US Launches Section 301 Trade Probes Into India, China and EU Over Manufacturing Practices

Probe against India and others was announced by US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer. (PC: India Today)

The United States has initiated a series of sweeping trade investigations targeting India, China, the European Union and several other major economies, raising the possibility of new tariffs on imports into the American market. The probes, launched by the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR), focus on what Washington describes as “excess manufacturing […]

India’s Growth Remains Attractive Despite US Tariffs, H-1B Concerns

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show 2025 in Greater Noida, highlighting India’s self-reliance and resilience amid global trade disruptions. (PC: DD News)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said India’s economic trajectory remains “strong and attractive” despite global disruptions, US tariffs, and the steep hike in H-1B visa fees. Speaking at the inauguration of the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show (UPITS) 2025 in Greater Noida, he underscored the nation’s push toward self-reliance and reforms. “Bharat jaise desh […]

India Sees Limited Impact of US Tariffs, Bets on Reforms and Diversification

The imposition of a steep 50% tariff by the United States on Indian goods has triggered concern among exporters. But senior government sources insist the overall impact on India’s economy will be limited — and that this is a moment to accelerate reforms, not panic. Limited Economic Exposure India’s merchandise exports to the US stand […]

Trump Floats 250% Tariff on Drug Imports: A Blow to India’s Pharma Powerhouse?

U.S. President Donald Trump has once again turned to tariffs as his preferred policy lever—this time, targeting the global pharmaceutical supply chain. In a recent interview with CNBC, Trump announced that he may impose import tariffs on pharmaceuticals as high as 250%, a dramatic escalation from earlier proposals. “We want pharmaceuticals made in our country,” […]

US Senate Sanctions Bill Targets India Over Russian Oil, Threatens 500% Tariffs

In April 2025, Senators Lindsey Graham (Republican) and Richard Blumenthal (Democrat) introduced the Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025. This bipartisan bill threatens to impose up to 500% import tariffs on goods from countries that continue to purchase Russian oil, gas, petrochemicals, or uranium. “Economic Bunker-Buster” for India and China The bill, led by Republican Senator Lindsey […]