US-India relations
Former National Security Advisor Bolton Criticizes Trump's India Tariffs as Strategic Misstep
Sep 30, 2025 03:29 pm CST
John Bolton, former national security advisor under Trump, has criticized the president's decision to impose 50% tariffs on Indian imports over Russian oil purchases. Bolton argues this move ignores the bigger strategic picture in US-India relations while failing to directly sanction Russia or China, which purchases significantly more Russian oil than India. The criticism highlights tensions in US foreign policy approaches toward key strategic partners.
US Sanctions on India's Chabahar Port: Strategic Implications for Regional Connectivity and Indo-Iranian Relations
Sep 30, 2025 12:03 pm CST
The reimposition of US sanctions on India's Chabahar port project in Iran marks a significant shift in US-India relations. As part of President Trump's "maximum pressure" policy against Iran, these sanctions pose challenges for India's regional connectivity ambitions and $370 million investment through India Ports Global Limited. The port's strategic value as an alternative gateway bypassing Pakistan now faces uncertainty, potentially influencing India's diplomatic positioning among global powers as it evaluates its response to this geopolitical development.
PM Modi and Trump to Meet Soon as US Official Confirms Positive Relations and Upcoming Quad Summit
Sep 25, 2025 04:11 pm CST
A senior US State Department official has confirmed plans for a meeting between President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, highlighting their "very, very positive" relationship despite recent trade tensions. The official also revealed preparations for the next Quad Summit to be hosted by India either later this year or early 2026, while addressing ongoing discussions about Russian oil purchases, new H-1B visa fees, and the revocation of Chabahar Port exceptions, emphasizing that the US still considers India a "critical partner" in the Indo-Pacific region.
Trump Aide's "Don't Want To Punish India" Remark And A Crude Suggestion
Sep 25, 2025 10:33 am CST
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright has urged India to reconsider its purchases of discounted Russian crude and said Washington does not intend to punish New Delhi with punitive tariffs, but aims to bring an end to Moscow's military actions in Ukraine.
Marco Rubio Hopes To 'Fix' 25% Tariffs On India Over Russian Oil
Sep 24, 2025 02:47 am CST
US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio has indicated that the Donald Trump administration may be willing to 'fix' the additional 25 per cent tariffs imposed on India over its purchases of Russian oil.
'No More False Parity Of Pakistan With Rising India': US Congressman To NDTV
Sep 23, 2025 01:40 pm CST
The United States views India as its long-term strategic, economic, and security partner, said US Congressman Ami Bera.
S Jaishankar Meets US Ambassador To India-Designate Sergio Gor In US
Sep 23, 2025 10:12 am CST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday met with US Ambassador to India-designate Sergio Gor on the margins of the United Nations General Assembly session and the two leaders look forward to promoting the success of the bilateral relationshi
S Jaishankar Meets Marco Rubio In New York Amid Tariff Row
Sep 23, 2025 02:39 am CST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio here on Monday and discussed a range of bilateral and international issues of "current concern".
US Imposes 50% Tariffs on Indian Goods: MEA Responds to Trump's Remarks on India-Russia-China Relations
Sep 06, 2025 01:59 am CST
The Ministry of External Affairs has responded to US President Trump's remarks about India, Russia and China following the SCO Summit, emphasizing the importance of US-India bilateral relations despite recent 50% tariffs imposed on Indian goods. The MEA spokesperson highlighted ongoing military exercises and diplomatic engagements while reaffirming India's commitment to maintaining independent foreign relations.
Former Biden Officials Urge Restoration of US-India Strategic Partnership Amid Rising Tariff Tensions
Sep 05, 2025 11:16 am CST
Former US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan and Deputy Secretary Kurt Campbell emphasize the critical importance of the US-India relationship despite current trade tensions under the Trump administration. They warn that deteriorating relations could benefit China strategically and propose a five-pillar approach to strengthen the partnership through technology sharing, security cooperation, and aligned policies in the Indo-Pacific region.