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Trump's hardline on India's Russian oil imports clouds US-India ties, cont
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The Trump administration's aggressive stance against India's purchases of Russian oil marks a stark departure from the Biden era's pragmatic tolerance, potentially jeopardising bilateral trade negotiations and raising questions about Washington's reliability as a partner for New Delhi, accor
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"H-1B policy to prioritise investment in America, calls for reducing trade
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The US State Department's Hindustani Spokesperson, Margaret MacLeod, on Thursday underlined Washington's stance on H-1B visas and reiterated concerns over continued trade with Russia, particularly in the context of oil imports, amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
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EU aims to end Russian oil, gas imports by year-end, says President Ursula
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced an accelerated timeline to completely phase out Russian oil and gas imports to the European Union by the end of 2025, emphasising the urgency to cut off funding for Russia's war efforts in Ukraine.
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Trump's logic to impose tariffs "nothing to do with India particularly": S
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Speaking to ANI, Tharoor acknowledged the mounting tensions with the US post-tariff imposition, but explained that it had "nothing to do with India" since Trump's focus remains to push for manufacturing in his country, instead of only relying on imports.
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Gujarat's copper mining to take center stage at Vibrant Gujarat Regional C
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Currently, India imports 90 per cent of the total copper used by the country. With this integrated mining and beneficiation setup at Ambaji Copper Project, large-scale output and long-term resource stability. Ambaji exemplifies Gujarat's emergence as a hub for industrial expansion, employmen
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India moving ahead with strong focus on clean mobility and renewables, say
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Experts and industry leaders, at the 6th International Energy Conference and Exhibition, said India's journey towards cleaner and more sustainable mobility is moving steadily with a strong focus on alternate fuels, renewable energy, and reducing dependence on crude oil imports.
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India aims to become self-reliant in critical minerals, exploring tie-ups
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Speaking at the 6th International Energy Conference and Exhibition in New Delhi, Singhvi said, "The government of India has recently signed a memorandum of understanding with Argentina for critical minerals. It also explores other countries."
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Penal US tariff likely to be withdrawn after Nov 30, says CEA Nageswaran
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Chief Economic Adviser (CEA) V Anantha Nageswaran on Thursday expressed optimism that the penal tariff imposed on certain imports will likely be withdrawn after November 30, signalling a potential easing of trade restrictions amid ongoing economic discussions.
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Colombia stops US arms imports amid rift over drug war decertification
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Colombia has halted arms purchases from the US after President Gustavo Petro rejected Washington's criticism over cocaine trafficking. Petro said Colombia "will not be blackmailed" and called US aid "handouts," Al Jazeera reported. Trump recently decertified Colombia as an ally in the drug w
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Despite tariff, geo-political challenges, India's CAD to remain under 1%
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
India's current account deficit (CAD) is expected to remain under control at 1 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) in the current financial year, even as the economy faces challenges from higher tariffs and global geopolitical headwinds, according to a report by Crisil.
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Despite improved exports and reduced imports, trade deficit remains elevat
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
India's merchandise trade deficit remained elevated at USD 26.5 billion in August 2025, despite narrowing modestly from USD 27.4 billion in July, according to a report by Nuvama Institutional Equities.
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India's August exports jump over 9%, imports fall 7%; trade deficit narrow
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
India's overall exports, merchandise and services combined, in August 2025 were reported at USD 69.16 billion, marking a 9.34 per cent rise on a yearly basis, data from the Union Commerce Ministry showed on Monday. The total exports in August 2024 were pegged at USD 63.25 billion.
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