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President Donald Trump said India has “largely stopped” purchasing Russian oil, suggesting a major change in India’s energy strategy.

Trump indicated he may visit India in 2026 if invited by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, recalling his previous visit during the 2020 “Namaste Trump” event in Ahmedabad.

The Trump administration has imposed higher tariffs on Indian exports and introduced a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa petitions, affecting Indian IT and outsourcing sectors.

Despite past camaraderie, policy differences, tariffs, and Trump’s claims about mediating India–Pakistan tensions have cooled bilateral relations. - Advertisement -

Alexandra Hermann of Oxford Economics said India currently faces about 50% tariffs on exports to the U.S., higher than China’s 47%. Talks are

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