Just how sustainable are Donald Trump's hefty tariffs on India? Not very, is what most economists think, especially as the deadline for increased tariffs nears. In fact, top American economist Steve Hanke who had served on the Economic Advisory Council of former U.

Renowned economist and Columbia University Professor Jeffrey Sachs has strongly criticised the United States administration’s tariffs, terming them as pressure tactic on India.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged the country on Friday to move towards more self-reliance, manufacture everything from fertilisers to jet engines and EV batteries, and vowed to protect farmers in the face of a trade conflict with Washington.

India faces a strategic dilemma as the US imposes a 50% tariff on most Indian goods, potentially costing India $50 billion. Options include negotiatio

Their relationship is defined by a bloody border dispute, a vast power imbalance and a fierce contest for influence across Asia. Yet, President Donald Trump’s latest trade war may be achieving the unthinkable: pushing India and China into a wary but tactical embrace.

The Trump administration has on several occasions linked trade talks to issues that traditionally have no connection with trade agreements.

Amidst rising tensions over US tariffs, major American brands in India face boycott calls, fueled by social media campaigns and nationalist sentiments. Corporate leaders are urging citizens to prioritize local products and develop indigenous alternatives to global tech platforms.

Several key US figures, including its former national security advisor John Bolton, have criticised Trump's high tariffs on India.