India-US trade tensions
Putin's India Visit: Strengthening India-Russia Strategic Partnership Amid US Trade Tensions
Dec 05, 2025 02:45 pm CST
Russian President Vladimir Putin's two-day state visit to India marks 25 years of strategic partnership between the nations, focusing on defense cooperation, energy deals, and economic collaboration. The visit occurs as India navigates complex relations with the US over Russian oil imports and trade tariffs, highlighting India's balancing act between traditional ally Russia and Western powers.
Harvard Economist Warns: Trump's Tariffs and Immigration Crackdown Will Stifle US Economic Growth
Oct 01, 2025 07:11 pm CST
Harvard economist Kenneth Rogoff warns that the Trump administration's high tariffs on several countries and steep H-1B visa fee hikes will significantly hamper US economic growth. He emphasizes that restricting access to skilled foreign workers, particularly from India who comprise 70% of H-1B visa holders, will deprive American tech companies of crucial talent and recommends India lower its own tariffs while seeking diversified trade partnerships to mitigate potential economic impact.