US-India relations

  • President Trump Announces Progress on Fair Trade Deal with India to Boost Economic and Security Relations

    President Trump Announces Progress on Fair Trade Deal with India to Boost Economic and Security Relations

    Nov 11, 2025 12:56 pm CST

    President Trump revealed that the US is nearing completion of a fair trade agreement with India aimed at strengthening economic and security partnerships, increasing US energy exports, and encouraging investments in key American sectors. During the swearing-in ceremony of new US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor, Trump expressed confidence that the negotiations would soon yield a deal significantly different from previous arrangements.

  • Trump Confirms Potential India Visit Amid Strengthening US-India Strategic Partnership

    Trump Confirms Potential India Visit Amid Strengthening US-India Strategic Partnership

    Nov 08, 2025 02:41 am CST

    US President Donald Trump has indicated plans for a possible visit to India next year, praising Prime Minister Modi as "a great man" while the Ministry of External Affairs maintains discretion about the potential trip. The visit comes amid ongoing developments with the Quad alliance, a strategic partnership between the US, India, Japan, and Australia focused on Indo-Pacific cooperation. This diplomatic engagement follows earlier uncertainties regarding Trump's participation in the Quad Summit originally scheduled to be hosted by India in 2025.

  • US Lawmakers Urge Trump to Reconsider H-1B Visa Restrictions: Indian Tech Talent Critical for US Innovation Leadership

    US Lawmakers Urge Trump to Reconsider H-1B Visa Restrictions: Indian Tech Talent Critical for US Innovation Leadership

    Nov 01, 2025 01:19 pm CST

    US lawmakers have petitioned President Trump to reconsider his H-1B visa restrictions, including the $100,000 fee, emphasizing that Indian nationals—who comprise 71% of visa holders—are vital to America's technology leadership and AI innovation. Representatives argue that maintaining access to global talent is essential for US economic competitiveness, national security, and preserving strong US-India strategic relations in the face of Chinese technological advancement.

  • Trump Claims 250% Tariff Threat Prevented India-Pakistan Conflict: Analysis of US Foreign Policy Tactics

    Trump Claims 250% Tariff Threat Prevented India-Pakistan Conflict: Analysis of US Foreign Policy Tactics

    Oct 30, 2025 05:06 pm CST

    US President Donald Trump has claimed credit for preventing conflict between India and Pakistan by threatening a 250% tariff on both nations. This article examines Trump's assertions about the May ceasefire following Operation Sindoor, India's response to Pakistan-backed terrorism, and ongoing US-India trade negotiations amid existing 50% tariffs. Despite Trump's claims, India maintains the ceasefire occurred only after direct Pakistani request and rejects third-party mediation.

  • US and India to Sign Long-Delayed Trade Deal, Trump Announces Progress on Tariffs and Russian Oil Dispute

    US and India to Sign Long-Delayed Trade Deal, Trump Announces Progress on Tariffs and Russian Oil Dispute

    Oct 29, 2025 03:03 pm CST

    President Donald Trump announced that the United States and India will sign a long-delayed trade deal, indicating breakthroughs on key issues including tariffs and Russian oil purchases. The agreement follows months of negotiations addressing agricultural market access and oil imports, with both nations apparently reaching compromises on major sticking points. Trump also repeated controversial claims about mediating the India-Pakistan ceasefire while praising Prime Minister Modi.

  • Jaishankar-Rubio Talks in Malaysia: Navigating US-India Relations Amid Tariff Disputes and Energy Concerns

    Jaishankar-Rubio Talks in Malaysia: Navigating US-India Relations Amid Tariff Disputes and Energy Concerns

    Oct 27, 2025 11:37 pm CST

    External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio during the ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur to address strained bilateral relations following significant US tariffs on Indian goods. The discussions focused on trade agreements and India's energy sourcing policies, with both nations seeking to navigate tensions around India's Russian oil purchases amid US sanctions on Russian exporters.

  • Marco Rubio Affirms US-Pakistan Relations Won

    Marco Rubio Affirms US-Pakistan Relations Won't Compromise Historic India Partnership

    Oct 27, 2025 12:32 am CST

    US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reassures that America's growing strategic ties with Pakistan will not affect its deep, historic relationship with India. Speaking before meeting Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, Rubio addressed India's energy relationship with Russia and recent US sanctions on Russian oil exporters, while acknowledging ongoing trade tensions between the US and India despite their strong alliance.

  • US Singer Mary Millben Claims Rahul Gandhi Unsuitable for Leadership While Praising PM Modi

    US Singer Mary Millben Claims Rahul Gandhi Unsuitable for Leadership While Praising PM Modi's Governance

    Oct 26, 2025 12:05 am CST

    American singer Mary Millben has criticized Congress MP Rahul Gandhi as "not the right person to lead India" while praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership. In an exclusive interview, she questioned Gandhi's suitability based on his frequent travels abroad and negative commentary about India, while expressing admiration for Modi's diplomatic approach and governance style.

  • PM Modi Thanks Trump for Diwali Wishes, Emphasizes United Stand Against Terrorism

    PM Modi Thanks Trump for Diwali Wishes, Emphasizes United Stand Against Terrorism

    Oct 22, 2025 11:04 am CST

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked President Donald Trump for Diwali greetings and emphasized joint efforts against terrorism amid growing US-Pakistan relations. Trump hosted a White House Diwali celebration where he discussed conversations with Modi regarding Russian oil imports and India-Pakistan relations, though India has rejected some of these claims.

  • TCS Implements Record Job Cuts as AI Transformation and US Relations Reshape India

    TCS Implements Record Job Cuts as AI Transformation and US Relations Reshape India's IT Sector

    Oct 21, 2025 11:45 am CST

    Tata Consultancy Services has executed its largest-ever workforce reduction of 19,755 employees amid AI adoption and US-India tensions. The tech giant aims to cut 2% of staff by March 2025 due to skill mismatches while adapting its business model to navigate changing immigration policies and technological shifts in the $280 billion Indian IT services industry.