, thanks to strong brand recognition and limited alternative suppliers at similar quality and price. Business Standard reports that Trump’s hard line comes at a moment when U.S. farmers themselves are under pressure from high input costs, and some in the farm lobby worry that retaliatory moves by India could limit their own access to a fast‑growing market.On Capitol Hill, pushback is building. The Times of India reports that Indian‑origin U.S. lawmakers have warned that the combination of 50 percent tariffs on Indian goods and a steep proposed $100,000 H‑1B visa fee is hurting American businesses and straining what has long been marketed as a “strategic partnership.” At a House Foreign Affairs subcommittee hearing on South Asia, they argued that Trump’s tariff strategy risks undercutting supply chains that depend on Indian pharmaceuticals, IT services, textiles, and specialty foods, while also sending a negative signal to skilled Indian professionals considering the U.S. as a destination.Trade experts speaking to CNBC‑TV18 say they expect the 25 percent “penal” tariff linked to Russian oil to become a central bargaining chip in any new India–U.S. trade talks. One international trade specialist suggested that if India recalibrates its oil sourcing and trims some of its own retaliatory tariffs—potentially down to the mid‑teens—Washington could phase out the extra 25 percent penalty, bringing combined duties closer to the base 25 percent “reciprocal” level.For India, the stakes are high: exporters of rice, steel products, textiles, and certain engineering goods face a tougher U.S. market, while New Delhi must decide how far to go in counter‑tariffs without derailing broader strategic and technology cooperation with Washington.Thanks for tuning in to India Tariff News and Tracker, and don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an update. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease dot ai.For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/Avoid ths tariff fee's and check out these deals https://amzn.to/4iaM94QThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Listeners, the latest developments in US-India trade relations reveal a complex and tense landscape shaped largely by tariffs and strategic negotiations. A significant focal point remains the US's imposition of a 50 percent tariff on most Indian goods since August 2025. This unprecedented duty was primarily a response to India’s purchases of discounted Russian oil, which Washington argues indirectly supports Moscow's war in Ukraine. The tariffs have led to a steep 28.5 percent drop in Indian exports to the US within just five months, severely impacting labour-intensive sectors such as gems and jewellery, textiles, and seafood, where exports fell between 37 and 60 percent in recent months. This disruption poses a significant challenge to India’s goal of job creation and economic advancement.On the trade negotiation front, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer has characterized India’s latest proposals as the "best we’ve ever received," reflecting a cautiously optimistic tone amid ongoing talks aimed at addressing longstanding issues, including market access for agricultural goods. However, these talks remain fragile. President Donald Trump recently threatened additional tariffs on Indian rice exports, accusing India of “dumping” cheap rice in the US market, which he says harms American farmers. This threat adds fresh uncertainty and could complicate progress, as agricultural market access—particularly for staples like rice and wheat—remains a sticking point. Indian exporters and policymakers are closely watching these developments, as new tariffs could severely affect India’s competitiveness, especially in niche products like basmati rice, which forms a small but important part of exports to the US.Despite these tensions, there are signs of gradual engagement. Smaller deals advancing include US approval for defense sales worth nearly $93 million and India securing a supply of about 10 percent of its liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) imports from the US. These energy commitments might help reassure Washington regarding India’s efforts to reduce reliance on Russian oil. Additionally, ongoing talks emphasize the dual tracks of negotiating tariff rollbacks and addressing reciprocal measures, underscoring the complexity of the bilateral relationship.India continues to navigate a difficult balance between protecting its domestic industries and farmers while seeking to maintain and expand access to the lucrative US market. The evolving geopolitical context and trade policies under former President Trump’s legacy, including his “America First” strategy, keep this relationship dynamic and at times contentious.Thank you for tuning in to "India Tariff News and Tracker." Make sure to subscribe to stay updated on the latest shifts in trade relations between the US and India. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/Avoid ths tariff fee's and check out these deals https://amzn.to/4iaM94QThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Welcome to India Tariff News and Tracker, where we break down the fast-moving story of US–India trade, tariffs, and what it all means for the Indian economy.The big headline for listeners today: Washington’s 50% additional tariff wall on Indian goods is still in place, but high‑stakes talks in New Delhi this week could finally unlock relief.According to the Financial Express, the US currently levies an extra 50% duty on Indian imports — 25% as a reciprocal tariff to tackle the bilateral trade deficit, and another 25% as a penalty linked directly to India’s purchases of discounted Russian crude oil. These surcharges, imposed after President Donald Trump’s return to office, sit on top of normal MFN tariff rates and have hit Indian shipments of textiles, leather, marine products, and engineering goods hard, contributing to an 8–9% drop in merchandise exports to the US in recent months.Rediff Money reports that a US Trade Representative delegation led by Deputy USTR Rick Switzer is in India from December 9th to 11th, meeting Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal and his team. Officials on both sides describe this as a critical push to clinch the “first tranche” of an India–US framework trade deal that would specifically address those extra tariffs, with the broader Bilateral Trade Agreement, or BTA, to follow.Republic World notes that India has already placed what it calls its “final concessions” on market access on the table, while drawing firm red lines on agriculture and insisting that energy security — including buying from Russia — remains non‑negotiable. Experts interviewed by the channel say they expect a “more rational and reduced level of tariffs” if this round succeeds, but warn that every month of delay deepens the damage to Indian exporters, particularly in pharma, textiles, and other labour‑intensive sectors.On the US side, the politics are intense. RNAMedia, citing Fox Business data, reports that tariff collections hit a record 215 billion dollars in the last fiscal year, with President Trump repeatedly touting tariffs as the fastest way to “protect US national interests” and even floating the idea, as covered by the Times of India, that tariffs could one day replace federal income taxes. That makes rolling back India‑specific duties politically sensitive, even as US importers and Indian lobbies push for relief.Despite the friction, Rediff and the Economic Times both highlight that the US remains India’s largest trading partner, with annual goods trade above 130 billion dollars and a shared goal of scaling total bilateral trade to 500 billion by 2030. The coming days’ talks will test whether that long‑term vision can overcome short‑term tariff brinkmanship.That’s it for this edition of India Tariff News and Tracker. Thanks for tuning in, and don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an update.This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/Avoid ths tariff fee's and check out these deals https://amzn.to/4iaM94QThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

India is in the middle of a high-stakes trade standoff with the United States under President Donald Trump’s administration, and the pressure is showing up in both tariffs and oil imports. As of this week, the US is charging an additional 50 percent duty on many Indian goods – 25 percent as a reciprocal tariff aimed at the trade deficit, and another 25 percent as a penalty for India buying Russian crude oil at discounted rates. These extra tariffs have already hit Indian exports hard, especially in clothing, marine products, engineering goods and leather, pushing merchandise shipments to the US down sharply.Indian officials are now in intense negotiations to bring this initial trade deal across the line. A senior Trump administration official, Under Secretary of State Allison Hooker, is in India this week for a five-day visit focused on strengthening strategic and economic ties amid these tariff tensions. Talks are set to resume from December 10, with a US team arriving in New Delhi to push forward on an initial trade pact that could eventually serve as a launchpad for a broader Bilateral Trade Agreement.The current 50 percent additional duties have created a major headache for Indian exporters. Reports show that overall merchandise exports to the US have fallen more than 8 percent year-on-year to around 6.3 billion dollars in recent months. The tariffs are not just a number – they’re reshaping trade flows, with importers shifting orders to other countries, and Indian micro, small and medium enterprises feeling the squeeze.On the flip side, India’s crude oil imports from Russia are also under pressure. Because of US sanctions and the political cost of buying discounted Russian oil, India’s purchases are expected to drop to a four-year low. This is not just about energy economics – it’s about how much space India has to maneuver between US demands and its own strategic and economic interests.Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has said that every American president brings a different style to foreign policy, and Trump’s focus on trade imbalances has defined Washington’s approach with New Delhi. While he expresses optimism that a deal is within reach, the sticking points remain: how much India will lower tariffs on US farm goods like dairy, wheat, cotton and oilseeds, and how much it will scale back on Russian oil.For now, the tariff clock is ticking, and the outcome will matter deeply for Indian farmers, small businesses and the broader economy.Thank you for tuning in to India Tariff News and Tracker. Make sure to subscribe so you never miss an update.This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/Avoid ths tariff fee's and check out these deals https://amzn.to/4iaM94QThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Listeners, tensions between Washington and New Delhi over trade and tariffs have surged again, and India is feeling the squeeze. According to reporting from CBS News and NDTV, President Donald Trump has raised tariffs on a wide range of Indian goods to an effective rate of about 50%, with roughly half of that directly linked to New Delhi’s earlier purchases of discounted Russian crude oil. These higher duties now hang over an export relationship worth tens of billions of dollars, putting pressure on everything from Indian textiles and generic drugs to machinery heading into the US market.Indian officials and industry groups say these tariffs are already eroding the price advantage that made their products competitive in the US, especially against rivals like China and Vietnam. Business press in India, including the Economic Times and the Times of India, report that exporters are warning of potential job losses in key hubs such as Gujarat’s textile belt and Hyderabad’s pharmaceutical cluster, while also flagging the risk of supply-chain shifts away from India if the dispute drags on. At the same time, India’s central bank leadership has tried to calm nerves, suggesting that the overall macroeconomic impact could be contained if firms diversify markets and move up the value chain.On the US side, Politico reports that senior trade advisers around Trump insist there is a clear strategy: they see tariffs as leverage to force better access for American companies and to punish what they view as problematic links to Russia. In that framework, India now sits in a band of countries facing relatively high US tariff rates, both because of its use of Russian oil and persistent bilateral trade imbalances. Those same officials hint, though, that India could see relief if it continues to scale back Russian crude purchases and if the two countries can land what they call a “good deal” on broader market access.Amid the standoff, both governments are still talking. NDTV and Indian business outlets report that a US trade team is preparing to visit India for another round of negotiations aimed at a phased agreement that could trim some of the steepest duties. New Delhi is pushing for a framework that rolls back the most painful reciprocal tariffs while keeping room to protect sensitive sectors at home. For listeners, the signal to watch is whether upcoming talks translate into a roadmap that lowers that 50% barrier and restores predictability for Indian exporters who depend on the US market.Thanks for tuning in to India Tariff News and Tracker, and don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an update on how these fast-moving tariff decisions could hit India’s economy and your business. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/Avoid ths tariff fee's and check out these deals https://amzn.to/4iaM94QThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI